NaFFAA faced serious financial problems when Greg Macabenta became National Chair in 2008, with no funds, unpaid salaries and debts. Through strategic planning and regional engagement, NaFFAA redefined itself as a coalition and addressed a wider range of issues. Despite operating without overhead due to the recession, NaFFAA advocacy continued on issues like veterans benefits and immigration reform through its regional activities. NaFFAA survived due to the dedication of its volunteer leadership.
The discussion focuses on why religion and religious leaders are key to peacebuilding, as well as the challenges of the interfaith landscape in Nigeria. Inferences will be drawn from the Northern region and other parts of the country, as well as other parts of the world where KAICIID is currently working to find lasting solutions. Furthermore, emphasis will be laid on the socioeconomic problems that are caused by these conflicts and the urgent need for Nigeria to put a stop to them.
The LDS role in disasters: Dave Fisher, LDS VOAD representativeVFemergency
Participants will learn what role The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints plays in a disaster, with examples from the Colorado Floods of 2013 and Hurrican Sandy.
Butch Meily: Keynote Speech at E-2010's Isang Diwa Gala Night on Nov. 20, 2010radiantview
Butch Meily’s Keynote Speech at Isang Diwa Gala Event on November 20, 2010 ~
PLDT-Smart Foundation
_
I. INTRODUCTION
ONE OF THE HARDEST JOBS YOU CAN GET IS BEING THE KEYNOTE SPEAKER AFTER DINNER THIS LATE AT NIGHT.
SOME OF YOU MAY RECALL THAT I HAVE SPOKEN TO YOU BEFORE – IN SEATTLE IN 2008, IN HAWAII IN 2007. I WAS AT YOUR CONVENTION IN CEBU IN 2005 WHEN MY BOSS, MANNY PANGILINAN, SPOKE. I WAS EVEN THERE TOGETHER WITH LOIDA LEWIS AT THE FOUNDING OF NAFFAA IN WASHINGTON IN 1997 WHEN SOME OF YOU CHAINED YOURSELVES TO THE WHITE HOUSE FENCE TO PROTEST FOR FILIPINO VETERANS RIGHTS, A FIGHT THAT YOU RECENTLY WON. CONGRATULATIONS!
SO I COME BEFORE YOU TONIGHT AS AN OLD FRIEND. AND IT IS AS AN OLD FRIEND THAT I ASK YOU, WHAT IS THE IMAGE OF THE PHILIPPINES IN THE U.S. TODAY?
II. POWERPOINT
III. CONCLUSION
IN THE TEN YEARS SINCE I LEFT THE U.S. TO RETURN HOME, I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE BEST AND THE WORST IN THE PHILIPPINES. THERE IS POVERTY AND THERE IS CORRUPTION. BUT THERE IS ALSO LAUGHTER, FAMILY AND HOPE. JUST YESTERDAY, I ATTENDED THE PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP CONFERENCE ON INFRASTRUCTURE IN MANILA. AND I FOUND A NEW SENSE OF OPTIMISM.
BUT IF WE ARE TO SUCCEED IN CHANGING THE IMAGE OF THE PHILIPPINES IN THE U.S., WE MUST WORK TOGETHER. IT IS ONLY BY WORKING TOGETHER THAT WE CAN BECOME A STRONG AND POWERFUL VOICE FOR FILIPINOS EVERYWHERE IN THE MOST POWERFUL COUNTRY IN THE WORLD. IN FACT, IT IS TO YOUR BENEFIT TO BE UNITED BECAUSE COMPANIES SUCH AS OURS AND EVEN OUR COMPETITOR,WHOSE NAME I WON’T MENTION, WILL SPONSOR YOUR ACTIVITIES IF YOU SPEAK WITH ONE VOICE. WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO SPONSOR YOU IF YOU ARE DIVIDED.
EVERYONE IN THIS ROOM IS BOUND TOGETHER BY A COMMON HERITAGE AND EXPERIENCE. WE LEFT THE PHILIPPINES TO COME TO THE UNITED STATES. SO THERE IS SO MUCH MORE THAT UNITES US THAN DIVIDES US. WE ARE NOT ILOCANOS OR BICOLANOS OR ZAMBOANGUENOS. WE ARE ALL FILIPINOS AND AMERICANS. WE ARE A BRIDGE BETWEEN TWO NATIONS. THAT IS OUR SHARED IDENTITY. THAT IS OUR SHARED DESTINY.
LET ME END THE SAME WAY I DID IN 2007. ONE OF MY FAVORITE QUOTES COMES FROM THE BIBLE, AND THIS IS THE SOURCE THAT I KNOW LOIDA OFTEN TURNS TO FOR QUOTES, AND IT SAYS, “MEN DO NOT LIGHT A CANDLE AND PUT IT UNDER A BUSHEL, BUT SET IT ON A CANDLESTICK SO THAT IT GIVES LIGHT TO ALL THAT ARE IN THE HOUSE.” LET OUR LIGHT, THE LIGHT THAT IS THE PHILIPPINES, SO SHINE THAT EVERYONE IN THE WORLD MAY KNOW THE COUNTRY AND ITS BEAUTY. BY OUR LIVES AND THROUGH OUR ACHIEVEMENTS, LET US AS FILIPINO-AMERICANS SHOW THE WORLD THAT THE COUNTRY OF OUR BIRTH IS TRULY A LAND OF HOPE, PEACE AND GOOD AND HAPPY PEOPLE. THANK YOU.
The document discusses efforts to engage the public and lawmakers to support separating the Great Lakes and Mississippi River systems to prevent Asian carp from invading the Great Lakes. It notes that over 20,000 postcards were delivered to Congress and the White House between 2010 and 2011. As a result, support increased for legislation like the Stop Asian Carp Act. It also outlines plans for a new coalition called Healthy Water Solutions that aims to build support within Illinois for separation by highlighting the many environmental and economic benefits beyond just preventing Asian carp.
Robert M. Jackson has over 30 years of experience leading community development projects in the US and abroad. He served as the State Director for the Corporation for National and Community Service in Minnesota for 18 years, directing AmeriCorps, VISTA, and Senior Corps programs. Prior to that, he spent 16 years with the Peace Corps, including positions as Country Director in Liberia and Deputy Country Director in Kenya. He has extensive experience managing budgets, projects, and staff. Currently, he operates a small farm in Wisconsin.
The document is the 2012 annual report of the National Council of La Raza (NCLR), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the US. It works through nearly 300 affiliated community-based organizations to serve millions of Hispanics each year. NCLR conducts research, policy analysis, and advocacy to improve opportunities for Hispanic Americans in key areas like education, employment, health, and civil rights. It provides resources and assistance to local affiliates who address priorities and issues facing Latino communities and families.
