Virginia Beach, VA — The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) is proud to announce its new Virginia Civic Engagement Co-Coordinators, Jackie Estaris Dunson and E. Fortunato “JoJo” Orencia, Jr. Both leaders will help coordinate NaFFAA’s signature civic engagement program, FilAm…
Washington, DC — Speaker of the House Rep. Paul Ryan announced yesterday that Congress will bestow the Congressional Gold Medal to Filipino American Veterans of World War II, in a ceremony to take place on October 25. Coinciding with the observance…
Washington, DC — “Our 20th anniversary is a testimonial to our steady and strong commitment to community empowerment,” says NaFFAA National Vice Chair Emeritus Gloria T. Caoile. “From our founding to the present, we have given voice to our community’s aspirations through…
National Chairman’s Corner Dear friends, It’s only been one year, but I am still in awe at the honor of being selected as the youngest-ever National Chairman of NaFFAA, an organization I hold very dear. Service to the greater good has…
Washington, DC — Today, Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced that the Trump Administration is ending the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, but with a 6-month delay. Created under the Obama Administration in 2012, DACA has allowed nearly 5,000 young…
To our loyal readers, Throughout the past year, our organization has been very mindful of the numerous talented and driven individuals clamoring to showcase their impressive talents and innovative ideas. Some of these people have been tapped to contribute to…
Washington, DC — The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) turns 20 years old this year. This October, several events are being planned to celebrate this milestone, which coincides with the national observance of Filipino American History Month. They will…
Washington, DC — Today, President Donald Trump announced on Twitter that the “United States Government will not accept or allow transgender individuals to serve in any capacity in the U.S. Military” due to the “tremendous medical costs and disruption” entailed. According to a…
Washington, DC — The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) is proud to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month this May. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Filipinos make up nearly 20% of the overall Asian American community, with…
Washington, DC — The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) was disappointed by the conduct exhibited by Chicago aviation security officers by removing a passenger from United Airlines flight 3411 from Chicago to Louisville. Security officers not only forcibly pulled…
