Models of Pride - USC

This year was The Malaya Project's first time hosting a workshop at Models of Pride in USC and we had a great time. It was inspiring to see the younger generation open their minds and learn not only what it means to be a part of the LGBTQ community but to also know that they have the power to shape the future of our community. Over 1000+ kids signed up and participated for Lifeworks 21st Annual Models of Pride Conference and we're grateful to having The Malaya Project along with one of  the series participants, Allison Santos.

Pilipino/a American History Month - UCLA

A big thanks to Samahang Pilipino and Kabalikat Kore for having us over during 

Pilipino/a American History Month. Images from The Malaya Project series will be at the Kerckhoff Art Gallery until October 25th. We also would like to thank our series participants Alex de Ocampo and Allison Santos for sharing their stories with students of UCLA. Hearing Alex recall his political journey with the support of his entire family and Allison sharing her family's coming out experience was a great way to cap off the night. These stories are what drives The Malaya Project to keep on going.  

The event turnout was more than we anticipated. A packed room during our presentation accompanied by great conversations and savory filipino food was definitely more than what we hand in mind. Again, thank you and we're looking forward to visiting the campus again.

UC Irvine

The tag line for Pilipin@ Visibility Week was "Let Us Be Seen" and Kababayan UCI couldn't have chosen better words to describe this event. Presenting to a room of students that have never seen The Malaya Project, reminds us why we are here; to let our stories be shared. We are so amazed and appreciative to all the students who took time to listen to the diverse stories of our participants. And a very big thank you to Kababayan UCI for inviting us!

Pomona College

A big thank you to the students of Pomona College, Queer and Asian/Pacific Islander (Q&A), The Arts Committee of the Asian Amercian Resource Center (AARC), Intercollegiate Department of Asian American Studies (IDAAS), Queer People of Color (QPOC), The Women's Union, Students of Color Alliance (SOCA); Queer, Questioning and Allied Mentor Program (QQAMP) and to everyone that attended the event.