2025 marks 25 years of Filipina women leadership.
From October 26-31, 2025, we return to San Francisco where it all began, for the 21st Filipina Leadership Global Summit.
It will be a grand reunion of every awardee, every member, and every Filipina woman who has shaped this movement since 2001. For those who received their awards in 2007, this is your chance to see how the legacy has grown.
For those who joined in recent years, this is your moment to connect with the Filipina women who paved the way. And for those yet to come, this is where history meets the future. SUPER Early Bird until Feb 28 for awardees/members ONLY.
Want to help shape this momentous occasion?
We welcome your energy and ideas! Sign up for the Grand Reunion Steering Committee here before March 15.
FWN Event Guide
April 2: DISRUPTing New York organized by FWN Ambassador to New York Nora Galleros
May 10: DISRUPTing Los Angeles organized by FWN Ambassador to Southern California Ellen Samson
June 3: DISRUPTing Manila organized by FWN Ambassador to Manila Rosemarie Rafael
June 6: DISRUPTing Cebu by FWN Ambassador to Cebu Mariquita Yeung
Connecting To your Pinay Roots
Filipino Food Finds Fans in Santa Maria
Capuno's Lutong Bahay is shaking up Santa Maria’s food scene with an exciting introduction to authentic Filipino flavors! Opened in December 2023, this family-run restaurant is serving up mouthwatering dishes like adobo and lumpia, along with all-day breakfast options. Read more here.
Filipino Food’s Greatest Hits Come Supersized at This Western Sydney Spot
““We want to help Filipino families connect with their roots and their culture,” Tim tells Broadsheet. Sir Manong opened in 2020 and has been so popular that the Casajes opened a second spot in Chatswood late last year.
“The dishes are about preserving Filipino traditions for future generations, even though we’re far from home. Every dish has a story, and everyone has their favourite.”"
‘Filipinotown’ cultural district proposed for Las Vegas
Exciting news for Las Vegas! A proposed Filipinotown cultural district could soon celebrate the vibrant Filipino community along Maryland Parkway. Featuring over 25 Filipino-owned businesses, this hub promises to honor Filipino contributions, boost local businesses, and foster community pride. With over 200,000 Filipinos in Nevada, this district will be a beacon of heritage and unity. Pending approval, construction could begin next year. Read more here.
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Filipino students at Princeton call for Tagalog language program
“Following in the footsteps of Harvard and Yale, which have already introduced Tagalog language courses, the Princeton Filipino Community Board (PFC) recently organized the inaugural Filipino Ivy League (FIL) Conference in hopes to integrate a Tagalog class offering at the university.
The conference was a significant step in amplifying the voices of Filipino students across Ivy League institutions, particularly in their advocacy for a formal Filipino language program at Princeton.”
Read full feature here.
MYX Partners with Pinoys on Parliament 2025 to Celebrate Filipino-Canadian Youth Leadership with Music, Culture, and Inspiration
“The 7th annual Pinoys on Parliament (POP), Canada’s largest Filipino-Canadian youth leadership conference, returns to Ottawa from February 21st to 23rd, 2025, bringing together young leaders from across the country for a weekend of empowerment, education, and cultural celebration. This year, MYX, the leading platform for Filipino music and entertainment, is back to join the conference to amplify the voices of the next generation of Filipino artists and leaders.”
Read full feature here.
Pinay Power Toolkit:
Resources, Insights, & Updates
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tribute to Legacy
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Remembering Margarita Forés, Global FWN100™️ 2016
Margarita Araneta Forés was a renowned Filipino chef and restaurateur celebrated for her significant contributions to both Italian and Filipino cuisines. In 1997, slaunched the acclaimed Italian restaurant chain, Cibo. Her culinary ventures expanded to include establishments like Lusso, Grace Park, and Alta. In 2016, Forés was honored as Asia's Best Female Chef, recognizing her culinary excellence and entrepreneurial spirit. That same year, she was recognized as one of the Most Influential Filipina Women in the World, cementing her legacy as a trailblazer who inspired generations of restaurateurs and Filipina women leaders.
ACTION NOW
Send our way exciting updates about your career, business, or advocacy work.
If you, or a Filipina woman you know, is an elected or appointed official at the city, state, or federal level in any country, please send the details including a photo so we can feature on ePahayagan and on https://filipinawomensnetwork.org/elected-and-appointed-officials webpage.
If you are awarded a grant or accepted into an accelerator or fellowship, share with us your news.
Send your updates, along with photos and complete details, to epahayagan@ffwn.org by February 25, 2025. Let’s celebrate your success!
