Filipino Clergy Take the Court for 7th Parilympics Sportsfest in New Jersey

Filipino Clergy Take the Court for 7th Parilympics Sportsfest in New Jersey Consul General Senen T. Mangalile (holding the microphone in the left photo) addresses Filipino Catholic priests from across the United States and the Caribbean (right), honoring their service and commitment to the Filipino diaspora in their places of assignment. (Photos by Rev. Fr. Manolo Punzalan and Consul General Mangalile) NEW YORK CITY, 07 August 2025 — Over 140 Filipino Catholic priests from 31 archdioceses and dioceses across the United States and the Caribbean gathered in Jersey City from 5 to 7 August 2025 for the 7th Parilympics, a summer sports festival that celebrates faith, camaraderie, and Filipino culture through friendly competition and shared ministry.Speaking at the opening ceremony at the St. Aloysius Church gymnasium in Jersey City, Consul General Senen T. Mangalile thanked the Filipino clergy for their steadfast pastoral work and community leadership. He commended their respective ministries, saying, “By bringing the Filipino brand of malasakit and kapwa-tao into your service, you bring honor to the country of your birth.”Throughout the three-day gathering, clergy members competed in various sports, including basketball, volleyball, tennis, pickleball, chess, and traditional Filipino games such as patintero, batuhang bola, and dama. The…

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President Quezon History Day in Saranac Lake, New York Pays Tribute to His Enduring Legacy

President Quezon History Day in Saranac Lake, New York Pays Tribute to His Enduring Legacy Right photo: Consul General Senen T. Mangalile delivers his message during the commemoration of President Quezon History Day in Saranac Lake. Left photo: A display at the Trudeau Building recalls President Manuel L. Quezon’s time in Saranac Lake, where he sought treatment for tuberculosis, while continuing to lead the Philippines in exile from 1943-1944. (Photos by Alexandra Mangalile) NEW YORK CITY, 04 August 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General in New York joined Historic Saranac Lake, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing the history and architecture of the region, in commemorating the 81st death anniversary of President Manuel L. Quezon, with a ceremony held on 01 August 2025 at the Trudeau Building in Saranac Lake, New York.The commemoration was attended by President Quezon’s grandchildren, Aurora Quezon Avanceña and Manuel Quezon Avanceña, who traveled to Saranac Lake for the first time and were the first members of the family to visit Saranac Lake since their grandfather’s passing in 1944. They expressed their gratitude to Historic Saranac Lake for providing the opportunity to meet others who value President Quezon’s place in Philippine‑American history.Consul General Senen…

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Investment and Tax Briefing, 13 August 2025

Investment and Tax Briefing, 13 August 2025 Join us for the Investment and Tax Briefing & Book Launch on Tuesday, 13 August 2025, 5:30 PM–7:30 PM at the Lobby Gallery, Philippine Center in New York.Hear from Mr. Mon Abrea, Chief Tax Advisor of the Asian Consulting Group, as he shares the latest on the Philippines’ tax reforms, strategic investment opportunities, and compliance requirements.This event is co-organized by the Philippine Consulate General in New York, the Philippine Trade and Investment Center–New York, and the Asian Consulting Group as part of continuing efforts to support investors in the Philippine market.To register, scan the QR code or visit the link: https://tinyurl.com/invstmnttxbrfDon’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights and engage with fellow business leaders!

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Filipinnovation Series: The Juan Guide to Business: Filipinnovation—From Vision to Six Figures, 28 August 2025

Filipinnovation Series: The Juan Guide to Business: Filipinnovation—From Vision to Six Figures, 28 August 2025 The Philippine Consulate General in New York brings back our quarterly Filipinnovation series—this time shining a spotlight on Filipino entrepreneurs in the US Northeast to demystify the ‘six-figure businesses’ and show that it is within reach, regardless of background or connections.Join us for the “The Juan Guide to Business: Filipinnovation—From Vision to Six Figures” and discover how Filipinos are shaping industries and inspiring innovation on a global scale. Attendees will gain practical insights on identifying their expertise, positioning their offers, reaching the right customers, and building scalable systems.🔹 Keynote Speaker:Chris Mauricio, Chef and Co-owner of Harana Market, and a James Beard Award finalist💼 Panelists:1. Marty Austria, Co-Founder, UP TOP2. Carol Avila, Finance Consultant3. Edil Cuepo, Digital Strategist and Founder, Pickle Media Co4. Jozelle Diaz, Founder and CEO, Revivaluxe🎤 Moderator:Ramon Vinluan, LinkedIn Sales Director📅 Date: 28 August 2025 (Thursday)⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PMDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from these top entrepreneurs and network with like-minded individuals!🔗 To register, scan the QR code or visit https://tinyurl.com/visiontosixfigures

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Sinehan sa Konsulado Day 2, 20 August 2025

Sinehan sa Konsulado Day 2, 20 August 2025 In celebration of Buwan ng Wika, the Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), cordially invites you to a special screening of three acclaimed Filipino films—Winged Dreams to the Blue Heavens (2020), Salog Ning Diklom (Black River, 2020), and Azucar (2019) on Day 2 of Sinehan sa Konsulado.This special film screening aims to highlight the rich diversity of Filipino languages and cultural identity through the powerful medium of cinema.📅 Wednesday, 20 August 2025🕒 Screening Times: 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:00 PM🏢 Kalayaan Hall, Philippine Center556 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10036🎟️ Admission is free!Seats are limited. Reserve your spot by registering here:👉 https://tinyurl.com/SinehansaKonsulado

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Sinehan sa Konsulado Day 1, 19 August 2025

