The association

BUKÈL is a non-profit association based in Dongio (Switzerland).

Among its aims and objectives, it promotes the improvement of the living conditions of the Kalinga population, with special care for the most vulnerable and marginalised social groups, through a process of skill enhancement and self-esteem strengthening. The association aims to develop micro-projects that stimulate the active participation of the communities involved, thus enabling a more incisive internalisation of improvement and a strengthening of self-confidence.

To pursue its goal, the association promotes various initiatives in Switzerland aimed at raising funds and disseminating information on the reality experienced in the northern Philippines. This is both in order to carry out specific projects and to enhance and promote the identity of the population involved.

  • Lydia Rodesino

    President

  • Morena Pedruzzi

    Secretary

  • Alessia Bottacchi

    Accountant

  • Maika Bruni

    Member

  • Myriam Coleman

    Member

  • Jenni Keel

    Member

  • Michela Rodesino

    Member

The Committee

The committee is a group of friends with the will to support activities in the Philippines

  • Lydia Rodesino

    President

  • Morena Pedruzzi

    Secretary

  • Alessia Bottacchi

    Accountant

  • Maika Bruni

    Member

  • Myriam Coleman

    Member

  • Jenny

    Member

  • Michela Rodesino

    Member

On the ground

Laura and Arnel are a Swiss-Philippine couple living in the Kalinga province.

Their desire is to support and strengthen indigenous communities by enhancing local identity, through their skills and passions such as health, art, music, play, using curiosity, the seed of wonder, as a driving force.