The Commission on Filipinos Overseas proudly announces the recipients of the 2024 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO), which include thirteen (13) distinguished and outstanding overseas Filipinos and foreign individuals and organizations from nine (9) countries who will be honored by His Excellency, President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. in December 2024 at the Malacañan Palace.. ...

Following her insightful public lecture at UP Diliman for engineering students, 𝗗𝗿. 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗬. 𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗼-𝗔𝗯𝗮𝘆𝗮, a 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀 (𝗣𝗔𝗙𝗜𝗢𝗢) 𝙋𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙖 𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙤 Awardee, continued her mission of advocating for science and technology by serving as the Guest Scientist for the Manila Science High School (𝗠𝗮𝗦𝗰𝗶) STEM Talks on January 22, 2025.. ...

The Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO) honorees— Ms. Zita Cabais, Dr. Melvin Senicas, Dr. Leo-Felix Jurado, Dr. Elvy Barroso, and Dr. Janet Cuaycong—took center stage in a thought-provoking roundtable discussion hosted by The Manila Times on December 14, 2024... ...

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO), in collaboration with Mapúa University, proudly invites you to the PAFIOO Masterclass on Monday, December 16, 2024, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 NN, at the Mapua Cinema, Mapua Makati, 1191 Pablo Ocampo Sr. Ext, Makati, Metro Manila. ...

Recipients of the recent Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (L-R) Zita Cabais, Janet Cuaycong, Dr. Elvy Barroso, Leo-Felix Jurado and Dr. Melvin Sanicas answer questions from The Manila Times (TMT) reporters during an interview at the newsroom in Intramuros, Manila, on Dec. 14 2024.. ...

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) will hold a post-awards testimonial dinner on December 13, 2024, at the Marriott Hotel, Pasay City, to honor the 13 outstanding recipients of the 2024 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO). This special event follows President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s formal conferral of the prestigious awards at Malacañan Palace on December 11, 2024.. ...

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. recognized overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and organizations that have excelled in their respective fields and contributed to the progress of their host nations and the Philippines during the 2024 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas.. ...

We are delighted to announce the distinguished recipients of the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬 (𝐏𝐀𝐅𝐈𝐎𝐎)!...

Today, we gather and celebrate at the Malacañan Palace to honor the extraordinary Filipinos and organizations who have made lasting impacts around the world.. ...

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. recognized 13 honorees of the 2024 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO) on Wednesday for bringing pride to the Philippines and Filipinos abroad. ....

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) has announced 13 recipients of the 2024 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO). The awards, recognizing exceptional contributions to the welfare of Filipinos and national development, will be conferred by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on December 11, 2024, at Malacañan Palace.. ...

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas proudly announces the recipients of the 2024 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO), which include thirteen (13) distinguished and outstanding overseas Filipinos and foreign individuals and organizations from nine (9) countries who will be honored by His Excellency, President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. in December 2024 at the Malacañan Palace.. ...

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas is pleased to inform the public that nomination is now open for the 2024 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO). The PAFIOO is a biennial search to honor and recognize overseas Filipinos and other individuals or organizations who contribute to Philippine development initiatives or promote the cause and interest of the Filipino diaspora/overseas Filipino communities. The awards are also given to overseas Filipinos who have exceptionally distinguished themselves in their work or profession, and have thereby brought pride to the Filipino nation. ...

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas is pleased to inform the public that nominations are now open for the 2024 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO).....

During the courtesy visit, Dr. Fernandez shared with CFO her life as an overseas Filipino who lived and worked in Japan, Singapore, Belgium, and the United States. As a doctor and multi-awarded and highly respected woman healthcare executive, she authored a book entitled “The Expat” where she narrates her challenges and powerful life lessons from living, working, and traveling around the world.....

At first glance, the reader might think that this is yet another book of a personal journey. Indeed, it is a record of real-life events that shaped Mr. Sergio’s life in a way that is relevant to the world of community leadership. What makes this book unique, however, is that it started to take shape during a global pandemic – an uncertain time when people somehow knew they would never be the same again....

