PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL

Parol-Making Workshop Ushers in Filipino Holiday Season in New York Participants proudly showcase their completed parols, some of which will be displayed at the Philippine Center throughout December alongside with the PCG Officers and facilitators. (Photo by Sherlyn Roxas) NEW YORK, 24 November 2025 — The Philippine Consulate General in New York, in collaboration with The Filipino School of New York & New Jersey and Helping Stars Foundation, successfully hosted its annual Parol-Making Workshop at the Philippine Center. Over 50 Filipino families participated in the workshop to mark World Children’s Day and Filipino Values Month. Consul Juan Carlos C. Borromeo welcomes the participants to the workshop. (Photos by Sherlyn Roxas) In his remarks on behalf of Consul General Senen Mangalile, Consul Juan Carlos C. Borromeo encouraged the participants to rediscover their heritage, strengthen the bonds within their families, and look to the coming year with renewed hope.    Prior to the workshop, Ms. Venessa Manzano of The Filipino School of New York and New Jersey discussed the history and cultural significance of the parol. This was followed by a book reading of Lin Acacio-Flores and Annette Flores Garcia’s “A Child’s Treasure of Philippine Christmas Stories” by Miss New York USA 2024 Marizza…

New York PCG Celebrates National Environmental Awareness Month Through “Resilient Perspectives” Art Exhibit Guests explore Arlo Lagmay’s Resilient Perspectives exhibition, which intertwines themes of identity, perception, and the relationship between humans and nature. The exhibit, held in celebration of National Environmental Awareness Month 2025, runs until 21 November 2025 at the Philippine Center Lobby Gallery. (Photos by Sherlyn Roxas) NEW YORK CITY, 13 November 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General in New York celebrated National Environmental Awareness Month with the launch of "Resilient Perspectives”, a solo exhibition of Switzerland-based Filipino artist Arlo Jake Lagmay, at the Lobby Gallery of the Philippine Center in New York.Mr. Lagmay’s artistic approach, which masterfully intertwines themes of identity, perception, and the symbiotic relationship between humans and nature. Enriched with vibrant oriental hues and deliberate contradictions, his works reveal the inherent beauty found within chaos. The recurring motif of multiple-irised eyes in his paintings further underscores the complex layers of perception and identity that define his art. Consul General Senen T. Mangalile (left photo) and Filipino artist Arlo Jake Lagmay (right photo) delivers their remarks at the launch of “Resilient Perspectives” Art Exhibition (Photos by Sherlyn Roxas) In his remarks, Consul General Senen T. Mangalile…

PH Consulate General Brings Government Services to Filipinos in Massachusetts Consul General Senen T. Mangalile (center) leads the Philippine Consulate General in New York's Consular Outreach Mission to Attleboro, Massachusetts on 09 November 2025. Also in the picture are the Volunteers from the National Federation of Filipino American Association Massachusetts headed by Mr. Frank Celoza. (Photo by Joey Magaso) NEW YORK CITY, 12 November 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General in New York successfully conducted a Consular Outreach Mission on 09 November 2025 in Attleboro, Massachusetts, delivering 66 consular services to Filipinos and Filipino-Americans in New England and surrounding areas.Led by Consul General Senen T. Mangalile, the Consulate General’s team provided passport, notarization, dual citizenship and civil registration services. Post’s Social Security System (SSS) Office also participated, processing the applications of 17 individuals. Consul General Mangalile administers the Oath of Allegiance during a Dual Citizenship ceremony held as part of the Philippine Consulate General’s outreach mission in Attleboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Joey Magaso) Consul General Mangalile expressed his appreciation to the National Federation of Filipino American Associations in Massachusetts, led by Mr. Frank Celoza, for their invaluable support in mobilizing the community and providing logistical assistance. Kababayan in Attleboro, Massachusetts…

PH Consulate, New York City Discuss Further Cooperation in Lead-Up to 80th Anniversary of PH-US Relations Consul General Senen T. Mangalile (left) and NYC Commissioner for International Affairs Aissata M.B. Camara (right) reaffirmed their commitment to closer engagement between the Philippine Consulate and the City Government. NEW YORK CITY, 10 November 2025 — Consul General Senen T. Mangalile met today with Commissioner Aissata M. B. Camara of the New York City (NYC) Mayor’s Office for International Affairs (MOIA) to discuss avenues for strengthening collaboration between the Philippine Consulate General in New York and the City Government following the recent mayoral elections.Both officials exchanged views on potential cooperation in areas such as on law enforcement, economic development, and immigrant welfare. They also discussed ways to ensure that information on programs that can help Filipino-American entrepreneurs and workers integrate are effectively disseminated.The discussion also comes as the Philippines and the US prepare to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations in 2026, as well as the 250th anniversary of US independence in the same year. Consul General Mangalile underscored the Consulate’s readiness to work with the City Government and other US counterparts in organizing activities that highlight the enduring…

Philippine Consulate General in New York Holds Reception for Filipino Runners in the 2025 New York City Marathon Attendees of the Carbo Loading Reception pose for a group photo with Consul General Senen Mangalile on 31 October 2025 at Kalayaan Hall, Philippine Center, New York. (Photo by Joey Magaso) New York, 3 November 2025 — The Philippine Consulate General in New York hosted its sixth annual reception to honor and send off Filipino runners participating in the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon at the Kalayaan Hall of the Philippine Center on 31 October 2025. New York PCG personnel, volunteers, and staff  welcomed over 130 participants from various provinces in the Philippines, states in the US, and countries around the world. The event was organized in partnership with Pinoy Runners USA, Pinoy Runners Chicago, Pinoy Runners Global, Fil-Am Tri, JCI Philippine-NY, Knights of Rizal New York, RGI Alakdan New York, Inc., Triskelion Synergy Inc., and Chibops Bakery. Consul General Senen T. Mangalile praised the gathered Filipino runners stating, “It is a true honor and genuine joy to be here tonight, supporting our kababayan as they take on the incredible challenge of the New York Marathon. To our Filipino runners — those who…