Jhayzen U. Parañal

For over forty years, Manong Edwin has scrubbed, swept, and served in the Malacañang of the North - witnessing the rise, fall, and return of the Marcos dynasty. In the quiet repetition of his labor lies a searing reflection of the Filipino worker: loyal yet forgotten, diligent yet dispensable, ever-present yet erased.

The Isnag tribes, whose existence revolves around farming near the dam and mountains, find inspiration in their livelihood. They draw strength from the land, cherishing their connection to nature and relying on it for sustenance. Their unwavering spirit and dedication serve as an inspiration to others.