We Care for Humanity (WCH)launched the Laptops for Humanity program in 2023 which aims to bridge the digital divide by providing access to technology for those who may not have the means to afford it. By equipping marginalized individuals with laptops, WCH empowers them with the tools needed to succeed in today's technology-driven world. Through Laptops for Humanity, WCH strives to create opportunities for education, skill development, and economic advancement, ultimately paving the way for a brighter future for these individuals and their communities.
To lead this program, WCH Founder Queen Maria Amor Leonor Torres Mastura appointed WCH Human Rights Ambassador Sean Bardoo to facilitate the program. Sean, with his background in law and experience as a radio commentator, brings a unique perspective to the Laptops for Humanity program. His dedication to human rights and his passion for making a positive impact on society make him the perfect leader for this initiative. Through his dedication, the program has seen great success in reaching those in need in Uganda and Kenya and providing them with the necessary tools to thrive in an increasingly digital world.
"As the program continues to expand, we are confident that the Laptops for Humanity initiative will touch more lives and make a lasting difference in communities worldwide", said Torres.
With the support of dedicated individuals like Sean Bardoo and the vision of Queen Maria Amor Leonor Torres Mastura, WCH is committed to creating a brighter future for all through the power of technology and education. Together, they can bridge the digital divide and empower marginalized individuals to reach their full potential.
As the head of the delegation, Torres, also known as the Traveling Queen, held productive discussions with key stakeholders in higher education, academia, and Traditional Chiefs under the guidance of WCH partner, the Human Development Association (HUDAS) headed by Mrs. Alina OUATTARA, located in Côte d'Ivoire.
The Education for Humanity (E4H) initiative seeks to provide scholarships to disadvantaged Ivorian students, enabling them to pursue higher education or vocational training.
During her visit, the Queen took time to visit an organization supporting vulnerable groups such as street children, orphans, juvenile inmates, and widows. Here, she brought joy to the children by providing both sustenance and essential supplies.
"We are dedicated to coming back to Ivory Coast soon to continue our humanitarian work," were her final words before departing from Ivory Coast.
Kitui/Kenya - We Care for Humanity (WCH) initiated the Water for Humanityproject in Kenya, led by Queen Mariam Leonor Torres Mastura, alongside Dr. Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka (10th Vice President of Kenya), Hon. Gideon Mulyungi, and Hon. Irene Kasalu, as well as the local residents of Tita, Katuluni, and Waita ward, Mwingi Central.
During the project launch, former Vice President Musyoka highlighted the importance of providing clean water access to communities in need. The collaboration between WCH and local leaders demonstrated a shared commitment to enhancing the lives of residents in the region.
Queen Maria's dedication to the cause was reflected in her address, where she highlighted the tangible benefits of the project, “although it is a modest project, it will benefit 3000 residents, 800 donkeys, 600 cows, and over 3,000 goats in this area. We plan to initiate more Water for Humanity Projects to support women and girls who travel long distances in search of water during dry seasons.”
Looking ahead, the WCH founder envisioned implementing additional Water for Humanity Projects to alleviate the struggles of women and girls who must travel long distances to find water, particularly in dry periods.
The collaborative and compassionate spirit showcased at the inauguration event sets a positive tone for future efforts aimed at improving water accessibility and enhancing the quality of life for communities in Kenya and beyond.
HRH Queen Mariam Leonora Torres, HM Sultan Salem Mastura Kudarat V, HRH Princess Jasma Mastura Karon, HRH Princess Harjida Karon (left to right)
The Royal Maharlika extended its philanthropic awards to His Majesty Sultan Salem Mastura Kudarat V as ROYAL MAN OF ASIA, confirmed by the 3rd President of Croatia, H.E. Ivo Josipovich, the former President of Ecuador, H.E. Rosalia Arteaga and HRH Queen Maria Leonora Amor Torres.
The Royal Maharlika, a non-profit organization based in USA with branches in the Philippines and Europe recently held an extension of its 2nd Royal Maharlika Awards last January 14, 2023 at Apo View Hotel in Davao city during the enthronement of HRH Mariam Leonora Torres, the Queen of Maharlika International and Princess of Calabarzon.
