Get to know us
Tagubtob digital story outlet is a space for local and authentic storytelling about our own people, places, norms, and communities in Mindanao, Philippines. All stories published here are proudly made and told by locals, making us in charge of our own storytelling.
The word Tagubtob is a Filipino (Cebuano) language that means a sound or energy that can be felt by others, it resonates.
Our team
Tagubtob Digital Story Outlet is founded and spearheaded by Adriene Cabalinan, a journalist born and raised in Cotabato province. Working with local actors informing the narratives in Mindanao, the people behind Tagubtob is a force of homegrown storytellers.




