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PACE: A New Vision for Cultural Exchange in Europe
Submitted by Maria Antonia Bosa Van Espen-Boonen, Belgium How a volunteer-driven organization is bringing Philippine arts and culture to the mainstream—one collaboration at a time. For Louise Baterna, preserving Philippine culture is not simply about remembering the past—it is about building bridges for the future. She believes Filipinos in Europe can share their heritage while becoming active participants in the communities they now call home. In a multicultural city li

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Ambassador Jaime Victor Ledda’s Enduring Mission of Service
“Reflections on diplomacy, partnerships and his continuing commitment to Filipinos in Europe” As he approaches the final bend of his diplomatic career, Ambassador Jaime Victor Ledda is far from thinking of retirement. His office at the Philippine-owned property in the heart of Brussels is in constant motion. His agenda is full, hopping from board meetings and official visits to community gatherings. Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of the Philippin

Louise Baterna
5 days ago8 min read


Igorot Community UK Sports Festival 2026
The Igorot Community UK had its Sports Festival 2026 recently. It was a full-circle cultural immersion experience that brought a strong and established group of Filipinos in England who preserve their Igorot heritage with remarkable determination. The event was packed with sportsfest fun and the evening program ran with the Little Mr and Ms Igorot UK Sportsfest 2026 pageant. According to Mimi Mili, one of the creators of JhermiNATION and Filipino Market Events London who at

Feds Infante Murray
Aug 201 min read


The Filipino Spring Fair: "Kantahan, Kainan, Kultura"
London - On 23 May 2026, JhermiNATION Events, Filipino Market Events London, and Filipino Thrive UK marked the third year of the Filipino Spring Fair: " Kantahan, Kainan, Kultura" which celebrates Filipino culture, community, and entrepreneurship. The fair was held at St. John's Church in Nottinghill, London. The annual event is fuelled by the curators' passion and purpose to bring communities together, support local Filipino businesses, celebrate culture, and promote Filip

Feds Infante Murray
Aug 152 min read
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A Royal Audience in the Arctic
Meet the 9-year-old Filipina who sang for Norway’s king, queen and crown prince Fiona Lucille Carubanga sings “Complicated” by Avril Lavigne at the Svalbard Treaty Jubilee August 14, 2025. (Photo by Jennifer Fergesen) On a cool day in August, Crown Prince Haakon of Norway took a seat in the central square of Longyearbyen, Svalbard, to be treated to performances by the best talent the world’s northernmost town could muster. One of these local lights was a 9-year-old girl named

Jennifer Fergesen
Oct 14, 20254 min read


Common Ground Kolektiv
A creative movement for connection and culture by Grace O. Emmelot, Oslo, Norway In a world where stories shape identity and creativity fuels connection, Common Ground Kolektiv (CGK) emerges as a vibrant initiative led by Filipino artists and creatives in the diaspora. This collective is more than a group—it’s a movement that transforms ideas into powerful expressions of cultural preservation and collective empowerment. At its core, CGK is a space where diverse voices converg

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Oct 13, 20253 min read


Mervic Vicky Monocillo: Nurse, Performer, Mother, Dreamer, Achiever
From healing hands to standing ovations When you meet Mervic Vicky Monocillo, you are immediately struck by her gentle warmth—the kind of calm presence that could only be honed by years of nursing. But as she begins to talk about her other love with music—her eyes light up, and it becomes abundantly clear: this London-based Filipina is just as much at home onstage as she is on the hospital floor or community nursing. Born and raised in the scenic coastal town of Miagao, Iloil

Myla Arceno
Oct 13, 20253 min read


Unity in Diversity
Empowering the Filipino diaspora through dialogue and celebration by Aieshah Balmori, Halden, Norway The European Network of Filipino...

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Oct 8, 20254 min read


FEDERFIL Italy-Europe: ‘One Voice, One Action’
The Federation of Filipino Communities and Associations in Italy – Europe by Ariel Lachica, Rome, Italy FEDERFIL is a federation of...

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Oct 8, 20252 min read


Ariel Lachica: A life of service, sacrifice, and Filipino pride
Empowering OFWs, uniting communities, and honoring our roots by Denissa G. Venturanza “Some are called to serve; others are chosen. I...

Community
Oct 4, 20254 min read


‘Tara, Let’s Talk’
Ireland’s Filipino power couple, Don and Lora Kiram What if we told you that Ireland’s most influential Filipino couple juggles three...

Hilda Arenas
Oct 4, 20256 min read


The Diplomat Who Brought Home Back
How Ambassador Daniel R. Espiritu’s 35-year journey from Cold War battlegrounds to Dublin's Georgian streets rewrote the rules of modern...

Hilda Arenas
Oct 3, 20258 min read


Life After 85
Lydia Deveras enjoys nature and socializing in Stockholm, Sweden Euro-Pinoy seniors are increasing in number in Europe. We would like to...

Rachel Hansen
Jun 7, 20252 min read
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