What do you think you can contribute if elected to the Board as a Trustee? 

As I stand on the cusp of first term, I am both honored and humbled to announce my candidacy for re-election as a Trustee on our Board. Allow me to share my perspective on the journey thus far and the contributions I aim to continue making:

1. Financial Stewardship: Having served as assistant treasurer and currently holding the position of treasurer, I have seen firsthand the critical role financial management plays in our organization. Responsible stewardship of our resources—whether through prudent budgeting, investment decisions, or transparent financial reporting—stays at the forefront of my commitment.
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3. Nomelec Experience: In 2023, I had the privilege of leading our nomelec team during the elections. Upholding fairness, integrity, and transparency were non-negotiable. If re-elected as Trustee, I will continue championing these principles, ensuring that our democratic processes remain safeguarded and inclusive.
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5. Spiritual Engagement: My involvement in the faith & spirituality committee has been deeply fulfilling. Guided by our shared values, I have had the honor of serving as a commentator during our Masses. I believe that nurturing our spiritual well-being is as essential as any other aspect of our community life.
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7. Advocacy and Representation: As your Trustee, I pledge to be a tireless advocate. Your concerns, aspirations, and needs matter. I will listen attentively, amplify your voices, and work collaboratively to address the challenges we face. Together, we can build a stronger, more resilient community.
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9. Collaboration: Our community is rich with special projects, jubilarian celebrations, and vibrant events. These shared endeavors create something remarkable. As we move forward, let’s nurture a culture of teamwork and mutual support. 
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In closing, I am grateful for the trust you have placed in me thus far. If re-elected, I commit to serve with unwavering dedication, guided by the principles of integrity, compassion, and excellence. Our journey continues, and I invite you to join hands for the future of our AAA community.

What advocacy have you been a part of and what was your role and contribution?

My Advocacy Journey: Weaving Purpose into Life

1. Trustee, ADMU College Batch 1988 Inc.:
   • As a Trustee, I’ve been instrumental in shaping our college batch’s association. Guiding its path, ensuring alumni’s well-being—it’s both an honor and a responsibility. 
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   • Now, as Vice President (2024), I engage in the discussions, fostering collaboration, and rallying our batch with pride. Leadership is about impact.
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Christmas at New Bilibid Prison:

• Hosting a Christmas party for the children of the inmates (PDLs)— far from the usual festivities. We followed it with a heartfelt dialogue with PDLs and distributed Christmas boxes. 
• Amidst the concrete and steel of the prison, we celebrated—a shared Mass, a concert echoing hope. Those moments wove threads light into lives that hunger for it.
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1. Ateneo College 1988 Organizing Committee:
   • Since 2018, I’ve been a part of the team orchestrating reunions, events, and activities for the college batch. Planning coordination and creating memories—vital for fostering alumni connections. 
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Fundraising and Scholar Support:

• Hosted Online auctions, Zoom parties to raise funds for sick batchmates – show solidarity and care within our alumni community.
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• And supporting scholars at St. Francis Xavier Novaliches is an investment in education.
• Being a commentator for the Sunday online Masses, novena masses, Simbang gabi masses during the pandemic likely brought comfort and connection to fellow alumni when physical gatherings weren’t possible.
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1. Hymno Choir:
   • Singing regularly during Sunday Masses since 2009 adds a spiritual dimension to our community’s worship. Music has a way of touching hearts, and our hymns double the prayer.
   • Singing at wakes and funerals—offering solace during moments of grief—is a profound gift. Our voices bridge earthly farewells and eternal hope.
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2. Society of Holy Mary of Guadalupe:
   • Since 1995, I’ve stood with fellow devotees. Marian prayers, community service—it’s a quiet, steadfast commitment that sustains our faith.
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   • Giving talks on Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Holy Shroud – connects faith and culture. Passing down a rich tradition and discussing mysteries deepens our collective spirituality. 
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3. Kabalikat Sa Tahanan (KST):
   • From 2010 to 2019, I wore my facilitator hat. Co-teaching household staff practical skills—dignity in every lesson.
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   • Supporting students, listening to concerns—it’s empathy in action.
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   • From 2023, as a judge during Interaction Night’s Talent Contest, I applaud creativity, inspiring young hearts.
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So, here’s to advocacy—may our threads continue to connect, strengthen, and uplift.

What was your most important learning from your Assumption education?

Reflecting on my “Assumption education,” I find myself still nodding in agreement with my class motto: “FiAT”—let Thy will be done. And yes, Mama Mary’s gentle guidance always seemed integrated into the core of my days.

But what truly left an indelible mark? It wasn’t just the textbooks or the neatly written notes (though they mattered). No, it was something deeper—a quiet revelation that echoed through the halls and lingered on.

1. Faith in Action:
   • We weren’t merely women of faith; we were women who rolled up our sleeves. Faith wasn’t a passive feeling or thought; it was a verb—an invitation to step into the world, eyes wide open.
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   • So, we sang hymns, yes, but we also visited the sick, listened to the lonely, and held hands with the grieving. Our faith had legs—walking, running, sometimes stumbling—but always moving toward others.
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2. The Least of Our Brethren:
   • Those words etched themselves into my heart. The “least” weren’t faceless, they were the elderly neighbor who needed groceries, the child who hungered for knowledge, the forgotten souls in distant corners.
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   • Assumption taught me that true education extends beyond classroom walls. It is about lifting others, even when our own burdens feel heavy.
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3. Family and Home:
   • It all begins there. Our small circles—the table conversations, the bedtime prayers, the shared laughter. Family is where faith takes root, where love is both noun and verb.
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   • Assumption reminded me that our impact radiates outward from these intimate spaces. If we can sow kindness, forgiveness, and compassion within our homes, we’ve already begun the work of transformation.
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So, dear Assumption, thank you for imprinting these lessons on my soul. They’ve guided me far beyond the gates, into a world hungry for faith in action. And Mama Mary? She still whispers, urging me to say “yes” to life’s unfolding mysteries.

May we continue to be women of faith, women of action—our hearts attuned to the least of our brethren, wherever they may be.