Christmas In August: Parol Shines at the Philadelphia Lantern Festival

PRESS RELEASE 14 August 2023 Christmas in August: Parol Shines at the Philadelphia Lantern Festival Add Your Heading Text Here The Philippine Consulate General in New York showcased the Philippine parol at the 2023 Philadelphia Lantern Festival at Franklin Square, Philadelphia on 10 August 2023. The festival was hosted by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. and in partnership with the Philadelphia Mayor’s Commission on Asian Pacific and American Affairs.During the opening ceremony, Consul Ricarte Abejuela III welcomed the audience to the event in the pavilion of the Franklin Square Park. In his remarks, he thanked the Historic Philadelphia Inc., the Philippine Department of Tourism New York (PDOTNY), and Mutya Filipino Dance Company. Consul General Mangalile presented tokens of appreciation to Historic Philadelphia, Inc. and Mutya Filipino Dance Company.The Philippine Department of Tourism Office in New York shared with participants the latest tourism destinations in the country. Colorful lamps using indigenous materials, courtesy of Eangee and Ilovepinas shop were also featured at the pavilion. END Consul Ricarte Abejuela III welcomed the audience to Philippine Presentation during the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival (Philippine Consulate General Photo by Ruth Galiza) Consul General Senen Mangalile with the organizers of Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival. (Philippine Consulate General…

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Sentro Rizal New York Brings Mars Ravelo’s Works to the U.S. East Coast

PRESS RELEASE 09 August 2023 Sentro Rizal New York Brings Mars Ravelo's works to the U.S. East Coast In celebration of “Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa” (National Language Month) the Philippine Consulate General in New York and Sentro Rizal New York bring Filipino Pop Culture to the public through a mobile exhibit presenting the iconic works of a prolific writer, artist, and illustrator - who is often referred to as the "King of Philippine Komiks” - Mars Ravelo.This is the first time that a collection of Mars Ravelo’s works is being featured abroad.Launched at Bergenfield Public Library on Wednesday, 09 August 2023, the exhibit is entitled, “Pagdama sa Diwang Pilipino sa Pamamagitan ng Wikang Filipino sa Komiks” (Sensing Filipino Consciousness through Filipino Language in Comics). Mars Ravelo’s earlier works such as “Rita,” “Benus at Beha,” “Boboy” and “Ric Benson,” and his later works such as “Captain Barbel,” "Darna,” “Dyesebel,” and "Lastikman” are all part of the exhibit.“The exhibit aims to inspire more Filipino-American youth to learn and appreciate speaking, reading, and writing in Filipino, through the captivating artistry and dynamic dialogues of Mars Ravelo's works,” said Consul General Senen T. Mangalile.  “Through the power of the visual narrative and the timeless…

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New York PCG Conducts Consular Outreach Activity In Albany, New York

PRESS RELEASE 07 August 2023 New York PCG Conducts Consular Outreach Activity In Albany, New York The Consulate General of the Philippines continues with its Consular Outreach season for 2023 by travelling to Albany, New York for its Consular Outreach service which was held from 05-06 August which benefitted nearly 150 kababayan. The consular outreach mission was a co-sponsored by the Kalayaan 1521 Council Inc. and the Alpha Phi Omega Alumni Association of Greater New York. The consular mission provided passport renewal, dual citizenship, and notarial services for members of the Filipino community in the Capital Region of New York State as well as surrounding areas. A total of 139 services were extended during the mission in Albany. Mr. Sol Kapunan of Kalayaan 1521 Council Inc, commended the Consulate Team for a job well done. “On behalf of the Filipino Community in Albany and the Greater Capital Region, we continue to support you all, our heroes from the Consulate. Your dedication, hard work and sacrifices never go unnoticed. Sana po huwag kayong magsawa sa amin.” Mr. Kapunan said. The community and the organizers all look forward to a repeat visit next year. Also joining the consular outreach in Albany were…

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Philippine Consulate General New York Successfully Concludes 25th Paaralan Sa Konsulado

