The Pathbreakers

26/07/2025

ARTICLE STORY: As the Philippines marches toward becoming an aging society, one truth becomes clearer than ever: the current systems in place are underprepared to support the growing population of Filipino senior citizens. - adobo magazine

Should children be legally obligated to support their parents? A critical look at the Parents Welfare Act and what it means for Filipino families.

30/06/2025

Our very own host, Rhadem Musawah, has been recognized and featured by UN Women Asia and the Pacific as one of the featured Changemakers for the campaign — a powerful global call to action marking 30 years of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action (BPfA).

Rhadem Musawah, a q***r Muslim human rights advocate from the Philippines, is ensuring that le***an, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, q***r and other (LGBTIQ+) individuals, women and Indigenous communities are not left behind in peacebuilding, humanitarian response and human rights advocacy.

12/06/2025

PRIDE Month Specials: featuring Bataan Representative Geraldine Roman, the Philippines’ first transgender woman legislator leading the fight for equality, as she shares her journey in finding meaning and purpose in life.

This podcast is brought to you by Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium in Manila, Asia Pacific Film Institute, The Astbury and adobo magazine.

29/05/2025

JUST IN | Story

Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, brings a mix of diplomacy and conservatism. What will his stance mean for Filipino Catholics, women, and LGBTQIA+ communities?

17/05/2025

Never stop fighting for EQUALITY and JUSTICE!

07/05/2025

JUST IN | EPISODE 4 featuring TV5 ONE News Broadcast Journalist Angela Lagunzad Castro and how she rose to success on her own lane, own race and own pace!

Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium in Manila, The Astbury, Asia Pacific Film Institute & adobo magazine

26/04/2025

PODCAST: Led by the Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium in Manila along with The Astbury, Asia Pacific Film Institute & adobo magazine, this refreshing series that delves into powerful stories of leadership, transformation and social change. The Pathbreakers is hosted by an award winning filmmaker and human rights advocate Rhadem Musawah, delving into impact stories of highly esteemed guests per episode.

26/04/2025

PODCAST: The Pathbreakers is proud to present a collaboration with internationally awarded Moro filmmaker and human rights advocate, Rhadem Musawah, for this podcast series that delves into powerful stories of leadership, transformation and social change.

Featuring highly esteemed guests per episode, in partnership with Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium in Manila, The Astbury, Asia Pacific Film Institute & adobo magazine.

Change begins with stories. By amplifying voices that break barriers, we hope to inspire future leaders to become the change that they want to see. Find your Pathbreakers. Or be one! ✨

Tune in every wednesday at 7PM

24/04/2025

JUST IN | Episode 3 featuring Mangan by Imán founder Dayang Sahali.

From socio-agri entrepreneurship to becoming a Moro public servant and championed the first Anti Discrimination Ordinance with the protection close for people of diverse SOGIE/LGBTQIA+ in Panglima Sugala (Bangsamoro Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao). A true example of what it means to be young and a woman leading with purpose and passion in Bangsamoro.

Brought to you by Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium in Manila, The Astbury, Asia Pacific Film Institute & adobo magazine

10/04/2025

Episode 2 is OUT, featuring the award-winning filmmaker Pepe Diokno.

The Artist's Way: How creativity drives conversation and why embracing a beginner's mindset is key to meaningful change.

📌 This podcast is brought to you by Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium in Manila, The Astbury, Asia Pacific Film Institute and adobo magazine.

02/04/2025

EPISODE 1 is out!

02/04/2025

Our host, Rhadem Musawah, has just been named as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Filipinos Worldwide by TOFA Awards and INQUIRER.net. This recognition highlights not only his global and local impact but also reaffirms the mission of The Pathbreakers—to amplify stories of leadership, resilience, and change that inspire us all. Join us as we continue to spotlight voices that redefine success and drive meaningful transformation.

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