Strengthening Communities and Future Generations
Beyond her work with Team Aqilah, Macatoon collaborates with Plan International on the Girls in Conflict and Crisis campaign, amplifying the voices of Muslim Filipino girls affected by displacement and armed conflict. Her journey is part of a broader narrative that showcases the gendered impact of conflict in Mindanao, while her leadership underscores the vital roles young women play in driving peacebuilding efforts.
Macatoon encourages young changemakers, especially women, to discover their purpose and remain steadfast. “Resilience, for me, is sab’r (patience),” she says. “When you understand your ‘why,’ you can overcome any ‘how.’” Her journey reminds us that when we embrace purpose, we become limitless, transforming challenges into catalysts for hope and healing.