Gregg Potter has extensive experience in development work, nonprofit management, and legal advocacy. He holds a Master's in Public Service from the University of Arkansas Clinton School and a BFA from UNLV. His career has involved managing sustainability projects in Belize, assessing asylum processes in South Africa, directing a homeless shelter in Johannesburg, and conducting a legal needs assessment in Arkansas. He has also worked as a restaurant manager and Starbucks store manager.
The discussion focuses on why religion and religious leaders are key to peacebuilding, as well as the challenges of the interfaith landscape in Nigeria. Inferences will be drawn from the Northern region and other parts of the country, as well as other parts of the world where KAICIID is currently working to find lasting solutions. Furthermore, emphasis will be laid on the socioeconomic problems that are caused by these conflicts and the urgent need for Nigeria to put a stop to them.
The LDS role in disasters: Dave Fisher, LDS VOAD representativeVFemergency
Participants will learn what role The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints plays in a disaster, with examples from the Colorado Floods of 2013 and Hurrican Sandy.
Butch Meily: Keynote Speech at E-2010's Isang Diwa Gala Night on Nov. 20, 2010radiantview
Butch Meily’s Keynote Speech at Isang Diwa Gala Event on November 20, 2010 ~
PLDT-Smart Foundation
_
I. INTRODUCTION
ONE OF THE HARDEST JOBS YOU CAN GET IS BEING THE KEYNOTE SPEAKER AFTER DINNER THIS LATE AT NIGHT.
SOME OF YOU MAY RECALL THAT I HAVE SPOKEN TO YOU BEFORE – IN SEATTLE IN 2008, IN HAWAII IN 2007. I WAS AT YOUR CONVENTION IN CEBU IN 2005 WHEN MY BOSS, MANNY PANGILINAN, SPOKE. I WAS EVEN THERE TOGETHER WITH LOIDA LEWIS AT THE FOUNDING OF NAFFAA IN WASHINGTON IN 1997 WHEN SOME OF YOU CHAINED YOURSELVES TO THE WHITE HOUSE FENCE TO PROTEST FOR FILIPINO VETERANS RIGHTS, A FIGHT THAT YOU RECENTLY WON. CONGRATULATIONS!
SO I COME BEFORE YOU TONIGHT AS AN OLD FRIEND. AND IT IS AS AN OLD FRIEND THAT I ASK YOU, WHAT IS THE IMAGE OF THE PHILIPPINES IN THE U.S. TODAY?
II. POWERPOINT
III. CONCLUSION
IN THE TEN YEARS SINCE I LEFT THE U.S. TO RETURN HOME, I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE BEST AND THE WORST IN THE PHILIPPINES. THERE IS POVERTY AND THERE IS CORRUPTION. BUT THERE IS ALSO LAUGHTER, FAMILY AND HOPE. JUST YESTERDAY, I ATTENDED THE PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP CONFERENCE ON INFRASTRUCTURE IN MANILA. AND I FOUND A NEW SENSE OF OPTIMISM.
BUT IF WE ARE TO SUCCEED IN CHANGING THE IMAGE OF THE PHILIPPINES IN THE U.S., WE MUST WORK TOGETHER. IT IS ONLY BY WORKING TOGETHER THAT WE CAN BECOME A STRONG AND POWERFUL VOICE FOR FILIPINOS EVERYWHERE IN THE MOST POWERFUL COUNTRY IN THE WORLD. IN FACT, IT IS TO YOUR BENEFIT TO BE UNITED BECAUSE COMPANIES SUCH AS OURS AND EVEN OUR COMPETITOR,WHOSE NAME I WON’T MENTION, WILL SPONSOR YOUR ACTIVITIES IF YOU SPEAK WITH ONE VOICE. WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO SPONSOR YOU IF YOU ARE DIVIDED.
EVERYONE IN THIS ROOM IS BOUND TOGETHER BY A COMMON HERITAGE AND EXPERIENCE. WE LEFT THE PHILIPPINES TO COME TO THE UNITED STATES. SO THERE IS SO MUCH MORE THAT UNITES US THAN DIVIDES US. WE ARE NOT ILOCANOS OR BICOLANOS OR ZAMBOANGUENOS. WE ARE ALL FILIPINOS AND AMERICANS. WE ARE A BRIDGE BETWEEN TWO NATIONS. THAT IS OUR SHARED IDENTITY. THAT IS OUR SHARED DESTINY.
LET ME END THE SAME WAY I DID IN 2007. ONE OF MY FAVORITE QUOTES COMES FROM THE BIBLE, AND THIS IS THE SOURCE THAT I KNOW LOIDA OFTEN TURNS TO FOR QUOTES, AND IT SAYS, “MEN DO NOT LIGHT A CANDLE AND PUT IT UNDER A BUSHEL, BUT SET IT ON A CANDLESTICK SO THAT IT GIVES LIGHT TO ALL THAT ARE IN THE HOUSE.” LET OUR LIGHT, THE LIGHT THAT IS THE PHILIPPINES, SO SHINE THAT EVERYONE IN THE WORLD MAY KNOW THE COUNTRY AND ITS BEAUTY. BY OUR LIVES AND THROUGH OUR ACHIEVEMENTS, LET US AS FILIPINO-AMERICANS SHOW THE WORLD THAT THE COUNTRY OF OUR BIRTH IS TRULY A LAND OF HOPE, PEACE AND GOOD AND HAPPY PEOPLE. THANK YOU.
The document discusses efforts to engage the public and lawmakers to support separating the Great Lakes and Mississippi River systems to prevent Asian carp from invading the Great Lakes. It notes that over 20,000 postcards were delivered to Congress and the White House between 2010 and 2011. As a result, support increased for legislation like the Stop Asian Carp Act. It also outlines plans for a new coalition called Healthy Water Solutions that aims to build support within Illinois for separation by highlighting the many environmental and economic benefits beyond just preventing Asian carp.
Robert M. Jackson has over 30 years of experience leading community development projects in the US and abroad. He served as the State Director for the Corporation for National and Community Service in Minnesota for 18 years, directing AmeriCorps, VISTA, and Senior Corps programs. Prior to that, he spent 16 years with the Peace Corps, including positions as Country Director in Liberia and Deputy Country Director in Kenya. He has extensive experience managing budgets, projects, and staff. Currently, he operates a small farm in Wisconsin.
The document is the 2012 annual report of the National Council of La Raza (NCLR), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the US. It works through nearly 300 affiliated community-based organizations to serve millions of Hispanics each year. NCLR conducts research, policy analysis, and advocacy to improve opportunities for Hispanic Americans in key areas like education, employment, health, and civil rights. It provides resources and assistance to local affiliates who address priorities and issues facing Latino communities and families.
