Showing posts with label Pinoy Expat/OFW Blog Awards. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pinoy Expat/OFW Blog Awards. Show all posts
Saturday, December 15, 2012
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
PEBA Statement Re House Bill 6195 by Representative Ma. Theresa Bonoan - David
PEBA,
Inc., a global organization will continue to sound the voice of the OFWs using
Social Media as our platform. As an advocate of the Overseas Filipino Workers,
we strongly denounce the proposed bill of Rep. Ma. Theresa Bonoan-David amend
the Republic Act 8042 and to add and collect 50$ fee for each departing OFW. We
consider this as an additional burden for the already heavily laden workers.
We implore Hon.
Bonoan-David to retract this bill or we will continue to raise our blogs and walls
to protect the OFWs from this thoughtless proposition, you will then be held
accountable before millions of Filipinos who have a member of their families
working abroad.
May this will serve as a warning to any
agencies and government officials that we remain vigilant and will voice our
disagreement to issues that directly affects the OFWs.
©2012 Pinoy Expats/OFW Blog Awards
Monday, May 23, 2011
LCD TV, NETBOOK and PHONES from NOKIA and PEBA
Nokia Essay Writing Contest and Raffle
Share to us a creative essay on how you use your Nokia phones to connect to your love ones and/or your most memorable experiences/moments with your Nokia phones. You can be as unique and inspiring as you want.
Who can join?
Any blogger can join the contest and raffle promo, local or OFW. All PEBA blog entry nominees are automatically included in the raffle promo.
When is the start of the posting of entries?
May 01, 2011 up to November 01, 2011
What are the prizes?
Initial raffle items and prizes for the raffle to be won are the following: LCD TV, Netbook, Nokia Mobile Phones and other gadgets. For the best Nokia Entry post, a Nokia mobile phone to be announced later.
How to join?
There are two contests for PEBA 2011 and Nokia Philippines
A) Essay / Blog Writing Contest
Essay/Blog Writing Contest about your most memorable experience with your Nokia phone.
a) Any Filipino blogger at home and overseas can submit/join.
b) An online form will be provided for the entrants to fill the details of the owner, blog and link of the blog entry. SEE BELOW
c) Submission of entry starts May 31, 2011 and ends on November 01, 2011.
d) Winners will be judged by Nokia representatives and PEBA officers.
B) Raffle through OVI Apps
a) All Essay/Blog Entrants are automatically included in the raffle promo.
b) In any case that the winner of the essay contest will win in the raffle’s major prize, he can claim the highest valued prize.
c) To join the raffle, any blogger can apply their blog into an OVI Nokia Application by filling the application here http://www.ovi.com/appwizard
d) Once your blog was approved as an application, you must display the banner in your blog sidebar and notify PEBA by emailing contact@pinoyblogawards.com with approved OVI link at the body of the email.
e) An online list of raffle entrants will be published at the PEBA website.
f) Raffle will be drawn on the night of the awarding ceremony of the PEBA 2011 Awards.
g) All winners must present a valid ID when claiming the prize.
h) Failure to claim the prize after 30 days of the notification will be forfeited.
BLOG ENTRY DETAILS FORM
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
The Flight of the Butterfly {PEBA 2011}
Japan sees the butterfly as a personification of a person's soul. Butterflies flying together is a symbol of love in China. The Philippines sees the butterfly as the symbol of a soul visiting or rebirth or good luck. In Greek mythology, a butterfly is related to fire. You know what the Pink Tarha associate butterflies with? The Overseas Filipino Workers. Us.
And why not? The three main characteristics of the butterfly also apply to the OFWs and Filipino expats all over the world. First...polymorphism, the occurrence of more than one form. From an egg to a larvae to a pupa to an imago, butterflies undergo differences in appearance and state. They change their looks, too, according to their location and the seasons. Filipinos, in a way, are like that. We change ourselves according to where we are to adapt and adjust, but we're still Filipinos. Just like the Filipinas in Riyadh wearing the abaya and thetarha. We wear them outside because we're in Saudi Arabia but inside, we're still Filipinos. Second, mimicry. The butterfly imitate other species to enjoy the protection of an attribute they do not share with others. We global Filipinos do not necessarily imitate other nationalities but we abide and respect their culture, tradition, and laws because we're in their country. And lastly, migration. We, like the butterflies, are capable of long distance flights to thrive and settle in other places. Do we need to elaborate this more?
