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Councilor Hunyn C. Abu is currently serving as a City Councilor of Cotabato City, representing the lone female member of the 17th Sangguniang Panlungsod.  Before entering politics, she served five years in a non-governmental organization dedicated to empowering youth and children across Mindanao. Her commitment to service continued as a Political Affairs Officer for the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) for three years, where she honed her leadership and policy-making skills.

About KONSI HUNYN

Education and Public Service Career

Councilor Abu’s journey into public service began with her advocacy for children’s rights and community development. She earned her Master’s in Public Administration from Cotabato State University (CSU), which further fueled her drive to serve the people of Cotabato City.

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Before entering local government, she worked with a Mindanao-based NGO for five years, empowering the youth and vulnerable communities. She then served as a Political Affairs Officer in the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) for three years, contributing to legislative processes during the critical transition period.

Family

Councilor Abu is the daughter of the late Ghazali Jaafar, a revered Moro leader and peace advocate. She is part of a family deeply rooted in public service, with her siblings actively serving the Bangsamoro region: Mujib Abu, a member of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA), and Johari Abu, the current Vice Mayor of Cotabato City. Growing up in a family dedicated to the pursuit of peace and progress, Hunyn was inspired to continue this legacy of service to the Bangsamoro.

City Council Leadership

In 2022, Councilor Abu was elected as the sole female member of the 17th Sangguniang Panlungsod in Cotabato City, where she chairs several key committees:

  1. Finance and Appropriation

  2. Education

  3. Social Welfare and Development

  4. Appointments

  5. Women, Family, and Children

Her leadership highlights her commitment to fiscal responsibility, education reform, social welfare, and the empowerment of women and families in Cotabato City.

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Leadership Beyond the City Council

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President
Philippine Councilors' League (PCL) Cotabato City Chapter

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Board Director  
National Movement of Young Leaders

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Vice Chair
Philippine Councilors' League (PCL) BARMM Chapter

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Board Director  
Lady Local Legislators League BARMM Chapter

Notable Achievements and Legislative Milestones

01.

Increased salary for Alternative Learning System Teachers

02.

Scholarship Ordinance for Equal Opportunities

03.

Autism Council Ordinance

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04.

Solo Parents Financial Support

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05.

Women’s Livelihood and Financial Assistance Programs

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