Gregg Potter has extensive experience in development work, nonprofit management, and legal advocacy. He holds a Master's in Public Service from the University of Arkansas Clinton School and a BFA from UNLV. His career has involved managing sustainability projects in Belize, assessing asylum processes in South Africa, directing a homeless shelter in Johannesburg, and conducting a legal needs assessment in Arkansas. He has also worked as a restaurant manager and Starbucks store manager.
The document summarizes the history and activities of the Hispanic Latino Coalition of Will and Grundy Counties from its founding in 2001. It discusses the coalition's origins, leadership structure, membership, programs like summer camps and scholarship programs, community forums, and goals of increasing educational opportunities, funding, and member involvement to better serve the Latino community.
This document provides an agenda and summaries for the 134th Diocesan Synod of the Diocese of Ottawa, held on November 21, 2014. The synod will include morning prayer, new member orientation, an interfaith greeting by a rabbi, synod greetings from the Bishop of Ottawa, and presentations on communications, an omnibus motion, a keynote address, and discussions around embracing God's future and being custodians of the faith in a secular society. Other agenda items include discussions of refugee support, the companion diocese of Jerusalem, deanery panels, socially responsible investing, and property and finance issues. The synod aims to discuss how to collaborate across parishes and embrace changes to build God's
This document summarizes the agenda for the Ohio Youth Advisory Board meeting on April 19, 2018. It outlines the following key points:
- The mission of the Ohio YAB is to influence policies that impact youth in out-of-home care.
- There will be elections for the positions of President, Vice President, Secretary, Media Spokesperson, Treasurer, and Parliamentarian. Duties of each officer position are described.
- The meeting will include discussions on recent trips to advocate in Washington D.C. and the state legislature, proposed legislation, and recruiting more foster parents for teens.
The Broward County Chapter of the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge has been recognized as the Chapter of the Year for 2014-2015. The Chapter President, Abiud Montes, discusses the Chapter's accomplishments over the past year, including increasing membership by 35 members and partnering with local businesses. Upcoming events for the Chapter include the Spirit of America Youth Leadership Program in March and April 2016 and the 43rd George Washington Birthday Gala in February 2016, which will honor volunteers and present scholarships. The Chapter aims to educate youth and the community about American rights, responsibilities, and civic virtue.
The document is a newsletter from the Broward County Chapter of the Freedoms Foundation. It discusses that the chapter was awarded Chapter of the Year for 2014-2015. It announces upcoming events including a gala in February 2016 to honor George Washington and raise money for student scholarships. It encourages members to collect change to contribute to the scholarship fund and provides an update on chapter activities over the past year.
The document is a newsletter from the Broward County Chapter of the Freedoms Foundation. It discusses that the chapter was awarded Chapter of the Year for 2014-2015. It announces upcoming events including a gala in February 2016 to honor George Washington and raise money for student scholarships. It encourages members to collect change to contribute to the scholarship fund and provides an update on chapter activities over the past year.
The document summarizes information from the March/April 2004 newsletter of the Kern-Kaweah Chapter of the Sierra Club. It discusses the upcoming Sierra Club Board of Directors election and warns that outside groups may try to influence the election. It urges members to vote. It also provides information about upcoming chapter events, including a workshop on water law and the California/Nevada Regional Conservation Committee meeting in San Luis Obispo. It calls on members to voice their opposition to the Final Decision by the Forest Service regarding the Sequoia National Monument plan, which allows for logging.
Strengthening Rural Organizations through Grassroots Fundraising ruralxchange
A webinar sponsored by the National Alliance for Rural Policy, featuring:
Diana Tellefson Torres, Executive Director of the United
Farm Workers (UFW) Foundation
Adriana Rocha, Board Chair of Grassroots Institute for
Fundraising Training (GIFT) and the Practice Director for
CompassPoint Nonprofit Services.
Ryan Li Dahlstrom, Movement Building Director, GIFT
Discover unique and highly successful collaborations between Mediators Beyond Borders International (MBBI), Rotary, and local clubs to create meaningful, hands-on peacebuilding projects with lasting results. Funded in part by global grants and Vocational Training Teams (VTT) these projects build capacity among community leaders engaged in conflict prevention in high-conflict zones. MBBI experts will demonstrate a typical interactive training session and share stories of peacebuilders who are helping their communities prevent or heal from conflict with a special emphasize on women peacebuilders.
Following a tumultuous campaign season, Americans will have elected a new president and Congress just a week before the CIEE Annual Conference. Where does the new president stand on privately funded exchange programs? What does the new composition of Congress mean for the budget process? What about immigration issues? How might exchanges fare? Who are the most likely people to run the critical congressional committees? What about the impact of the presidential campaign on public perception? Come learn about these issues and what the international exchange community can do to promote greater understanding and support of its programs.
Creating a Shared Vision for a Community, presented by Marsha Murrington, And...craigslist_fndn
To create a vision for the future and long-term change in a community, it’s essential to have a strong, well-conceived community engagement plan and process that allows the voices within the community to be heard. Having outsiders and experts apply their values and preconceived notions of what a community needs is a recipe for failure. This session is led by three skilled change agents, with experiences working across boundaries in a variety of communities. They share their insights, stories, and approaches for bringing people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and generations together to envision what they want their neighborhoods and communities to become, determine priorities, address problems and issues, and take greater responsibility for where they live, work, and play.
2008 Regional Report For Na Ffaa Seattle Conference 09262008radiantview
This document discusses the activities and initiatives of the NaFFAA Region 8 chapter in Northern California. It summarizes their efforts to advocate for Filipino American veterans' rights, organize around issues portrayed in the TV show "Desperate Housewives", and hold community meetings. It also announces the creation of an annual Kabayanihan Awards program to honor community organizations for their service in areas like education, health, and advocacy. The awards aim to inspire community heroism and recognize groups that have made an impact on the Filipino American community. Additionally, the document discusses how NaFFAA is helping members document community voices and stay connected through minimal-cost websites.
This slide presentation was orginally used in a free Web-Talk as a way of allowing our members to get to know the candidates contending for the Board of Director slots. It was able to assist our members in getting involved in the electoral process as well as making an informed decision when given the opportunity to vote!
This study examines nonprofit leadership in rural areas of the Southeast United States through an online survey of 267 nonprofit organizations. Key findings include:
1) Around two-thirds of executive directors plan to leave their positions within five years, yet few organizations have succession plans.
2) Executive directors often lack adequate support from boards, staff, funders, and outside resources.
3) Executive directors earn relatively low salaries and many feel they have made financial and personal sacrifices to work in the sector.
4) While most executives are concerned about finding future leaders, many organizations lack capacities needed for smooth leadership transitions.