So, it's not surprising to see the butterfly as the symbol of the Pinoy Expats/OFWs Blog Awards. PEBA has used a butterfly, in the colors of the Philippine flag, logo ever since and the Pink Tarha hasn't really put a thought into why. So we hope we're correct in our interpretation (or maybe close to it?). Choosing the butterfly is a brilliant idea, don't you think? The butterflies are really dainty, fragile creatures but they possess the most amazing attributes. They're stronger than what you think. Like all the Filipinos worldwide.
The Pink Tarha is in full support of this year's PEBA with the theme,"Ako'y Magbabalik, Hatid Ko'y Pagbabago" (I Will Return, I Will Bring Change). This is not only a motto but a challenge to all global Pinoys to return to the Philippines and bring CHANGE. True, we already help with our remittances but this year, PEBA urges us to go beyond that. We, armed with our skills, talents, and knowledge, and the experiences from the countries we've been to, are being challenged to act and contribute in the different aspects of the Philippine society.
And why not? The three main characteristics of the butterfly also apply to the OFWs and Filipino expats all over the world. First...polymorphism, the occurrence of more than one form. From an egg to a larvae to a pupa to an imago, butterflies undergo differences in appearance and state. They change their looks, too, according to their location and the seasons. Filipinos, in a way, are like that. We change ourselves according to where we are to adapt and adjust, but we're still Filipinos. Just like the Filipinas in Riyadh wearing the abaya and thetarha. We wear them outside because we're in Saudi Arabia but inside, we're still Filipinos. Second, mimicry. The butterfly imitate other species to enjoy the protection of an attribute they do not share with others. We global Filipinos do not necessarily imitate other nationalities but we abide and respect their culture, tradition, and laws because we're in their country. And lastly, migration. We, like the butterflies, are capable of long distance flights to thrive and settle in other places. Do we need to elaborate this more?
So, it's not surprising to see the butterfly as the symbol of the Pinoy Expats/OFWs Blog Awards. PEBA has used a butterfly, in the colors of the Philippine flag, logo ever since and the Pink Tarha hasn't really put a thought into why. So we hope we're correct in our interpretation (or maybe close to it?). Choosing the butterfly is a brilliant idea, don't you think? The butterflies are really dainty, fragile creatures but they possess the most amazing attributes. They're stronger than what you think. Like all the Filipinos worldwide.
The fourth season of PEBA.
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The Pink Tarha believes that the OFWs are heroes but more than being modern heroes, we can become mavens --- trusted experts in various fields who seek to pass knowledge and skills on to others! Imagine the possibilities! But then first, we need to come home. To return not simply for a pleasurable vacation but to return with a more nationalistic, community-centric purpose and approach. We implore you to become mavens in your own right. Start by joining the PEBA 2011!Heroes' Homecoming Towards Change. Despite the varied reasons why Filipinos go abroad, nationalism is still evident on the narratives of the 12 million Filipinos scattered all over the world. PEBA has witnessed how OFWs take pride of our Filipino roots, our culture and our race. Filipinos abroad, after they have followed their dreams, have chosen to return, evident on how we are called... "Balikbayan." They return to share their talents, skills and fortunes in an effort to bring change to the families left behind, communities and country. Thus, PEBA 2011 is dedicated to our "balikbayans", the unsung heroes of our time. Their homecoming brings a spark of change to the lives of their loved ones and their homeland.We call on our Filipino expatriates around the world to continue their roles as Global Ambassadors of our country in foreign lands by promoting and patronizing our locally-made products, making the Philippines the first stop destination for holidays and investing in the home country. We ask them to teach their children and their foreign spouses on the positive Filipino values and the Filipino language. Let’s be proud of our race, for nationalism knows no time and bounderies. [more]
We urge you to follow the flight of the butterfly... start slowly, then spread your wings, and see the world. No matter how small or frail you are, have the courage to go the distance!
Butterfly photos from The Gilded Bee.
This entry is written by the Pink Tarha ladies and first posted in the Pink Tarha blog.
