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These unique jeepney signages are hand-painted by Kuya Edwin Tayao, an expert jeepney signage artist based in Tondo, Metro Manila. This creation is part of Project Para Boss by Pop Junk Love, an initiative dedicated to revitalizing the traditional art of signage painting in the Philippines. 

Dimensions: 7.25 x 3.25 inches

This product is available for pre-order, sourced in the Philippines, and may take around4 weeks before shipment.

Important Information

• Each signage features a different colour scheme for the text, so the one you receive may not match the photos exactly. Throughout this project, Kuya Edwin have the freedom to choose the colours for each signage, adding to the unique beauty of each piece.

• Like any handmade art, these hand-painted jeepney signages may have minor flaws such as chipped paint, smudges, or small dents due to the nature of the craft and the environment in which they are created. Each sign is manually dried in outdoor spaces, making them naturally exposed to the elements during creation.

• Made from PVC/Sintra plastic board, these signages should be kept out of direct sunlight.

• The actual colour of the signage may appear lighter or darker than in photos due to lighting conditions or screen resolution differences.

The Cultural Significance of Jeepneys 

Born from the aftermath of World War II, Jeeps, or Public Utility Jeepneys, have become a cultural icon and a vital, affordable transportation mode for over 40% of commuters in Metro Manila and many provinces across the Philippines. Dubbed the hari ng kalsada (king of the road), jeepneys traverse routes that limited transportation options don't cover, providing an indispensable service. Along with jeepneys comes their art, particularly their hand-painted signage.

The exact origins of jeepney signages are not well-documented, but they are believed to draw deep inspiration from the letter paintings on kalesas (horse-drawn carriages) and the carts of roaming sorbeteros (ice cream vendors) in the streets of Metro Manila. These eye-catching signages serve not only to provide directions but also as a form of artistic expression - a truly remarkable piece of Philippine culture.

PISTON has been at the forefront of the #NoToJeepneyPhaseOut campaign, opposing the unjust PUV Modernization program in the Philippines. They fight to promote and advance the basic demands of Filipino transport workers for decent and stable work, livable income, freedom of association, and all their economic and democratic rights. Learn more about the struggles of Filipino jeepney workers through PISTON's work and our blogs.

20% of the proceeds from this product collection support PISTON's mission to advocate for a just and pro-people Philippine transport system. 100% of the profits from the 'Free Palestine' sign boards will be donated to mutual aid supporting Palestinian-Filipino refugees across Luzon. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

Customize your Jeepney signage by letting us know which words you'd like on them! Each signage is curated by veteran Jeepney artist Edwin Tayao from Tondo, Manila. This product is available for pre-order, sourced in the Philippines, and may take around 4 weeks before shipment.

Please specify the words you'd like added to the signage in the 'order note' section at checkout. Make sure your request contains no more than 5 words.

Product Features

This creation is part of Project Para Boss by Pop Junk Love, an initiative dedicated to revitalizing the traditional art of signage painting in the Philippines. 

Dimensions: 7.25 x 3.25 inches

Important Information

• Each signage features a different colour scheme for the text, so the one you receive may not match the photos exactly. Throughout this project, Kuya Edwin will have the freedom to choose the colours for each signage, adding to the unique beauty of each piece. Customers can only request wordings.

• Like any handmade art, these hand-painted jeepney signages may have minor flaws such as chipped paint, smudges, or small dents due to the nature of the craft and the environment in which they are created. Each sign is manually dried in outdoor spaces, making them naturally exposed to the elements during creation.

• Made from PVC/Sintra plastic board, these signages should be kept out of direct sunlight.

• The actual colour of the signage may appear lighter or darker than in photos due to lighting conditions or screen resolution differences.

The Cultural Significance of Jeepneys 

Born from the aftermath of World War II, Jeeps, or Public Utility Jeepneys, have become a cultural icon and a vital, affordable transportation mode for over 40% of commuters in Metro Manila and many provinces across the Philippines. Dubbed the hari ng kalsada (king of the road), jeepneys traverse routes that limited transportation options don't cover, providing an indispensable service. Along with jeepneys comes their art, particularly their hand-painted signage.