5) Organizations are taking some steps to attract younger leaders but not many recommended in previous research
Nonprofit Leadership in the Rural South - Full Reportruralsupport
This study surveyed 267 nonprofit organizations across rural areas of the Southeastern US about executive leadership transitions. It found that around two-thirds of executive directors plan to leave their positions within five years, showing a significant leadership transition is occurring. However, many nonprofits may not be prepared for this change. Specifically, the study found that executives are overworked and underpaid, lacking support. Nonprofits also lack key capacities needed for smooth leadership transitions. While some efforts are being made, more support is needed to attract the next generation of leaders as rural nonprofits face unique challenges during this shift.
Mark Micheli has over 10 years of experience in communications, public policy, journalism, and leadership. He holds a BA in magazine journalism and political science from Drake University, where he graduated summa cum laude. He has worked in government, non-profits, campaigns, and business. Micheli also completed a Coro Fellowship in public affairs in St. Louis, gaining experience across seven sectors. He is skilled in various areas including project management, stakeholder relations, problem solving, writing, research, and social media strategy.
Know your power visualization and affirmation exercisesradiantview
This is a personal collection of my favorite visualization techniques and affirmation exercises which I content curated from many amazing teachers such as Shakti Gawain, Wayne Dyer, Caroline Myss, Byron Katie, and some Eastern spiritual teachers.
I will be adding more worksheets for this content curation.
My goal is TO KNOW MYSELF.
Pearls for Peace features Basil Anik, OWI Gift Catalog 2010radiantview
Basil Anik is a fisherman in the Philippines who makes dried fish and pearl brooches. He volunteers his home to host educational programs for children, despite hardships from war and natural disasters destroying his home multiple times. Anik began making pearl brooches and now apprentices help him create the intricate designs from local materials like silver and mother of pearl to provide income. The document requests donations to support Anik's craftsmanship and help continue empowering his community.
The document summarizes the history and activities of the Hispanic Latino Coalition of Will and Grundy Counties from its founding in 2001. It discusses the coalition's origins, leadership structure, membership, programs like summer camps and scholarship programs, community forums, and goals of increasing educational opportunities, funding, and member involvement to better serve the Latino community.
This document provides an agenda and summaries for the 134th Diocesan Synod of the Diocese of Ottawa, held on November 21, 2014. The synod will include morning prayer, new member orientation, an interfaith greeting by a rabbi, synod greetings from the Bishop of Ottawa, and presentations on communications, an omnibus motion, a keynote address, and discussions around embracing God's future and being custodians of the faith in a secular society. Other agenda items include discussions of refugee support, the companion diocese of Jerusalem, deanery panels, socially responsible investing, and property and finance issues. The synod aims to discuss how to collaborate across parishes and embrace changes to build God's
This document summarizes the agenda for the Ohio Youth Advisory Board meeting on April 19, 2018. It outlines the following key points:
- The mission of the Ohio YAB is to influence policies that impact youth in out-of-home care.
- There will be elections for the positions of President, Vice President, Secretary, Media Spokesperson, Treasurer, and Parliamentarian. Duties of each officer position are described.
- The meeting will include discussions on recent trips to advocate in Washington D.C. and the state legislature, proposed legislation, and recruiting more foster parents for teens.
The Broward County Chapter of the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge has been recognized as the Chapter of the Year for 2014-2015. The Chapter President, Abiud Montes, discusses the Chapter's accomplishments over the past year, including increasing membership by 35 members and partnering with local businesses. Upcoming events for the Chapter include the Spirit of America Youth Leadership Program in March and April 2016 and the 43rd George Washington Birthday Gala in February 2016, which will honor volunteers and present scholarships. The Chapter aims to educate youth and the community about American rights, responsibilities, and civic virtue.
The document is a newsletter from the Broward County Chapter of the Freedoms Foundation. It discusses that the chapter was awarded Chapter of the Year for 2014-2015. It announces upcoming events including a gala in February 2016 to honor George Washington and raise money for student scholarships. It encourages members to collect change to contribute to the scholarship fund and provides an update on chapter activities over the past year.
The document is a newsletter from the Broward County Chapter of the Freedoms Foundation. It discusses that the chapter was awarded Chapter of the Year for 2014-2015. It announces upcoming events including a gala in February 2016 to honor George Washington and raise money for student scholarships. It encourages members to collect change to contribute to the scholarship fund and provides an update on chapter activities over the past year.
The document summarizes information from the March/April 2004 newsletter of the Kern-Kaweah Chapter of the Sierra Club. It discusses the upcoming Sierra Club Board of Directors election and warns that outside groups may try to influence the election. It urges members to vote. It also provides information about upcoming chapter events, including a workshop on water law and the California/Nevada Regional Conservation Committee meeting in San Luis Obispo. It calls on members to voice their opposition to the Final Decision by the Forest Service regarding the Sequoia National Monument plan, which allows for logging.
Strengthening Rural Organizations through Grassroots Fundraising ruralxchange
A webinar sponsored by the National Alliance for Rural Policy, featuring:
Diana Tellefson Torres, Executive Director of the United
Farm Workers (UFW) Foundation
Adriana Rocha, Board Chair of Grassroots Institute for
Fundraising Training (GIFT) and the Practice Director for
CompassPoint Nonprofit Services.
Ryan Li Dahlstrom, Movement Building Director, GIFT
Discover unique and highly successful collaborations between Mediators Beyond Borders International (MBBI), Rotary, and local clubs to create meaningful, hands-on peacebuilding projects with lasting results. Funded in part by global grants and Vocational Training Teams (VTT) these projects build capacity among community leaders engaged in conflict prevention in high-conflict zones. MBBI experts will demonstrate a typical interactive training session and share stories of peacebuilders who are helping their communities prevent or heal from conflict with a special emphasize on women peacebuilders.
Following a tumultuous campaign season, Americans will have elected a new president and Congress just a week before the CIEE Annual Conference. Where does the new president stand on privately funded exchange programs? What does the new composition of Congress mean for the budget process? What about immigration issues? How might exchanges fare? Who are the most likely people to run the critical congressional committees? What about the impact of the presidential campaign on public perception? Come learn about these issues and what the international exchange community can do to promote greater understanding and support of its programs.
Creating a Shared Vision for a Community, presented by Marsha Murrington, And...craigslist_fndn
To create a vision for the future and long-term change in a community, it’s essential to have a strong, well-conceived community engagement plan and process that allows the voices within the community to be heard. Having outsiders and experts apply their values and preconceived notions of what a community needs is a recipe for failure. This session is led by three skilled change agents, with experiences working across boundaries in a variety of communities. They share their insights, stories, and approaches for bringing people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and generations together to envision what they want their neighborhoods and communities to become, determine priorities, address problems and issues, and take greater responsibility for where they live, work, and play.
