Carla Abellana Instagram – #CarlaAbellana is a longtime advocate for animal welfare, and finding the strength to stand up for what’s right comes naturally to her. She also uses her platform to educate others, bringing light to important issues. “I’m very outspoken when it comes to using my name and influence [in spreading awareness], most especially because this involves animals and they don’t have a voice, so all the more that I’m determined to speak up for them,” she says. This #InternationalWomensDay, we recognize eight women who empower Filipinas to be the best versions of themselves through their respective advocacies. Meet the #CosmoWomenOfInfluence2024 via the link in our bio. 💖 PRODUCED BY: Ira Nopuente (@iranopuente), Andie Estella (@andie_estella) CO-PRODUCED BY: Patricia Melliza (@patriciamelliza) ASSISTED BY: Cass Lazaro (@casslazaro), Cheska Santiago (@cheskasntg) PHOTOGRAPHY: Joseph Bermudez (@josephbrmudez) ART DIRECTION: Pau Moyano (@paumyn) SITTINGS EDITOR: Thea Alberto-Masakayan (@theantology) MAKEUP: Paul Unating (@onlypaulunating) HAIR STYLING: Mangat Dominic (@hairsetbydoms) WORDS: Sam Beltran (@samzbeltran) VIDEOS: Jino Del Mundo (@jinooftheworld), Jez Villapando (@jezx44), Richford Unciano SOCIAL MEDIA: Aina Lizarondo (@ainalizarondo), assisted by Keonna Atienza (@keoatienza) FURNITURE: Space Encounters (@spaceencounters) STYLING BY: Katrina Sieglinde ( @styledbyiamsieglinde )