October 4, 2024 , Brgy. Ambuklao, Bokod, Benguet A significant milestone was reached in Ambuklao, Bokod, Benguet  as Indigenous Researcher Maila Alog , who is also a police officer , conducted a Conference and Disclosure  with the Ibaloy community —a vital step prior to the community’s formal decision-making process  for her research on Indigenous Methods of Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution . The engagement emphasized transparency, cultural respect, and shared understand

Baguio’s leading Indigenous fashion house, M.A. Woven Designs, brought Cordilleran handwoven fashion to Europe through a powerful fashion shoot set in Kassel, Germany, with official photos released on September 14, 2024. Framed by Kassel’s historic and contemporary urban landscapes, the shoot highlighted how Indigenous Filipino design can transcend borders while remaining deeply rooted in culture and identity.

I arrived in Palawan  in August 2024 primarily to fulfill my duty as Chief Examiner of the PNPACAT 2024 . It was an assignment that required full focus and responsibility—one that I completed with the seriousness it deserved. Yet once my official duties were accomplished, I felt that familiar pull to listen, to learn, and to be present with communities whose stories are often woven quietly into the fabric of our nation. Palawan, known not only for its natural beauty but also

Filipino Indigenous fashion and heritage took center stage in Europe as HABING PILIPINO II: “Fusion of Cultures” unfolded in Tongeren, Belgium, with the participation of Maila Alog, one of the top Igorot fashion designers in the Philippines. The event celebrated Cordilleran native wears and tapestries, showcasing the depth and richness of Filipino Indigenous craftsmanship through both contemporary and traditional expressions.

April 5, 2024 | NCIP, Bontoc, Mountain Province On April 5, 2024 , I conducted another important leg of my research fieldwork in Bontoc, Mountain Province , as part of my study on Indigenous Methods of Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution . This visit was independent from my Sagada engagement  and focused on meaningful dialogue and collective decision-making with the communities of Samoki, Bontoc-Ili, and Poblacion . Held at the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCI

April 4, 2024 | Sagada Municipal Hall Sagada, Sagada , holds a quiet strength—one that speaks through its elders, its collective decision-making, and its deep respect for dialogue. On April 4, 2024 , I had the privilege of conducting my Community Assembly  in Sagada as part of my doctoral research entitled “Indigenous Methods of Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution.” This field visit was not merely a research requirement; it was a moment of humility, listening, and learning.

November 12, 2023 Fashion met advocacy in a deeply meaningful opening as Nature & Fashion with Compassion  unfolded on November 12, 2023 , at Dusit Thani Manila . More than a showcase of design, the evening was conceived as a Dinner-for-a-Cause , uniting creativity and compassion in support of women and children who are victims of abuse and human trafficking . The event was a collaborative initiative of Caritas Manila  and the Makati Garden Club , with proceeds and support fo

BAGUIO CITY, PHILIPPINES — The cool, crisp air of the City of Pines carried more than applause on October 28, 2023—it carried cadence, discipline, and national pride as Habing Katutubo 4 welcomed the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) Slow Drill Platoon for its first-ever public performance in Baguio City, held at the BCNHS Auditorium. The Slow Drill presentation became one of the most unforgettable highlights of the event, adding a striking dimension to Habing Katutu

The Etnikong Kasuotan  segment of Ginoo at Binibining Buwan ng Wika 2023  was held on September 1, 2023 , at the Philippine National Police Academy Gymnasium , bringing culture and service together in a meaningful celebration of Filipino identity. During the presentation, the candidates wore the Cordi-Hanbok Collection by Baguio's Top Fashion Designer, Maila Alog , a fusion of Cordilleran Indigenous elements and Korean-inspired silhouettes, symbolizing cultural dialogue and r

December 14, 2022 | 1:00 PM | Wangal, La Trinidad Maila Alog  was selected by the Department of Education (DepEd)  to present a fashion show  during an education forum aligned with the Education 2030 and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) , held on December 14, 2022  at DepEd Wangal, La Trinidad . The forum convened educators, school leaders, development partners, and local stakeholders to explore how education, local history, and creative practices contribute to sustainabl

The story did not begin with a contract. It began with trust . For Maila Alog , the journey into bartering art for art started with the Pasakalye Group of Artists . What began as a simple act of support—purchasing their paintings—slowly evolved into something more intimate. As conversations deepened, the artists offered a different idea: What if her creations could be worn by the artists themselves, giving them a stronger visual presence for their upcoming exhibits? It was no

