Oranje just won the match against Brazil.... amazing what you could do if you will yourself to fight the odds.... HIP HIP HOERA
I am watching the match from the pension house room in the Philippines. It ended at about 12 midnight and I had nobody to share the good news with.... A Norwegian tourist congratulated us but I just felt na kulang yung selebrasyon. So I went out to brothers place just with my shorts and kamiseta. I brought my new smart phone so that I could continue contacting Doris and friends about how the celebrations are taking place in the Netherlands. Unfortunately I could not find it anymore because I dropped it inside the taxi cab.... Just blame it on some Oranje fever....
Never mind, just as long as Oranje moves to the finals....okay lang.... I will just buy a cheap mobile phone... kahit one thousand pesos lang....
15.2.09
Damayan presents Caregiver
Dear Friends,
Greetings of peace and love!
In celebration of the International Women's Day, it is with great pleasure that we, in cooperation with the United Migrant Domestic Workers, BisDak and Stichting Habagat, are inviting you to the showing of:
The film will be shown in Filipino with English subtitles (please find the synopsis attached) and is intended for the whole family. You may bring guests and/or potential members of our respective organizations. There is no entrance fee. Refreshments will be served upon arrival, followed by dinner.
In the tradition of Damayan's Tigom-tigom, we shall have a short discussion about the film after the showing. Of course, a videoke session to cap the gezellig avond should not be missed.
We are looking forward to your presence.
With kind regards,
In behalf of Damayan's Tigom-tigom Committee,
Jessie Ligan- 06-49104959 Vice President Internal
Astrid Weimer 06-33989179 Secretary
P.S. If you will come to this very memorable gathering please send an e-mail to us for confirmation! Thanks a lot!
For route descriptions to COS Utrecht, please visit http://www.cosutrecht.nl/.
Greetings of peace and love!
In celebration of the International Women's Day, it is with great pleasure that we, in cooperation with the United Migrant Domestic Workers, BisDak and Stichting Habagat, are inviting you to the showing of:
CAREGIVER
a film by Chito Roño
Lead starring Ms. Sharon Cuneta
on Saturday, 7th March 2009 at 1700 hr
in COS Utrecht, Telingstraat 2, 3512 GV Utrecht
a film by Chito Roño
Lead starring Ms. Sharon Cuneta
on Saturday, 7th March 2009 at 1700 hr
in COS Utrecht, Telingstraat 2, 3512 GV Utrecht
The film will be shown in Filipino with English subtitles (please find the synopsis attached) and is intended for the whole family. You may bring guests and/or potential members of our respective organizations. There is no entrance fee. Refreshments will be served upon arrival, followed by dinner.
In the tradition of Damayan's Tigom-tigom, we shall have a short discussion about the film after the showing. Of course, a videoke session to cap the gezellig avond should not be missed.
We are looking forward to your presence.
With kind regards,
In behalf of Damayan's Tigom-tigom Committee,
Jessie Ligan- 06-49104959 Vice President Internal
Astrid Weimer 06-33989179 Secretary
P.S. If you will come to this very memorable gathering please send an e-mail to us for confirmation! Thanks a lot!
For route descriptions to COS Utrecht, please visit http://www.cosutrecht.nl/.
Damayan's Gintong Aral improves school performace of Dugong students
Leila Rispens-Noel, in her blog entitled " Literacy and EcoKids Club Projects in Dugong, Mlang, North Cotabato" reports the big improvement in Dugong Elementary School. Leila tells that "according to Mr. Cyrel Defensor, the principal of Dugong Elementary School, since the Gintong Aral (Golden Education) of Damayan was introduced, the school performance of the pupils has increased enormously. All graduating class passed the national examination and some of them got high scores."
To read more on Leila's blog, click here.
28.12.08
congratulations
| congratulations to the new set of officers 2009-2010 President: Basco Fernandez Vice-presidents: Jessie Kok-Ligan and Jonathan Palero Treasurer: Marites Labora-Violanda Secretary: Astrid Weimer-Camano more power to all!! |
15.12.08
Damayan Christmas Party 2008
You are invited!
on Saturday, the 20th of December
at COS Utrecht Telingstraat 2 3512 GV
damayannl.blogspot.com
The Damayang Pilipino sa Nederland blogspot has been created. This site gives the members of Damayan a venue to interact online.