“Our aim is to unite all the Kingdoms and Tribes of the world towards peace and developments, to advocate the rights of the indigenous groups and the cultural minorities and be the voice of freedom and sustainable green environment to the United Nations. Thus, we honor those who individuals or groups who possess greatness and excellence in the fields of philanthropy, science, arts, business and diplomacy through the Royal Maharlika Awards,” says the founder and chairman of the Royal Maharlika and We Care for Humanity.
One of the major award titles of the said award- the ROYAL MAN OF ASIA, was bestowed to the reigning 25th Sultan of Magindanao Mandanue Darussalam also hailed as the Supreme Sultan of Mindanao, His Majesty Sultan Salem Abdulaziz Guiwan Mastura Kudarat V, the 5th descendant of Sultan Muhammad Dipatuan Kudarat who ruled Magindanaw from 1619 to 1671 and was declared by the late president Ferdinand E. Marcos as a national hero and the most powerful ruler of Mindanao during his time.
Sultan Salem, being a direct descendant of the Kudarat clan inherited the biggest role of his life as the head of the Sultanate of Magindanaw (Mindanao) Mandanaue Darussalam with independent sovereignty covering almost the whole Mindanao state and some parts of Luzon and Visayas regions. He is the son of the late Sultan Abdulaziz Guiwan Mastura Kudarat IV, a powerful leader in Mindanao, former Governor and twice Mayor of Lebak and Palimbang.
Salem is a highly respected Sultan, loved by so many for his dedication and advocacy in peace, preservation of culture and economic development. He graduated with degrees in Bachelor of Arts in Far Eastern University and Bachelor of Law in Notre Dame University, Mindanao and actively promoting the mission and vision of the Sultanate as well as the Sultan Kudarat Descendants Organization of the Philippines (SKDOP), Inc., a non-profit organization established to execute the humanitarian goals of the Sultanate. “Our aim is to restore peace and order, eradicate poverty and promote the culture of Mindanao”, proudly said by Sultan Salem in his acceptance speech.
The Royal Maharlika also extended its philanthropic awards, to SKDOP as ROYAL ORGANIZATION OF ASIA received by HRH Datu Zukarnaine Mastura (brother of Sultan Salem), to the Royal Ladies as ROYAL WOMEN EMPOWERMENT ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR received by HRH Princess Febraida Mastura Matalam, the Royal Princess of Magindanaw, HRH Princess Harjida Mastura Karon (Bailaga sa Magindanaw) and HRH Princess Jasma mastura Karon (Rajabai sa Magindanaw), and lastly the Sultan Kudarat Youth Descendants Organization (SKYDOP), Inc. as ROYAL YOUTH ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR received by Camarod Mastura (son of Sultan Salem). The awards were confirmed and signed by the 3rd President of Croatia, H.E. Ivo Josipovich and the former President of Ecuador, H.E. Rosalia Arteaga.
Sultan Salem Mastura Kudarat V, is expected to propagate the realm of the Sultanate not only locally but internationally with the help of his brother,HRH Datu Muamar Mastura Kudarat, the Crown Prince of the Sultanate of Magindanaw and Tarsila Bearer of Magindanaw, His Majesty’s Cabinet members, the Royal Ladies of Magindanaw and the Queen of Maharlika International and Princess of Calabarzon, Maria Leonora Amor Torres.
Succeeding the much talked about royal enthronement and Royal Maharlika Summit last 12th of December 2022 at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Hotel, organized by We Care for Humanity in collaboration with the Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) and Philippine Economic Zone Authrority (PEZA), another enthronement was held at the heart of Davao city, at the renown Apo View Hotel last January 14, 2023, organized by the Royal Sultanate of Magindanaw, Mandanaue Darussalam, a member of the World Federation of Traditional Kings.
Maria Leonora Torres, the founder of We Care for Humanity, the Greatest Humanitarians of the World and the Royal Maharlika International was proclaimed twice in the above-mentioned events as Queen of Maharlika Philippines and as Princess of Calabarzon by the reigning Supreme Sultan of Magindanaw (Mindanao), His Majesty Sultan Salem Abdulazis Mastura Kudarat V, along with his cabinet members, the SKDOP Inc, and the Royal Ladies: HRH Royale Princess Febraida Mastura Matalam, the Royal Princess of Magindanaw, HRH Princess Harjida Mastura Karon, Bailaga sa Magindanaw and HRH Princess Jasma mastura Karon, Rajabai sa Magindanaw.
