Ivan Jim Layugan is a teacher, writer, and researcher working in the Philippines and Japan. His research interests are children’s rights, gendered narratives during disasters, and participatory culture. He has attended various local and international civic and creative engagements and programs as a participant, fellow, or speaker. He has led research and advocacy campaign projects for children and LGBTQI with multiple organizations, such as Save the Children, ChildFund, Plan International, and Rainbow Rights Philippines.