Mindanao to Melbourne: Filipino Australia Awards alumnus implements reentry plan for women artisans in the Philippines

Through the Australia Awards, Reymond Pepito developed a goal to return to the Philippines, and he established “Kabilin” as his reentry action plan for women-led businesses. How did his life change after studying in Melbourne?

From Mindanao to Melbourne: Filipino Australia Awards alumnus advances reentry plan supporting women artisans in the Philippines. Credit: Reymond Pepito

Key Points

• Reymond Pepito is from Mindanao and graduated in Marketing Communications at the University of Melbourne. He created “Kabilin” to support Filipino women entrepreneurs and promote Filipino culture.
• He aims to elevate Philippine products and give greater value to the work of his fellow Filipinos.
• Throughout his journey, he learned that success is measured by impact and by giving back to the community.

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