ABOUT US

Andam Higala started as a youth-led organization that envisioned being health and security defenders of women and children. Founded by Ms. Herna Francis Mae Tano and Ms. Ma. Alexandrea Venilda Portillo on April 19, 2020, it was established out of the concern of the youth scholars to the vulnerable sectors of the community of Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines during the COVID-19 outbreak. Its flagship programs were Andam Eba for women and Andam Eskwela for children. 

Now certified as Andam Higala Inc. by the Securities Exchange and Commission and National Youth Commission in 2023, it is a non-stock and non-profit organization for youth empowerment and social entrepreneurship, with the mission of equipping women with skills for economic development. It is also a locally registered organization through the Oro Youth Development Office of Cagayan de Oro City and a nationally registered organization at the Youth Organization Registration Program by the National Youth Commission.

MISSION

We Equip Women with Skills for Economic Development. 

VISION

In 2030, Andam Higala Inc. is a leading social enterprise in the Philippines empowering women and youth through innovative and sustainable solutions for economic and social development. 

Goals and Objectives

SDG 5: Gender Equality

1.1 Promote gender equality through awareness campaigns and advocacy initiatives.

1.2 Increase women’s participation  in leadership roles within the organization & community by 50% in 2030. 

SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

2.1 Create 1000 sustainable micro-enterprises. 

2.2 Provide career development program activities to 500 Out-of-School-Youth (OSY). 

2.3. Advocate for policies and regulations that promote fair and inclusive economic opportunities for all. 



SDG 17: Partnership for the goals

3.1 Collaborate with government agencies, non-government organizations, and private sectors to leverage resources and expertise for collective impact. 

3.2 Build a network of local and international partners to share knowledge, best practices, and scale successful solutions.