Philippine PEN is a national center of the international organization PEN International, which promotes literature and defends freedom of expression. Founded in 1958, it brings together writers, poets, and playwrights to advocate for the rights of authors and to support literary endeavors in the Philippines. The organization focuses on various activities, including literary events, workshops, and campaigns against censorship. Philippine PEN also provides a platform for Filipino writers to share their work and engage in discussions about important social issues, fostering a vibrant literary community in the country.