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Bayanihan for a Healthier, Future-Ready Philippines

Unilab Foundation believes that real change happens when we work together. Inspired by the Filipino spirit of Bayanihan, we collaborate with communities, organizations, and individuals to drive social innovation in mental health, STEM education, and healthcare. Our focus is empowering young Filipinos to thrive and lead the way to a healthier, more resilient, and inclusive future.

have timely access to primary healthcare

Only

50%

of Filipinos

Ulep, V. G. T., & Casas, L. D. D. (2021, May 26). Regional health integration and cooperation in the Philippines (Discussion Paper No. DP 2021-16). Philippine Institute for Development Studies.

Retrieved from:​ https://www.pids.gov.ph/publication/discussion-papers/regional-health-integration-and-cooperation-in-the-philippines

disorders start before age 24

75%

of mental health

Bruha L, Spyridou V, Forth G, Ougrin D. Global child and adolescent mental health: challenges and advances. London J Prim Care (Abingdon). 2018 Jul 16;10(4):108–9. doi: 10.1080/17571472.2018.1484332. PMCID: PMC6074693.

Retrieved from: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6074693/​​

from depression and anxiety

6M+

Filipinos suffer

Martinez AB, Co M, Lau J, Brown JSL. Filipino help-seeking for mental health problems and associated barriers and facilitators: a systematic review. Soc Psychiatry Psychiatr Epidemiol. 2020 Nov;55(11):1397-1413. doi: 10.1007/s00127-020-01937-2. Epub 2020 Aug 20. PMID: 32816062; PMCID: PMC7578164.

Retrieved from: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7578164/

we do this because…

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We champion the health and well-being of our most vulnerable communities. We bring together experts and policymakers to develop and implement evidence-based health reforms that address their unique needs and challenges.

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We empower students, teachers, and communities to prioritize mental well-being by providing them with the tools they need for better mental health outcomes fostering a healthier and more resilient environment for everyone.

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Our Programs

At Unilab Foundation, our programs tackle crucial challenges in healthcare policy, mental health, youth empowerment, workforce development, and education. Through strategic collaboration, rigorous research, and community-driven initiatives, we develop solutions that create lasting impact.

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Our Impact

Teachers and counselors trained in mental health support

Teachers equipped with STEM learning tools

K-3 Learners benefited from play-based psychosocial support

Youth engaged in leadership programs

Educators equipped with
STEM-enabling skills

Guidance counselors trained as gatekeepers of the RACE against suicide

Elementary girls participated in
Pinays Can STEM

PWDs received skills-based training and employment opportunities

Individuals equipped with Industry 4.0 skills

knowledge products and research
studies published

Active participants in STEMKonek

Our Impact

K-3 Learners benefited from play-based psychosocial support

Teachers and counselors trained in mental health support

Teachers equipped with STEM learning tools

Educators equipped with STEM-enabling skills

Guidance counselors trained as gatekeepers of the RACE against suicide

Youth engaged in
leadership programs

Individuals equipped with Industry 4.0 skills

PWDs received skills-based training and employment opportunities

Elementary girls participated in Pinays Can STEM

Active participants in STEMKonek

Knowledge products and research studies published

​“[Unilab Foundation’s] training of trainers is exponential. It starts with a small number. But if we can reach ten, we can multiply that into a thousand, and more. This is our vision: mental health for all, starting with the RACE Against Suicide.”

Dr. Nino Jose

President of the Psychological Association of the Philippines, on Unilab Foundation’s suicide prevention training

“We are more confident and competent to help our learners. We are ready to move to the next level of excellence in our workplace. Now that we have the tool, the intent, and the specific plan to do it, what remains for us to do is for us to win this RACE Against Suicide.”

Elmer Belmonte

RGC ​, Guidance Counselor III​, Tagudin National High School / ​Participant, Capacity Building for Guidance Counselors with the NEAP

“Certainly, my pre-existing attitudes and beliefs about suicide and mental health were indeed addressed and fortified through the training. As a Guidance Counselor, I learned that I play a pivotal role as an effective gatekeeper in the school environment, capable of preventing suicides within the community by appropriately identifying, managing, and referring students-at-risk. The training focused on refining my perspectives on suicide and mental health by providing insights into the facts and debunking myths surrounding suicide. ​

Thank you for this wonderful opportunity [to be] one of the participants in the NEAP Capacity Building for Guidance Counselor. Indeed, this is such a great help for us to improve, realize, find solutions, be more responsible and resilient in our actions and further be more in handling the needs.”

Joy D. Sinfuego

RGC​, DepEd SDO Naga-Tinago National High School ​

Participant, Capacity Building for Guidance Counselors with the NEAP ​

“Being an advocate of children's rights, it is my personal advocacy to join NPAW and it is also one of the eight advocacies of the University of San Agustin. The activity upholds the rights of children, especially the often overlooked right to play. I look forward to another exciting year of conducting NPAW, not just every November but all throughout the year.”

Felinor Naira Villa

Executive Director, University of San Agustin Research and Development Foundation, Inc., ​First-time partner, NPAW 2023​

“Malaking bagay ang binigay ng SDO Tabaco City sa partnership na ito with Unilab Foundation. Napaka-limited lang ng resources namin, pero dahil sa tulong na ito [na]-realize ang commitment [namin] sa psychosocial support para sa mga bata.”

Jason Baria

Designated Teacher In-charge​

Magapo Elementary School

Our Partners

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Bayanihan is in our DNA.

Applying a multisectoral approach, we work with government, education, and industry partners to create systemic change in our focus areas.

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Say Hello

We’d love to hear from you! Reach out to explore opportunities to collaborate, volunteer, or learn more about our work.

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2/F Bayanihan Annex Center, LVP Compound, 132 Pioneer St, Mandaluyong City, Philippines 1550

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02 8858 10000 loc. 8160

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