Team Manila

Since our foundation in 2001, we have strived to inspire and elevate the Filipino and the Philippines through art and creativity. We believe that graphic design is an agent of change, and by infusing local flavor into our designs, we inspire excellence, innovation, passion, nationalism, teamwork and optimism among the Filipino youth.

-CEDRIC MATEL

Source: www.teammanila.com

Bamboo Bike

BAMBOO: a natural composite material longitudinally reinforced by strong fibers. LIGHT: In wood the strongest fibres are packed in the centre of the trunk, however in bamboo the stems are full of cavities and the strongest fibres are distributed most densely in the outer surface region. STIFF: As a consequence the most stable fibre structures in bamboo are most dense in regions of greatest longitudinal stress. Wood bends relatively easily but bamboo does not. STRONG: Extremely strong wood fibres can resist up to 5kN/cm2 and steel can resist at most 37kN/cm2 whereas the outer fibres of slim bamboo tubes have tensile strengths of up to 40kN/cm2 Bamboo is therefore an ideal material for bike construction where stiffness and strength to weight ratios are important.

SERIOUS ALTERNATIVE: If you are considering buying a carbon or titanium frame, then read more about the re-discovered properties of bamboo.

Having this kind of bike is so unique and it is also affordable.

-KEVIN ZAMORA

Buy and Support Pilipino Products: Sandals

The SANDALYAS COLLECTION is one example of Pilipino Product that is competitive in local and international clients. Because of the natural resources or raw material we have here in Philippines, they’ll be able to handcraft a sandal according to the customer’s taste, has a style and fashion trend.

These handcraft sandals has the uniqueness other than branded sandal or well known sandals that’s why it is in demand both local and international. That’s why, we see that through the use of the different raw materials we have in Philippines is a good help and will tell that were a very competitive country

-BHERNALEE ROQUERO

different uses of shells here in Philippines

lampshades

picture frame

candle holders

necklace

earrings

bangles

shell tiles

BAYONG sends its LOVE♥

The traditional bayong is woven from buri leaves in Visayas and pandan in Luzon.
Bayong is produced by weaving and thus, it is labor intensive.
People can use these bags for their normal everyday shopping needs instead of using plastic bags.
Plastic wastes are not just a national problem, it is a problem today that is being experienced all over the world.
We want people to be aware that it is viable and fashionable alternative to plastic shopping bags.
Our purpose is to encourage people to start using it, because if they do use of bayong it will have more control in protecting the environment.
Replacing plastic bags with bayong bags, you will see charges of demand for the product as it will help with creating new jobs, especially in this time of economical crisis. And it will also help improving an endangered environment that poses many health risks for persons today.

The choices is ours, either we use plastic bags and be content with the environmental health hazards caused by plastics, or we, as consumers, will take an active part to protect our environment and our health and at the same time maximizing the use of our natural resources and local talents, preserving our domestic market for our local entrepreneurs, and providing income and employment to our Filipinos.
Let's change our habits! It takes just a little sacrifice.
PLASTIC IS OUT, GAMITIN ANG BAYONG.. :)

Related Advocacy Groups

Buy Pinoy Movement Inc.

Raise the level of consumer consciousness on the global competitiveness of Filipino made products in terms of design, quality and price.

Buy Pinoy, Buy Local

A movement that seeks to encourage Filipino consumers, Philippine businesses and government to patronize locally produced and processed products and services on the one hand, and encourage domestic and foreign manufacturers operating in the country to continue upgrading the quality of their products and services on the other.

What can you include in your website which can help it achieve its goals?

Links to websites that contain Filipino products for purchasing online and outside deals.

Pictures of successful transaction and satisfied customers.

Who will benefit from this advocacy project?

1.Our Country(Philippines)

The Philippines will benefit in financial terms, wherein our country's money revolves inside.

2.Small/Big Businesses

The Filipino businesses will also continue on prospering and will help them be more competitive locally and globally.

3.Filipino Culture

It will also preserve and enrich our the Filipino culture.