PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

Consular Outreach Mission in Essex Junction, Vermont, 28-29 December 2024 The Philippine Consulate General in New York is pleased to announce its Year-End Consular Outreach Mission in Essex Junction, Vermont!📅 28-29 December 2024⏰ 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM📍 Holy Family Parish Hall, 30 Lincoln St., Essex Junction, VermontAvailable consular services are:Passport Dual Citizenship NotarizationVisit https://tinyurl.com/pcgotrch or scan the QR code on the card to secure your slot.For inquiries, please email newyorkpcg.consularoutreach@dfa.gov.ph with the subject: Consular Outreach in Vermont.

Consulate Saturday, 14 December 2024 📣 Consulate Saturday, 14 December 2024, 10:00 AM-3:00 PMThe Philippine Consulate General in New York will be open to the public on 14 December 2024, for our final Consulate Saturday of the year.Services available include:Passport ServicesNotarizationDual Citizenship Please secure an appointment by visiting newyorkpcg.org/pcgny/links/ or scanning the QR code. 

Statement on Unauthorized Political Activities at the Philippine Consulate General in New York The Philippine Consulate General in New York has come across social media posts on 3 December 2024 falsely advertising a fundraising event to be held during the Simbang Gabi sa Konsulado, scheduled for 5-13 December 2024. These posts claim that the event aims to raise funds for the political campaign of a New York-based candidate. The Consulate categorically denies any association with such an event and emphasizes that no such activity has been approved by its leadership nor will it be allowed to take place within the Consulate’s premises.As a foreign mission, the Consulate is bound by international law, including the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations (VCDR) and the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations (VCCR), to maintain strict neutrality and refrain from interference in the internal affairs of the host state. Any attempt to utilize the Philippine Consulate General in New York, located at the Philippine Center in New York, 556 5th Ave., New York, NY 10036, for campaigns or solicitation activities by candidates running for public office constitute a blatant violation of these principles.The Consulate also condemns the spread of misleading information and the use of…

Holiday Notice, December 2024

Filipino Yakan Weaver to Showcase Indigenous Art in New York & Philadelphia The Philippine Consulate General in New York, with support from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts and the Office of Senator Loren B. Legarda, is proud to announce two special events featuring fourth-generation Yakan weaver Evelinda Otong-Hamja, who will share the rich cultural heritage of Yakan weaving through demonstrations, talks, and a hands-on workshop in December 2024. Known for their intricate geometric patterns and vibrant colors, Yakan textiles are handwoven from fibers like piña (pineapple) and abaca (Manila hemp). These events are part of the Consulate’s Philippine Fiber, Fabric, and Textile Promotion Program, aimed at raising global awareness and appreciation for the artistry and cultural significance of Philippine textiles. New York City: December 6, 2024 | Fridman Gallery In collaboration with Weaving Hand and the Fridman Gallery, Ms. Otong-Hamja will bring her craft to New York City. This event will include a cultural talk and weaving demonstration to be followed by an interactive workshop to be facilitated by Ms. Cynthia Alberto of Weaving Hand where participants can try their hand at weaving. Registration for the cultural talk and demonstration and weaving workshop is available through the…

Book Discussion and Signing with Bong Serrano, 18 December 2024 In celebration of the Month of Overseas Filipinos in December, the Philippine Consulate General in New York invites you to a Book Discussion and Signing with Filipino-Canadian author Bong Serrano for his memoir, "Batangas: My Sky and Earth—An Intimate Recollection and Reflection of My Childhood in the Philippines." Join us on Wednesday, 18 December 2024, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Lobby Gallery of the Philippine Center in New York. Reconnect with your Filipino roots through this nostalgic journey back to the 1970s and 1980s Philippines, where Bong brings to life the warmth of Filipino family, faith, and traditions. A portion of the book sales will be donated to the Philippine Red Cross to support recovery efforts in Batangas and other areas affected by Typhoon Kristine. To RSVP, please visit the link https://bit.ly/3YUVgAF or scan the QR code below. Note: To secure a signed copy, please pre-order the book at https://bit.ly/BookSigningNYC. Books will not be available for purchase at the venue.

[RSVP Form] 36th Simbang Gabi sa Konsulado, 05-13 December 2024 The Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with Filipino Community Organizations in the U.S. Northeast, invites everyone to join us for the 36th Simbang Gabi sa Konsulado. This beloved Filipino Christmas tradition, themed “Liwanag at Pag-asa: Pasko ng Bagong Pilipinas,” will be held from 05-13 December 2024, at the Kalayaan Hall of the Philippine Center in New York. Weeknight Masses start at 6:00 PM, and weekend Masses at 3:00 PM. Seats are limited. Please RSVP by visiting tinyurl.com/2024SimbangGabi or by scanning the QR code. As we welcome the Christmas season, let’s come together to celebrate our shared faith and cherished traditions, embracing the joy and warmth of this special time.

2025 IMPACT! Program for Filipino Americans The Philippine Consulate General in New York is pleased to announce that the US-Asia Institute (USAI) has opened applications for the 2025 IMPACT! Program for Filipino Americans.The program, which will run from 02 June to 01 August 2025, is a nine-week professional development initiative created by the USAI in coordination with the Philippine Embassy in Washington D.C. It offers a unique opportunity for young Filipino-American adults to gain firsthand experience with the US government and political system in Washington, D.C., engage civically, and reflect on their potential role as future leaders in strengthening US-Philippines relations.The program is open to all US or dual US/Philippine citizens of Filipino descent, aged 18 to 25, who are either full-time undergraduate or graduate students in good academic standing or recent graduates with an undergraduate degree.Selected participants will receive the “Filipino American Youth Political Leadership Award,” in the amount of a USD 2,000 stipend. Participants will be responsible for all other expenses, including travel, housing (inexpensive housing options are available through the USAI), food, and additional costs. After acceptance into the program, participants must also provide proof of health insurance and sign a liability waiver.For additional information, please visit…

Sinehan sa Harvard, 07 December 2024 This December, we’re bringing Sinehan sa Konsulado (Cinema at the Consulate) to Harvard University! Join us for a special one-time screening of GomBurZa, presented by the Philippine Consulate General in New York in partnership with the Film Development Council of the Philippines, Harvard Square Philippine American Alliance, Harvard University Asia Center, and Harvard Philippine Forum. In honor of Rizal Month, this acclaimed film recounts the story of Fathers Gomez, Burgos, and Zamora, whose martyrdom in 1872 ignited a movement for Philippine independence and inspired Dr. Jose Rizal. GomBurZa was an official entry in the 49th Metro Manila Film Festival, where it won the second-best picture award.📅 Date: December 7, 2024 (Saturday)🕒 Time: 1:00 PM📍 Venue: Harvard University, SOCH Cinema, 59 Shepard Street, Cambridge, MAAdmission is free. The film includes English subtitles. Reserve your seat: tinyurl.com/SinehansaHarvard.

Book Launch of Enriqueta de Peralta – A Woman Ahead of Her Time Join us for the launch of “Enriqueta de Peralta – A Woman Ahead of Her Time,” a book celebrating the life and legacy of an Ilokana poet, social worker, and an advocate of women’s rights and issues. Discover her contributions, courage, and pioneering spirit that continue to inspire today. 🗓 13 November 2024 (Wednesday) 🕕 6:00 PM 📍 Lobby Gallery, Philippine Center, 556 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10036 To register, please message Ms. Patricia Quiason (631-974-5990) and Ms. Teresita Peralta (201-618-2629).