Consulate General in New York and NaFFAA NY Build Capacity of Filcom Orgs through Nonprofit Workshop

Consulate General in New York and NaFFAA NY Build Capacity of Filcom Orgs through Nonprofit Workshop Ambassador Mario L. De Leon, Jr. (Ret.) (left), Mr. Clifford Robin Temprosa (center), and Ms. Alyssa Trinidad (right) lead discussions during The Filipino Nonprofit Leadership Playbook workshop, sharing practical strategies on grant readiness, nonprofit governance, financial management, and social entrepreneurship to strengthen Filipino American organizations. (Photos by Nikka B. Arenal) NEW YORK, 26 April 2025 – The Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) New York Chapter, successfully hosted The Filipino Nonprofit Leadership Playbook workshop at the Philippine Center’s Kalayaan Hall. The workshop gathered around 70 participants representing Filipino organizations from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. Designed to build stronger and more sustainable Filipino community organizations, the event addressed the challenges that many Filipino-led nonprofits face in accessing public funding and strengthening their organizational structures. Participants from Filipino organizations across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Massachusetts actively engage during the open forum, raising questions and sharing experiences during The Filipino Nonprofit Leadership Playbook workshop. (Photos by Nikka B. Arenal) In her welcome remarks delivered on behalf of Consul General…

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PH and Spanish Consuls General in New York reaffirm Bilateral Ties & Shared Heritage

PH and Spanish Consuls General In New York Reaffirm Bilateral Ties & Shared Heritage Consul General Senen T. Mangalile welcomes Spanish Consul General Marta de Blas Mayordomo during her courtesy call at the Philippine Center in New York on 25 April 2025.  (Photos by Marianne Olfindo) NEW YORK, 25 April 2025 – Consul General Senen T. Mangalile welcomed Spanish Consul General Marta de Blas Mayordomo at the Philippine Center in New York. The meeting provided an opportunity to reaffirm the strong historical and cultural ties between the Philippines and Spain. Both sides discussed possibilities for cultural collaboration and deeper community engagement in New York and the broader Northeast region. Consul General de Blas, who assumed her post in September 2024, expressed Spain’s commitment to further strengthening its relationship with the Philippines. END 

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Online Global Town Hall Meeting

The Philippine Consulate General in New York invites all Filipino registered voters to the Online Global Town Hall Meeting on 01 May 2025, 8:00 AM (EST), via Zoom platform.To be hosted by the Philippine Commission on Elections (COMELEC), this session will provide essential information on the overseas voting process, ensuring that our community is well-prepared to participate in the upcoming 2025 Philippine National Elections.Stay informed, exercise your right to vote, and make your voice count! Join the Online Global Town Hall Meeting through the following zoom details:Zoom Meeting ID: 868 8046 8540Zoom Meeting Passcode: 825550The event will also be livestreamed on COMELEC’s official Facebook and YouTube pages.#DFAForgingAhead

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Virtual Town Hall Meeting

The Philippine Consulate General in New York invites all Filipino registered voters to a Virtual Town Hall Meeting on 02 May 2025, 7:00 PM, via Zoom platform.Held in coordination with the Kalayaan 1521 Council, Inc., this session will provide essential information on the overseas voting process, ensuring that our community is well-prepared to participate in the upcoming 2025 Philippine National Elections.Stay informed, exercise your right to vote, and make your voice count!To register, scan the QR code or visit https://tinyurl.com/y6p34tsk#DFAForgingAhead

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Filipinnovation in Wealth Building celebrates PH National Innovation Day with Filipino Finance Leaders

Filipinnovation in Wealth Building celebrates PH National Innovation Day with Filipino Finance Leaders Filipino and Filipino-American professionals share their journeys and strategies for building wealth during the panel discussion of “Filipinnovation in Wealth Building.” (Photo by Nikka Arenal) NEW YORK, 24 April 2025 – In commemoration of Philippine National Innovation Day, the Philippine Consulate General in New York and the Philippine Trade and Investment Center in New York, in partnership with the International Society of Filipinos in Finance and Accounting (ISFFA) – New York Chapter, hosted a forum on “Filipinnovation in Wealth Building.” Held at the Philippine Center in New York, the event highlighted Filipino creativity, leadership, and innovation in the fields of finance and wealth management. Close to 100 attendees, mostly young Filipino and Filipino-American professionals, joined the forum. The program opened with a keynote address from Dr. Victor Calanog, Global Co-Head of Research and Strategy for Real Estate at Manulife Investment Management, who shared an overview of wealth-building strategies and macroeconomic insights relevant to young Filipino professionals navigating today’s complex financial environment. Mr. Victor Calanog delivers his keynote address during the forum on “Filipinnovation in Wealth Building.” (Photo by Nikka Arenal) Following the keynote, the event transitioned into…