2008 Regional Report For Na Ffaa Seattle Conference 09262008radiantview
This document discusses the activities and initiatives of the NaFFAA Region 8 chapter in Northern California. It summarizes their efforts to advocate for Filipino American veterans' rights, organize around issues portrayed in the TV show "Desperate Housewives", and hold community meetings. It also announces the creation of an annual Kabayanihan Awards program to honor community organizations for their service in areas like education, health, and advocacy. The awards aim to inspire community heroism and recognize groups that have made an impact on the Filipino American community. Additionally, the document discusses how NaFFAA is helping members document community voices and stay connected through minimal-cost websites.
This slide presentation was orginally used in a free Web-Talk as a way of allowing our members to get to know the candidates contending for the Board of Director slots. It was able to assist our members in getting involved in the electoral process as well as making an informed decision when given the opportunity to vote!
This study examines nonprofit leadership in rural areas of the Southeast United States through an online survey of 267 nonprofit organizations. Key findings include:
1) Around two-thirds of executive directors plan to leave their positions within five years, yet few organizations have succession plans.
2) Executive directors often lack adequate support from boards, staff, funders, and outside resources.
3) Executive directors earn relatively low salaries and many feel they have made financial and personal sacrifices to work in the sector.
4) While most executives are concerned about finding future leaders, many organizations lack capacities needed for smooth leadership transitions.
5) Organizations are taking some steps to attract younger leaders but not many recommended in previous research
Nonprofit Leadership in the Rural South - Full Reportruralsupport
This study surveyed 267 nonprofit organizations across rural areas of the Southeastern US about executive leadership transitions. It found that around two-thirds of executive directors plan to leave their positions within five years, showing a significant leadership transition is occurring. However, many nonprofits may not be prepared for this change. Specifically, the study found that executives are overworked and underpaid, lacking support. Nonprofits also lack key capacities needed for smooth leadership transitions. While some efforts are being made, more support is needed to attract the next generation of leaders as rural nonprofits face unique challenges during this shift.
Mark Micheli has over 10 years of experience in communications, public policy, journalism, and leadership. He holds a BA in magazine journalism and political science from Drake University, where he graduated summa cum laude. He has worked in government, non-profits, campaigns, and business. Micheli also completed a Coro Fellowship in public affairs in St. Louis, gaining experience across seven sectors. He is skilled in various areas including project management, stakeholder relations, problem solving, writing, research, and social media strategy.
Know your power visualization and affirmation exercisesradiantview
This is a personal collection of my favorite visualization techniques and affirmation exercises which I content curated from many amazing teachers such as Shakti Gawain, Wayne Dyer, Caroline Myss, Byron Katie, and some Eastern spiritual teachers.
I will be adding more worksheets for this content curation.
My goal is TO KNOW MYSELF.
Pearls for Peace features Basil Anik, OWI Gift Catalog 2010radiantview
Basil Anik is a fisherman in the Philippines who makes dried fish and pearl brooches. He volunteers his home to host educational programs for children, despite hardships from war and natural disasters destroying his home multiple times. Anik began making pearl brooches and now apprentices help him create the intricate designs from local materials like silver and mother of pearl to provide income. The document requests donations to support Anik's craftsmanship and help continue empowering his community.
Legacy of Honor at E-2010: 9th NaFFAA Empowerment Conferenceradiantview
This document lists the names and positions of over 20 elected officials, community leaders, and public servants of Filipino American heritage. It recognizes their accomplishments and contributions to their communities and congratulates them for upholding a "legacy of honor" through their public service.
NaFFAA faced serious financial problems in 2008 including lack of funds, unpaid salaries and rent. The new leadership aimed to redefine NaFFAA as a coalition, shift advocacy efforts to the regions, and address a wider range of issues beyond veterans equity. Despite operating without overhead, NaFFAA remained active in advocacy through regional initiatives such as FilVote, aid to the Philippines, and lobbying efforts. The organization survived due to the dedication of its volunteer leadership.
Yolanda Stern of One World Institute speaks about Projects for Peaceradiantview
This document provides information about the One World Institute, a 501c3 non-profit foundation focused on health and education in underserved areas. It operates programs in the Philippines like an annual art contest, seaweed farming, building nipa huts and fishing boats, wheelchair donations, and herbal gardens. Costs for various projects are listed, ranging from $600 for a septic toilet to $10,000 for a herbal garden. The institute facilitates project management, feasibility studies, and project reviews to help donors and aims to empower farmers and fishermen with tools and market access. It can be supported through donations made via PayPal on their website.
Revised Region 8 Report for NaFFAA Seattle Conference 09262008radiantview
The document discusses several events organized by the NaFFAA Region 8 Northern California chapter. It summarizes:
1) A 25th anniversary commemoration of Ninoy Aquino's assassination attended by over 350 people, including a candlelight vigil, march, and mass. Over $15,000 was raised for a village in his honor.
2) Efforts to lobby members of Congress to support legislation providing benefits to Filipino World War 2 veterans.
3) Organizing community meetings and a protest regarding depictions of Filipinos in the TV show "Desperate Housewives".
4) Plans to establish an annual award recognizing organizations for outstanding community service in various fields.
2008 UP Centennial Celebration, Philippinesradiantview
Dr. Emerlinda Roman's presentation during the Gala Night event at the 2007 University of the Philippines Alumni Association in America's General Assembly & Pre-Centennial Celebration on Sunday, September 2, 2007 at the Hilton Hotel-Financial District, San Francisco, California
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2. • Voted Nat’l Chair in Sept. 2008 at 8th
EC in
Seattle, with Rozita Lee as Nat’l Vice-Chair,
•*NaFFAA had serious problems:
• Perceived as single issue org. (Vets Equity)
• Regions had doubts about role; waiting for
marching orders from national leadership
• No funds, sponsorships and member dues nil
• Office rent and salaries unpaid
• 8th
EC had a deficit and payables
• The Recession had set in
3. Our detractors said NaFFAA was
terminal.
Even NaFFAA’s loyal supporters
felt that NaFFAA had one foot in
the grave.
Our challenge was to keep
NaFFAA alive and nurse it
back to health.
4. The NaFFAA National Team
GREG B. MACABENTA ROZITA V. LEE FLORIAN PURGANAN
National Chair National Vice-Chair National Youth Chair
5. The NaFFAA National Team
GREG B. MACABENTA ROZITA V. LEE
National Chair National Vice-Chair
6. The NaFFAA National Team
LUDY CORRALES REUBEN SEGURITAN LULY ESCLAMADO JERRY CLARITO
Nat’L Treasurer General Counsel Nat’l Director for Nat’l Director for
Development Legislative Affairs
JON MELEGRITO BING BRANIGIN LORNA DIETZ BEN DE GUZMAN
Nat’l Director for Nat’l Media Nat’l Online NCAPA
Communications Coordinator Coordinator Representative
7. The NaFFAA National Team
BART TUBALINAL RODEL RODIS LULY ESCLAMADO JERRY CLARITO
Nat’L Treasurer General Counsel Nat’l Director for Nat’l Director for
Development Legislative Affairs
JON MELEGRITO BING BRANIGIN LORNA DIETZ BEN DE GUZMAN
Nat’l Director for Nat’l Media Nat’l Online NCAPA
Communications Coordinator Coordinator Representative
8. Strategic Planning Conference held in Washington DC in Nov.
2008, attended by almost 70 leaders. Direction of NaFFAA charted.