The glittering evening started solemnly with an invocation by Rajah Muda Marvin Ingkong– Rajahmuda of Sugudabuayan, followed by a lively Introduction by Datu Joel Bustamante– Davao Secretary General of the Sultanate of Magindanaw and Chairman of SKDOP in Davao. His Highness Datu Zukarnaine Mastura, President of Sultan Kudarat Descendants Organization of the Philippines (SKDOP), Inc. gave an inspiring Welcome Address while HRH Datu Muamar Mastura, the Crown Prince of the Sultanate of Magindanaw explained the Genealogy of the Sultanate (Tarsilla).
His Majesty Sultan Salem delivered enlightening words of wisdom and reiterates: “We at the Sultanate follow strictly the royal protocol handed to us by our ancestors, that only the highest leader of a sultanate with sovereign jurisdiction like ours can bestow royal titles to people of nobility, same bloodlines and individuals who have unprecedented humanitarian merits,” and added “Thus, I am very proud to confirm Maria Leonora Torres with Traditional titles as Queen of Maharlika International and Princess of Calabarzon.”
The royal enthronee received messages of support from HRH Princess Febraida Mastura Matalam, Datu Rolando Abdul Aziz Olamit (MNLF Davao City State Chairman, Sultanate Region XI), Datu Abdulhamid Marvin Ingkong, Sultan Allan Manuel (Sultan of Davao), Sultan Datu Mosarel Daligdigan (Sultan Mangigin of Zamboanga Peninsula), Datu Dimalub Namil (Monari sa Magindanaw Biwang), Sultan Abdulrakman Maug (Sultan of Davao del Norte).
In her acceptance speech, the new Queen of Maharlika Intl and Princess Calabarzon said, “I am eternally grateful to His Majesty Sultan Salem and the whole Sultanate for the trust and confidence, and to the Royal ladies who showed me love and kindness during this whole process of organizing this event and knowing that I have new friends and sisters for life.” She ends by saying “mark my word, I will carry the banner of the sultanate, the SKDOP, the Royal Ladies and the SKYDOP to the United Nations”.
In the same event, the Royal Maharlika extended its philanthropic awards to His Majesty Sultan Salem as ROYAL MAN OF ASIA, to SKDOP as ROYAL ORGANIZATION OF ASIA, to the Royal Ladies as ROYAL WOMEN EMPOWERMENT ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR and to Sultan Kudarat Youth Descendants Organization (SKYDOP), Inc. as ROYAL YOUTH ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR. The awards were confirmed and signed by the 3rd President of Croatia, H.E. Ivo Josipovich and the former President of Ecuador, H.E. Rosalia Arteaga.
Queen Maria wishes to thanks the following members of the Sultanate who attended the event:
ROYAL HOUSE OF SUGUDABUAYAN
1. Datu Abdulhamid Marvin Ingkong- Rajahmuda sa Sugudabuayan
2. Datu Odin Api
3. Datu Aheren Dambong
4. Datu Ramir Lacaba
5. Datu Khalipa
6. Datu Anjam
7. Bai Elyn ingkong- Putri sa Macador sa Magindanaw ( wife of Rajahmuda Marvin)
ROYAL LADIES OF MAGINDANAW MANDANAUE DARUSSALAM
1. Princess Febraida Lauban Mastura Matalam- Royal Princess of Royal Sultanate of Magindanaw
2. Princess Jasma Mastura Karon- Rajahbai sa Magindanaw
3. Princess Harjida Mastura Karon- Bai Laga sa Magindanaw
4. Bai Susan S. Samad- Bai Labi sa meti sa MaMagindanaw
5. Bai Mila Mastura Maulana- Bai Labi sa Lakungan
6. Bai Hanna Abubakar- Bai Manguda Timan sa Kutawato, Magindanaw
7. Bai Sadie Samal- Royal lady of Magindanaw
8. Engr. Bai Meriam Dimalen- Putri sa Baruin
9. Bai Helen B. Ayao- Bai Pindulonan sa Magindanaw
10. Bai Jovaira Kamid- Bai Sampulna sa Dumolog
11. Bai Anabelle Sultan Esmael- Shariah lawyer
12. Bai Norah Mamariong- Shariah lawyer
