Free concert draws together Filipino youth, civil society, government and celebrities to stress the power of young people in fighting poverty and improving livelihoods.
1,000 participate in event to advocate and raise awareness for “Run to save lives! Run for breastfeeding!” campaign.
Progress being made under MDG-F programmes, though some goals still elusive.
Students from four of the poorest provinces of the country will receive training, stipends and employment opportunities through a joint programme of the United Nations.
MDG-F-supported road races in the Philippines will raise funds and awareness for safe drinking water.
Project in Albay province is part of effort to help country adapt to climate change.
Mayors tell conference organized by MDG-F that government and international community have not provided enough funds to help cities reduce poverty and hunger.
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