Pru Life UK has reinforced its commitment to communities on Bantayan Island through the continuation of Ulan Alang sa Bantayan, its climate resilience initiative, alongside its annual gift-giving activity.
Launched in 2024, Ulan Alang sa Bantayan focuses on building long-term community resilience against climate change, with particular emphasis on water security. During the program’s pilot year, Pru Life UK donated two rainwater harvesting systems to its adopted communities, providing a reliable 2,000-liter supply of clean water to more than 500 families. Training sessions on proper use and maintenance were also conducted to ensure sustainability.
This year, the company expanded the initiative by facilitating Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) training and distributing gift packs as part of its annual outreach. Pru Life UK also conducted a pilot run of a new financial literacy program for adults developed by Prudence Foundation, the community investment arm of Prudential plc.
“For me, the WASH programme has a huge impact, especially when it comes to water because water gives life to all of us and provides cleanliness for each one of us. Above all, it greatly helps us in cleaning ourselves and maintaining personal hygiene. This is very important because when we are clean, our surroundings are also clean,” said Rolly Giducos, community leader from Maricaban, Santa Fe on Bantayan Island, one of the community beneficiaries.
Pru Life UK’s engagement in Bantayan Island traces back to a multi-year partnership formed by the Prudence Foundation with Habitat for Humanity Philippines to rebuild homes damaged by super typhoon “Yolanda.” After the housing project concluded in 2017, the company continued its annual outreach, which later evolved into the Ulan Alang sa Bantayan program.
The initiative was developed in collaboration with the Asia Society for Social Improvement and Sustainable Transformation and aligns with Pru Life UK’s broader climate and health advocacy.
“Our work in Bantayan reflects our belief that progress is built through trust and shared responsibility,” said Calvin Kohchet-Chua, Pru Life UK chief legal, government relations and sustainability officer. “As Ulan Alang sa Bantayan grows, so does our dedication to helping communities prepare for the future with confidence and security.”
Through sustained partnerships and programs that address both immediate and long-term needs, Pru Life UK said it continues to strengthen its role as a trusted partner in community protection and resilience.