Kapatiran at Ugnayan ng Natatanging Sining at Talento Filipino (KUNST Filipino), in collaboration with Music for Environment and Nation Development (MEND), Art’e Bauan, and Obrang organized “Lakbay Sining sa Limasawa” a free music and visual art workshop last March 3-5, 2023 in Limasawa, Southern Leyte. ...

Looking back at his journey as an overseas Filipino worker (OFW), Engr. Balboa shared with Secretary Arugay his commitment and efforts to supporting the professional development of OFW engineers and other professionals in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) which paved the way for the establishment of the Philippine Council of Engineers and Architects (PCEA), an umbrella organization ...

During the visit, Mr. Villagonzalo recounted his journey as a Filipino migrant in Australia and how volunteerism has helped him achieve a sense of belongingness in his host community. He also shared his past and current undertakings, as well as his plans and ideas for the welfare of overseas Filipino and other migrant communities in Australia.....

The prestigious Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO) were presented recently to 56 recipients in simple ceremonies at the Manila Marriott Hotel....

After extensive deliberation of 117 nominations from 31 countries across Asia, North and South America, Europe, and Australia, 56 marvelous Filipino individuals and organizations based abroad are set to receive the most prestigious accolade the Philippine government bestows upon overseas Filipino individuals and organizations who have uplifted lives through philanthropic initiatives and exceptional contributions in...

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) is pleased to announce to the public the fifty-six (56) distinguished and outstanding overseas Filipinos and foreign-based organizations from 20 countries and territories who will be honored by President Rodrigo Roa Duterte with the 2021 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO)...

The PAFIOO deliberations are still ongoing at various stages and the proceedings remain confidential until the Office of the President (OP) has confirmed the selection..

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) reminds interested overseas Filipinos and the public that they only have until 31 May 2021 to submit their endorsed nominations for the Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO).

Starting February 1, 2021, the Commission on Filipinos Overseas will be accepting nominations and entries to the 2021 Migration Advocacy and Media (MAM) Awards. Established in 2011, the Awards aim to recognize the significant role of the media in the promotion and advocacy of various issues on Filipino migration and development.

CFO Secretary Francisco P. Acosta said that the Awards are “our modest tribute for the powerful influence of media in articulating and shaping the narrative of Philippine migration, in advocating the cause of Filipinos overseas, and for showing the world the colorful journey of our Filipino migrants.” Eligible for the Awards are works by government and private media outlets, institutions and practitioners in the fields of print, radio, movie and television, advertising and interactive media. The categories include Print Journalism Award (magazine, newsletter/newspaper, book), Radio Journalism Award (radio program), Television Journalism Award (TV program, TV series, TV special, interstitial), Film Media Award (movie, documentary, short film), Interactive Media Award (website, blog, Vlog), Advertisement Award, and Media Advocate Award. The newest category - the Media Advocate Award is intended for media personalities and migration advocates. The entries/ nominees must have raised public awareness on issues on Filipino migration, advocated the cause of overseas Filipinos and/or promoted a positive image of overseas Filipinos.

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) extends the deadline of submission of nominations for the Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organization Overseas (PAFIOO) from 31 December 2020 to 31 May 2021.

This is in consideration of the on-going COVID-19 global pandemic, which has afflicted countries across the globe and restricted mobility of people, as well as the requests of some Filipino communities overseas and diaspora organizations. The CFO is fully aware that the priorities of the countries right now, including the Philippine diplomatic posts, is in protecting the health and welfare of the people, and providing assistance to those afflicted with and affected by the disease. These valid concerns prompted the CFO-Awards Secretariat headed by Justice Francisco P. Acosta, to extend the nomination period to give a chance to qualified overseas Filipinos to participate, especially those OF health workers and other frontliners who sacrificed a lot in helping fight this pandemic.

Due to COVID-19 pandemic afflicting countries across the globe, the Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) would like to inform the public that the submission of nominations to the 2020 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organization Overseas (PAFIOO) has been extended from 31 July 2020 to 31 December 2020.

