In this episode, Direk Rene returns to feature the House of Musa in New Zealand.
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Good Inspiration presents various points of views that inspire us to be our best selves
Rwanda forever! A Filipino’s purposeful visit to the Land of Thousand Hills
The first thing that comes to mind for Filipinos when thinking of trips abroad would be Singapore, Thailand, or Japan. Even wondering of a chance encounter with BTS in South Korea would be a dream come true! Never would I have thought that I would be visiting the Land of a Thousand Hills, Rwanda. This landlocked country in Central Africa has numerous attractions such as Lake Kivu, where you could pick out fresh tea leaves, and Akagera National Park for your safari game drive experience. The best part about the country is that it is Visa-free for Filipinos!
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House of Musa Catwalk Coach Raine Symons’ Dancer-Teacher Journey from Philippines to New Zealand
In this PsTV5+ Barangay New Zealand episode, Pia interviews House of MUSA New Zealand’s catwalk coach and model-advocate artistic director of Flores de MUSA, Raine Symons.
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From Filipino Immigrant to Immigrant Rights Defender: How Gheneva Brought Filipino Values to Canada
A young Filipina had already bought her Accountancy books for the following school year when her mother notified her that she will be migrating to Canada to become a permanent resident. With her luggage ready, she could not shake off the fear of leaving behind a life she built in the Philippines. New country, new university, new college program, and a new adventure – this is Gheneva Aleta’s story from being an immigrant to now working with and for immigrants in Canada.
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Empowered sisters who became MUSA model-advocates
In this PsTV5+ Barangay New Zealand episode, Pia interviews Flores de MUSA New Zealand’s model sisters, Kendall and Izarra.
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A bright future for Philippine Studies at York University
York University received a historic donation of 5 million pesos from the Philippine government on November 2022. The first of its kind in Canada where a Canadian institution received funding directly from the Philippine government.
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How Did Kian Laylo, a Pinoy Mechanical Engineering Student, Become MUSA New Zealand’s Model Advocate? Unveiling the Story
In this PsTV5+ Barangay New Zealand episode, Pia interviews Flores de MUSA New Zealand’s model who embodies what it is like being a MAN WITH A PURPOSE, Kian Laylo.
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Dra. Jo Always On The Go: How Maximizing University Alumni Relations Bring Out the Best in Others
I fondly remember the opening of the year 2020 when Dr. Jocelyn Z. Mariano, a loving mother of four children, told us to ready our baggage for an Alumni Homecoming of Thomasian Doctors in San Francisco. Mom was elected president of the UST Medical Alumni Association and officers were always invited to attend events in the States.
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Meet the Remarkable Filipino-Kiwi Finalist Shaking Up Ms. New Zealand 2023: Alpha Tan’s Inspiring Journey as a MUSA Model-Advocate Revealed
In this PsTV5+ Barangay New Zealand episode, Pia and Jace interview Flores de MUSA New Zealand model advocate Alpha Tan, an employment advocate for mental health & at-risk communities, singer-songwriter, and Ms. New Zealand 2023 Finalist.
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Thai youth discover purpose through UN volunteerism
Numerous young people struggle to find what they are passionate about. With many options and advocacies available, youth would often ask themselves “Where do I fit in?” Some youth develop it over time from a personal struggle or perhaps learned the value of protecting the planet and human dignity in school.
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Occupational Therapist youths innovate healthcare access through Telerehabilitation Aruga Clinic
The year 2020 opened with the tragic onset of the COVID-19 pandemic that took away the motivation of thousands of young people. Experts believe that the public health crisis of the lockdown is a children’s rights crisis simultaneously as children cannot play outside and receive equitable social protection.
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Uncovering Auckland’s Hidden Earth Day Treasures: What the City Has Been Keeping Secret All Along
In this PsTV5+ Barangay New Zealand episode, Direk Rene presents for Earth Day the secrets in the city of Auckland where he lives.
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