#Mission1642 Roadshow

After 13 years of living and traveling abroad, and completing my journey to all 195 countries in the world in 2025, I realized something deeply personal: while seeing the world changed me, there was still so much of my own country I had never truly rediscovered. That realization sparked a return home with a new purpose, to explore the Philippines not just as a Filipina, but as a global traveler. Mission #1642 was born from this desire to rediscover our cities and communities, and to showcase them not only to Filipinos at home, but also to OFWs, former Filipinos, and their friends abroad, inviting them to come back and experience the Philippines with fresh eyes.

Mission #1642 is a nationwide advocacy journey to visit all 1,642 cities and municipalities of the Philippines, celebrating our stories, culture, and potential while empowering Filipino students to build globally competitive careers through the digital nomad lifestyle. Through school talks, workshops, mentorship, and the Student Nomad Club, students gain the skills, confidence, and mindset to work remotely, travel responsibly, and dream beyond borders, starting from home, and extending to the world.

Hi, I’m Kach!

I’ve traveled to all 195 countries in the world and now I’m on a new mission closer to home. I’m exploring all 1,642 cities and municipalities of the Philippines, hoping to inspire students to see how rich and exciting our own country is, and to dream bigger about exploring the world beyond it.

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You can read my story here:

Kach's Journey
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In 2023, I decided to return to the Philippines, grounded at home but still pursuing my mission to experience all 195 countries around the world.

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Starting Mission #1642

Mission: #Mission1642 brings the digital nomad mindset to all 1,642 Philippine cities - empowering Filipino students to build global careers through remote work while proudly exploring and promoting their own country.

Vision: To build a global movement of Remote Filipino Workers (RFW), one Filipino digital nomad at a time, so the Philippine passport gains greater mobility and respect worldwide.

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    Workshops & Training

    Interactive sessions on remote work, travel planning, and personal development.

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    Mentorship & Guidance

    Connects students with experts and digital nomads for guidance.

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    Student Nomad Club Chapters

    Building chapters nationwide for students to join the digital nomad community.

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    Handbook Distribution

    Providing practical guides to help students navigate remote work and travel.

Our Impact

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Dipnay, El Nido

In Dipnay, North El Nido, Mission #1642 blended tourism, co-living, and remote work to create new income opportunities for locals. Students, mothers, and unemployed youth were trained to earn online, host digital nomads, and manage community projects.

Proceeds from #MadeInDipnay reusable bags funded Starlink internet, solar lights, and other resources for over 20 households, turning the village into a potential digital nomad hub.

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Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental

Mission 1642 launched its first remote work training program in Barangay Tama, Magsaysay, supporting students, indigenous youth, and returning OFWs. Through virtual assistant training, donated equipment, and Starlink internet, the community was introduced to remote work as a real way to earn globally while staying at home.

This pilot showed that opportunity does not require leaving the country, but can start within local communities.

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In Universities

Mission #1642 is already making waves across the Philippines. In 2025, Kach was invited to speak at the University of Santo Tomas and the Lyceum of the Philippines University, sharing not only her journey of visiting all 195 countries but also the lessons behind it: perseverance, resourcefulness, and turning the Philippine passport into a gateway rather than a limitation. These talks inspired students to see their skills, heritage, and identity as tools to break barriers, making global mobility feel attainable for ordinary Filipinos.”

Get Involved

Mission #1642 is about empowering Filipino youth, and you can be part of this journey. Whether you’re a student, school, or supporter, there are ways to engage, learn, and contribute.

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Be part of a movement that inspires, empowers, and creates real change. By sponsoring or partnering with this advocacy tour, your organization will help amplify the message and reach communities across the country.

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Invite Me to Speak in Your City or Municipality

Bring this advocacy closer to your community! I’ll share insights, stories, and actionable strategies that motivate and empower audiences to take part in meaningful change. Let’s make your event unforgettable.

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Mission #1642 is a journey in motion. Stay updated on workshops, Student Nomad Club launches, and new opportunities for Filipino youth.