PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL IN NEW YORK AND NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SIGN THE DEED OF DONATION The Philippine Consulate General in New York announces the successful signing of the Deed of Donation to New York University (NYU) for their Philippine Studies Initiative, named Sulô. The signing ceremony took place on 20 December 2023 at the NYU’s King Juan Carlos Center, marking the continued collaboration between the Philippine Government and the NYU. The Deed of Donation, signed by Consul General Senen T. Mangalile and Mr. Ryan Hiers of the NYU Office of Sponsored Programs, transfers to the NYU a substantial contribution from the Office of Senator Loren Legarda in of the Philippine Studies Initiative at NYU. This is a testament to the longstanding commitment of the Filipino government and its representatives to fostering international partnerships and advancing education. The Consul General expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, "This donation is a symbol of the strong bonds between the Philippines and the United States. We are delighted to facilitate this historic partnership between Senator Legarda's office through the Philippine Consulate General in New York, and New York University, further enhancing the cultural and academic ties between our nations." Dean Una Chaudhuri, Dean…

THE PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL IN NEW YORK KICKS OFF THE 18-DAY CAMPAIGN TO END VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN NEW YORK – The Philippine Consulate General in New York joins the observance in the Philippines of the 18 – Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women from 25 November 2022 to 10 December 2022 spearheaded by the Philippine Commission on Women. Every employee working in the Philippine Center is working tirelessly to help create safe public and private spaces. Notably the Consulate is firmly against abuse in all forms – whether it be verbal, physical, or emotional – and it will work with all like-minded institutions to help end gender-based violence once and for all.