Philadelphia City Hall Hosts Flag Raising Ceremony on PH Independence Day
Philadelphia City Hall Hosts Flag Raising Ceremony on PH Independence Day Consul General Senen T. Mangalile and Filipino Executive Council of Greater Philadelphia (FECGP) President Roman Ventura raise the Philippine flag at Philadelphia City Hall in commemoration of the 126th Anniversary of Philippine Independence Day The Philippine Consulate General in New York, led by Consul General Senen T. Mangalile, and the Filipino community of Philadelphia gathered at Philadelphia City Hall on 12 June for a flag-raising ceremony to commemorate the 126th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence. The Filipino Executive Council of Greater Philadelphia (FECGP) organized the event in collaboration with the Office of Mayor Cherelle L. Parker. It forms part of Philadelphia's Immigrant Heritage Month celebrations, which highlight the city's commitment to honoring the diverse communities contributing to its vibrant cultural landscape. (Left photo) Philadelphia City Councilmember Nina Ahmad, on behalf of the members of the Philadelphia City Council, presents a proclamation to the Filipino community in Philadelphia, represented by FECGP President Roman Ventura. (Right photo) Mr. Ventura receives a signed proclamation from the Office of Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, represented by the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs’ Director of Multicultural Affairs Ngan Tran Councilmember Nina Ahmad, on behalf…