PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

Balik Scientist Program Are you a Filipino or Filipino-descended science, technology or innovation professional based in the Northeastern United States?Are you willing to help promote scientific, agro-industrial, economic, and other development priorities in the Philippines by sharing your expertise?Be a modern hero and join the Balik Scientist Program (BSP) of the Philippine Department of Science and Technology (DOST)!For more information, please visit the following or email bsp@dost.gov.ph:BSP Brochure: https://tinyurl.com/BalikScientistProgramBrochureWebsite: bsp.dost.gov.ph

Illumination of New York Landmarks with Philippine Flag Colors, 12 June 2026 On the occasion of the 128th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence, the Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with the Office of New York State Governor Kathy Hochul, is pleased to announce that the following landmarks will be illuminated in the colors of the Philippine flag on 12 June 2026: 1. 1WTC2. Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge3. Kosciuszko Bridge4. H. Carl McCall SUNY Building5. State Education Building6. Alfred E. Smith State Office Building7. Empire State Plaza8. State Fairgrounds – Main Gate & Expo Center9. Niagara Falls10. The “Franklin D. Roosevelt” Mid-Hudson Bridge11. Grand Central Terminal - Pershing Square Viaduct12. Albany International Airport Gateway13. MTA LIRR - East End Gateway at Penn Station14. Fairport Lift Bridge over the Erie Canal15. Moynihan Train Hall16. Roosevelt Island Lighthouse Capture the moment by taking photos of these illuminated landmarks and share your pride. Tag the Philippine Consulate General in New York on social media and use the hashtags #PHinNY and #PH128 to be featured!

[Registration Closed] 28th Paaralan sa Konsulado The Philippine Consulate General in New York informs all interested participants that the registration for Paaralan sa Konsulado (PSK) 2026 is now closed.The Consulate and the Association of Fil-Am Teachers of America (AFTA) thank all parents and guardians who registered their children for this year’s program. We are excited to welcome this year's participants as they embark on a meaningful journey of learning, cultural discovery, and Filipino heritage through PSK 2026.We look forward to an enriching and memorable summer together!

Save the Date: The Tech Path Through Filipinnovation, 25 June 2026 SAVE THE DATE! Our Filipinnovation series is back on 25 June 2026.The forum, “How to Break into Technology or The Tech Path Through Filipinnovation,” aims to introduce different career paths in technology, break common myths about entering the tech industry, and help participants identify roles that match their background and take practical steps toward learning, networking, and career transition.Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Filipino tech professionals and network with like-minded individuals!Follow our social media pages for more details.

Niagara Falls Illumination, 12 June 2026 On the occasion of the 128th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence, the Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with the Niagara Falls Illumination Board, is pleased to announce that Niagara Falls will be illuminated in the colors of the Philippine flag on 12 June 2026, at approximately 10:15 PM for 15 minutes.The public may view the special illumination through the live cam link: https://www.earthcam.com/canada/niagarafalls/?cam=niagarafalls_strPlease note that all illumination times are approximate and subject to change according to light conditions. Those who wish to view the illumination in person are reminded to follow applicable public health and park guidelines.

28th Paaralan sa Konsulado The Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with the Association of Fil-Am Teachers of America (AFTA), invites Filipino and Filipino-American youth ages 4 to 15 to join the 28th Paaralan sa Konsulado (PSK), an annual flagship summer program that celebrates Filipino identity, values, and heritage.The theme for this year’s PSK is Pinag-aaaralan ang Nakaraan, Hinuhubog ang Kinabukasan(Learning Our Past, Shaping Our Future)PSK learners will be treated to four Saturdays of engaging sessions on Filipino values, history, art, songs, dances, games, traditions, and basic conversational Filipino, led by dedicated educators from AFTA.🗓 Dates: July 11, 18, 25 July and 01 August 2026 (Saturdays)🕘 Time: 9:00 AM-2:30 PM📍 Venue: Philippine Center, 556 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10036Places are limited. Register soon by scanning the QR code or visiting the link: https://tinyurl.com/yswdskbb until 26 June 2026.We look forward to welcoming new and returning participants as they explore, embrace, and celebrate what it means to be Filipino.

13th Philippine Graduation (PGrad), 30 May 2026 The Philippine Consulate General in New York cordially invites Filipino and Filipino-American graduates from institutions across the Northeastern United States to the 13th Philippine Graduation (PGrad) on 30 May 2026. This ceremony celebrates the academic achievements of those who have completed Associate, Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate degrees. Graduates are invited to register by scanning the QR code or via the link below:https://tinyurl.com/bdd5583x Further information and subsequent updates will be provided to registered participants.

Holiday Notice, May 2026

Notice of Resident Election Registration Board (RERB) Meeting, 20 April 2026 The List of Applicants subject to the RERB Hearing on 20 April may be accessed at this link: https://tinyurl.com/8p7apbsz

Holiday Notice, April 2026