Who We Are
A purpose-driven ecosystem built to uplift Antique through sustainable development and shared progress.
DIORA is founded on the belief that meaningful development begins with people. Our work brings together community, innovation, culture, and environmental responsibility to create long-term opportunities for Antique.
Founder’s Statement
By Jahn Denver Thomassen
"DIORA was created from a simple truth: that progress becomes meaningful only when it is shared. When I first arrived in Antique, I saw a province full of potential — hardworking communities, rich culture, untouched beauty — but also a lack of opportunities that forced many families to leave. I knew that development could be done differently.
Not from the outside looking in, but side by side with the people who call this place home.
DIORA is my commitment to build a future where communities grow with dignity, where innovation and tradition work together, and where the next generation can thrive without letting go of their roots.
This ecosystem is more than a vision — it’s a promise to uplift Antique through collaboration, compassion, and long-term purpose.
Together, we build a shared future. "
Senior Architect & Design Operations Lead
Reynalie Bendol
Shapes DIORA’s architectural vision and leads the development of the design team, ensuring all structures reflect sustainability and cultural depth.
Lead Architect & Cultural Design Strategist
Roque A. Pentason
Guides DIORA’s architectural direction through sustainable design and culturally grounded concepts that uplift community identity.
Director, DIORA Charity & Empowerment Foundation
Sheiney J. Mationg
Leads DIORA’s charity arm, focusing on community empowerment, youth development, and social impact programs grounded in Kapwa.
Co-Founder & People Operations Lead
Engle Mark Unlayao
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Builds and manages the DIORA team, leading recruitment, coordination, and organizational growth across all ecosystem layers.
Founder & Vision Lead
Jahn Denver Thomassen
Drives the DIORA ecosystem through strategic vision, partnerships, and community empowerment grounded in Kapwa and sustainable development.
Our Commitment to Antique
Our commitment is to build a future where families can thrive without leaving home. DIORA works with local partners, LGUs, universities, and community leaders to create opportunities that last — grounded in dignity, sustainability, and shared humanity.
Join us
In shaping a sustainable future for Antique.
About Us
Our Story
DIORA began with the belief that Antique has extraordinary potential that has been overlooked for too long. Families leave in search of opportunity, industries lack support, and communities need sustainable systems that last. Instead of developing one sector at a time, DIORA integrates multiple solutions — livelihood, culture, environment, youth empowerment, digital access, and economic growth — into a single, interconnected ecosystem.
Our work is grounded in partnership: listening to the community, strengthening local talent, and building a future where progress doesn’t require leaving home.
Our Mission
To uplift Antique by creating sustainable opportunities through community, innovation, culture, and environmental stewardship.
Our Vision
A thriving, self-sustaining Antique where people grow with dignity, shared prosperity, and a resilient future.
