Independent (Hanilyn Hidalgo)

Dr. Hanilyn Aguilar Hidalgo is an accredited Professor at the Central Bicol State University of Agriculture in the Philippines with a profound commitment to fostering positive change. With a distinguished academic background, including being a Latin honor graduate of the University of the Philippines Los Baños in Agribusiness Management, she possesses a solid foundation in understanding the intricacies of agricultural systems and rural economies. Her advanced studies in Business Administration further enriched her insights into sustainable livelihoods, market dynamics, and innovation—a trifecta essential for effective social entrepreneurship. Throughout her career, she has channeled her expertise into impactful research, focusing on areas such as value chain analysis, market behavior, and farm tourism. Her contributions to academia extend beyond the confines of scholarly journals, as evidenced by her role as the program development coordinator of Asia Pacific’s Sustainable Agriculture, Food, and Energy Network (SAFE Network). Through this platform, she has fostered international collaborations and spearheaded research projects aimed at addressing pressing agricultural challenges. One of her notable achievements includes her involvement in a national project focused on developing a blueprint for Agri-Industrial Corridor Development in the Philippines. This initiative underscores her proactive approach to driving systemic change and promoting inclusive economic growth in her homeland. Furthermore, her engagement in enterprise development at the grassroots level, in partnership with local governments, underscores her commitment to empowering informal business sectors and catalyzing community development. Beyond her academic and research endeavors, she is a trailblazer in the field of farm tourism, operating the "Nesting Place," an integrated farm with a wellness theme. By leveraging agritourism as a means of sustainable livelihood, she exemplifies the transformative potential of blending economic activity with environmental stewardship and cultural preservation. Her contributions extend beyond the borders of academia and into the realm of advocacy and recognition. Her accolades as one of the 2021 women leaders in Southeast Asia and an Outstanding Asian Science Diplomat attest to her influential role in shaping regional discourse on agriculture, education, and environmental sustainability.