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Kundiman Voice Masterclass

In celebration of Philippine National Heritage Month, the Philippine Consulate General in New York cordially invites you to a Kundiman Voice Masterclass featuring the esteemed soprano, Ms. Evelyn Mandac — the first Filipina to grace the stage of the Metropolitan Opera and a celebrated figure in the international music scene.Join us for an unforgettable evening as Ms. Mandac shares her profound artistry and vocal mastery in this special masterclass, showcasing the enduring beauty of the Filipino kundiman. She will be joined by four outstanding Filipino-American vocalists — Ramon Tenefrancia, Lauren Florek, Carlo Bunyi, and Aretha Angcao, accompanied by pianist Fides Cutiongco.The event will also feature an exclusive screening of a documentary on Ms. Mandac’s life and legacy, directed by Filipino-American filmmaker Chiara Cox.We look forward to welcoming you to an inspiring evening that honors the heart and soul of Filipino culture through the timeless magic of the Kundiman. Let us come together to celebrate and preserve our musical heritage.Event Details:📅 Thursday, May 29, 2025🕕 6:00 PM📍 Kalayaan Hall, Philippine Center, New York City🎟️ Free AdmissionTo RSVP, please scan the QR code or visit:🔗 https://tinyurl.com/EvelynMandac#DFAForgingAhead#HeritageMonth

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Town Hall Meeting and Mass Enrollment, Maine, 03 May 2025

The Philippine Consulate General in New York invites all Filipino registered voters to a Town Hall Meeting and Mass Enrollment on 03 May 2025, 10:00 AM, at the American Legion Post 20, 1 Columbus Drive, Brunswick, ME 04011.Held in coordination with the Filipino American Samahan of Maine , this session will provide essential information on the overseas voting process, ensuring that our community is well-prepared to participate in the upcoming 2025 Philippine National Elections.Stay informed, exercise your right to vote, and make your voice count!To register, scan the QR code or visit https://tinyurl.com/ycxc753mReminder: Please bring your latest Philippine passport, other valid IDs, and your smartphone or tablet for the enrollment process.#NLE2025 #OverseasVoting #DFAForgingAhead

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Consular Outreach Mission in Brunswick, Maine,03 May 2025

The Philippine Consulate General in New York is pleased to announce that it will conduct a Consular Outreach Mission in Brunswick, Maine:📅03 May 2025📍American Legion Post 20, 1 Columbus Drive, Brunswick, ME 04011Services available include pre-voting enrollment, dual citizenship, and notarization.For dual citizenship and notarization appointments, send an email to newyorkpcg.consularoutreach@dfa.gov.ph with the subject line: Consular Outreach in Brunswick, Maine: [Requested Service]Reminder: Those who wish to pre-enroll for online voting must have at least one of their Philippine-issued IDs with them.#NLE2025 #OverseasVoting #DFAForgingAhead

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Town Hall Meeting and Mass Enrollment, New Hampshire, 23 April 2025

The Philippine Consulate General in New York invites all Filipino registered voters to a Town Hall Meeting and Mass Enrollment on 23 April 2025, 6:00 PM, at Hampshire Hill Athletic Club, 50 Emerson Road, Milford, New Hampshire. Held in coordination with the Filipino-American Friendship Society of New Hampshire, this session will provide essential information on the overseas voting process, ensuring that our community is well-prepared to participate in the upcoming 2025 Philippine National Elections. Stay informed, exercise your right to vote, and make your voice count! To register, scan the QR code or visit https://tinyurl.com/536jb2cv Reminder: Please bring your latest Philippine passport, other valid IDs, and your smartphone or tablet for the enrollment process. #NLE2025 #OverseasVoting #DFAForgingAhead

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Town Hall Meeting and Mass Enrollment, Staten Island, NY 10310, 25 April 2025

The Philippine Consulate General in New York invites all Filipino registered voters to a Town Hall Meeting and Mass Enrollment on 25 April 2025, 6:30 PM, at the Sacred Heart Rectory, 981 Castleton Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310Held in coordination with the Philippine Independence Committee of Staten Island, this session will provide essential information on the overseas voting process, ensuring that our community is well-prepared to participate in the upcoming 2025 Philippine National Elections.Stay informed, exercise your right to vote, and make your voice count!To register, scan the QR code or visit https://tinyurl.com/2ztcktrjReminder: Please bring your latest Philippine passport, other valid IDs, and your smartphone or tablet for the enrollment process.#NLE2025 #OverseasVoting #DFAForgingAhead

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