President Rodrigo Duterte hailed overseas Filipinos, OFW families and organizations, as he conferred the Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO) to 25 outstanding OFs and organizations and Model OFW Family of the Year Award (MOFYA) to six families on December 5, 2018 at Malacañang Palace.

CFO Secretary Justice Francisco P. Acosta announces the opening today, 15 August 2019, of the 2020 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO) or the Gawad Pangulo.  

For more info, check out www.cfo.gov.ph.

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte and the recipients of the 2018 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas.

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas is pleased to inform the public that nominations are now open for the 2020 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas.

President Rodrigo Duterte will confer the Presidential Awards to 25 distinguished and outstanding overseas Filipinos and foreign-based organizations during an Awarding Ceremony to be held at Malacañan Palace on December 5, 2018. The awardees come from 12 countries and territories and had gone through a rigorous four-stage selection process involving multi-sectoral representation. The Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO) is the highest honour given by the Philippine government to Filipinos and organizations based overseas. 
 

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas hosted a Pre-Awards Testimonial Dinner in honor of the 2018 Presidential Awardees on December 3, 2018 at the Manila Hotel. CFO Secretary Justice Francisco “Nick” Acosta and Usec. Astravel Pimentel-Naik welcomed and gave “plaque of commendation” to all the awardees who are based overseas.

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas will host a Pre-Awards Testimonial Dinner in honor of the 2018 Presidential Awardees - outstanding Filipino individuals and organizations overseas - on December 3, 2018 at The Manila Hotel. CFO Secretary Justice Francisco “Nick Acosta” and Usec. Astravel Pimentel-Naik will lead the social event as a way of touching base and thanking the awardees for their valuable contributions to Philippine development and assistance to Filipino communities. President Rodrigo Duterte will confer the awards in a ceremonial rite on December 5 at Malacanan Palace.

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte and the awardees of the 2016 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas.

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas is pleased to inform the public that nominations are now open for the Year 2018 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas.

The Presidential Awards is a biennial search to honor and recognize overseas Filipinos and other individuals or organizations which contribute to Philippine development initiatives, or promote the interests of overseas Filipino communities. The awards are also given to overseas Filipinos who have exceptionally distinguished themselves in their work or profession, and have thereby brought pride to the Filipino nation. A distinct category in the awards is also reserved for foreign individuals or organizations for their exceptional contribution to the Philippines and for advancing the cause of overseas Filipino communities. Since its inception in 1991, the awards have already been bestowed upon 460 Filipino individuals and organization overseas from 51 countries and territories.

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas is pleased to inform the public that nominations are now open for the Year 2018 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas.

The Presidential Awards is a biennial search to honor and recognize overseas Filipinos and other individuals or organizations which contribute to Philippine development initiatives, or promote the interests of overseas Filipino communities. The awards are also given to overseas Filipinos who have exceptionally distinguished themselves in their work or profession, and have thereby brought pride to the Filipino nation. A distinct category in the awards is also reserved for foreign individuals or organizations for their exceptional contribution to the Philippines and for advancing the cause of overseas Filipino communities. Since its inception in 1991, the awards have already been bestowed upon 460 Filipino individuals and organization overseas from 51 countries and territories.

Statement of Secretary Edwin Lacierda:
On the week of December 1-5, 2014

[December 1, 2014]

[Excerpt]

On Friday, the President will attend the 2014 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO) and host a ceremonial dinner for the awardees and their families. The biennial awards recognize Filipino individuals and overseas organizations that have made significant contributions to our country’s development, either by exhibiting professional excellence or by advancing the cause of Filipino communities abroad.

The Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas is a biennial awards system intended to give recognition to Filipinos and other individuals or organizations that contribute to Philippine development and progress, or promote the interests of overseas Filipino communities. The awards are also given to Filipinos overseas who have distinguished themselves in their profession and have brought honor to the Filipino people.

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