THEIR STORY
Every childbirth has a story, and every mother deserves dignity. The storytellers are dedicated to honoring Aeta mothers’ voices, midwives’ wisdom, and youth advocates to create Multimedia visual narratives that transform triumphs and testimonials into movements for change.
Sneak Peak
The hidden hardships faced by Aeta mothers in Dampay Palauig, Zambales, as they deal with the No Homebirth Policy are tackled in this four-part documentary series. Through their stories, we unveil the challenges of travel, limited resources, and the need for a more holistic maternal healthcare system. Watch the trailer to see why their voices matter now more than ever.
OUR DATA
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Home birthing remains common, not as a cultural practice, but because Aeta mothers face real barriers to healthcare, such as distant facilities, an unlicensed birthing clinic, transportation challenges, and financial constraints.
According to the Aeta mothers and midwives interviewed, home birthing was once practiced as a cultural tradition. However, since the implementation of the No Homebirth Policy, it now occurs mainly because some mothers are delayed on the way to the hospital or cannot reach it in time, forcing them to give birth at home.
Upon arriving in the community, the team observed that geographical barriers significantly hindered the Aeta mothers’ access to healthcare services.
Mission
To inform, empower, and inspire youth Filipinos to advocate for holistic and inclusive maternal healthcare for marginalized populations, starting with the Aeta mothers of Palauig, Zambales, by means of engaging visual narratives and consistent online engagement.
Vision
A future in which indigenous mothers’ triumphs and testimonials are respected and heard, and maternal healthcare in the Philippines is holistic, equitable, and respectful of all women, regardless of their origins or geographic location.
Photo Gallery
Throughout our video documentary, here are some pictures taken during the interviews and behind the scenes.