BAGUIO CITY  — On August 2, 2022 , personnel of the Baguio City Police Office (BCPO)  and the Aurora Hill Police Station , led by Police Major Maila B. Alog , in coordination with PCOL Glenn D. Lonogan , City Director of BCPO, successfully conducted the Culmination Program of the 27th Police Community Relations (PCR) Month 2022 . The activity was held at the Doña Aurora Elementary School Covered Court  in Aurora Hill, Baguio City, and served as a capstone to a month-long seri

July 19–20, 2022 | ABCAH Hall, Aurora Hill Police Station, Baguio City The Baguio City Police Office (BCPO) Aurora Hill Police Station , led by Police Major Maila B. Alog , successfully launched a two-day activity titled “Pinta Para sa Magandang Opisina”  on July 19–20, 2022 . The event was held at the ABCAH Hall of the Aurora Hill Police Station  and formed part of the station’s continuing community initiatives under Project Namnamma . Art as a Platform for Community Engagem

BAGUIO CITY  — In line with the 27th Police Community Relations (PCR) Month 2022 , the Aurora Hill Police Station  successfully launched a Fun Run for a Cause  dubbed “TA-RUN NA! Takbong Alay Aral”  on July 9, 2022 , from 5:00 AM to 8:30 AM , at Aurora Hill, Baguio City . The initiative was headed by Police Major Maila B. Alog , Station Commander, in collaboration with the Kabataan Kontra Droga at Terorismo (KKDAT) Aurora Hill Chapter , led by Ms. Elijah Jan Dumling , Preside

BAGUIO CITY  — The Aurora Hill Police Station (PS6)  marked a significant milestone on June 30, 2022  with the inauguration of its newly constructed Front Desk and Custodial Facility , celebrated through a traditional Ibaloy blessing ceremony . The event highlighted the strong partnership between law enforcement and the community, blending modern policing with the rich cultural heritage of the Cordillera. The activity was hosted by Police Major Maila B. Alog , Station Command

Held on April 24, 2022 , at the Forbes Hall, Baguio Country Club , Ivy Fashion Ball III: Post Apocalypse  marked a powerful return of the Ivy Fashion Ball series—reimagining fashion in a world shaped by collapse, survival, and creative rebirth. Conceived as both a fashion show and runway competition , the event challenged designers and creative teams to translate dystopian realities and post-pandemic reflections into compelling, wearable narratives. Produced under Wilvy Shows

Rampa Para Sa Balik Eskwela  was a special fundraising segment integrated into Ivy Fashion Ball 3: Post Apocalypse , held on April 24, 2022  at the Cordillera Convention Hall of Baguio Country Club . Beyond its bold post-apocalyptic aesthetic and high-concept runway, the event carried a clear social mission: to support Project Namnamma , an advocacy-driven initiative focused on community assistance and back-to-school support. Fashion as a Bridge Between Service and Creativity

Baguio City  — At Habing Katutubo 2021 , staged at Baguio City National High School (BCNHS) last November 29, 2021 , Indigenous fashion advocate and designer Maila Alog  introduced a focused set of collections— Cordichic , Cordihunk , Corditeen , and the Andro Collection —designed to speak to women, men, youth, and gender-fluid expressions within a culturally grounded framework. Presented in a school setting, the release emphasized education, inclusivity, and continuity over

The Usapang Pananamit Consultation Phase of Habing Katutubo (2021) Before Habing Katutubo: Philippine Indigenous Wears and Tapestries  became a stage, a runway, or a public platform, it was first a circle of listening . In 2021 , during the conceptual and preparation phase of Habing Katutubo, Maila Alog  intentionally grounded her Indigenous wear collection in direct consultation with culture bearers —weavers, artisans, cultural workers, and community leaders whose lives are

Baguio City  — Ivy Fashion Ball II: Summer Gothic  marked a bold evolution of the Ivy Fashion Ball series, introducing the first-ever Runway Competition staged in the city  under the guiding theme “Creativity and Teamwork.”  Held on April 10, 2021 , at the Diamond Grand Ballroom, Hotel Supreme, Baguio City , the event transformed the traditional fashion ball into a collaborative, competition-driven platform where design, direction, styling, and performance converged. Produced