The exact origins of jeepney signages are not well-documented, but they are believed to draw deep inspiration from the letter paintings on kalesas (horse-drawn carriages) and the carts of roaming sorbeteros (ice cream vendors) in the streets of Metro Manila. These eye-catching signages serve not only to provide directions but also as a form of artistic expression - a truly remarkable piece of Philippine culture.

PISTON has been at the forefront of the #NoToJeepneyPhaseOut campaign, opposing the unjust PUV Modernization program in the Philippines. They fight to promote and advance the basic demands of Filipino transport workers for decent and stable work, livable income, freedom of association, and all their economic and democratic rights.

Learn more about the struggles of Filipino jeepney workers through PISTON's work and our blogs.

20% of the proceeds from this product collection support PISTON's mission to advocate for a just and pro-people Philippine transport system.

F

or the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

The Filipinos for Palestine stickers were created in solidarity with the people of Palestine and other oppressed people in the world. Filipinos are no stranger to foreign occupation, colonization, and justified resistance by any means necessary.

The Philippines was colonized by Spain for 333 years, occupied by Japan for 3 years during World War II and colonized by the US for 50 years but continues to be a neo-colony of the US. As Filipinos, we share the struggles of colonization and displacement with the people of Palestine as we have a common enemy. Our struggle for justice and national liberation in the Philippines is also inextricably linked to the global struggle of all oppressed people in the world. It is supporting their right to exist, right to their land, and right to resist.

When we talk about Pinoy Pride, we must acknowledge our own history of colonization and resistance. Taking pride in being Filipino is to take pride in fighting for what is right and just. It is extending our Filipino value of kapwa (the obligation to be with others) to those who are being unjustly and violently oppressed by colonizers.

We are not free until all of us are free. ✊🏽

For more resources on Filipino and Palestine solidarity, please check out the following:

• Huwag Matakot! Leaving Fear Behind as We Speak Up for a Free
• PalestineFilipinos in solidarity with Palestine call for Arms Embargo now!

Proceeds

100% of the profits from this tee ($15 for each shirt) will go to Palestinian mutual aid efforts, including Little Gaza in Quezon City, Philippines, and supporting the Khattab family in getting Khaled and Tareq out of Gaza. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

We're thrilled to expand our collection of liberation stickers with new designs from Bahaghari Philippines! Maraming salamat to our Kapatids at Bahaghari for allowing us to share their incredible sticker designs across the diaspora. 

Stickers are 3-inch custom-cut printed on a thick vinyl with a matte finish. Designed by Arri Samsico and Whenzy Jumapao.

Proceeds

100% of the profits from thiese stickers will go to Bahaghari, the national alliance of LGBTQIA+ advocates, organizations, and formations in the Philippines.

For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

A set of (5) 3-inch custom-cut stickers printed on a thick vinyl with a matte finish.

These designs include the following Tagalog phrases:

1. Bahala ako sa buhay ko: A twist to "Bahala ka sa buhay mo", reclaimed as "I am in charge of my own life"

2. Malakas, Matapang, Palaban: Strong, Brave, Fighter

3. Suplada, Mataray, Maldita: Snob, Snappy, Bitchy,

4. Pekpek Power: Pussy power!

5. Maarte, Maldita, Maganda: Extra, Bitchy, Beautiful

15% of the profits from each sale of this product goes to Sugarfolks' Unity for Genuine Agricultural Reform (SUGAR). SUGAR is an organization advocating for the rights and livelihoods of Sugarfolks' and farmers in Batangas, Philippines. Learn more about this partnership here. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

‘Ang Pride ay Magpakailanman’ (Pride is Forever) is a community zine curated by queer and trans Filipinos in so-called Toronto, Canada. Created during playshops in January 2023, the zines explore the daily joy and healing that happens in our every day. 

These collages, weaved together, are a way to celebrate each other and the ways we foster care among our chosen families in past, present, and future generations.