13. Bai Linang Dimacompas- Bai Labi sa Parang Padang, Padang
14. Bai Monera Abas Sinsuat- Putri Babak sa Dikaya, Kabuntalan
15. Bai Neelah K. Sinsuat
16. Bai Sittie Normina- Bai Labi sa Buldon
17. Bai azisa Insani Lauban
18. Bai Lorenda Angas Mastura
19. Bai Baican Datu Taba
20. Bai Jusol Asiquin Mastura
21. Bai Hajar Mastura
22. Bai Alee Mastura
23. Miss Josephine Braceros Camsa
24. Bai Alibai Tecoken
25. Bai Bessie Tatak Utto-Rajah Putri sa LLakungan sa Buayan
26. Bai Gloria Lauban-Putri ng Kabuntalan
SULTAN KUDARAT DESCENDANTS ORGANIZATION OF THE PHILIPPINES, INC (SKDOP)
1. Sultan Salem Abdulazis Salem Mastura kudarat V- the 25th Sultan of Magindanaw
2. Datu Muammar D. Mastura- Crown Prince of Magindanaw, Chairman of Genealogy and Screening Committee
3. Datu Zulkarnaine D. Mastura- SKDOP President
4. Datu Habib Mastura- SKDOP Secretary General
5. Engr. datu Abubacar M. Datumanong
6. Datu Guiambangan Asim- Former Director of Post Office
7. Datu jordan Abas Sinsuat- Datu Dikaya III
8. Prof. Dr. abubakar Ali- Datu sa Slangan
9. Dr. Amor Pendaliday, Phd
10. Datu Abdulgani Abubakar- Datu Manguda Timan sa Kutawato Magindanaw
11. Datu Edris Diocolano- Watamama Sanday
12. Datu Fred Uy- Marajalaida sa Salmen Magindanaw
13. Datu Carnain Sabpa- Datu sa Lama-lama
14. Datu Jerry Obregon- Datu sa Obial, Kalamansig
15. Datu Romeo Sampiano
16. Datu Dianalan Alandoni- Amerol sa Serupa sa Magindanaw
17. Datu Nor-Husain Matalam
18. Datu datun Lauban Mastura
19. Datu Benzar D. Mastura
20. Datu Muba D. Mastura
21. Sultan Allan Manuel from Mati Davao Oriental
22. Sultan Abdulralman Maug- Davao del Norte
23. Bai Sonia- Bai Labi sa Region 11
24. Sultan Abdul Mawla Camamara III- Davao City
25. Sultan Abdul Baser Dowani Bago- Davao City
26. Datu Joel Bustamante- Secretary General, Region 11
27. Datu Larry Cobauio- Overall Datu, Region 11
28. Datu Morsalin Vicente- Overall All Datu, Mati
29. Datu Muktar Naga- Davao del sur
30. Datu Abdul Gafur Pandian- Consultant of Sultanate, Region 11
31. Hon. Jaynor Macadawan- Political Consultant, Regional 11
32. Commissioner Dalisay Macadawan- NCMF Women Sector
33. Deputy Nicanor Bobby Mohammad- deputy Mayor Kagan tribe Davao City
The Paramount Sultana of Royal Maharlika, HRH Sultana Mariam Amor Torres Mastura
The 2022 summit includes the Royal Enthronement, Maharlika Business Forum and Royal Maharlika Awards. Royalty and politicians from all over the world converged in Manila for this prestigious event held at the cultural oasis of the Sofitel Philippine Plaza overlooking the Manila Bay.
An event of immense international proportions was held in Manila on December 12, 2022, by We Care for Humanity Global, a non-profit organization based in United States, in collaboration with the Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), the Royal Maharlika Summit & Awards and the Royal Enthronement was a huge success!
The 2022 summit includes the Royal Enthronement, Maharlika Business Forum and Royal Maharlika Awards. Royalty and politicians from all over the world converged in Manila for this prestigious event held at the cultural oasis of the Sofitel Philippine Plaza overlooking the Manila Bay.
DOT Undersecretary Myra Paz Valderrosa-Abubakar opens the festivity with a welcoming speech, “the Royal Maharlika Summit comes at the most auspicious time, as we herald to the world that the Philippines is back in business and that our country is ready to receive tourists and investments. Our message is simple, the Philippines is a good place to invest, an opportunity to rip the benefits of a vibrant economy.”
