Barangay Alu Layag-Layag is a barangay in the municipality of Parang, in the province of Sulu, which is part of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). It has a population of 4,587 as of 2020. It is one of the 40 barangays in Parang. Brgy. Alu Layag-Layag is known for its beautiful beaches that attract tourists from all over the island province. It has stunning beaches that draw tourists. It is home to Mang Sali Beach, Sionogan Beach, Tanduh Beach, and Biraddali Beach Resort, all with white sand and clear turquoise waters. Brgy. Alu Layag-Layag is home to a diverse marine life that can be explored through snorkeling or diving. The beaches are fringed with coconut trees, providing a relaxing atmosphere and shade. These hidden gems showcase the natural beauty and culture of Sulu. The community shows the Bangsamoro Government's efforts to promote a peaceful and harmonious society.

In Parang, there was a decade-long conflict between two families, which was resolved in 2023. The cause of the conflict was a land dispute that led to violence and the loss of life. The Ministry of Public Order and Safety (MPOS) and its partners intervened and arranged a dialogue and mediation between the two parties. The rido was peacefully settled at the Municipal Hall of Parang, where both parties signed an agreement and shook hands. This resolution of the conflict was a testament to the effectiveness of collaborative initiatives and the commitment of the Bangsamoro Government towards fostering a united and harmonious society.

The GK Batu Itum is located in Barangay Alu Layag-Layag, Parang, Sulu. The community has a group of women (a group of mothers) that runs a small business, a mini-grocery store, in their community. One of their primary sources of income and livelihood is the mini-grocery store, where they sell various items and products to their neighbours and nearby barangays. One of their difficulties is the lack of electricity in their area, which limits their ability to store and preserve fresh meat and poultry. It has an impact on their product quality and variety, as well as their profit margins and customer satisfaction.

To address the absence of electricity in their town, the ladies who run the mini-grocery store are requesting a solar power system capable of powering refrigerators in their business. Solar panels, batteries, inverters, and other accessories will be erected on the store's roof as part of the solar power system. The solar power system will not only allow them to keep and sell fresh meat and poultry products, but it will also minimize their dependency on fossil fuels and contribute to environmental sustainability. On top of that, the solar power system will benefit GK's Kusina Ng Kalinga+ Community Kitchen. It's a feeding program that serves nutritious meals to children in Sulu's public schools and neighbourhoods. The women of GK Batu Itum are also volunteers at the Kusina Ng Kalinga+ Community Kitchen, and they will keep part of the ingredients and food items they produce for the feeding program in the freezers.

By supporting the small livelihood program operated by a group of women in GK Batu Itum through this solar power system, you will be able to help them install an eco-friendly source of electricity to keep their products fresh. This will go a long way in ensuring that the ingredients for the community kitchen continue to serve nutritious food for the children.

All the proceeds from this fundraising campaign will be utilized to purchase the necessary materials to set up a solar power source for the community's sari-sari store. This will help the community members earn more profit and will also help the community kitchen in their feeding program.

Your generosity will change the lives of the locals in GK Batu Itum. Your kindheartedness could be life-changing for them, giving them hope and the opportunity to start a new life and be a source of hope.