FamPics: Learning

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dina and noemiOnce again, it’s the first Monday of March Over at PinoyMomsNetwork, it is the day to publish FamPics. For March, the theme is LEARNING.

Dine is almost unrecognizable without her sleeveless tops but you know, we were invited to speak in front of local women leaders from different local government units nationwide such as mayors, vice-mayors, vice-governors, Board members etc. Business suit seemed like a suitable attire for this event and not our casual “blogger” wear during blogger or new media events. Dine and I laughed because Wikipilipinas.org staff barely recognized her.

Today, the local women leaders converged at the Manila Hotel to learn how technology is used in Uplifting the Image of the Filipina (via FilipinaImages.com) through blogging and being part of a collaborative effort of all the bloggers who believe that The Filipina of the Future deserves a more empowered, diverse image online. They also got a chance to learn how to use the WikiPilipinas.Org site as well. Blogging and Wiki! I hope the women leaders didn’t reach saturation level.

Here is my speech lovingly written by my sister Lorna so she would be present (in spirit) at the event. As you know, Lorna is a co-founder of FilipinaImages.com together with Dine.

FilipinaImages.com IS a movement to achieve social change. We fulfill a need that we did not know existed. The proof is in the tremendous growth and progress we have made in having more contributors join us. They provide fresh stories and insights for us to reflect on — and to celebrate.

I hoped the local women leaders learned from our little speech. At the very least, they know that it is possible to use technology for advocacy.

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  • http://mysoulfulthoughts.blogspot.com/ Rach (Heart of Rachel)

    I support your campaign and dedication in Uplifting the Image of the Filipina. Keep up the good work.

    You and Dine look great in your business attires.

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  • http://one-twentyone.com lady cess

    i’m happy that you, dine and lorna are achieving success in your campaign. more power!
    you two look great!

  • http://fengguillermobrum.com feng

    I didn’t recognize Mommy Dine in her black blazer. :) you two look fab in your business attires.

    I’m pretty sure the participants in your talk learned so much about uplifting the Filipina image. kudos to both of you.

  • http://timeandtide.prepys.com/ rhodora

    Wow, golden girls looking great!

    Come to think of it, during our mothers time, in their 50s, they didn’t look as young, noh? Oh well, it’s the grooming, I believe. They were pretty conservative back then. :)

    Congrats, Noemi and Dine – for taking active part in uplifting the image of the Filipina. Way to go!

  • http://scroochchronicles.blogspot.com Kongkong622

    I think I like you better in your “blogger” attire :)

    However, getting all dolled up like this, every once in a while, ain’t so bad :)

    Keep up the good work on WikiPilipinas!

  • http://aboutmyrecovery.com Noemi

    @rach- business attire is great when worn in rare occasions

    @cess- apparently a lot like the portal. Thanks to bloggers
    who helped with the campaign

    @feng- they definitely learned something new.

    @rhodora- you’re right . I used to associate 50 years old with looking frumpy.

    @cookie- yes i love wearing casual wear. heh, that’s why Dine and I had a goodl aufgh.

  • http://mp3crown.com Viona

    Seeing your photo at your recent posts, you are always look happy and fresh, Noemi…Congrats for the good working. I wish all success for you and your sister too.