9. • NaFFAA redefined as COALITION of autonomous
organizations and advocacy groups – not a
monolithic umbrella organization
•In line with spirit of the NaFFAA Constitution
•By-Laws need to be amended to allow entry of
national and regional FilAm organizations (FANHS,
FWN, etc.); current ByLaws discourage this.
•In interim, establish alliances with FilAm
organizations and other advocacy groups.
10. •Address wider range of issues, not single issue
•Shift burden of activism and advocacy to the
regions
•National officers to motivate, integrate, coordinate
and assist
•Regional champions assigned to specific
causes/issues
•Change fund sharing to 80-20 instead of 50-50 to
motivate regions
11. •Revived alliance with Greenlining Coalition;
Appointed NaFFAA Reg 8 Chair Jose Pecho and
9th
EC Chair Ben Menor to represent NaFFAA.
•Activated alliance with NCAPA and other advocacy
groups; appointed Ben de Guzman (NAFVE Exec
Director) as NaFFAA rep in Washington DC
•Strengthened ties with White House and Capitol
Hill; joined meetings with Obama transition team
12. •Raised $16,000 initially to cover payables.
•Paid off office back rental.
•Partially paid auditor
•Moved office to cheaper and then to RENT-FREE
location in Washington DC area.
13. • NaFFAA office is at National Philippine
Multicultural Center in Oxon Hill, MD,
courtesy of Hon. David Valderrama,
NaFFAA charter member and former member,
Maryland House of Delegates
14. •Discontinued services of Exec Director and Admin
Asst.; Nat’l Chair assumed functions.
•Raised funds from regions to cover back wages.
Loida Nicolas-Lewis offered $5,000 Challenge
Grant
15. •Negotiated and paid off back wages of Admin
Asst; Exec Dir waived balance of back wages
•Raised funds from regions to cover 8th
EC
payables.
•Reg 3 biggest contributor.
•Gen. Counsel Reuben Seguritan negotiated
reduction.
16. •Nat’l Chair visited all regions early in term to talk
to leaders, resolve local conflicts, attend NaFFAA
events.
•Nat’l Vice-Chair made several
trips to Washington DC to
represent NaFFAA and work
on issues.
•All expenses paid from
personal funds – not from
NaFFAA.
17. .
• NaFFAA operated with no overhead.
• Operating expenses absorbed by Nat’l Chair
• Operational and management functions
handled by Nat’l Chair and Nat’l Vice-Chair
• Recession worsened. Fund sources dried up.
NaFFAA had to dig in and go into SURVIVAL
MODE
18. .
• Advocacy continued despite financial and logistical
difficulties.
• FilVets struggle partially won with $198 mil benefits
package. Charge led by NAFVE with NaFFAA
leaders Rozita Lee, Jon Melegrito, Nony Abrajano,
Ernie Ramos, Jerry Clarito , Bing Branigin, Eric
Lachica and Ben de Guzman
•
19. .
• FilVote campaign launched nationally with
media support
• .Immigration advocacy pursued; rally in
Washington DC
20. • Foreclosure prevention workshops held, led
by Reg 8
• NaFFAA represented in meetings of Obama
Transition Team. Active endorsement of
FilAms for key positions.
• Nat’l Vice-Chair Rozita Lee appointed to White
House Advisory Committee on Asian
Americans and Pacific Islanders, along with
FilAm Hector Vargas.
• Much needs to be done. We still lack CLOUT.
21. .
• Focus on Philippine presidential elections:
• Voter education in cooperation with Ad
Foundation of the Phils.
• Planned Presidential
Debate, initiated by
Region 1, FALDEF
and Aquila Legis
• Intensified Dual Citizenship and Overseas
Absentee Voting campaign
• US Pinoys for Good Governance led by
NaFFAA leaders
23. .
• Visibility of NaFFAA kept high in national
media and on the Internet
• NaFFAA on White House email loop
• NaFFAA assistance sought on State Sec
Hillary Clinton’s visit to Manila
• Attacks of vicious detractors neutralized with
media counter-attack and Vote of Confidence
of entire leadership
24. .
• NaFFAA condemnation of Floyd Mayweather
for racial slur vs. Manny Pacquiao and
Filipinos carried in USA Today, ESPN and
international media
26. .
• Media & Communications Team did superb job:
• Jon Melegrito, Nat’l Communications Director
• Bing Branigin, Nat’l Media Coordinator
• Lorna Dietz, Nat’l Online Coordinator
27. THIS IS THE STATE OF
NAFFAA TODAY
We have a federation that
is operating on empty and in
Survival Mode.
But NaFFAA is alive and
still actively pursuing its Mission
28. .
• The situation is NOT IDEAL.
• Full-time Exec Director and staff needed for
NaFFAA to operate optimally.
• But this is the best option under present
circumstances.
• Hopefully, the new leadership will find better
options until the Recession is over.
29. .
• Where we have been remiss is in forging a
partnership with the Youth.
• The theme of this conference is designed to
address that need.
• We ask the incoming leadership to follow
through on what we are trying to do today.
30. DIGEST OF REGIONAL REPORTS
The activities of the regions represent
the sum total of the importance of
NaFFAA in our community’s
struggle for empowerment.
31. REGION 1 – Eastern Region
Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey,
New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island & Vermont
Regional Chair – Roger Alama
Regional Vice-Chair – Lito Pernia
•
32. REGION 1 – Eastern Region
Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey,
New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island & Vermont
Regional Chair – Roger Alama
Regional Vice-Chair – Lito Pernia
KEY INITIATIVES
• FILIPINO AMERICAN LEGAL DEFENSE & EDUCATION
FUND (FALDEF) – JT Mallonga, Chair
- Aid to Sentosa Nurses
-Assistance to Dr. Pedro and Salve Servando
- FILVETS – Lobbying for Veterans Equity
- SELF-RELIANCE & ENTREPRENEURIAL PROGRAM
- PHILIPPINE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE
•
33. REGION 1 – Eastern Region
KEY INITIATIVES
•*FILVOTE – House-to-house voter registration
34. REGION 2 – Capitol Region
Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia
Regional Chair – Gicelle Fundales (on leave)
Acting Chair (Regional Vice-Chair) – Bert Dayao
KEY INITIATIVES
•CAPITOL HILL LOBBYING
•FILVETS – Led lobbying efforts for Vets Equity and
approval of $198 mil benefits package
•Health Care Bill – Met with Congressmen to lobby
approval
•Comprehensive Immigration Reform – Led lobbyng
efforts
• OBAMA TRANSITION TEAM –
•Led NaFFAA efforts for FilAms to be appointed to
key positions; Nat’l Vice-Chair Rozita Lee and
Hector Vargas appointed to WHACAAPI
35. REGION 2 – Capitol Region
KEY INITIATIVES
•FREE-RENT NAFFAA OFFICE –
Negotiated and handled physical transfer to rent-free
quarters in Oxon Hill
•NCAPA –
Represented NaFFAA in alliances with other minority
groups (NCAPA, etc.)
