What if we transformed the Filipino Cultural District in San Francisco into a bustling Creative Sector centered around Westfield Mall? Imagine the potential of creating a dynamic hub for Filipino culture, food, and arts, revitalizing the 4th floor of the mall with innovative Filipino food concepts and cultural events.

This vision includes reimagining the Bespoke event space as a venue for year-round festivals and community gatherings, supported by cultural anchors like Kapwa Gardens, Sentro Filipino, Executive Order SF, and Balay Kreative Studios. By leveraging the indoor infrastructure, we can host events regardless of weather, drawing inspiration from the successful cultural attractions at Stonestown Galleria.

Join us in dreaming about how this transformation could elevate the Filipino cultural district and significantly enhance San Francisco’s urban landscape, fostering a thriving community and a vibrant cultural destination.

Read more about this exciting vision for the future and join the conversation on how we can bring it to life.

In the heart of San Francisco Japantown, a revolution is brewing, not with loud protests or clamorous demands, but with brushes, colors, and the silent whispers of change carried through art. The KOHO Creative Hub is at the forefront of this transformation, envisioning a future where Japantown emerges not just as a neighborhood rich in history but as a beacon of artistic innovation and community collaboration.

What does it mean to Be Free? And how can we get to that freedom? If you are unsure of where to start, we have gathered advice from 4 community organizers from the Bay. Their stories will show you how the fight is far from over, but freedom for those in the Philippines and in Filipino America are in the palm of our collective hands.

As the Winter/Spring 2022 Web Intern, Anjenica (aka “Nikki”) reflects on post-grad life, navigating new processes, and growing as a UX designer through Brownthought Academy.

As the Winter/Spring 2022 Content Writing Intern, Chloe reflects on her creative intentions, writing for a brand’s voice, and gaining confidence as a writer through Brownthought Academy.

As the Winter/Spring 2022 Photo & Video Intern, Jada reflects on filming community events, the power of collaboration, and reconnecting to her Filipino culture through Brownthought Academy.

As the Winter/Spring 2022 Social Media Intern, Gianna reflects on working quickly, creating to inspire, and connecting with fellow Pinays through Brownthought Academy.

Kristine was born and raised in San Francisco, majored in Sociology at Loyola Marymount University in LA, and currently works in media planning at an ad agency. Outside of work, she love going to concerts and learning how to rollerskate.