Category: People and Places

VIENNA—The award-winning Filipino film AZUCAR by Kurt Soberano will be screened free of charge on 11 April 2025 at 18:30 at Cinema 1, Fleischmarkt 6, 1010 Vienna. The event, sponsored by the Philippine Embassy in Austria and the Ilonggo Community in Austria, has reached full capacity, organizers confirmed. AZUCAR, which recently won recognition at an international film festival in Turkey, tells a powerful story rooted in Filipino culture and social issues. The film has been praised for its direction, cinematography, and compelling narrative. The screening aims to highlight Filipino talent…

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Filipino-Austrian musician Robin Roda, a descendant of legendary composer Johann Strauss, led a moving commemorative concert on 6 April 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at the Yamaha Music School on Schleiergassegasse 20, 1100 Vienna. The event celebrated the 200th anniversary of Strauss’s musical legacy while raising funds for the European Network of Filipino Diaspora-Austria (ENFiD-Austria). Roda, known for blending classical Viennese tradition with Filipino musical elements, performed interpretations of Strauss’s works. His performance anchored an afternoon filled with community, culture, and purpose. The concert wasn’t just a tribute to a musical…

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The Philippine Food Month is a vibrant celebration rooted in culture, flavors, and heritage. This year, the festivities take on a unique twist as the Philippine Embassy in Vienna proudly launched this culinary celebration on 4 April 2025 at GOTA Coffee Experts—recognized as Europe’s best coffee shop and the third-best in the world. This momentous occasion not only highlights the rich gastronomic heritage of the Philippines but also facilitates cultural exchange, an essential element within the coffee community. A Warm Welcome from the Ambassador Ambassador Evangelina Arroyo-Bernas warmly received an…

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Kick off Philippine Coffee Month with a special Coffee in Good Spirits night, hosted by GOTA Coffee Experts—recently named the #1 coffee shop in Europe by the World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops. Mariahilfer Str. 192, 1150 Vienna 4 April 2025, 6 PM – 9 PM Enjoy handcrafted coffee cocktails made with Philippine specialty coffee from Wide Awake Specialty Coffee and Kape de Filipina, blended with local spirits from Destileria Limtuaco. Come raise a glass to great coffee and Filipino flavors. Visit the link https://forms.gle/WRaodhtzvNwh3rnq5 or scan the QR code to register and…

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March 31, 2025 – Vienna, Austria – The Philippine Embassy in Vienna has become a vibrant hub of contemporary Filipino artistry, opening its doors to an exciting exhibition titled “Tara Let’s!” This innovative visual arts showcase features the works of talented Filipino artists and operates under the auspices of the Sige! Artists Group, the Art Cultural Exchange Society, and the Bastedor Art Project. From 31 March to 8 April 2025, the exhibition aims to highlight the diverse artistic expressions emanating from the Philippines, fostering appreciation and recognition across Europe. Celebrating…

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Linz, Austria—The Kräuterpaul Naturreformhaus at Südbahnhofmarkt is looking for friendly and committed support to join its team. The health-focused store is offering a part-time position for at least 10 hours per week, spread over two to three mornings. The role is specifically open to applicants from the Filipino community in Linz. Working hours are from 7:45 AM to 1:00 PM, with a slightly earlier finish on Saturdays at 12:30 PM. Job Responsibilities: Assisting customers with sales and service Restocking, labeling, and handling phone orders Potential for increased responsibilities and career…

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The Philippine Embassy in Vienna reported that more than 30 Filipino women in Austria enhanced their financial management skills at the Financial Empowerment Seminar for Women, which the Embassy hosted in cooperation with the Philippine Association in Niederösterreich and the City of St. Pölten. Held in St. Pölten, Lower Austria, on 22 March 2025, the event was part of the National Women’s Month celebration under the theme “Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas sa Bagong Pilipinas.” The seminar featured an insightful lecture by Ms. Angelica Vuzem-dela Rosa, an…

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The intersection of history and geography often shapes our understanding of nations and their identities. This was the focal point of a recent lecture delivered by Ambeth Ocampo, a distinguished Philippine historian, as part of his European lecture series. Held on 27 March at the prestigious University of Vienna, Ocampo’s talk, titled “The Philippines, Maps, and the Emergence of the Nation,” captivated attendees with a thoughtful exploration of how cartography influenced the perception and development of the Philippines as a nation. The Significance of Cartography in Philippine History Maps have…

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The Alliance of Filipino Health Professionals in Austria or Bund Philippinischer Gesundheitskräfte in Österreich (BPGÖ) will host its 2nd National Congress on April 12, 2025, at the Hotel Brunauer in Salzburg. The event, organized in coordination with the Arbeiterkammer Salzburg, will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.​ Under the theme “Strengthening Collaboration and Opportunities: Advancing Philippine Healthcare Force Integration, Healthcare Professional Law, Recruitment and Retention Strategies,” the congress aims to foster dialogue and develop strategies to enhance the integration and professional development of Filipino healthcare workers in Austria.​ BPGÖ…

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