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AF3IRM salutes women, celebrates stories of ‘struggle, survivorship, and triumphs’
On March 8th, more than any day, we, the women of AF3IRM, salute all women, their struggles, and their stories in honor of International Working Women’s Day and Women’s History Month. Together, we have achieved numerous victories and as an organization, we are striving to reach even more goals and win more campaigns. But we […]
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Politicians say U.S. is ready for an Asian president
By Cristina DC Pastor Asian American politicians said it’s just a matter of time, but when were asked which ethnicity is likely to make history by producing the first Asian president of the U.S., they mostly demurred. “The U.S. is ready for an Asian president, It’s going to happen,” said Filipino American Edward Santos, a […]
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Obama government offers federal boost to young men of color
By Elton Lugay African American and Hispanic men and boys filled the White House State Dining Room to listen to President Obama unveil his latest initiative to assist young men of color who are “willing to do the hard work to get ahead.” I thought these young boys are finally getting the boost they need […]
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John D. Solomon Fellowship, One Queens Grant: 2 opportunities open to FilAms
The John D. Solomon Fellowship for Public Service is a student fellowship devoted specifically to emergency management. The program provides nine graduate students in the New York City area with the opportunity to complete a nine-month, paid fellowship in an agency of New York City government or a nonprofit organization. Sponsored by the New York […]
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Lawyer-diplomat leaves PHL Mission to become DFA legal advisor
By Wendell Gaa Ambassador Eduardo de Vega, may have recently departed his post as Deputy Permanent Representative of the Philippine Mission to the United Nations. But he leaves behind a lasting impression on those who have worked with him. “Dedicated,” “humble,” and “fully committed” to the Philippine foreign service are but some of the words […]
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De Blasio names Maria Torres-Springer head of NYC’s Small Business Services department
Mayor Bill de Blasio appointed Maria Torres-Springer as commissioner of the Department of Small Business Services, which provides assistance for small enterprises to thrive and grow. A former executive vice president and chief of staff at the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), Maria was a key leader in teams that helped the redevelopment […]
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Loida Nicolas Lewis receives Carlos P. Romulo Award for International Achievement
Philanthropist Loida Nicolas Lewis was given the Carlos P. Romulo Award for International Achievement by the United Nations Association of the Philippines for her humanitarian work for and support of the Filipino global community. “A recipient of the Carlos P. Romulo Award for International Achievement is someone who has helped put the Philippines on the […]
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Monet’s water lily is just one of 200 artworks owned by Marcoses, but where are they?
By Cristina DC Pastor The Claude Monet water lily painting that sold for $32 million appears to be just the proverbial tip of the iceberg. There are 200 more works of art believed to belong to the family of dictator Ferdinand Marcos that remain unlocated, according to lawyer Robert Swift in a 2013 court hearing […]
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Nelson Navarro memoir to launch Jan. 16 at Philippine Center
The international launch of Nelson A. Navarro’s memoir, “The Half-Remembered Past,” will be held at the Philippine Center on Fifth Avenue on January 16th at 7 p.m. Journalist, biographer and TV talk show host Navarro is now based in Manila, but he lived in New York for 17 years as a political exile from the […]