Press Release 01 August 2023 Philippine Consulate General New York Successfully Concludes 25th Paaralan Sa Konsulado The Philippine Consulate General in New York (PCGNY) successfully concluded the 25th annual “Paaralan sa Konsulado” (PSK) on 29 July 2023 at the Philippine Center, New York.Paaralan sa Konsulado is a joint project of PCGNY and the Association of Fil-Am Teachers of America (AFTA) Inc. that was started in 1998, intended as a summer workshop where Filipino American children, ages 6 to 15, get to learn about Filipino culture and heritage. For four consecutive Saturdays, children were taught conversational Filipino language, history, Filipino Values, Philippine dances, songs, art, and games.The children who took part in the current workshop presented colorful songs and dances learned during the duration of the PSK. Present at the culminating activity were the parents, past and present AFTA volunteer teachers, AFTA volunteer students, PSK alumni, and Consulate officials.  END Deputy Consul General Adrian S. Cruz in his closing remarks thanked the Association of Fil-Am Teachers of America Inc. for their enduring partnership with the Philippine Consulate in promoting Filipino culture, language and the arts through the Paaralan sa Konsulado. (Philippine Consulate General Photo by Jose Magaso) Students of the Paaralan…

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Philippine Consulate General – New York and US Department of Labor Conduct Labor Rights Seminar in Pennsylvania

Press Release 17 July 2023 Philippine Consulate General-New York and US Department of Labor Conduct Labor Rights Seminars in Pennsylvania New York, 17 July 2023 – The Philippine Consulate General in New York, in collaboration with the US Department of Labor - Wage and Hours Division (DOL-WHD), conducted two labor rights seminars in the State of Pennsylvania. The seminars were held as side events to the consular outreach missions in Elkins Park, PA on 15 July 2023, and in Lancaster, PA on 16 July 2023. The DOL-WHD sent a representative to each of the locations, who conducted a briefing on labor laws and labor market information to Filipinos who were availing of Post’s consular services.During the Consular Outreach in Elkins Park, DOL-WHD Public Affairs Liaison and Community Outreach Resource and Planning Specialist Elizabeth Zimmer-Mull gave a presentation in the morning and another in the afternoon with a total of 48 participants attending, while DOL-WHD  Harrisburg Field Office Wage and Hour Investigator Rocio Torres-Solano conducted the seminar in Lancaster, PA, with 31 participants attending. END   DOL-WHD Harrisburg Field Office Wage and Hour Investigator Ms. Rocio Torres-Solano conducts a brief seminar on labor rights in Lancaster, PA, assisted by officers from…

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Philippine Consulate General New York Congratulates Filipinos for Winning Gold and Bronze in Match Olympiad

Press Release 17 July 2023 Philippine Consulate General New York Congratulates Filipinos for Winning Gold and Bronze in Math Olympiad New York. The Philippine Consulate General in New York extends its warmest congratulations to Francis Deinmel Legaspi and Luciano Armand Copok for winning the gold and bronze medal awards, respectively, at the finals of the 4th Copernicus Olympiad Mathematics Global Round held at Columbia University in New York on 13 July 2023.Francis, who is ten-years old, and Armand, who is fourteen years old competed alongside a hundred bright young minds from 22 countries in the global math competition held from July 9-13.  Both students travelled from the Philippines for the competition.The two winners were invited to speak at the Paaralan sa Konsulado (PSK), an annual activity hosted by the Philippine Consulate General in New York and the Association of Fil-Am Teachers in America (AFTA). PSK is a fun engagement event where children get to interact with one another and learn about their Filipino heritage. At the PSK, both Francis and Armand met dozens of young Filipino American students where they shared their experiences and excitement in participating in the Olympiad. Both Francis and Armand were accompanied by their families.The Copernicus…

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Philippine Consulate General in New York Introduces E-Payment Services to Enhance Consular Experience

Press Release 03 July 2023 Philippine Consulate General in New York Introduces E-Payment Services to Enhance Consular Experience New York, 03 July 2023 – Consul General Senen Mangalile signed the Contract for the Electronic Collection of Payment Services with NMD Group Corp on 03 July 2023, to launch the Consulate’s new e-payment services, aimed at providing enhanced convenience and efficiency to the Filipino community seeking consular services. NMD Group Corp, a leading electronic payment services provider, was represented by its Chief Technology Officer, Mr. Norbell Domingo during the signing ceremony held at the Kalayaan Hall Annex of the Philippine Center.Starting from August 01, clients will have the option to make payments for consular services using credit and debit cards. This transition from cash-only transactions to electronic payments aligns with the modern financial landscape, making the payment process more convenient and secure for all individuals availing of consular services.In addition to card payments, the Consulate is launching an online payment portal, providing clients with the flexibility to make payments from the comfort of their own homes. This user-friendly platform eliminates the need for face-to-face transactions, especially for civil registry services, videoconference hearings, and remote notarization.To address the issue of appointment slot…

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