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IMPACT! Program Opens Applications for Young Fil-Ams

2/8/2021

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​The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles is pleased to inform the Filipino-American community that the U.S.-Asia Institute (USAI), with the support of the Philippine Embassy in Washington, D.C., is now accepting applications for the student internship program, entitled “IMPACT! (Inspiring, Motivating and Preparing for Action towards Civic Transformation) Program for Filipino-Americans.”
 
The 2021 IMPACT! Filipino American Internship Program will be conducted in a fully virtual/remote setting for nine weeks, starting from June 7 to August 6, 2021.  The week of June 7 comprises a week-long orientation with fellow IMPACT participants, followed by the start of the internship.
 
Participants will receive the “Filipino American Youth Political Leadership Award” in the amount of a $1,000 stipend for participation in the program.
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IMPACT!, which is a professional development program created by the USAI, offers  a once-in-a-lifetime experience for young Filipino-American adults to gain a firsthand look at the American government and political system in Washington DC, to engage civically, and to reflect on the role they, as future leaders, might play in strengthening U.S.-Philippines relations.
 
For the application procedure and documentary requirements, as well as other relevant information about the Program, please visit USAI’s official website at:
 
https://www.usasiainstitute.org/impactprogram
 
Interested applicants are advised to contact Mr. Zev Moses at email address, zev.moses@usasiainstitute.org   for any questions or concerns about the Program.
 
The deadline of application is on February 28, 2021.
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Three Filipino American TV Writers Earn Writers Guild Award Noms, 3/21/21

2/4/2021

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Congratulations to television writer Leann Bowen and the writing team for earning two Writers Guild Award nominations for Comedy Series and New Series for AppleTV+'s Ted Lasso...
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Congratulations to television writer Mark Kramer and the writing team for earning a Writers Guild Award nomination for Comedy/Variety Talk Series for HBO's Last Week Tonight With John Oliver...
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And, congratulations to Eric S. Garcia (with Leo Chu and Julia Miranda) for earning a Writers Guild Award nomination for Children's Episodic, Long Form and Specials of the Netflix Alexa & Katie episode, 'Speaking of Cancer'.
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The 73rd Writers Guild Awards are set for March 21, 2021 with film screenplay nominees to be announced on February 16.
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"Ratched" Starring Jon Jon Briones Earns Three Golden Globe Noms, Feb. 28

2/3/2021

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Congratulations to Jon Jon Briones and the Cast & Crew of Ratched (Netflix) for earning three Golden Globe nominations including Best Television Series, Drama.

The 78th Golden Globe Awards will air Sunday, February 28, 2021 on NBC. Check your local listings.
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Ramona Diaz' "A Thousand Cuts" Earns Producers Guild Award Nomination, 3/24/21

2/2/2021

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Filmmaker Ramona Diaz' critically acclaimed documentary film, A Thousand Cuts is one of seven nominees vying for Outstanding Producer of Documentary Motion Pictures by the Producers Guild Awards of America's 2021 PGA Awards.

​The 35th annual #PGAAwards will take place on Wednesday, March 24, 2021.

A Thousand Cuts is currently playing on PBS. Check your local listings.
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In the meantime, watch our interview panel with Ramona Diaz (and with PJ Raval of "Call Her Ganda") below.
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FRIDAYS' Happy Hour & Networking with DJ Oggy and Guest DJ Icy Ice, 2/5

1/29/2021

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Fridays Happy Hour & Networking by the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Hollywood

End your workweek just right. 2021 is your year! 
Enjoy the music, network with like-minded, or just chill in your living room, and enjoy the tunes... 
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The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Hollywood (FACCHO) presents: 
FRIDAYS Happy Hour & Networking >
Music by resident 
DJ Oggy and guest DJ Icy Ice
Livestream in your living room. Featuring DJs, Music Artists, and 30 - second business pitches. 
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When: Feb 5/Fri, 6pm - 7pm 
***Registration required for Zoom access.***
facchofridays.eventbrite.com

Are you in, or aspiring to get into the entertainment industry? Music, Film, Author, Podcaster, Youtube vlogger, Multimedia? 
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Join us! Showcase your talent here-- film shorts, DJ turntablism, music, and video channel.
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"Lingua Franca" Earns John Cassavetes Award Nomination, April 22

1/26/2021

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Congratulations to filmmaker Isabel Sandoval as her film, LINGUA FRANCA is nominated for the John Cassavetes Award at this year's Independent Spirit Awards.

The 2021 Film Independent Spirit Awards will take place on Thursday, April 22, airing live at 7:00 p.m. PT / 10:00 p.m. ET on IFC.
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Stream LINGUA FRANCA today on Netflix.

Lingua Franca is a love story between an undocumented, transgender, Filipina caregiver and a Russian-Jewish slaughterhouse worker in Brooklyn, New York. The third feature from Isabel Sandoval — who wrote, directed, produced, edited and stars — the film comes from Ava DuVernay's ARRAY and made its world premiere at Giornate degli Autori/Venice Days and was the first Filipino film in main-competition at BFI London in its 63-year history.
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October 2021 will be FAHMfest!

1/25/2021

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FAHMfest is coming October 2021! A two day family friendly festival featuring food, music, art and fashion.  They are currently accepting vendor applications NOW! Chefs/Restaurants, Financial Services, Clothing Brands, and everything else in between, inquire now at info@FAHMfest.com 
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The CW's "Two Sentence Horror Stories" ft. A Filipino American's Sacrifice For Success

1/19/2021

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Watch the New Episode, "Imposter" on Two Sentence Horror Stories starring Lou Ticzon ("Arrow"), Jasmine Vega ("Chilling Adventures of Sabrina," "DC's Legends of Tomorrow") and Carolyn Fe ("Blue Clues & You") TONIGHT at 8/7c on The CW (check your local listings) or stream free next on CWTV: https://www.cwtv.com/shows/two-sentence-horror-stories/instinct/?play=b8d6f1df-a565-4ef5-abb2-829f51d2e9ff
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#The1st: Tess Paras of ViacomCBS' 2021 Virtual Showcase

1/12/2021

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Congratulations to Tess Paras (top left) for becoming The 1st Filipina American Executive Producer and The 1st Filipina American Director for ViacomCBS' 2021 VIRTUAL “SHOWCASE”!
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https://www.viacomcbspressexpress.com/cbs-entertainment/releases/view?id=56734
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New Music Monday: "drivers license" by Olivia Rodrigo

1/11/2021

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NEW MUSIC MONDAY: 

Olivia Rodrigo (Bizaardvark, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series) debuts her first single, "drivers license".  Released Friday, January 7. 
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    In 2015, Edwin was FilAm Creative's Editor for its blogsite. He wrote reviews, highlights and op-eds. His Self Acceptance vs. Self Denial: This Is My Filipino American Story op-ed went viral; shared by Seattle's Filipino American National Historical Society and New York's Asian American Life. He also published interviews with creative talents in Hollywood such as Ray Utarnachitt of the CW's DC's Legends of Tomorrow among many other interviews until mid-2018.

    ​Edwin currently writes for Pinoy California.

    He is also an actor and a film producer.

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