Project Sites
■Depressed Rural Areas
Since the start of LOOB's programs in 2001, we have generally implemented community assisted projects in depressed rural areas where employment is scarce and government initiated livelihood and support is few and far between:
-Sitio Talabahan Barangay San Roque, Nueva -Barangay Namocon Tigbauan,
Iloilo
-Barangay Nueva Sevilla Barotac Viejo, Iloilo
-Barangay Patag Silay City, Negros Occidental
-Barangay Natividad, Lambunao, Iloilo
■ Urban Poverty
LOOB has also started programs since 2007 for Urban Poverty Area.
・Calajunan, Mandurrial, Iloilo （Communities near dumpsite)
・Navais, Mandurrial, Iloilo （Communities near dumpsite)
These are our Partner Communities for Work Camp Projects where we and the
people in the community envision to develop the quality of life thru several
work projects such as planting of mangroves, construction of classrooms,
drainage system, potable water system and community and livelihood, among
others. LOOB and these communities have established a strong and enduring
relationship so that Japanese and Filipino volunteers could work and learn,
and fulfill their potential.
Iloilo City ---City of Love---
LOOB is based on Iloilo city, in the province of Iloilo, in the island of Panay which is the 6th largest island in the Philippines consisting of 4 provinces; Iloilo, Antique, Aklan and Capiz. Iloilo city has population of approximately 400,000 and has been historically developed to be the center of commercial and technological industry in the Western Visayas Region. As people in the region are well known for their gentle and friendly character, the city is called "The City of Love".
There are more than 5 modern shopping malls within the city, and also many
historical sites as reminders of the Spanish colonialization. One of the
popular sites is the Saint Villanueva church (built in 1787) in the town
of Miag-ao, 50 minutes drive from the city. This church shows the unique
texture of Spanish and native influences, and is recognized as a UNESCO
World Heritage site.
Additionally, a local festival, the “Dinagyang”is held every January,
where many local and foreign tourists joins and enjoy the dance contests
and celebration.
LOOB House
LOOB is a Filipino-Japanese NGO with local operation in Iloilo City. We hold meetings, plan and organize our activities in LOOB House located in quiet and peaceful housing subdivision. We enjoy everyday living and working with Filipino staffs and Japanese long-term volunteer staffs.