©2011 Pinoy Expats/OFW Blog Awards
Saturday, April 9, 2011
HEROES HOMECOMING TOWARDS CHANGE
PEBA’S 2011 THEME RALLIES ON HEROES HOMECOMING TOWARDS CHANGE
Note: The photo of a boy holding a flag is an official entry of Analindenhann from Copenhagen Denmark to the 2010 Pinoy Expats/OFW Blog Awards International Photo Contest
The First Quarter Storm
The first quarter of 2011 is perhaps the most turbulent days of the Overseas Filipino Workers as they witness the political revolution in the Middle East and North Africa where thousands of OFWs were caught in the middle of domestic conflicts in countries such as Egypt, Bahrain, Oman, Yemen, Saudi Arabia and Libya.
Even with these appalling events, Filipinos remain determined to continue following their dreams through migration in order to survive domestic poverty. The world could be cruel and unforgiving but also highly rewarding... because in every struggle, heroes emerge.
Even with these appalling events, Filipinos remain determined to continue following their dreams through migration in order to survive domestic poverty. The world could be cruel and unforgiving but also highly rewarding... because in every struggle, heroes emerge.
Leaving Is Not A Matter of Choice, Coming Back Is
Despite the varied reasons why Filipinos go abroad, nationalism is still evident on the narratives of the 12 million Filipinos scattered all over the world. PEBA has witnessed how OFWs take pride of our Filipino roots, our culture and our race. Filipinos abroad, after they have followed their dreams, have chosen to return, evident on how we are called... "Balikbayan." They return to share their talents, skills and fortunes in an effort to bring change to the families left behind, communities and country. Thus, PEBA 2011 is dedicated to our "balikbayans", the unsung heroes of our time. Their homecoming brings a spark of change to the lives of their loved ones and their homeland. PEBA 2011 honor them with the theme,
"Ako'y Magbabalik, Hatid Ko'y Pagbabago." (I Will Return, I Will Bring Change.)
The PEBA 2011 Challenge
PEBA 2011 will attempt to remind the P-Noy administration to solicit, listen and heed the advice our OFWs who have been the forefront of finding solutions on the world’s most powerful economies. It's about time that instead of concentrating on labor-export policy, this administration start tapping the professional services of OFWs in various areas of expertise in rebuilding our country's infrastructures and basic services by offering them job positions in government offices to be administration partners in nation-building.
We call on our Filipino expatriates around the world to continue their roles as Global Ambassadors of our country in foreign lands by promoting and patronizing our locally-made products, making the Philippines the first stop destination for holidays and investing in the home country. We ask them to teach their children and their foreign spouses on the positive Filipino values and the Filipino language. Let’s be proud of our race, for nationalism knows no time and bounderies.
Expats, OFWs and Bloggers, They’re Heroes That Multiplies
To our Global Filipino bloggers, as the curtain rises for PEBA 2011 in celebration of our nation’s historic "Araw ng Kagitingan"; let us look back on the heroes of La Solidaridad - Rizal, Del Pilar, Ponce, Paterno, Jacinto, Lopez-Jaena , etc. who were the Filipinos reformists in Spain who used instead of the sword to campaign for changes in the Spanish-governed Philippine islands through essays, speeches, news articles, and other literary and journalistic forms. Their efforts ultimately led to the Philippine independence from Spain. Today, PEBA invites our bloggers to write and post topics on "Balikbayan" (Returnees), "Homecoming" and the positive "changes" and benefits it brings to their families, relatives and friends, to the community and to our country, the Philippines.
We call on our bloggers worldwide to share their stories - through essays and anecdotes, literary and journalistic forms, videos and photos on their quest for the real change that they want to be - for their own selves, for their families, communities and country on their plan homecoming or recent “balikbayan” experiences that bring positive change to the lives of their love ones. And to our non-OFW bloggers, we seek your talents to share with us your expectations and memorable experiences gained during the homecoming events of your returning family members, relatives or friends.
Like Rizal, Luna and Ninoy, 12 million OFWs have crossed borders to work, learn culture and technologies abroad in their effort to battle poverty in our courtyard; soon they will return and apply their knowledge and wealth to bring the change they want for their families, relatives, communities and country - for heroes never die, they just multiply.
This season will put a challenge to our Global Filipinos to flex its muscles to show that with the unity of its great numbers, it can be a potent force for political change, that OFWs can stop this culture of corruption, exploitation, and fraud and steer our country to greater heights by participating in a mature political exercise by participating in the Overseas Absentee Voting and joining forums and social organizations abroad that promote Filipino values and socio-economic assistance to OFWs and kababayans back home.
To the private sectors that have economically benefited on the remittances and homecoming spending of the OFW and their families; PEBA calls for your support on the advocacy programs and projects of the Government, LGUs and NGOs that promote values and welfare of the OFWs.
