When people are empowered to be their best selves, everyone wins. At AboitizPower, we believe in building more than a diverse organization by creating a space where people are seen for who they are and what they bring to the table. Where identity is not a hurdle, but a source of strength. More and more doors are opening for people to lead with pride and be celebrated not just during Pride Month, but every day.
Cristina “Brevs” Breva thrives in this kind of supportive environment. She’s surrounded by leaders who value her capabilities, not her SOGIE. Because she feels safe and supported, she’s able to lead with authenticity and be the kind of teammate who uplifts others, embodying what it means to take responsibility not just for results, but for creating a safe space for others to thrive.
John Alekhine Dionisio brings joy and authenticity to his role as an Assistant Control Room Operator at GNPower Dinginin. In what many see as a traditionally masculine space, John never felt the need to hide. His leaders connect with him genuinely, and his coworkers make the effort to learn about his community. For John, being gay at work isn’t just accepted; it’s something that feels natural, easy, and even celebrated.
Beejay Castillo, a creative at heart, feels no pressure to conform. In his role as Corporate Communications Supervisor at Aboitiz Renewables, Inc., he feels free to express who he is, allowing his best ideas to come forward. It’s this culture of mutual respect and inclusion that allows collaboration to flourish. For Beejay, Pride isn’t just one month, it’s something felt every day, through genuine acts of allyship and a team that values him for who he is and what he brings.
April Gonzales’ story shows what excellence truly looks like, being given opportunities based on merit and performance. She’s grown her career through hard work, with two well-earned promotions, now working as a Control Room Engineer at Therma South, Inc. At AboitizPower, her identity is never a barrier, it’s simply part of the rich tapestry of what the organization is as 1AP.
Yanyan Manzon is thriving at Therma Visayas, Inc. as a proud transwoman. She showed courage simply by being honest about her gender-affirming surgery from day one. In a space she once feared might not accept her, she now finds respect, inclusion, and a team that listens. Her presence proves that when you lead with truth, others will rise with you.
For Justin Rama, a Vendor Accreditation and Performance Management Specialist, being part of a team and having leaders who recognize her value has been life-changing. Here, she has been able to step into her true gender identity, express herself proudly, and be recognized for her meaningful contributions. This is the power of integrity in action: when people are seen and celebrated for their truth.
These stories show what inclusion truly means in practice. It’s not just about policies or campaigns; it’s about the everyday moments where everyone gets the chance to grow, lead, and succeed without limits.Because at AboitizPower, you have the power to be you, and that’s how we power a better world.
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