September 1, 2021
The Philippines received its first-ever award from the prestigious global platform Venice Biennale for the exhibition Structures of Mutual Support curated by Framework Collaborative (GK Enchanted Farm community and Architects Sudarshan V. Khadka Jr. and Alexander Eriksson Furunes).
The country’s national participation at the Venice Biennale is a collaborative undertaking of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), and the Office of Deputy Speaker and Antique Congresswoman Loren Legarda.
Out of 60 National Participations, […]
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August 31, 2021
House Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda on Monday, August 30, asked Filipinos to remember the greatness of Philippine heroes who had a vision of a better, progressive, free, and independent nation.
‘’Let us also celebrate our heroes of today who continue to strive for the betterment of our people and our country amid numerous challenges,’’ Legarda said in a statement for the National Heroes Day.
‘’Let us recognize and honor our present-day heroes, those who continue to sacrifice their lives and safety for […]
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August 31, 2021
MANILA, 31 August 2021 —Representatives from the public and private sectors will gather virtually to promote the regulation of single-use plastics as well as the strict implementation of ecological solid waste management on the 60th episode of “Stories for a Better Normal: Pandemic and Climate Change Pathways,” with the topic, “Time to Clean Up!” The episode is organized in celebration of the National Clean Up Month.
The online conversation, conceptualized and hosted by three-term former Senator, now Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda, […]
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August 30, 2021
At the onset, I would like to thank SPARK! Philippines for inviting me once again to your webinar, in partnership with Czech Embassy and Galing Pook organization. I recall that just this March, I also delivered a message in the roundtable discussion for women and governance. This time, we will be highlighting the importance of women’s role in nation-building as active policy and decision-makers.
I also note that our gathering coincides with this year’s celebration of the National Heroes’ Day. […]
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August 30, 2021
“Dayaw,” the online show that showcases the culture and tradition of indigenous communities all over the country, is launching its 11th season. The word “dayaw” means “to present or wear with pride, to show one’s best with pride and dignity coupled with excitement.”
Former television personality and senator, and now Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Loren Legarda started the project sometime in 2015. “Dayaw,” for Legarda, was and is a passion project. She provides the voice over in the […]
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