The Iligan City People's Council (ICPC) was established through a city ordinance to bridge the gap between local government and civil society. Since its inception, the Tri-People Youth Collective for Peace, Inc. (AKMK) has held a seat at its executive committee as ICPC Secretary. This position has placed AKMK at the intersection of policy and...

Empowering tri-people youth for Inclusive, Just, and Sustainable peace in Mindanao
WHAT WE DO
Main areas of our focus

Promotion of Culture of Peace
AKMK fosters peace by bridging Mindanao's diverse communities through dialogue, inclusivity, and empowerment.
Youth Empowerment and Capacity Development
AKMK empowers youth by providing training, education, and leadership opportunities to build their skills, foster inclusivity, and inspire them to drive positive change in their communities.



Sustainable Development and Climate Justice
Promoting environmental awareness, advocating for equitable policies, and empowering communities to act, we drive efforts toward sustainable development and climate justice for a resilient future. .
Good Governance
We advocate for good governance by promoting transparency, accountability, and inclusive decision-making, empowering communities to engage in shaping policies that benefit all.
Human Rights
We advocate for the protection and promotion of human rights, ensuring equal access to justice, dignity, and freedom for all. We also stand in solidarity with and protect human rights defenders, empowering communities to stand up against injustice and discrimination.


Gender Equality and Gender Justice
Advancing gender equality and justice through advocacy, education, and inclusive initiatives, we empower individuals and communities to challenge discrimination and build a more equitable society.
Solidarity and Youth Exchange
We foster solidarity and youth exchange by creating platforms for collaboration, cultural exchange, and mutual learning, empowering young people to build networks and work together towards common goals.
Our peace story
The Tri-people Youth Collective for Peace of Mindanao is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering the youth of Mindanao's tri-people communities—the Katawhang Lumad (Indigenous Peoples), Bangsamoro (Muslims), and Migrant Settlers (Christians).
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CLUSTERS
As a network of youth organizations, the tri-people youth collective for peace of Mindanao has five cluster groups across the region, namely, Iligan-Marawi Cluster, Maguindanao-Cotabato Cluster, Zamboanga Peninsula Cluster, CARAGA Cluster, and Lanao Cluster.
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MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS
Our network works with more than thirty member organizations across Mindanao covering different and diverse advocacy and causes of the youth.
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VOLUNTEERS
The tri-people youth collective for Peace of Mindanao also serves as a platform for growth and purpose for more than fifty volunteers in areas of advocacy, project management, arts, and more.
Our Works
What we do
How the Tri-People Youth Across BARMM Are Reclaiming Their Democratic Future—One Vote at a Time
From June 2023 to June 2024, AKMK led the Empowerment Accelerator, a transformative project that uplifted and amplified the voices of LGBTQI+ individuals across some of Mindanao's most conservative and conflict-affected areas. Rooted in AKMK's commitment to inclusion and peace, this initiative focused on creative resistance,...
In June 2020, AKMK launched the Inclusive Leadership Youth Program in partnership with the Human Security Collective (HSC), bringing together 32 young leaders from Kolambugan and Sultan Naga Dimaporo in Lanao del Norte, Marawi and Iligan City, and areas in Maguindanao and Cotabato. In the midst of social tension, transitional governance, and...






