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9 November 2024, Gladbeck, Germany – Representatives of the European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFiD) countries came together in a splendid Charity Ball in Gladbeck, Germany, demonstrating the network’s solidarity and commitment to social responsibility across borders and their support for ENFiD-Germany. The event brought together attendees from different parts of Germany and sponsors from other countries to support fundraising efforts for various charitable projects under ENFiD Germany.
The event was a testament to ENFiD’s mission to engage and empower the Filipino diaspora in Europe, encouraging them to contribute to the social and economic development of the Philippines. Representatives from ENFiD member countries attended, reflecting the organization’s reach and unity. Among the distinguished guests were Christian Estrada from the United Kingdom, Marison Rodriguez from the Czech Republic, Tess Badana-Ramaker from the Netherlands and Marizel Rojas from Austria. Their presence highlighted the strength of the network and the shared dedication to ENFiD’s vision of creating positive change both in the diaspora and the Philippines.
ENFiD Germany’s leadership, headed by President Evelyn Alcamen Mueschen and Vice President Jeffrey Morales and moderated by Oggie Maristela, made a remarkable effort to make the event memorable and impactful. Their dedication ensured a seamless evening of music, fellowship, and purpose, with proceeds directed toward ENFiD Germany’s charity projects.
The Charity Ball celebrated Filipino heritage, camaraderie across Europe, and a meaningful effort to aid those in need, bridging communities and building goodwill across borders. Kudos to the officers and volunteers who made this event possible, embodying ENFiD’s commitment to philanthropy and the welfare of Filipinos worldwide.
Through gatherings like these, ENFiD reaffirms its commitment to service. It empowers Filipinos across Europe to be active change agents, showing that the Filipino diaspora’s heart for service knows no boundaries.
Photos by Jeffrey Morales & Loi Maristela Tana
About the Author
As the Chairperson of the European Network of Filipino Diaspora-Austria (ENFiD-Austria) and a Board Member of ENFiD, Maria Zelda “Marizel” Rojas champions the causes of Filipino expatriates in Europe. Her passion extends to community building, as shown by her work as President of the Bikol Society Austria (BSA), Founding Member and former President of the Philippine Austrian Cultural and Educational Society (PACES), Adviser and former president of the Vienna International Centre Club Filipino (VIC CF), Auditor for the Vienna International Centre Gastronomy Club (VIC GC), member of the United Nations Women’s Guild and former Newsletter Editor, Liaison for the Philippines and Councillor in the European Police Association (EPA), Board Member of the United Nations Correspondents Association Vienna (UNCAV) and a member of the Filipina Women’s Network (FWN), which honoured her with the prestigious “Most Influential Filipina Women in the World” (Global FWN100™) award in 2019.
