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The Happiness that Cannot Be Bought
Novianto Adhi Sucipta, affectionately known as Pak Vian, is a dedicated teacher leading one of Calls Over Ridges Malaysia’s aquaponics projects in Sabah. Pak Vian’s story is one of commitment and passion, and a powerful reminder of the fulfillment that sustains educators in challenging times.

Paving Paths to Possibility
As one of CORN’s most impactful initiatives, the Scholarship Program is a lifeline for students like Narayan. Running in Gorkha since November 2017, the program has reached 162 students to date, with each scholarship a beacon of hope for a brighter, more promising future.

Nutrition as a Foundation for Learning: Collaborating with ISCO
During a visit in June to six learning centers in several districts of Jakarta, COR saw an opportunity to collaborate with the Indonesian Street Children Organization under the Asia Lunchbox Fund.

Shifting Education: CORN’s Literacy Enrichment Program
In today’s world, literacy encompasses a range of skills—critical thinking, creativity, and the ability to communicate effectively. With the Literacy Enrichment program, students can develop these broader skills.

Institutional Challenges in Siargao’s Recovery
Calls Over Ridges Philippines began in 2022 with a mission to support existing community and government initiatives in the recovery of Typhoon Odette. Now, four ongoing programs are meeting fundamental needs with the even greater ambition to restore the fractured education ecosystem.

Then it Ripples: Stories from the Islands
Growing up in Barangay Maribujok, Sitio Campingganon, seven kilometers away from the mainland, Jade entered a new world when he stepped into the main town, unaware of the challenges he would face in pursuing his education.
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Island of Aspiration
Pangandoy is a Bisayan word describing the dreams and aspirations of one’s life. Through quality education, community collaboration and thriving institutions, Calls Over Ridges Philippines turns island dreams into reality, and aspirations into achievements.
Island of Aspiration
Pangandoy’ is a bisayan word describing the dreams and aspirations of one’s life. Through quality education, community collaboration and thriving institutions – Calls Over Ridges Philippines turns island dreams into reality, and aspirations into achievements.
