About Bakhawan.Ph
environment
and climate
solutions journalism.
At Bakhawan.Ph, inspired by the power of the mangrove forest, we are dedicated to raising awareness about the urgent fight against climate change and environmental conservation. Just as mangroves serve as a vital defense for coastal ecosystems, we aim to protect the environment by highlighting the interconnectedness of wildlife, indigenous communities, and sustainable practices. Through insightful articles and stories, we bring attention to the challenges facing our planet and empower individuals to take action, helping to preserve both nature and the cultures that have long lived in harmony with it.
Our Team
Editor-in-Chief
ARNEL F. MURGA is the winner of ASEAN Youth Citizen Journalism 2017. He has written for The Guardian, BBC and Mongabay, among others. He previously served as a consultant at the International Center for Journalists.
Senior Writer
ORLAND SOLIS has written fiction and creative non-fiction for various journals, both online and offline. He is a development worker in various capacities - from language coordinator to learning and knowledge management specialist - in various non-government organizations.
Artist
HANNAH VERGARA is an architect by profession. She has provided a number of digital arts and illustrations to various publications and non-government organizations.