Makulay at iba pa (atbp) means colourful and many more in Tagalog. We are a collective of LGBTQ+ Filipinos in so-called Toronto centred around honouring our roots while building and strengthening community.

100% of the profits made from this collection will be donated to Bahaghari PH, and mutual aid funds for Palestinian families in Gaza and those who have arrived in the Philippines. This month, we will donate to support Basel El Maqosiu, an artist and teacher for children with disabilities in Gaza. Learn more about Basel and the fundraiser here. A portion will also go back to Makulay atbp. to continue building community in Tkaronto/Toronto. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

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• Size: 5.5. x 8.5. in
• 40 pages
• Glossy finish

Size: 5 inches x 7 inches, blank backing

100% of the profits made from this collection will be donated to Bahaghari PH, and mutual aid funds for Palestinian families in Gaza and those who have arrived in the Philippines. This month, we will donate to support Basel El Maqosiu, an artist and teacher for children with disabilities in Gaza. Learn more about Basel and the fundraiser here. A portion will also go back to Makulay atbp. to continue building community in Tkaronto/Toronto. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

Makulay at iba pa (atbp) means colourful and many more in Tagalog. We are a collective of LGBTQ+ Filipinos in so-called Toronto centred around honouring our roots while building and strengthening community.

Beyond the Word

Before reading the narrative below, here's an important reminder that being a woman, a Filipina, does not necessarily mean having a Pekpek (Vagina). 💖

As a young Pina/xy growing up, how many of us have been shamed by talking about our period? How many of us were associated with being mataray, suplada or maldita just because it's that "time of the month"? How many of us have not learned about safe sex and sexuality at a young age because it's a topic that's deemed shameful? And because talking about our Pekpeks is deemed makasalanan (sinful)?

The creation of the Pekpek Power pin is definitely something we're extremely proud of. Kaya let's go! Help us normalize these conversations. Help us empower our Pekpeks!

15% of this collection will be donated to the Free Our Sisters, Free Ourselves (FOSFO) campaign - an international campaign under GABRIELA, against the political persecution and repression of women activists and human rights defenders in the Philippines. Learn more about FOSFO by checking out their Facebook page.

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1.5 x 1.3 inch, acrylic pin with rubber lock

Beyond the Word

Malakas means strong. Matapang means brave. Palaban means a fighter.

This design is in honour of the strong Pina/xys whose love and care help build the society we all rely on. It is in honour of the brave Pina/xys who continue to speak up and help others find their voice. It is in honour of the Pina/xys who fought and are fighting for our liberation and rights as a community, as a nation.

Most importantly, this design is for all of us who have never been called malakas, matapang and palaban despite our bold strength, bravery and fighting spirit. 

15% of the proceeds from this collection will support Bahaghari PH and its work to advocate for and liberate the LGBTQIA+ community in the Philippines. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

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1.5 x 1.3 inch, acrylic pin with rubber lock

Beyond the Word

"Maarte means extra/ sassy. Maldita means baddie. Maganda means beautiful. To be Maarte and Maldita is to be beautiful." - K.D.

15% of the proceeds from this collection will support Bahaghari PH and its work to advocate for and liberate the LGBTQIA+ community in the Philippines. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

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1.5 x 1.3 inch, acrylic pin with rubber lock

Beyond the Word

A broken heart will make us face all our truths. Some of which Jen Maramba calls, “the truth of a lie” because sometimes the world will vibrate in the frequency that tells us, we’re the problem. Due to our own personal reasons we’re going to accept that vibration and believe the truth of a lie.

This is the truth: There was never ever anything wrong with us. We were made perfect as is. So we don’t have to prove this to the world or to ourselves that we are anything but what we are. We don’t have to overcompensate or minimize our light or try too hard.

We just be, be loved. Act like we’re loved. And we will remember and forget this over and over again because life is truly a series of loud challenges and small joys (at least right now). We are so receptive to either because we are creatures meant for connection. Unless we deeply embody the truths of being loved and being whole, our effort will stray us towards these truths of a lie and will make us behave in some whackshit ways.