Ascended the thrones from the Royal House of Maguindanao were Her Royal Highness Sultana Mariam Amor Torres Mastura a.k.a. The Traveling PrincessÔ or best known as just “Maria Amor”, chairman of the Greatest Humanitarians of the World, and another Princess from the Mastura clan. The enthronement was solemnized by His Majesty Sultan Colonel Nasser Pendatun Sr., the Paramount Sultan of the Sultanate of Talik who sanctified the two Paramount Sultanas of Maharlika and the two Rajanatas of Minsupala.
Prior this ceremony, Maria Amor has been crowned as Princess of Baloi; Sultana Bae A Gaus of Minsupala; Adopted daughter of the 16 royal houses of Ranao; Bae Insalilay and Bae Naylaladladad by the Tribal Government of the Philippines and Higaonan Tribe; Amazon Princess of the Kingdom of Dahomey, Benin; Princess of Jambi Kingdom Indonesia, and Ambassador of the Kings Forum of Uganda. Sultana Maria Amor is truly an international royalty!
The Royal Maharlika Awards honored individuals or who possess greatness and excellence in the fields of philanthropy, science, arts, business, and diplomacy. It is a brotherhood of peacebuilders and protectors of the earth and is founded by HRH Sultana Maria Amor. Among the luminaries honored that evening were Dr. Abdallah Sharif (Austria), Dr. Udit Raj (India), Dr. Rahul Varma (India), Hon. Kennedy Musyoka (Kenya), H.E. Dr. Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka (Kenya), Ms. Rebecca Padilla (Philippines), Commissioner Yusoph Mando (Philippines), Ms. Rosemarie Basa (Philippines), Datu Danny Mangahas (Philippines), Hon. Judge Mihai Nedelcu (Romania), Mr. Juliean Hornet (Romania), Mr. Sean Bardoo (USA) and Atty. Jeffrey Jackson (USA).
A royal induction of Cabinet Members was also performed and officiated the following exceptional individuals: Commissioner Yusoph Mando, Datu Danny Mangahas, Comm. Albert Dela, Col. Abdulsalam Donald Hongitan, Atty. Jordan Bowen, Mr. Hoa Lam- Datu, Abraham Abdullah, Heria Singon, Colleen Elizabeth Zamora, Princess Narvaisa Victoria Pendatun, Sittie Hafiza Maria Eden Zamora, Sittie Nhoor Honggitan, Shariffa Mastura, Nanielyn E Tagala and Huong Vo.
The Royal Maharlika Business Forum is a jewel with many facets including healthcare; infrastructure; information technology; agriculture; energy, and United Nations Sustainable Goals, in conjunction with PEZA represented by Mrs. Tasneem Eshmael, the Chief Corporate Communications DC. In her keynote speech, she explained the advantages of investing in the Philippines as well as the benefits of being a PEZA member.
Presenters from worldwide consisted of Alvin Pelobello for IPs Village; Udelix Gas & Oil, Ms. Rosemarie Basa for Housing Projects in the Philippines; Dr. Abdallah Sharif for Acexa Cluster and UN organization cooperation; Mr. Juliean Hornet for eHornet renewable energy; Atty. Jeffrey Jackson for immigration and job opportunities in USA; His Majesty King Constantine Mwogezi for business exchange, Hon. Udit Raj for Global Business Forum, Daria Aleksandra Pazura for trading opportunity on skincare; Rebecca Padilla for Vanilla dream project.
The summit ended with a vow from its founder that she will extend the mission and vision of the Royal Maharlika to the world not just in the Philippines.
Last stop of Sultana Maria Amor’s Balkan and Europe tour, she spent three days in Sibiu, Romania upon the invitation of CEIR founder and president, Mr. Mihai Nedelcu, who is also the paternal figure to the Roma people living in Sibui.
The jovial festivity happens every year with the mission to promote the Roma culture and food. Many members of the community gathered in their traditional clothing and celebrated the event with all-day music, dancing and array of abundant traditional food and delicacy.
Maria Amor Torres, founder ofWe Care for Humanitygave her opinion of her visit;“it was my first time to visit Romania and spend time with Roma people, but I received a tremendous kindness and hospitality, especially from the family of Mr. Nedelcu. I want to give them my unwavering thanks especially for inviting me to be part of this very important cultural festival”.In addition, she continues,“I congratulate all the contestants especially the winners of this cooking contest, every sumptuous entry presented is obviously done with utmost love and care, the Roma way. Everything is delicious and stunning; the Roma food is undeniably a world class cuisine!”.
