Rooted in ikigai—purpose and balance—Gyukatsu Boracay is strengthening mental health support for its kitchen and floor staff while collaborating with community partners to help break stigma and make care more accessible across White Beach.
Malay, Aklan, Philippines—Gyukatsu Boracay proudly joined the March for Mental Health organized by Malay-Boracay Lifeline White Beach on March 29, 2026, walking the shoreline route from Kasbar to Epic alongside local businesses, residents, and advocates. The initiative spotlighted the importance of open conversation, practical support, and community solidarity around mental well-being in Malay.
The restaurant emphasized its “Team Wellness” commitment—placing the mental health of its kitchen and floor staff at the heart of operations. “Beyond the kitchen, we care for our people. Our team joined the march to show that a healthy workplace starts with mental well-being,” said Claudie Gica, General Manager of Gyukatsu Boracay. The team underscored its focus on respectful scheduling, supportive leadership, and access to resources and referrals that help staff thrive at work and at home.
Equally central was the spirit of island solidarity. “Boracay is more than a destination; it’s a community. Gyukatsu Boracay is proud to walk alongside our neighbors in Malay to break the stigma,” Gica added. By aligning with Malay-Boracay Lifeline White Beach and supporting the LGU’s health agenda, the restaurant affirmed that hospitality and care extend beyond its dining room.
Grounded in the brand’s Japanese roots, Gyukatsu Boracay connected the march to ikigai—the pursuit of balance, purpose, and joy. The restaurant’s craft is guided by precision and heart, reminding the team that excellence in service begins with a culture of empathy, psychological safety, and mutual respect. Through this lens, mental well-being is not an initiative; it is a daily practice.
Building on the momentum of the march, Gyukatsu Boracay is engaging community partners for practical next steps—such as employee wellness discussions, training opportunities, and information-sharing—so hospitality workers and neighbors know where to turn when they need help. The goal is simple: make conversations about mental health as approachable as conversations about good food.
Finally, the restaurant connected the day’s advocacy to the comfort and care it offers guests. “While the walk from Kasbar to Epic has ended, our dedication to fostering a supportive environment remains. We are proud to support the LGU’s vision for a healthier Malay, one step—and one meal—at a time.”
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Media Contact: Claudie Gica
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