Fil-Am High School Leadership Workshop Held at Harvard University

Consul Arman R. Talbo (2nd row, center) together with the participants, organizers, and volunteers during the workshop.  (New York PCG photo)

NEW YORK 08 May 2019 – Thirty two young Filipino-American students from all over the New England states attend the Filipino-American High School Leadership Workshop held at the Sever Hall of Harvard University on 20 April 2019.

The one-day leadership conference featured panels, workshops, and activities where the participating high school students interfaced with young Filipino-American professionals and college students  as they discussed their Filipino roots, culture, and traditions and how these impact their student life and future careers.

The event was organized and presented by the Philippine American Mainstream Advocacy for Nonpartisan Associations, Inc. (PAMANA), in partnership with the Philippine Consulate General in New York, and the Filipino Young Leaders Program (FYLPRO).

FYLPRO alumna Atty. Jennifer Coliflores Rosenthal and Philjay Somera Solar co-chaired the planning and preparations for the event, which is a first of its kind in the area.  They said that the workshop is part of their giving-back project for the community which they hope would empower the Filipino youth and allow their Filipino identity to shine as they pursue their studies.

In his remarks, Consul Arman R. Talbo shared the recent developments and positive news from the Philippines and discussed the services and projects of the Consulate General which benefit the Filipino youth and their families.   He likewise encouraged the young students to pursue their degrees in college and fulfill their destiny as the hope and future of the country.

Emmy-nominated anchor for MBC10 Boston Joy Lim Nakrin was the keynote speaker, where she shared her inspiring experiences as well as the challenges she faced as Filipino-American lawyer and media practitioner.  She said that at their age, it is normal for high school students to not fully know what career to pursue but they should take into consideration their passion when deciding and preparing themselves for the future. END

The participants present their ideal Philippine Cultural Center design which they designed as part of a workshop activity. (PAMANA photo)

Ms. Joy Lim Nakrin shares her inspiring experiences a Filipino-American media practitioner in Boston. (PAMANA photo)

(Left to right) Consul Arman R. Talbo wih panelists Czara Venegas, Ellie Tiglao, Dr. Renzo Guinto, Alyanna Tenorio, and Michael Bea, a FYLPRO alumnus. The panel discussed the topic, “What is your Filipino Story”. (Pamana photo)

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