Nation Builders and Mosliv Awards laud gov't, private individuals for their love of PHL, contribution to nation building

WITH their “love” for the Philippines, a new batch of exemplary Filipinos were recognized for their contributions to nation-building during the Nation Builders and Mosliv Awards (NBMA) held recently at the Okada Manila Grand Ballroom in Parañaque City.

Leaders from the public and private sectors, youth groups, philanthropists, and eco-warriors who helped achieve the country’s progress and development through their programs, advocacies, and projects were feted by the country’s leading Sustainability Awards Festival anchored on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG).

“The Nation Builders and Mosliv Awards celebrates the people and groups who accomplish great things in the name of sustainability. And as we recognize what they have done, this is also a reminder that we are all stewards of the planet and it is our responsibility to ensure that we leave it in better condition than we found it,” said Nation Builders and Mosliv Awards President and Chief Executive Officer Kenneth Rocete.

In an interview during the event, he told reporters that they have already recognized around 420 individuals, companies and change-makers in different entities since the start of NBMA in 2020.

“This year is the biggest so far. We have 85 awardees and attended by around 857 individuals, government leaders, and luminaries from the business community for June 2023 alone. And for October, we’re expecting more because of the upcoming barangay elections,” he noted.

Senators Francis Tolentino and Win Gatchalian headlined this year’s roster of awardees as winners of “Public Servants of the Year - Excellence in Government” category, together with

Public Attorneys Office Chief Dr. Persida Acosta, Department of Interior and Local Government Undersecretary Serafin P. Baretto, Jr., Metropolitan Manila Development Authority Task Force Special Operations Chief Edison Nebrija, and Philippine National Police Chief PGen. Benjamin Acorda, Jr. For elected officials, Rep. Michael Romero of 1-PACMAN Party-List, Rep. Jolo Revilla of 1st District of Cavite, Rep. Ernix Dionisio of Manila 1st District, Deputy Majority Leader Rep. Wilter Palma of Zamboanga Sibugay 1st District, Deputy Majority Leader Rep. Jam Baronda of Iloilo City Lone District, Rep. Rida Robes of City of San Jose Del Monte Lone District, Rep. Maan Teodoro of Marikina City 1st District, and Rep. Shernee Tan Tambut of Kusug Tausug Party List topbilled the “Awarded Congressmen and Congresswomen of the Year.”

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Alfonso Yuchengco Foundation, JCI Manila open nomination for Saint Teresa of Calcutta Award 2023

THE prestigious St. Therese Calcutta Awards, organized by JCI Manila and AY Foundation, recently announced the launch of its search for nominees for 2023. These awards celebrate individuals who exemplify selfless service and compassion, honoring their outstanding contributions to society.

Nominations are now open through the official awards website, inviting exceptional individuals who have dedicated their lives to uplifting communities and making a positive impact. The awards recognize various categories such as healthcare, education, poverty alleviation, environmental conservation, and human rights advocacy.

Any individual, regardless of race or religion, who has dedicated himself or herself fully and selflessly to humanitarian work for the underprivilege Filipinos in the Philippines for at least 25 years are qualified for the STCA Award.

A distinguished panel of judges will meticulously evaluate the nominations to select the most deserving recipients. Winners will receive a trophy, cash prize, and opportunities for networking and collaboration with related organizations.

The Saint Teresa of Calcutta Awards aim to inspire others to follow in the footsteps of these unsung heroes, creating a more compassionate and inclusive world. Nominations can be submitted until July 31, 2023. Winners will be announced at a prestigious ceremony held in RCBC Plaza, Makati City on October 3, 2023.

Editor: Jun Lomibao

Obiena,

COUNT heavy hitters Ernest John “EJ” Obiena and Carlos Edriel Yulo to give Philippine sports a smashing end to the first half of 2023.

Fresh from ripping his own Southeast Asian Games record, Obiena soared to even greater heights as he joined pole vault’s ultra-elite 6.0-meter club on a sunny June afternoon in Bergen, Norway.

W ith one try, Obiena cracked one of the most elusive barriers in athletics en route to the gold medal at the Sparebanken Vest Bergen Jump Challenge and a place among the best pole vaulters ever.

O nly 27 others have made 6.0 meters before, including greats such as Hall of Famer Sergey Bubka and reigning world and Olympic king Mondo Duplantis.

Yulo, meanwhile, dazzled in the Asian Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Singapore where he anchored the Philippines’ three-gold, three-silver and three-bronze haul.

B esides reigning supreme in the parallel bars, vault and floor exercise events, the world champion gymnast also collared a silver medal in the individual all-around and a bronze in the horizontal bar.

For their exploits, the two Tokyo Olympians led the Philippine Sportswriters Association’s honorees for June.

Similarly worth recognizing were the feats of Team Philippines in the Asean Para Games in Cambodia, Singapore-based bowler Zach Sales Ramin and the International Master Daniel Quizon-led chess team in the 21st Asean+ Age Group Championships in Thailand.

The Filipino para athletes harvested 34 golds, 33 silvers, and 50 bronzes in Cambodia to surpass the 28-30-46 (gold-silver-bronze) collected last year in Indonesia. At the forefront of this were six-gold winner Darry Bernardo and the chess delegation which delivered 13 mints.

R amin, 17, ruled the 53rd Singapore International Open and became the first Filipino male bowler to win the prestigious event.

Quizon topped the standard and blitz events in the premier U20 division and earned his third GM norm as he spearheaded the Philippines’ 16gold, 37-silver, eight-bronze harvest and second overall standing behind Vietnam in the tourney.