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The Filipino Child Is Raised by a Village — We Just Don’t Admit It

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The Filipino Child Is Raised by a Village — We Just Don’t Admit It

Filipino children are rarely raised by parents alone. Behind every routine is a quiet village — yayas, helpers, drivers, grandparents, neighbors — shaping who a child becomes. This Human+ essay explores the unseen community behind Filipino childhood and why recognizing their dignity matters for families, workers, and the nation.

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