36. REGION 3 – Midwest Region
Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan,
Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio and Wisconsin
Regional Chair – Ed Navarra
Regional Vice-Chair – Princess Emraida Kiram
37. REGION 3 – Midwest Region
Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan,
Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio and Wisconsin
Regional Chair – Ed Navarra
Regional Vice-Chair – Princess Emraida Kiram
KEY INITIATIVES
•FILVOTE – Ed Navarro co-chair of national
FilVote campaign
•FILVETS & CIR – Jerry Clarito, Nat’l Director
for Legislative Affairs active in NAFVE and in
lobbying for Comprehensive Immigration
Reform
38. REGION 3 – Midwest Region
KEY INITIATIVES
•AID TO THE PHILIPPINES – Gawad Kalinga,
Books for the Barrios, first responders to
calamities
•First 2nd
Gen FilAm in US Congress – Rep.
Steve Austria
•FILAM HISTORY MONTH – Major activities in
region commemorating October as FilAm
History Month
39. REGION 4 – Southern Region
Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi,
North & South Carolina and Tennessee
Regional Chair – Marilyn Doromal
Regional Vice-Chair – Gloria Vergara
40. REGION 4 – Southern Region
Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi,
North & South Carolina and Tennessee
Regional Chair – Marilyn Doromal
Regional Vice-Chair – Gloria Vergara
KEY INITIATIVES
*FILVETS – Was among the prime movers in
lobbying with Dr. Ernie Ramos
•POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE – Hosted
organizational meeting of separate PAC (Filipino
American Public Affairs Coalition with the late Dr. Ernie
Ramos as Chair)
41. REGION 4 – Southern Region
KEY INITIATIVES
*HOSTED AMERICAN COUNCIL FOR
YOUNG POLITICAL LEGISLATORS (ACYPL)
– Funded by US Department of Justice. Four young
Philippine political leaders welcomed; discussed how
they can help new Admin of Pres. Noynoy Aquino
*PINOY FIESTA –Welcome FilAm soldiers from Fort
Benning and Middle East war fronts
-* LANGUAGE IMMERSION - Program for
children 8-14 yrs old
42. REGION 4 – Southern Region
Regional Chair Emeritus – Dr. Ernie Ramos (Deceased)
43. REGION 5 – Central Region
Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska,
North & South Dakota, Wyoming Regional Chair – Donna
LaVigne
Regional Vice-Chair – Dr. Erlinda Rojas-Santos
Regional Youth Chair – Francis Macalalag
44. REGION 5 – Central Region
Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska,
North & South Dakota, Wyoming Regional Chair – Donna
LaVigne
Regional Vice-Chair – Dr. Erlinda Rojas-Santos
Regional Youth Chair – Francis Macalalag
KEY INITIATIVES
•CULTURAL PROGRAM – Concert of Young
Symphonic Ensemble conducted by Michael Dadap.
Dubbed event Fiestiva Asiana and involved Asian
community. So successful, it will become an annual
“Filipiniana” event.
•FUND-RAISING FOR PHILIPPINE RELIEF -
Funds raised went to Philippine calamity victims.
Donated $6,000 for typhoon Ondoy victims thru Red
Cross.
45. REGION 5 – Central Region
KEY INITIATIVES
* GAWAD KALINGA - Funds raised built GK
Colorado Village in the Philippines: 30 individual homes
that shelter 30 formerly homeless families, victims of
2005 mudslide in Luzon.
•ANNUAL CONSULAR OUTREACH – Hosted
Phil Consulate; over 500 Dual Citizens took oath.
•* PROJECT CURE – Fil-Am Community of
Colorado with Rotary Club and Province of Aklan;
$600,000 worth of medical equipment and supplies
donated to Aklan Provincial Hospital.
46. REGION 6 – Southwest Region
Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas Regional
Chair – Norma Benzon (Deceased)
Interim Regional Chair – Gus Mercado
.
47. REGION 6 – Southwest Region
Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas Regional
Chair – Norma Benzon (Deceased)
Interim Regional Chair – Gus Mercado
KEY INITIATIVES
•ENTREPENEURSHIP – In line with goal of
economic empowerment, DataLogix Texas,
Inc., fastest-growng wireless firm in US. Gus
Mercado, Pres & CEO. Cited as “minority-
owned company creating jobs in Silicon Valley
while other companies are retrenching.”
•TRADE MISSION TO PHILIPPINES - Just
came from successful trade mission, closed
millions in new business deals.
48. REGION 6 – Southwest Region
KEY INITIATIVES
•TEXAS 10 RECALLED – Region 6 hit national
and international news when Gus Mercado
took up the case of 10 Filipino airline workers
jailed by INS. Entire NaFFAA network
contributed to legal defense.
•FOUNDERS AWARD – Region 6 given
Founders Award at empowerment conference
in Hawaii for aid to Katrina victims thru Filipino
Disaster Relief of Texas (FDRT).
49. REGION 6 – Southwest Region
Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas
Regional Chair – Norma Benzon (Deceased)
50. REGION 7 – Pacific Northwest Region
Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington Regional Chair – Tess Atayde
Regional Vice-Chair – Mariela Fletcher
51. REGION 7 – Pacific Northwest Region
Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington Regional Chair – Tess Atayde
Regional Vice-Chair – Mariela Fletcher
KEY INITIATIVES
•HOST OF 8TH
EC - Region 7 hosted the 8th
National Empowerment Conference in Seattle.
•DISTINCTION – Seattle in Region 7 is the
only city in the US with a Rizal Bridge leading
to a Rizal Park adorned with a Rizal Bust. All
initiated by the FilAm community, most of
whom are NaFFAA leaders.