15.12.06
Damayan Flares Up the End of Summer [02 September 2006]
Before summer finally came to an end this year, Damayan gathered some of the warmest people in The Netherlands to share an afternoon of pinoy film-showing, videoke singing and lots of barbeque eating. This Tigum-tigom of Filipino and Dutch cultures was held last Sept 2 at a cosy abode in Grootmeesteplein, Utrecht. Incidentally, it was also the birthday celebration of Damayan’s new auditor, Josephine Galang-de Boer. She generously prepared the mouth-watering barbeque served during the occasion.
To have a glance on an aspect of Filipino culture, the belief in superstitions, everyone was enjoined to watch the film "Feng Shui". It is a suspense thriller-type of movie, which stars Kris Aquino. The story started when Joy, played by Kris, and her family moved into a new house in a sparsely populated village. For them, this signals a new beginning, a new hope at life. On a not-so-fine day, Joy saw and picked up a package left by a co-passenger in a bus. She realized that it contains a "bagua", a red hexagonal object with a circular mirror at the center which is usually put on walls above house doors for it is believed to drive bad lucks away. Thus, the title Feng-shui, the ancient Chinese practice of placement and arrangement of space, which is claimed to achieve harmony with the environment.
Joy tried to return the bagua to the owner but she was not successful. Being superstitious herself, she kept the bagua and anticipated good things happening to her and her family. Little did she know that this object is cursed. That is, every good luck she gained is paired with a bad one, even death, to each of her friends and loved ones. As the movie proceeds, more deaths and terrifying scenes scare the hell out of the audience. The plot generally points to the suspenseful discovery of how the curse would end.
After the movie, everyone shared in a scrumptious meal composed mainly of grilled chicken, pork and sea foods, with vegetable salads and desserts on the side. For more fun and entertainment, some had the guts to lead the crowd on to videoke singing and dancing, maybe after a few glasses of beer and wine. Altogether, the event had been gezellig! Everyone enjoyed a harmonious company of two different cultures.
To have a glance on an aspect of Filipino culture, the belief in superstitions, everyone was enjoined to watch the film "Feng Shui". It is a suspense thriller-type of movie, which stars Kris Aquino. The story started when Joy, played by Kris, and her family moved into a new house in a sparsely populated village. For them, this signals a new beginning, a new hope at life. On a not-so-fine day, Joy saw and picked up a package left by a co-passenger in a bus. She realized that it contains a "bagua", a red hexagonal object with a circular mirror at the center which is usually put on walls above house doors for it is believed to drive bad lucks away. Thus, the title Feng-shui, the ancient Chinese practice of placement and arrangement of space, which is claimed to achieve harmony with the environment.
Joy tried to return the bagua to the owner but she was not successful. Being superstitious herself, she kept the bagua and anticipated good things happening to her and her family. Little did she know that this object is cursed. That is, every good luck she gained is paired with a bad one, even death, to each of her friends and loved ones. As the movie proceeds, more deaths and terrifying scenes scare the hell out of the audience. The plot generally points to the suspenseful discovery of how the curse would end.
After the movie, everyone shared in a scrumptious meal composed mainly of grilled chicken, pork and sea foods, with vegetable salads and desserts on the side. For more fun and entertainment, some had the guts to lead the crowd on to videoke singing and dancing, maybe after a few glasses of beer and wine. Altogether, the event had been gezellig! Everyone enjoyed a harmonious company of two different cultures.
Damayan breaks ground for a local market for women [10August 2006]
On August 10, barely a year after Damayan won the top prize in the annual Migrant Idea Contest 2005 for the Maria Goes to Town (MGT) Project, a ground was officially broken for the new local market in Cabubuhan, Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental. The ceremony was led by Mayor Santiago Ocot, Jr. and witnessed by the Damayan representative Basco Fernandez.
In his motivational speech, Basco emphasized the role of women in the project and the unique role played by migrants in pursuing development for their communities of origin. The event was also participated by a representative of JEP Consultants, the organization that is responsible for the livelihood training and social preparations of the women. Mayor Ocot ended the event by calling for cooperation among leaders and the public, asking for less politicking to encourage development.
Damayan Elects New Officers [27 May 2006]
On May 27, the General Assembly (GA) of Damayan was held at Buurtcentrum ‘t Dok, Nieuwegein. About 20 members, including the current Executive Committee, were present to take an active participation in this annual occasion. Some tagged along their respective families and friends. Aside from their precious time and efforts, foods were also brought and shared by the generous attendees.
