Category: People and Places

Vienna, Austria – The Ateneo Chamber Singers (ACS), a distinguished choral group from the Philippines, will grace the stage at Canisius Kirche on Monday, June 2, 2025, for an evening of choral and sacred music. Organized in collaboration with the Philippine-Austrian Cultural and Educational Society (PACES), the event promises an inspiring repertoire performed by a globally acclaimed ensemble. The concert will run from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Canisius Kirche, located at Lustkandlgasse 36, 1090 Vienna. Admission is free, but with limited slots available, attendees are encouraged to register…

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Vienna, Austria — In celebration of National Heritage Month, the Philippine Embassy in Vienna invites the public to a free special screening of the acclaimed Filipino film K’na the Dreamweaver. The event will occur on May 23, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Village Cinema 7, in Wien Mitte at Landstraßer Hauptstraße 1B, 1030 Wien. Written and directed by Ida Anita Del Mundo, the film explores the indigenous culture of the T’boli people of South Cotabato, Mindanao. It tells the story of K’na, a young dreamweaver whose talent…

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Vienna, Austria, 15 May 2025  – The monthly Welcoming Coffee of the United Nations Women’s Guild (UNWG), held on 14 May 2025 at the UN in Vienna, turned into a platform for youthful insight and digital empowerment, thanks to compelling presentations delivered by ENFiD-Austria under the banner of Education & Learning and Empowering Euro-Filipino Youth—two of the core E-pillars of the European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFiD). In a room filled with an international audience, the spotlight was on Sarah Jozelle Rojas, ENFiD-Austria Public Relations Officer and ENFiD Director, who…

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Athens, Greece — 29 March 2025 — In a landmark gathering of Filipino migrant leaders, the European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFiD) held its 11th “Diaspora to Dialogue” (D2D 11.0) Talk Series in Athens, Greece. Held at the Pinoy Fitness Dance Studio on Alistratis 3 in Ambelokipi, the event was themed “Filipinos in Greece: Strong, Resilient, United” and marked the first-ever D2D in Greece—a promising step toward establishing ENFiD-Greece. The event was spearheaded by ENFiD Vice Chairperson Jeffrey Morales (ENFiD-Germany) in close cooperation with Accredited Community Partners (ACP) and Filipino…

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Mar Balcos, a Filipino artist whose life journey has been shaped by the powerful duality of water, as a source of childhood joy and enduring trauma, emerges as a profound voice in the intersection of art, mental health, and environmental advocacy. In this candid conversation with the Austrian Press, Mar reflects on the personal experiences that inspired the creation of ‘Art Aqua,’ a project that connects the therapeutic flow of art with the essence of water, drawing deeply from the rich cultural heritage of Palawan. From using art as a…

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Vienna, Austria—3 April 2025— The European Network of Filipino Diaspora-Austria (ENFiD-Austria), represented by its chairperson, Maria Zelda Rojas, and press relations officer and ENFiD board director, Sarah Jozelle Rojas, presented a compelling narrative report on their participation in the WFWPI Advocacy Training Workshop held in New York on 8-9 March 2025. Organized by the Women’s Federation for World Peace International (WFWPI), the workshop brought together 60 +/- global leaders and advocates from 17 countries to deepen their understanding of peacebuilding, policy influence, gender equity, rights, and empowerment, and the ethical…

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The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has announced an extension for the self-enrollment period for Filipino overseas voters. Eligible voters have until noon Philippine Standard Time (PST) on May 12, 2025, to complete their registration. The previous deadline was set earlier, but COMELEC has decided to extend it to provide more time for overseas Filipinos to register and participate in the upcoming elections. This initiative aims to ensure that every qualified Filipino living abroad has the opportunity to exercise their right to vote. For those residing outside the Philippines, verifying the…

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The profound devotion of Filipinos to the Blessed Mother, credited with sustaining their faith through life’s trials, was once again evident as the Filipino community in Vienna, Austria, gathered to honor Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary of Manaoag. Organized by the Association of Pangasinenses in Austria, in partnership with the Filipino Catholic Chaplaincy and TMJA Religious Group, the celebration took place on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The devotion to Our Lady of Manaoag is observed with two feast days: one in summer on the third Wednesday after Easter…

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In a night that was a delightful blend of music, laughter, and infectious energy, Honey Vargas, the exceptionally talented Pinay singer, delivered a mesmerizing performance at her spring concert on 10 May 2025, held at Schutzhaus am Ameisbach, 1140 Vienna. This eagerly awaited event drew an enthusiastic crowd of over 100 Austrians and Filipinos, all gathered to celebrate the power of music and the artistry of a remarkable performer. Vargas not only entertained but also showcased her growing influence within the Austrian music scene, earning her the title of the…

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