Buhayin

Kapit-Isla Dumaguete 𐦂𖨆𐀪𖠋

From July 18–20, Buhayin brought the Dumaguete community in a vibrant celebration of local heritage—uplifting movement, craft, and culture as powerful pathways toward a more grounded, resilient future.

As we continue to grow, Kapit-Isla stays rooted in community—cultivating connection, culture, and a future shaped by island voices. 🌏

This week-long fiesta was made possible by

In partnership with .bamboopavilion .dgt and

Special thanks to

𐦂𖨆𐀪𖠋 Kapit-Isla Dumaguete — Opening Fiesta

An intergenerational gathering beneath the sanctuary of .bamboopavilion to carry forward the living stories of our islands ~

Impact partners: .io

Kapit-Isla Dumaguete — Run for the Islands

A run for the people, championing environmental conservation and sustainable tourism, in collaboration with local run communities!

Impact partners: .io .dgt

Kapit-Isla Dumaguete — Women of Isla

An intimate gathering of island women — to reflect, create, and come home to ourselves and the islands we care for. 🌺

Impact partners: .io

Workshop facilitators: .monsoon

Kapit-Isla Dumaguete — coming together to celebrate local craftsmanship at !

Impact partners: .io

We worked with to continue their Starlink Program across the islands of the Philippines—this time we headed to Dumaguete in Negros Oriental.

As part of Bitget’s initiative, we’re rolling out high-speed satellite internet and six months of free connectivity to: Apo Elementary School in Dauin District, and the Arts and Design Collective.

Let’s bridge the gap. Let’s connect the future!
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Community Activation

Brand: Bitget, Blockchain4Youth

See you this July 18–20, at Kapit-Isla Dumaguete! 📖

🌟 Expect immersive experiences that spark imagination and dialogue
🌟 Discover spaces for local expression, reflection, and collaboration
🌟 Celebrate the connections that shape our island futures

Check out our festival calendar 🔗 https://lu.ma/buhayin-events

Made possible by:
Bitget Wallet, Pure Culture, Kaskasan Buddies, and YGG Pilipinas

Deadline extended to July 6 — this is your sign to apply to LIF Launchpad.
✅ You don’t need a startup
✅ You don’t need experience
✅ You don’t need a team
✅ You just need the drive to solve real problems in your community

Join 150 changemakers from across the Philippines to design, prototype, and grow solutions that make a difference. The program fee is free. Scholarships available.

🔗 Apply now: https://unleash.org/philippines/

FRESH PATH FORWARD 🏃🏻

To make this run safer and more enjoyable for everyone, we’ve updated our meetup spot and route based on recent developments.

📍 New Meetup Spot: Portal West Building, Silliman Avenue
🕔 Meet-up Time: 5:00 AM — please arrive early for warm-up and briefing
✅ Register here: lu.ma/n66dodht

🗺 Route & Cool Down:
We’ll gather in front of Portal West, run west along Silliman Avenue, turn right onto National Highway, continue toward EJ Blanco Extension, then head left on Larena Drive — ending at Tuesday’s Coffee, your 5KM mark. After the run, cool down and enjoy freebies from our partner brands, available for all finishers at Tuesday’s!

🎉 Don’t miss our Opening Fiesta at the Bamboo Pavilion!
Good food, great energy, and it’s free for all — runners or not. Come celebrate with us!

Register here: lu.ma/tdv3zxgv

Reminders:
•Wear proper gear and hydrate
•Follow road safety
•No fees, just heart and movement

Let’s run with purpose — for the islands, for the cause, and for each other.

Run for the Islands 🏃‍♂️🌴

Join us as we champion environmental conservation and sustainable tourism — in partnership with local run clubs and changemakers.

📍 Pantawan People’s Park, Dumaguete
🗓️ July 20, 2025

🎁 Sign up now for a chance to win exciting giveaways: bit.ly/run4theislands

Co-Presented by: Bitget Wallet
Made Possible by: Kaskasan Buddies, YGG Pilipinas, Wheyl, and Pure Culture
Official Hydration Partner: Sip Purified Water

Experience an afternoon of local flavors, handmade treasures, and shared island stories — all in one marketplace at Hinabi Hub 🧺

🛍️ 20+ Local Brands – Discover exquisite handmade treasures, unique local flavors, and artisanal goods.

🎶 Island Energy & Community Stories – Immerse yourself in the soulful sounds of local talents and engage with captivating shared island stories that celebrate our rich heritage.

🎁 Special Surprises – Stay tuned for exciting announcements and special activities designed to make your Hinabi Hub experience even more memorable.

🗓️ July 18, 2025
📍 Bamboo Pavilion, Dumaguete
🕐 1:00 PM onwards

See you there 🌟
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Want to know more about our events? Check out our festival calendar 🔗 https://lu.ma/buhayin-events?tag=kapit-isla%20week