reconnecting the pieces
This four-episode video feature follows Filipino Third Culture Kids (TCKs) as they navigate identity, belonging, and beauty standards, revealing what it means to find home between worlds
EPISODE 01: in search of who i am
An introduction to what it means to be a Third Culture Kid. TCKs and experts share stories of culture shock, language barriers, and learning to belong, setting the stage for their journey of returning home.
Featuring: Alexandra Mutuc & Lorenzo Paolo Sunga
Watch time: 7 minutes
EPISODE 02: in orbit
A look into how exposure to different beauty standards shaped self-image and belonging. TCKs reflect on trying to look different to fit in—until they learned to embrace who they are, finding confidence and self-acceptance without forcing themselves to belong.
Featuring: Trixia Dasig & Andgelika Gumban
Watch time: 9 minutes
EPISODE 03: COMING HOME
TCKs share stories of finding connection, pride, and peace in their in-between identity, revealing that being a TCK is not isolation but illumination..
Featuring: Sophia Abdon, Margaret Tagumpay, Lorenzo Regaya & Andrene Salurio
Watch time: 7 minutes 38 seconds
EPISODE 04: Unpacking the in-between
Exploring how Third Culture Kids think, adapt, and grow as they transition into life in their home country. Featuring expert insights on identity, culture, and belonging.
Featuring: Jeman Malibiran & Bernard Eseo
Watch time: 14 minutes 48 seconds
reconnecting the pieces
This three-episode video feature follows Filipino Third Culture Kids (TCKs) as they navigate identity, belonging, and beauty standards, revealing what it means to find home between worlds
EPISODE 01: in search of who i am
An introduction to what it means to be a Third Culture Kid. TCKs and experts share stories of culture shock, language barriers, and learning to belong, setting the stage for their journey of returning home.
Featuring: Alexandra Mutuc & Lorenzo Paolo Sunga
Watch time: 7 minutes
EPISODE 02: in orbit
A look into how exposure to different beauty standards shaped self-image and belonging. TCKs reflect on trying to look different to fit in—until they learned to embrace who they are, finding confidence and self-acceptance without forcing themselves to belong.
Featuring: Trixia Dasig & Andgelika Gumban
Watch time: 8 minutes 49 seconds
EPISODE 03: COMING HOME
TCKs share stories of finding connection, pride, and peace in their in-between identity, revealing that being a TCK is not isolation but illumination.
Featuring: Sophia Abdon, Margaret Tagumpay, Lorenzo Regaya & Andrene Salurio
Watch time: 7 minutes 45 seconds
EPISODE 04: Unpacking the in-between
Exploring how Third Culture Kids think, adapt, and grow as they transition into life in their home country. Featuring expert insights on identity, culture, and belonging.
Featuring: Jeman Malibiran & Bernard Eseo
Watch time: 14 minutes 48 seconds