By Nadia Trinidad, ABS-CBN North America Bureau Chief
SAN FRANCISCO—As Filipino-American History Month draws to a close, the city of San Francisco, in collaboration with the Filipino Channel honored outstanding members of the Filipino American community.
Building coalitions between community and education leaders for the last fifteen years, Hydra Mendoza has championed improving academic standards in public schools.
As president of the San Francisco Board of Education, this Filipino has made her countrymen proud.
“The work that I’m doing in the city is really valuable because I can influence and I can put a bug in people’s ears and say what about the Filipino community? Or say that’s not how we like to do things,” said Mendoza.
Another honoree, Lou Razon found her passion for design at a young age.
When she decided to pursue a career doing what she loves in the U.S., she knew she was doing more than just following the American dream.
“I want to show the world that Fil-Ams are great designers and very talented,” said Razon.
These two women were among the many that were recognized for their contributions to the community, as the City of San Francisco paid tribute to this year’s Filipino American milestones.
The U.S. Senate has recognized October as Filipino American History Month.
Those who strive to make a difference everyday however said, celebrating the Filipino is certainly not a one shot deal.
“Sa sipag at resilience, kahit anong challenge gagawin ng Pilipino para sa kanyang pamilya. (With hard work and resilience, A Filipino will face any challenge for family), said Kai Rodriguez of The Filipino Channel.
“Ang gusto lang natin mapaalaala na huwag silang mahiyang Pilipino sila. (We want to remind our compatriots that they should not be ashamed to be Filipino)
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