Sinehan sa Konsulado Day 1, 19 August 2025 On the 80th Anniversary of the World War II and in commemoration of Philippine National Heroes Day, the Philippine Consulate General in New York is proud to present HONOR: The Legacy of Jose Abad Santos and Children of the War on Day 1 of Sinehan sa Konsulado.In HONOR: The Legacy of Jose Abad Santos, his life story is weaved together through interviews with descendants, top World War 2 Philippine historians, official documents, and excerpts from articles written by Abad Santos' son, Pepito, who was with his father through his last days. Children of the War tracks down 7 survivors of the battle, all children and teenagers in 1945. Watch them recount their harrowing experiences as they saw their beloved city burned, and witnessed their friends and family murdered by the rampaging Japanese troops in the most brutal ways. Now, eight decades later, they have come to terms with the tragedy, but sometimes find themselves still haunted by the memories, as vivid as the atrocious days of 1945. This screening is in partnership with Philippine World War II Memorial Foundation.: 19 August 2025 (Tuesday): 6:00 PM & 7:30 PM: Kalayaan Hall, Philippine Center, 556 5th…

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Fil-Am Youth Honor Filipino Roots in Vibrant Culmination of 27th Paaralan sa Konsulado

Fil-Am Youth Honor Filipino Roots in Vibrant Culmination of 27th Paaralan sa Konsulado Group 3 students showcased their balance and coordination in Sayaw sa Bangko, a traditional Filipino folk dance performed atop narrow benches. (Photo by Sherlyn Roxas) NEW YORK, 28 July 2025 – The 27th Paaralan sa Konsulado (PSK), a longstanding flagship initiative co-organized by the Philippine Consulate General in New York and the Association of Fil-Am Teachers of America, Inc. (AFTA), concluded on 27 July 2025 with festive student performances that capped four Saturdays of Philippine studies, cultural immersion, and community-building among 64 Filipino-American youth who participated in this year’s program.PSK students took the spotlight in the culminating program, presenting an engaging lineup of Filipino songs, dances, and poetry. They performed traditional folk dances such as Pasigin, Gaway-Gaway, Sayaw sa Bangko, and Binanog; musical numbers including Bawat Bata, Mamang Sorbetero, and Tiririt ng Maya; and a sabayang pagbigkas (choral recitation). Selected parents also participated in the program with a performance of the Sinulog dance. Group 2 students (left photo) present a choral recitation on Filipino identity, while Group 1 students (right photo) charm the audience with an adorable rendition of Tiririt ng Maya. (Photos by Sherlyn Roxas) In…

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PH Economic Officials Undertake Learning Visit to U.S. Innovation Hubs to Advance National Innovation Agenda

PH Economic Officials Undertake Learning Visit to U.S. Innovation Hubs to Advance National Innovation Agenda From left: Consul Anna Marie Mae R. Guerra; Chief Economic Development Specialist James Russel B. De Vera; Innovation Staff Director Diane Gail L. Maharjan; DEPDev Undersecretary Rosemarie G. Edillon; NYU Interim Dean of Arts and Science Dr. Michael Purugganan; Minister Jesus Enrique G. Garcia of the Philippine Mission to the United Nations; DEPDev Director Reverie Pure G. Sapaen; and DEPDev Director Girlie Grace J. Casimiro-Igtiben. (Photo by Sherlyn Roxas) NEW YORK, 28 July 2025 – The Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev), with support from the Philippine Consulate General in New York, conducted a learning visit to New York and Pennsylvania from 23 to 24 July 2025 to advance the implementation of the National Innovation Agenda and Strategy Document (NIASD) 2023-2032, the country’s 10-year strategic framework for improving innovation governance and fostering a dynamic innovation ecosystem in the Philippines.Developed by DEPDev as Secretariat of the National Innovation Council, the NIASD outlines strategic reforms to broaden access to innovation through improvements in policy, infrastructure, financing, programs, and governance. The visit aimed to gather best practices from U.S. institutions in support of these priorities.The DEPDev delegation,…

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Philippine Delegates Participate in Harvard’s Global AI Leadership Program

Philippine Delegates Participate in Harvard's Global AI Leadership Program The Philippine delegates to Harvard Kennedy School’s Global AI Leadership Program. NEW YORK CITY, 22 July 2025 — A diverse group of professionals from the Philippines took part in the Harvard Kennedy School’s “Leading in Artificial Intelligence” (LAI) executive program, held from 13 to 18 July 2025. The program convened over 80 participants from across the world to explore the opportunities and challenges of generative AI in public policy, governance, and society. The Philippine delegation included government representatives, civic leaders, and scholars engaged in digital governance and public communication.  Among the participants were: Nino Raymond Alvina, currently involved in digital transformation initiatives at the Department of Finance; Cherry Mae Gonzales, leading reforms in strategic communications and behavioral public policy; Angelica Sarmiento, Chief Information Officer of the DOF, focusing on technology modernization and cybersecurity; Bernadette Romulo Puyat and Mamerto Tangonan, both representing the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas in areas including financial inclusion and payments systems; Jose Querubin, member of the Monetary Board, bringing extensive experience in finance and governance; and Caroline Jhoy Nacional, Philippine Army Officer and founder of Women's Alliance for Security and Peace (WASP) Asia, a non-profit focused on digital…

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[Save the Date] “The Juan Guide to Business: Filipinnovation—From Vision to Six Figures,” 28 August 2025

[Save the Date] “The Juan Guide to Business: Filipinnovation—From Vision to Six Figures," 28 August 2025 SAVE THE DATE! Our quarterly Filippinovation series is back on 28 August 2025 at 5:30PM.This forum, “The Juan Guide to Business: Filipinnovation—From Vision to Six Figures,” brings together Filipino entrepreneurs in the US Northeast to demystify the ‘six-figure businesses’ and show that it is within reach, regardless of background or connections.Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from these top entrepreneurs and network with like-minded individuals!Stay tuned for more details.

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