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Efforts to tackle loneliness in the Philippines include community art programs, school outreach, and public awareness campaigns. For example, in Montilupa, a city in Metro Manila, art-based activities offer a platform for young people to express themselves and build social bonds. Such programs aim to bring Filipinos out of isolation by fostering safe spaces for dialogue and self-expression.
In addition, initiatives like the Julia Buang Gaminon project—launched by Julia's family—use art, poetry, and school talks to raise mental health awareness and reduce stigma. Open communication about feelings, especially within families, is crucial; parents are encouraged to listen without judgment and to accept their children's emotional experiences.