The Amihan Team – Founders
Few years back, it was George Plaza's (called Kuya Jun or Botchok) leadership & dedication that founded the Amihan Team. He wanted for the youngsters in the community to be on the right path and to avoid any form of conflicts that might destroy their lives, and was motivated to help the kids in town to be responsible surfers, skimboarders, and responsible humans, too. It was then, when we, Kuya Jun's younger brothers, followed in his footsteps leading the group. We, that is Winston, Pedro & Wan, were deeply inspired by our Kuya's (older brother's) deeds, as we also wanted to make a difference in the lives of these young individuals.
We, and three of our sisters, grew up in an orphanage in Davao City (SOS Children's Village). This is because of our family's financial constraints, the sudden death of our father, and 11 siblings our mother could not take care of. Life was not really easy for us, however, despite of the setbacks, we were not resentful, but instead hopeful to turn our experience around in order to bring love and kindness to others. We then started to take in children, who were in a similar or worse situation like us when we were young. As brothers, we serve as the guardians of the Amihan sa Dahican-SOS Team and we are determined and passionate to guide young individuals towards the right path. We oversee the everyday activities of the kids, marine turtle management, & marine wildlife conservation.
We, and three of our sisters, grew up in an orphanage in Davao City (SOS Children's Village). This is because of our family's financial constraints, the sudden death of our father, and 11 siblings our mother could not take care of. Life was not really easy for us, however, despite of the setbacks, we were not resentful, but instead hopeful to turn our experience around in order to bring love and kindness to others. We then started to take in children, who were in a similar or worse situation like us when we were young. As brothers, we serve as the guardians of the Amihan sa Dahican-SOS Team and we are determined and passionate to guide young individuals towards the right path. We oversee the everyday activities of the kids, marine turtle management, & marine wildlife conservation.
The Plaza family does not want to repeat the same mistakes our forefathers made, as they were involved in illegal fishing activities. The fate of the family members has changed and shown us a new direction – finding a purpose in protecting and preserving the richness of marine wildlife in Dahican Bay and in so guiding the younger generation to have a positive perspective and respect for nature. As such, the team implements strict rules and regulations to be followed by their members. The children are highly encouraged to love and continue their studies in order to have a better outlook in life. In Amihan, they are given a home, where they belong to a family with love, care, kindness, and attention.
We are also called the "Amihan Boys and Girls". At present, aside from the Plaza siblings, other members, who have already grown up, actively lead the new generation to realise our vision – the Kuyas and Ates (big brothers and sisters). Others already have their own family.
Everyone is welcome in the Amihan community! Immerse yourselves with us in this beautiful place and be part of our everyday lives, be aware and awake and connect your heart and mind to Mother Nature. Amihan is a community where everyone helps each other – a place that is as strong as its weakest link.
We are also called the "Amihan Boys and Girls". At present, aside from the Plaza siblings, other members, who have already grown up, actively lead the new generation to realise our vision – the Kuyas and Ates (big brothers and sisters). Others already have their own family.
Everyone is welcome in the Amihan community! Immerse yourselves with us in this beautiful place and be part of our everyday lives, be aware and awake and connect your heart and mind to Mother Nature. Amihan is a community where everyone helps each other – a place that is as strong as its weakest link.
The Amihan Team – Members
Kuyas and Ates (Big Brothers and Sisters)
Aldrin Abarquez, Alnora Cose, Dondon Gayta, Eduardo Abella, Eric Abella, Jane Mary Paulino, Julieta Aporbo, Peter Ocdenaria, Ronan Paulino, Kristella Grace Plaza
Aldrin Abarquez, Alnora Cose, Dondon Gayta, Eduardo Abella, Eric Abella, Jane Mary Paulino, Julieta Aporbo, Peter Ocdenaria, Ronan Paulino, Kristella Grace Plaza
Members below 18 years of age
Anika Kohtaro Bacalso, Ara Mea Mamparo, Cindy Tabudlong, Eva Plaza, Evan Plaza, Isobel Sacedor, Jacque Joy Paulino, Jimly Sacedor, John Paul Tabudlong, John Peter Avila, Jovenil Mamusog, Justine Sacedor, Kenshe Plaza, Khian Bacalso, Mark Vincent Mamparo, Miko Mamparo, Mikylla Mamparo, Mishka Bacalso, Peter Bacalso, Rey Praga, Vanessa Avila, Athena Plaza
Anika Kohtaro Bacalso, Ara Mea Mamparo, Cindy Tabudlong, Eva Plaza, Evan Plaza, Isobel Sacedor, Jacque Joy Paulino, Jimly Sacedor, John Paul Tabudlong, John Peter Avila, Jovenil Mamusog, Justine Sacedor, Kenshe Plaza, Khian Bacalso, Mark Vincent Mamparo, Miko Mamparo, Mikylla Mamparo, Mishka Bacalso, Peter Bacalso, Rey Praga, Vanessa Avila, Athena Plaza