Before the meeting proper, a film entitled “Dubai” and starring Claudine Barretto, Aga Mulach and John Lloyd is shown. As the title implies, the film gives a glimpse of experiences of Filipinos living and working in this middle-eastern city. It is a story of two siblings, played by Aga and John, with the same dreams and aspirations of having a comfortable life after working in a foreign land. However, when an amiable and attractive woman, played by Claudine, crossed their paths, little did they know that everything between them would lead to decisions that could either break or bind their relationship. As every Filipino overseas could relate to this film in one way or another, almost everyone in the audience got teary-eyed after the show.
On the main and more serious agenda of the GA, an update on the current projects of Damayan such as Project Salamat, Gintong Aral and MGT was presented. Then, the existing constitution of the organization was reviewed and revised. Main points for revision were as follows:
1. The change of correspondence address to Damayan at Brigittenstraat 15 3512 KJ Utrecht.
2. The emphasis on responding to the needs of the next generation to cultural heritage as part of the main objectives and purposes of the organization.
3. Majority of Damayan members are Filipino by origin upon receipt of new application for membership from a Non-Filipino resident of The Netherlands.
4. Each member has the freedom to leave or terminate his or her membership in the organization after giving a formal written notice to the Executive Committee.
5. Each member has the duty to pay the annual membership dues of fifteen euros (€15). The collection of such amount is the main responsibility of the treasurer, with the assistance of the Vice-President for Internal Affairs and Secretary.
6. The executive committee (EC) shall be elected by the GA (through show of hands) every two years and six months prior to the start of each term, which starts on the first Saturday of the calendar year. It is composed of a President, two (2) Vice- Presidents (Internal and External), a Secretary and a Treasurer.
7. The Oath taking of officers shall be held during the Damayan Christmas Party.
8. The EC shall ensure funds for other administrative and operational expenditures and shall make efforts to seek financial assistance.
9. Major disbursements of funds shall be decided upon by the EC, who shall draft the Finance policies for approval of the GA.
After everyone has been enlightened about the amended Damayan constitution, the GA nominated and elected the new set of officers for 2007 as follows:
President: Tess de Man-Selibio
Vice-presidents: Yolanda Villanueva (for Internal Affairs) and Basco Fernandez (for External Affairs)
Secretary: Jonathan Palero
Treasurer: Cheryl Panizal
Before the meeting proper, a film entitled “Dubai” and starring Claudine Barretto, Aga Mulach and John Lloyd is shown. As the title implies, the film gives a glimpse of experiences of Filipinos living and working in this middle-eastern city. It is a story of two siblings, played by Aga and John, with the same dreams and aspirations of having a comfortable life after working in a foreign land. However, when an amiable and attractive woman, played by Claudine, crossed their paths, little did they know that everything between them would lead to decisions that could either break or bind their relationship. As every Filipino overseas could relate to this film in one way or another, almost everyone in the audience got teary-eyed after the show.
On the main and more serious agenda of the GA, an update on the current projects of Damayan such as Project Salamat, Gintong Aral and MGT was presented. Then, the existing constitution of the organization was reviewed and revised. Main points for revision were as follows:
1. The change of correspondence address to Damayan at Brigittenstraat 15 3512 KJ Utrecht.
2. The emphasis on responding to the needs of the next generation to cultural heritage as part of the main objectives and purposes of the organization.
3. Majority of Damayan members are Filipino by origin upon receipt of new application for membership from a Non-Filipino resident of The Netherlands.
4. Each member has the freedom to leave or terminate his or her membership in the organization after giving a formal written notice to the Executive Committee.
5. Each member has the duty to pay the annual membership dues of fifteen euros (€15). The collection of such amount is the main responsibility of the treasurer, with the assistance of the Vice-President for Internal Affairs and Secretary.
6. The executive committee (EC) shall be elected by the GA (through show of hands) every two years and six months prior to the start of each term, which starts on the first Saturday of the calendar year. It is composed of a President, two (2) Vice- Presidents (Internal and External), a Secretary and a Treasurer.
7. The Oath taking of officers shall be held during the Damayan Christmas Party.
8. The EC shall ensure funds for other administrative and operational expenditures and shall make efforts to seek financial assistance.
9. Major disbursements of funds shall be decided upon by the EC, who shall draft the Finance policies for approval of the GA.
After everyone has been enlightened about the amended Damayan constitution, the GA nominated and elected the new set of officers for 2007 as follows:
President: Tess de Man-Selibio
Vice-presidents: Yolanda Villanueva (for Internal Affairs) and Basco Fernandez (for External Affairs)
Secretary: Jonathan Palero
Treasurer: Cheryl Panizal
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