Wilma Delo
Filipino Street Games, Shared Stories | Barrie, Ontario
Wilma Delo is an indigenous woman from the Northern part of the Philippines, Cordillera Region (as they call them, an Igorot - people of the mountain). She is a vice chairperson of Pilipinong Migrante sa Barrie. Her advocacy is to unite with the Filipino community, especially with the indigenous communities and her kakailyan (compatriots from back home, who were treated as a minority in all aspects). Wilma advocates for migrant justice and workers' rights.
About the Project
Filipino Street Games, Shared Stories seeks to revive and showcase Filipino games that were once central to childhood in the 1900s. These games are played without electronic gadgets or expensive materials, fostering creativity, teamwork and genuine social connections. Through a series of community events and workshops in public spaces, the project will introduce these games to children, youth and even adults/seniors who may have forgotten the joy of play. The project builds on the value of Bayanihan (collective spirit). Reviving these games not only preserves tradition but also creates inclusive, low-cost opportunities for interaction that strengthen bonds and reinforce the cultural identity of the community.