52. REGION 8 – Northern California Region
San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento-San Joaquin Valley
Regional Chair – Jose Pecho
Regional Vice-Chair – Lorna Dietz
Regional Youth Chair – Jenab-I Pareja
53. REGION 8 – Northern California Region
San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento-San Joaquin Valley
Regional Chair – Jose Pecho
Regional Vice-Chair – Lorna Dietz
Regional Youth Chair – Jenab-I Pareja
KEY INITIATIVES
•CRADLE OF NaFFAA – Home region of
NaFFAA founders, Alex Esclamado and Rodel
Rodis (NaFFAA General Counsel); outgoing
National Chair Greg Macabenta; National
Online Coordinator Lorna Dietz; NaFFAA
Greenlining Representatives, Jose Pecho and
Ben Menor.
54. REGION 8 – Northern California Region
KEY INITIATIVES
•HOST OF 9TH
EC - Region 8 is the host of this
conference. Ben Menor, Santa Clara Count
Chair, is Chairman of Organizing Committee.
•NAFFAA REPRESENTED IN GREENLINING
COALITION (ORIGINAL BENEFACTOR OF
NaFFAA) – Jose Pecho and Ben Menor
represent NaFFAA in this coalition of minority
advocacy organizations.
55. REGION 8 – Northern California Region
KEY INITIATIVES
•FORECLOSURE PREVENTION
WORKSHOPS – In the face of mortgage
meltdown, conducted workshops in
cooperation with Mabuhay Alliance and
Greenlining Coalition
•MASS ACTION VS. SAN FRANCISCO –
Protest over discimination vs. FilAm non-profit
service entity in terms of financial subsidy and
absence of Filipino art and FilAm trustee in
Asian Art Museum. Successful.
56. REGION 8 – Northern California Region
KEY INITIATIVES
•FILVETS - Among the earliest and most
active proponents of veterans equity; lobbied
and succeeded in winning citizenship for
Filipino WW II
•TYPHOON ONDOY FUND DRIVE – Staged
major fund-raiser with Dancing with the Stars
champion Cheryl Burke as host.
57. REGION 9 – Los Angeles Region
Greater Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo and Kern Counties North
Regional Chair – Susan Maquindang Dilkes
Regional Vice-Chair – Cha Carrera
Regional Youth Chair – Berwyn Salazar
58. REGION 9 – Los Angeles Region
Greater Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo and Kern Counties North
Regional Chair – Susan Maquindang Dilkes
Regional Vice-Chair – Cha Carrera
Regional Youth Chair – Berwyn Salazar
KEY INITIATIVES
•FILVOTE – One of the earliest and most
active in FilAm voter registration; conducted
study on significance of FilAm vote in
mainstream elections.
•FILVETS – Among the the most active in
lobbying for FilVets Equity, led by Susan
Maquindang Dilkes and FASGI
59. REGION 9 – Los Angeles Region
•LA HAS LARGEST CONCENTRATION OF
FILIPINOS IN ONE METRO AREA – Yet
NaFFAA has not been able to establish a solid
presence in it. Pioneers like Soc Inonog and
Susan Maquindang Dilkes have kept the fire
burning, but they need support.
60. REGION 10 – San Diego Region
Greater San Diego, Riverside and Imperial Counties
Regional Chair – Aurora Cudal
Regional Vice-Chair – JoAnn Fields
.
61. REGION 10 – San Diego Region
Greater San Diego, Riverside and Imperial Counties
Regional Chair – Aurora Cudal
Regional Vice-Chair – JoAnn Fields
KEY INITIATIVES
* FILVETS – Home district of Rep. Bob Filner,
principal sponsor of FilVets Equity Bill; Region
actively lobbied and supported Rep. Filner
through the years.
* GAWAD KALINGA – NaFFAA leaders helped
organize fair for GK in San Diego and built
houses for slum dwellers in the Philippines.
62. REGION 10 – San Diego Region
•SAN DIEGO became inactive with the
relocation of Region Chair Al Villamora to Italy.
Dr. Aurora Cudal, Region Chair Emeriti, has
committed to nurse the region back to life.
* SAN DIEGO HAS ALMOST 200,000
FILIPINOS, NEXT TO LOS ANGELES IN SIZE
OF FILAM POPULATION – The region needs
special attention and support from NaFFAA
national.
63. REGION 11 – Greater Nevada Region
Arizona, Nevada and Utah)
Regional Chair – Nadia Jurani
Regional Vice-Chair – Rex Velasquez
Regional Youth Chair – Brendan Flores
64. REGION 11 – Greater Nevada Region
Arizona, Nevada and Utah)
Regional Chair – Nadia Jurani
Regional Vice-Chair – Rex Velasquez
Regional Youth Chair – Brendan Flores
KEY INITIATIVES
* LAS VEGAS - Home turf of national vice-
chair Rozita Lee and Comelec Chair Martin
Celemin
* FIL VOTE – National leader in FilVote effort,
thru Gloria Caoile, national vice-chair emeriti,
and Rozita Lee.
65. REGION 11 – Greater Nevada Region
KEY INITIATIVES
•SENATE ACTION ON FILAM HISTORY
MONTH – Lobbied Sen. Harry Reid to file and
get approval of Senate Resolution designating
October as Filipino American History Month.
* FIL VOTE – National Vice-Chair Rozita Lee
lobbied hard for Vets Equity, thru Senators
John Ensign and Harry Reid.
66. REGION 11 – Greater Nevada Region
KEY INITIATIVES
•VITA PROGRAM – Launched annual VITA
(Voluntary Income Tax Assistance) Program.
* REGIONAL EXPANSION – Activation of
Arizona State Chapter with Philippine Public
Health Foundation USA under Dr. Rinly
Gecosala of Tucson, AZ.
67. REGION 11 – Grreater Nevada Region
KEY INITIATIVES
•ANNUAL FIESTA FILIPINO – Philippine
Independence Day Fair.
•CENSUS 2010 - Leadership in Census
participation by FilAm community. Rozita Lee
represented NaFFAA national.
68. REGION 12 – Pacific Islands Region
Hawaii, Guam and The Marianas
Regional Chair – Ron Menor
Regional Vice Chair - Amy Agbayani
Regional Youth Chair – Rouel Velasco
69. REGION 12 – Pacific Islands Region
Hawaii, Guam and The Marianas
Regional Chair – Ron Menor
Regional Vice Chair - Amy Agbayani
Regional Youth Chair – Rouel Velasco
KEY INITIATIVES
•FILVETS – Hawaii is home district of Senators
Daniel Akaka and Daniel Inouye, principal
sponsors of Vets Equity Bill in the Senate.
Region 12 lobbied actively for their support.
•POLITICAL EMPOWERMENT - Hawaii has
elected largest number of FilAms to State
legislature and the first FilAm State Governor,
Gov. Ben Cayetano
70. THA NK YOU FOR
THE HONOR AND THE PRIVILEGE
OF SERVING YOU
AS YOUR NATIONAL CHAIR.
I WISH THE INCOMING NATIONAL
CHAIR, NATIONAL VICE-CHAIR
AND BOARD MEMBERS
ALL THE BEST.