The Federation of Filipino Organizations in Northern Germany (FFONG) held a pre-Christmas informal musical event on 02 December 2016 at the Kleinen Michel Parish in Stadthausbrücken, Hamburg, Germany dubbed “A Musical Night with the FFONG.” Guests were regaled with modern and classical songs performed by an interesting mix of young and seasoned performers who are based in Northern Germany. Highlights of the evening were the performances of young Filipino-Germans (FilGers) Mayumi Anne Carado ... Read more
PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte was born on March 28, 1945 in Maasin, Southern Leyte to Vicente Duterte and Soledad Roa who were both civil servants. His mother was a public school teacher while his father was a government worker. Duterte traces his roots to the Visayas. He spent his early years in Danao, Cebu, the hometown of his father. But his lineage has also direct ties from Mindanao as his mother hails from Cabadbaran, Agusan del Norte while his paternal grandmother was a Maranao. In 1949, ... Read more
Trailblazing Filipinas in Berlin Discuss Filipina Motherhood in a Foreign Land
The Embassy of the Philippines in Berlin celebrated trailblazing Filipino women in Berlin by hosting a ladies´ high tea on 3 November 2016. The event was attended by the female officers and staff of the Philippine Embassy, led by Ambassador Melita Sta. Maria-Thomeczek, and representatives from the Filipino community drawn from the academe and organization leaders. The ladies shared their experiences and challenges as wives and mothers in a foreign land like Germany. Sharing how they ... Read more
Filipino Talents in Berlin Celebrated at Exhibit and Concert
The Filipino Community in Berlin in cooperation with the Philippine Embassy presented “Talento,” a weekend showcase of the myriad artistic talents of Filipinos in Berlin. Works of thirteen visual artists were featured in a two-day exhibit which opened with a reception and concert on 12 November 2016. Projects Managers Jennifer Lynne Fadrigo-Hankammer, Krisanta Caguioa-Mönnich and Filipino Chaplain Fr. Jun de Ocampo were able to draw in various artists and hobbyists that included local talents ... Read more
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