Every story begins with a love story, but like in every plot there is some tension that is bound to arise. Ever since immigrating to the United States since I was 7, I had this constant conflict in my mind.…
One of the biggest exports that the Philippines has is its people. So, it was not an uncommon thing for me and my family to leave all of our familiarities behind in search of better opportunities abroad. At just five…
“Alyssa, you’re so Filipino.” With the Filipino flag in my Instagram bio and my weekly stories about TUPAC (Temple University Philippine American Council), I knew my friend was right; I am really Filipino. But is that really so bad? ‘Being Filipino’ may…
Date: Saturday, April 14, 2018Forum: 9:00AM — 5:00PMReception: 6:00PM — 9:00PMLocation: Kalayaan Hall, Philippine Consulate in San FranciscoAddress: 447 Sutter St; San Francisco, CA 94108 A livestream of the forum from 9:30AM-5:00PM PT will be available on NaFFAA’s Facebook page. The…
Washington, DC — The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) mourns the passing of former Senator Daniel K. Akaka. Sen. Akaka, the longtime senator from the state of Hawaii, was committed to fighting for educational issues, Native Hawaiian recognition, and veterans…
Every March, the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA), joins the country in celebrating Women’s History Month. This celebration allows us the perfect opportunity to highlight the accomplishments and contributions of inspiring and influential Filipino American women. From executive…
Washington, DC — In response to the FCC’s Wireless Infrastructure Streamlining Order proposal, NaFFAA National Chairman Brendan Flores issued the following statement: “The lives of people across the country and around the world are brought together and enhanced by the Internet. Today,…
Washington, DC — Recently, the White House released its Framework on Immigration Reform & Border Security, which contains a provision limiting family sponsorships to “spouses and minor children only,” thereby supporting the elimination of sponsorships for parents, adult children, and siblings. According to the…
Washington, DC — The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) joins all Americans in mourning the senseless loss of life at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas. NaFFAA National Chairman Brendan Flores issued the following statement: “As a…
Washington, DC — Today, October 21, 2017, the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) convenes its 20th Anniversary Gala at the Wardman Park Marriott in Washington, DC. The historic gala brings together NaFFAA’s national and regional network of leaders with Filipino…
