First HALAL Healthy Corner in Luzon Launches at The District Mall Imus, Cavite

First HALAL Healthy Corner in Luzon Launches at The District Mall Imus, Cavite

        Making history as the first HALAL Healthy Corner in Luzon, the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) and Arkat Lawanen, in partnership with Ayala Malls and

        Ollocal.PH, officially launched this inclusive retail and community space at the Alagang

Ayala Land Center, 2nd Floor, The District Mall Imus on April 29, 2025.

        Held under the theme “HALAL: Empowering MSMEs and Leading an Inclusive Community and a Healthy Lifestyle,” the event marked a significant step in promoting inclusion, wellness, and cultural representation through the HALAL economy.

The launch was graced by Saleha Sacar, Director of the Bureau of Muslim Economic Affairs (NCMF); Amielyn Limbona, founder of Arkat Lawanen and former Commissioner of the Philippine Commission on Women; Larry Monzon, Imus City Administrator; Lilibeth

        Chavez, DTI Cavite OIC Provincial Director; Chris Valdez, Ollocal.ph Founder; Jhett

        Lungcay of LEDIPO and Ace Navarete of the Imus City LGU.

        HALAL Corner serves as a dedicated space for certified HALAL products and Muslim-led MSMEs, aiming to foster inclusive growth, cultural pride, and access to clean and ethical consumer options.