Kwentong Buhay is a home for real, everyday life stories—small victories, quiet heartbreaks, and the moments in between that shape who we are.
What we do: We publish first‑person narratives, reported features, photo/audio essays, and micro‑stories from Filipino voices in the Philippines and around the world.
Why we exist: We believe stories create empathy, preserve memory, and spark change. When we listen to one another, we build a kinder public square.
Our Mission
To collect, publish, and amplify lived experiences of Filipinos—across love, family, work, migration, health, youth, community, and culture—while protecting contributors’ dignity and privacy.
Our Values
- Humanity first. People over clicks. We center lived experience and informed consent.
- Respect and care. We edit gently for clarity and length, never to sensationalize.
- Diversity of voices. From barangay to diaspora, from students to seniors—everyone’s story matters.
- Safety and privacy. Pen names welcome; identifying details may be anonymized.
- Craft. Clear, accessible Tagalog/Taglish or English, with attention to narrative and truth.
What we publish
- First‑person essays (600–1,200 words)
- Micro‑stories (150–300 words)
- Photo or audio essays
- Occasional poems and listicles rooted in lived experience
- Community spotlights and reported features
See Editorial Guidelines for voice/tone, submissions, and review process.
Privacy at a glance
We encourage contributors to use pen names and avoid sensitive identifiers. See our Privacy Policy for details on data, cookies, and takedowns.