Vhyxcent Cruz

Vhyxcent Andlen Cruz is a sophomore English Major student at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. He is the founder of Feature Archives, an online-based platform where his other articles are published. A current Editorial and Feature/ Literary correspondent for Paraseist, PUPSJ's Official School Paper Publication. He is devoted to featuring contemporary societal issues through writing to achieve awareness and catalyse relevant change.

Philippine civil society fighting the worst effects of poverty in the face of government negligence

Civil society in the spirit of volunteerism united with one purpose, taking positive action to aid the most vulnerable in society through education, healthcare, disaster relief, and community empowerment to access better opportunities in the midst of economic challenges. “I…

Protestors call for a new economic model to stop violence against overseas Filipino workers

Overseas Filipino Workers are esteemed as modern-day heroes in the Philippines as they contribute greatly to the country’s economy, sacrificing years away from their families with the hope of providing a comfortable life. But not everyone is fortunate enough to…

PUV Modernization Program: Jeepney Phase-Out, a Threat to Filipino Jeepney Drivers and Commuters

Traditional jeepneys have been the “king of the road” in the Philippines for decades — the primary mode of transportation for ordinary Filipinos. They are far more affordable than riding a taxi, motorcycle taxi, or Transportation Network Vehicle Service (TNVS)…