Our receptivity to how people perceive us is that direct link to our gift of human sensitivity tuned in for connection. It is our embodied truths that are the filtration system to how we will respond to our reality. 

The Bumalik sa Sarili anting-anting (amulet) is about returning back to ourselves and being rooted to our real truth. The ones that stem from a deep understanding of who and what we are in the midst of everything that’s happening around us. It is about cultivating a deep trust in ourselves by being clear and radically honest about our prevailing truths that lead us to do the things we do. The design is a figure who is so connected to themselves that their actions and their words align. The prayer, bumalik sa sarili (return to self), is embedded in the design in Baybayin written in purple partially obscured as an invitation to cultivate this through embodiment.

Design and artist statement by Althea Balmes

15% of the profits from each sale of this product goes to Sugarfolks' Unity for Genuine Agricultural Reform (SUGAR). SUGAR is an organization advocating for the rights and livelihoods of Sugarfolks' and farmers in Batangas, Philippines. Learn more about this partnership here. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

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1.5 x 1.3 inch, acrylic pin with gold coloured-lock

About the Product

With varying sizes, some stickers are made out of vinyl while others are made out of paper. Please pay attention to each sticker's specification upon ordering. These sticker designs include the following Tagalog phrases with varying designs.

• Hari ng Kalsada: King of the Road
• Balik Pasada: Back to the road
• Balik Pasada Para Sa Masa: Back to the road, for the masses
• No to Jeepney Phase Out

No to Jeepney Phase Out

Jeepneys are an iconic and valuable form of transportation in the Philippines, crowned as the “King of the Road” It's a wild, lively, and bold creature, adorned with flashy decorations and painted in bright colors, roaring through the streets nationwide. While it may seem chaotic, it perfectly embodies the spirit of the entire nation.

Under the PUV Modernization Program, the government wants to push forward the replacement of traditional jeepneys, including old public utility vehicles (PUVs), with foreign-made modern PUVs that cost Php 2.5 to  2.8 million per unit. The Marcos Jr. government is planning to phase out jeepneys, putting the drivers and citizens who rely on them at risk of losing their jobs and access to transportation. Say No to Jeepney Phase Out!

100% of the profits from each sale of this product goes to the families of Jeepney drivers as their jobs and livelihoods are now at risk due to the Jeepney Phase Out. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

Anakbayan Scarborough

These stickers are curated and designed by Anakbayan Scarborough - a newly formed chapter under Anakbayan Canada and Anakbayan Toronto and is composed of youth activists based in Scarborough.

ANAKBAYAN (Youth of the Nation) is a national democratic comprehensive mass organization of the youth that aims to arouse, organize and mobilize the youth workers, peasant youth, students, young professionals, out-of-school youth, migrant youth, Moro youth and other national minorities youth, and young women for National Democracy and to unify this movement with the powerful movement of the toiling masses.

These stickers are designed by the following artists: Kim Seojeong, Aerelle Pakingan, Kandeel Imran, Khaira Garcia, Nico Balisi-Grajo and Jules

Combining two powerful symbols of resistance—Palestine's watermelon and the Philippines' sun and stars—this pin represents unwavering solidarity and serves as the official emblem of Filipinos United 4 Palestine. Designed by its members, the pin not only honours the Palestinian resistance against occupation but also reflects the deep connections between Filipino and Palestinian liberation movements. Through this symbol, we recognize the shared histories of colonialism and violence, and the critical lessons many Filipinos have drawn from the Palestinian struggle.

For more resources on Filipino and Palestine solidarity, please check out the following:

• Huwag Matakot! Leaving Fear Behind as We Speak Up for a Free
• PalestineFilipinos in solidarity with Palestine call for Arms Embargo now!
• Christian Zionism in the Philippines: When Faith Becomes a Tool for Settler Colonialism

Proceeds

100% of the profits from this pin ($5 for each) will go to Palestinian mutual aid efforts, distributed across Palestinian-Filipino refugee families in the Philippines. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

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1.5 x 1.3 inch, gold-backing enamel pin with rubber lock