PEBA calls on POEA and OWWA to improve its reintegration program for returning, retiring and displaced OFWs. We ask this administration to restore an estimated 46 percent budget cut to the Department of Foreign Affairs 2012 budget and to increase funds to assist OFWs in Japan and the Middle East countries.
As the quarter storm closes, we prayed and mourned for the loss of our OFW compatriots, Sally, Ramon and Elizabeth who were executed in China. A painful lesson for every Filipinos to be careful and not to allow ourselves to be used as drug couriers.
Hundreds of OFWs are still missing in New Zealand after a devastating earthquake hit the country. In Japan, the horrifying series of earthquakes and tsunami that swept the Japanese shores where hundreds of OFWs are still unaccounted for and the continuing threat of radiation exposure remain an unending nightmare to the survivors.
Hundreds of OFWs are still missing in New Zealand after a devastating earthquake hit the country. In Japan, the horrifying series of earthquakes and tsunami that swept the Japanese shores where hundreds of OFWs are still unaccounted for and the continuing threat of radiation exposure remain an unending nightmare to the survivors.
©2011 Pinoy Expats/OFW Blog Awards
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Monday, January 31, 2011
The 2010 PEBA Best International Photos of the Year
The
PEBA 2010 Organizers is pleased to announced the Top 10 Winners of the
concluded PEBA 2010 International Photo Contest Awards. As we indicated before,
the Top 3 winners will receive trophies, gift packs and certificate from our
sponsors. Our winners from 4th to the 10th will receive a
certificate by email, or they can get the sealed certificate from our PEBA
volunteers in Manila. Please email photos@pinoyblogawards.com for
more details in claiming the certificates, gifts and trophies.
Rank 1
will receive a gift certificate worth P30,000.00 courtesy of the prestigious John Robert Powers International Modelling School, and a certificate and trophy.
by Roger Alfonso, a Civil Engineer from DUBAI, UAE
Interpretations/Short Explanation: Manuel, an OFW welder in Dubai showing his tough job
Rank 2
will receive a gift certificate worth P25,000.00 courtesy of the prestigious John Robert Powers International Modelling School, and a certificate and trophy.
Interpretations/Short Explanation: "Rehas sa
gitna ng karagatan"
Rank 3
will receive a gift certificate worth P20,000.00 courtesy of the prestigious John Robert Powers International Modelling School, and a certificate and trophy.
by Dodeth Vergara, a Public Relation Officer based from Singapore
Interpretations/Short Explanation: "Ngiting Tatak Pinoy" a Filipino bird trainor after the show was still beaming his sunny smile.
and each will receive a certificate
Rank 4
Rank 5
Rank 6
Rank 7
Rank 8
Rank 9
will receive a gift certificate worth P5,000.00 courtesy of the prestigious John Robert Powers International Modelling School, and a certificate.
Also, the Most Liked Photo entry.
Rank 10
Our sincerest apology for the late
announcement of the competition results, to all the winners, their
representatives and friends, and the contest participants and photo enthusiasts
who has endured the confusions and disappointments on our failure to announce
the above winners during the PEBA Awards Night.
In behalf of the PEBA Organization, I admit
that words are not enough to comfort the emotional pains, and I apologize in
complete humility and beg forgiveness for the inconvenience and
embarrassment that this event has caused to the participants and followers of
the PEBA 2010 International Photo Contest as I pray for your forgiveness and
magnanimity.
As we move towards a new PEBA season and in
consultation with our sponsors, we are exploring the possibilities of holding a
photo exhibit presenting the Photo Contest Winners of both PEBA 2009 and 2010
along with the participants of the upcoming 2011 PEBA Int'l Photo competition.
Lastly, our deepest gratitude to the PEBA
volunteers, supporters, Partners and Sponsors of the concluded PEBA 2010 that
despite of our imperfections you have indicated your commitment and support to
PEBA Inc. as we prepare our 4th PEBA Annual Awards.
May our flaws and imperfections provide us
individually and as a Team the potential to improve and build ourselves with
our own sheer power and will, and with the help of others as well; as we
continue with our mission in reaching out with our Global Filipinos through the
acts of volunteerism.
Mr. Jebee Kenji Solis
Founding Chairman, PEBA, Inc.
©2010 Pinoy Expats/OFW Blog Awards
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