The Global Filipino Magazine

An Abu Dhabi-based overseas Filipino worker (OFW) made history in the field of international triathlon competitions after being the first person from the Philippines to join the Bearman Xtreme Triathlon, one of the toughest triathlons on the planet.

It was ten years ago when Romeo Tumayao Puncia III left the Philippines to work abroad. The man is full of willpower, aspirations, and passionate love for people; aside from being a professional, this humble individual loves to help unprivileged and

Life is always beautiful for Princess Rosario- San Diego, a pastry chef and CEO - founder of What’s your FLAN? A woman of optimism and religiosity who loves to do charity and inspire others, people considered her as an achiever and hardworking indivi

Every individual has their advocacies in life, and these philanthropic realities create a sense of responsibility. It is this sense of responsibility that makes an individual confident, loving, and generous. In a world full of adversities, there are

Nurses are among the professions that are facing the most significant challenges during this time. These modern heroes are considered on the frontline of everyone, battling to stop the spread of the deadly coronavirus and eventually hopeful for a vir

Jason Roi Bucton had worked for 13 years in the UAE as an architect and interior designer in the same company. Though he has been working overseas for over a decade, Bucton said he has not prepared for his personal career development. “Though it has

Style with pride and no need to hide, this principle is manifested to a great icon in fashion writing and a medical frontliner named Chris Daymon. This nurse by profession, a customer service representative, a researcher, and a fashion writer who is

Rizza Bacani Magcalas was already in her late 20’s when she decided to work abroad. According to her, working abroad and away from her family was not an easy decision to make. Adjustments from culture and lifestyle were a real challenge for her. The

Believing in yourself is the most potent weapon against adversity and misfortune. Struggles are pretty typical for an overseas Filipino worker who tends to forget to provide food at the table of their respective families in the Philippines. Working o

“To create a beautiful smile is to create confidence within.” A woman of poise and sincerity, Dr. Lolita Malit Lim is one of the first Filipinos who established a Filipino-operated dental office in the UAE. She has been serving overseas for 29 years,

Twenty-five years ago, Maria Cleofe Velarde Eleazar dreamt of being a strong and independent woman who wanted to travel the whole world. This multi-skillful individual worked in the United Arab Emirates from different sorts and fields, making her wis

Nothing is impossible for Ramile Tedia Abasola, a 35-year-old fighter and a visionary. Ramile is a licensed nurse in the Philippines before going to UAE. Working abroad for 12 years made him independent, practical, and eager to face struggles and hap

A leader with a pure heart for the Filipinos abroad was shown to Salimar M. Salomabao, the Assistant Vice President and Head of Philippine National Bank (PNB)-Middle East. This man is full of eagerness to help his fellow Filipinos in the Middle East

Aaron Laforteza lived out his dreams to the fullest, as he fought his career and life battles independently. He is a filmmaker, director, and photographer, who wandered overseas six years ago and began as a desk job worker. It is the same for this ma

Optimism leads Enrico Pocholo Juanson Ochoco to reach for his dreams and make his mother proud. A 30-year-old customer service officer and working in the UAE for four years now, he is a man full of aspirations and positivity. He believes that there i

A former Filipino waiter has been featured on a billboard in Dubai. Normando Macalinao, popularly known as Normando the Magician, boasted his new achievement–getting featured on large billboards across the UAE. In a Mai Dubai advertisement, Macalinao

Students at the Filipino Institute went to school on Friday, October 28, donning their favorite TV and movie characters and scariest costumes. As early as 8am, several students were already in their best costumes attending their class. It appeared th

Twelve prominent and successful Filipinos from the UAE were recognized and awarded during the Global Filipino Icons 2021 awarding ceremony on the occasion of the first-year anniversary of The Global Filipino Magazine (TGFM). Held at the Radisson Blu

Filipino Institute’s certified nursing assistant students, trainers, and staff in Dubai have recently attended Breast Cancer Seminar as part of the celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness month on October 22 in Dubai Campus. The seminar was led by Dr.

UAE’s representative Clarence Miguel Cresencia, dearly called ‘Miggy’, has recently won the first prize at the first round under the regional category of the ongoing Worldvision music competition. The Filipino national, 13, is gearing up for the nati

Filipino students from The Philippine School (TPS) in Muhaisnah 2 brought the festive parade to the Expo 2020 Dubai site. According to the Facebook page of Expo 2020 Schools, the spectacular show was part of the Expo 2020 Young Stars. The young talen

Shayne Ann Maniquiz is currently working in the sales industry. Although she’s a high school graduate, she is still keen to succeed in life. This is why when she was informed that Filipino Institute offers free online courses, she did not hesitate to

Dubai-based Filipina Yvette Kristine P. Dela Cruz believes that the best investment that overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) could spend their hard-earned resources on is themselves. The Filipina who has been working in the higher education sector for a

K-12 students at the Filipino Institute celebrated United Nations Day on Sunday, October 24, donning national costumes from various countries. The students, both from online and face-to-face platforms, marked the intergovernmental organization’s 76th