Category: People and Places

The Filipino community in Austria embraces the Christmas season with warmth and joy, reflecting its rich culture and deep-rooted traditions. From lively gatherings filled with native delicacies to heartfelt carolling sessions, these events bring a sense of home to overseas Filipinos and unite families and friends in the spirit of Bayanihan. This year’s festivities hold special significance as they offer moments of connection and celebration after years of limited interactions due to the pandemic. Yet, amid the joy, it is essential to remember those affected by the recent typhoons in…

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Vienna’s renowned brass band, Musikverein Leopoldau, will host a much-anticipated concert on Sunday, 24 November 2024, at the Volkshochschule Floridsdorf, located at Angererstrasse 14. The performance, starting at 4:00 PM, is set to captivate fans and music enthusiasts. Having cemented its place in Vienna’s Filipino community, the Musikverein Leopoldau has been a prominent musical presence at key events, including the grand European Cultural Parade in June 2024. The band earned admiration for its stunning rendition of the Philippine National Anthem, showcasing its cultural versatility and dedication to fostering connections through…

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Prague, Czech Republic, 16 November 2024 –The European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFiD) successfully conducted its election during the Board Meeting held in Prague, Czech Republic, on 16 November 2024. The event, a hybrid format combining in-person and virtual participation, showcased ENFiD’s commitment to inclusive and collaborative governance across Europe. The newly elected Board Members for 2025–2026 are: Chairperson: Marison Rodriguez, Czech Republic Vice Chairperson: Jeffrey Morales, Germany Secretary: Ana Bel Mayo, Italy Assistant Secretary: Maribel Favor, United Kingdom Treasurer: Annie Estricomen, France Assistant Treasurer: Menchu Villegas, Italy Public Relations…

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The Filipino community in Venice, Italy, is set to host a remarkable celebration—the European Fiesta of Señor Santo Niño, from 24 April to April 27, 2025. This four-day event promises to be a spiritually enriching experience for devotees of the Holy Child Jesus, highlighting the Philippines’ rich cultural and religious heritage. As preparations unfold, the chaplaincy eagerly invites everyone to partake in this festive pilgrimage, featuring religious activities, meaningful reflections, and cultural showcases. Overview of the Event The European Fiesta of Señor Santo Niño is an opportunity for the Filipino…

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14 November 2024, Vienna, Austria – Dr. Jane Gerardo-Abaya, a Filipina Scientist based in Austria, has been honoured with the Pamana Presidential Award for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIO) for 2024. This distinguished recognition is conferred by the Philippine government through the Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) on overseas Filipino individuals who, in exemplifying the talent and industry of the Filipino, have brought the country honour and recognition through excellence and distinction in the pursuit of their work or profession. Dr. Jane Gerardo-Abaya holds a PhD in Applied Geology and Geothermal…

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On 31 October 2024, the Global Save Life Foundation (GSLF) hosted a spirited Halloween Costume Party in Vienna, Austria, to raise funds for the victims of Typhoon Kristine and children battling leukemia in the Philippines. This event represented the joy associated with Halloween and the foundation’s ongoing commitment to humanitarian efforts. Overview of GSLF and Its Mission The Global Save Life Foundation, founded by Filipinos in Austria, provides financial and medical assistance to those affected by natural calamities and individuals suffering from medical conditions in the Philippines. Since its inception,…

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Vienna, Austria – On 16 November 2024, the Timpuyog Ilocandia iti Austria, a vibrant Filipino community organization, hosted a Thanksgiving Program at the prestigious Marriott Hotel in Vienna. The event celebrated the group’s achievements and reaffirmed its commitment to fostering unity among Ilocanos in Austria while extending aid to their compatriots in the Philippines. The program opened with a heartfelt invocation led by Fr. Matthias Schlögl, Dean of all parishes in Vienna’s central district and the organization’s spiritual supporter. His words set the tone for an evening filled with gratitude…

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14 November, Vienna, Austria – Ms. Kavita Verma, Chairperson of the United Nations Women’s Guild (UNWG) Bazaar, accompanied by Alternate Bazaar Chairperson Ms. Marizel Rojas, paid a courtesy call on Mr. Ernst Nevrivy, the distinguished District Head of Vienna’s 22nd District (Donaustadt). The purpose of the visit was threefold: to express gratitude for Mr. Nevrivy’s unwavering support for UNWG’s initiatives over the years, to extend an invitation for him to be among the honoured guest speakers at the bazaar’s grand opening ceremony, and to request his assistance in promoting this…

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Vienna, Austria, 12 November 2024 – In a unanimous vote at today’s UNWG General Meeting, held at the United Nations headquarters in Vienna International Centre, members of the United Nations Women’s Guild (UNWG) elected their new Board for the upcoming year. The 2025 UNWG Board brings together a diverse group of talented and dedicated women from around the globe, committed to advancing the Guild’s mission of promoting cultural exchange, social service, and support for charitable initiatives worldwide. The newly elected UNWG Board members for 2025 are as follows: President: Nora…

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