You know who real friends are, even in dreams

After going around Cheonan, the CUK peeps headed back to Seoul. The subway was shabbier than it actually was, but as always, the train schedule still flashes the arrival time. Just as the elevator sent us up the station, Mario rushed towards the turnstile with his T-money in hand. We knew that it was just a matter of seconds before the train leaves. We all dashed through the throng of Koreans for that "masakit sa bangs" tap, when I realized I don't have my T-money with me. The others jetted down the escalator leaving me behind scouring my wallet for 1,000 won and coins. As the bills didn't get regurgitated, I was able to catch up, though what I saw were closing doors. I will be left behind in Cheonan...And then, I saw a hand sticking out in between the doors. "Caroline Manzano: Sakay na, Horeb (jump in!)." I sat down between Karina Chua and Alessa. "Karina: Ako rin hinarang ko legs ko para di magsara pinto (I also stuck out my leg to keep the doors from closing)." Even if this was just a dream, I felt valued.

Photo Contest for Foreigners in South Korea

To commemorate the 5th “TOGETHER DAY”

PHOTO CONTEST for Foreigners 2012

The Ichon Global Village Center presents its 2012 Photo contest for Foreigners and ICV will be accepting entries as below.


■Application Period: 2012, 4/2 – 4/27 (2nd-27th of April, 2012)
■Theme: Seoul, Where I live (choose one of the themes below)

1) My life in Seoul : show us yourself exploring in Seoul
2) Attractions of Seoul : show us attractions of Seoul that you think
*Your picture can be of any scene in Seoul.

■ Qualifications: Open to any foreign residents in Korea who can attend the award ceremony on May 18th
■Details: Up to 3 photos can be submitted per person. The pictures must be in JPG format, and an unreleased file (over 3000X4000 pixels)
■How to apply: By e-mail to ichongvc@sba.seoul.kr.
* Please fill out an attached application form and send it with your photos. Entries without an application form won’t be accepted.

■Awards: 1st prize – 1 person (300,000 won cash prize)
2nd prize – 3 person (200,000 won cash prize)
3rd prize – 5 person (100,000 won cash prize)

■Announcement of Awards: Winners will be posted officially or contacted individually.
■Notes：

1. The photos of those selected for the awards and approximately 40 other selected photos will be displayed in “Art Hall” in the Yongsan District Office from May 18th to 24th.
2. Yongsan-gu reserves the right to use awarded and selected photos without any restrictions. Please know that all photographers are legally responsible for any and all use of someones face or profile in there photos.

■Inquiry: Ichon Global Village Center
Tel 02-2199-8881/ 02-796-2018
Website : http://global.seoul.go.kr/ichon/
E-mail: ichongvc@gmail.com

Human Heart Nature Return and Exchange

Well, I had put too much hope in HHN's facial products and they turned out unleashing the power of pimples that Korean winter has suppressed. Not that the products are bad. Quite on the contrary. My siblings didn't get any unwanted reactions from using the day (moisturiser with 15 vitamins) and night cream (with plant collagen). It just so happens that I have allergic reactions to sunflower oil, which is whipped into the two moisturisers.

Since I spent 520 pesos for the two bottles, I had thought it would be awesome if I could get the money back, which the customer care has seen through to the end. I didn't refund the money but I had instead purchased a bundle worth 800 pesos. Paying only 280 php solidified the company's reputation for amazing organic products as well as it's non-exclusive profit-making adventure.

For those whose complaints are well-founded, do not hesitate to contact HHN's customer care. The company assures not only paraben-free products but also your right as a customer.

Wanted: Movie Actor in Korea

This is a repost from my friend who is looking for a minor cast for a Korean movie entitled "Kamgi".


안녕하세요! 피코친구들! This is Alex Aquino from 가톨릭대!

SCOUTING: MOVIE EXTRA ACTOR from SEA/PH (sort-of-bigger-than-usual-extra-role)

A movie production company in Korea (C&M) is looking for a South East Asian / Filipino male who can act for a movie that will be filmed starting April to July/August. There will be an audition for this soon. (maybe in Digital Media City)
Height must NOTbe taller than 175cm. (175이하)
Age 20 to 35 years old
Normal weight
Higher talent fee will be given than regular extra talent fee.

Anyone interested please message me on facebook or email me at amaquino@gmail.com or call me at 010-3926-nineteen eighty four

Or if you have friends from any South East Asian nation, then please refer him to this wonderful acting career opportunity. ^ ^

Maraming Salamat!

International Organization/NGO Job Opportunities

I got this from a circulated email from Dr. Roul, Exec. Director of ADB NGO Forum.
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

NGO FORUM ON ADB is looking for suitable candidates for POLICY COORDINATOR and COMMUNICATION COORDINATOR in the Secretariat based in the Philippines for immediate hiring.

Post I: POLICY COORDINATOR

Forum Secretariat is looking for a POLICY COORDINATOR who will lead the Forum’s Policy campaign and advocacy.

Job description
The Policy Coordinator is expected to coordinate among members and partners on various ADB Policies.
Specifically, the Coordinator is expected to:

Coordinate FORUM’s Policy campaigns
Coordinate and extend strategic support to project-level campaigns to network members

Responsibilities:

Coordinate and initiate Policy reviews and its implementation among members.
Play a catalyst and supporting role in encouraging network members to engage proactively and strategically on ADB monitoring in the country
Implement other tasks as may be directed by the Forum's Executive Director.

Qualifications:

Required:
Have knowledge and experience of working on International Financial Institutions, , especially ADB
Broad understanding of international development issues especially in Asia
Familiarity with various sectoral policies campaign and advocacy in networks
Preferred:
Familiarity with issues related to Asian Development Bank
Background in major developmental issues
2-3 years of experience working with NGO networks or social movements
Familiarity with environment, displacement, indigenous people and developmental issues in Asia
Woman candidates are highly encouraged to apply

The position will be based in Forum’s Secretariat in Philippines.

Salary: Competitive among CSOs in the region.

Starting Date: April 1, 2012

Deadline for submission of Applications: March 21, 2012

To apply, please send a cover letter, your CV, and writing sample/s to secretariat@forum-adb.org with the word “APPLICATION for POLICY COORDINATOR” in the subject line.


Post II: COMUNICATION COORDINATOR

The position entails information sharing among the members of the network, managing Forum website and publication.

Job description
The Communication Coordinator is expected to keep momentum of the network by information sharing and managing Forum website.
Specifically, the Coordinator is expected to:

Share information and manage Forum list serves
Managing Forum’s website, hosting campaign and advocacy related information in the website
Coordinate and extend information to project-level campaigns to network members

Responsibilities:

Coordinate sharing of information among members.
Managing website including dissemination of information to media and others
Implement other tasks as may be directed by the Forum's Executive Director.

Qualifications:

Required:
Have knowledge and experience of information campaign on developmental issues especially related to International Financial Institution
Technical knowledge of website management
Preferred:
2-3 years of experience working with NGO networks or social movements
Woman candidates are highly encouraged to apply

The position will be based in Forum’s Secretariat in Philippines.

Salary: Competitive among CSOs in the region.

Starting Date: April 1, 2012

Deadline for submission of Applications: March 21, 2012

To apply, please send a cover letter, your CV, and writing sample/s to secretariat at forum-adb.org with the word “APPLICATION for COMMUNICATION COORDINATOR” in the subject line.

3.11.11

Today marks the first year of the great Japanese earthquake and tsunami.
May we all not forget the lessons we gleaned from how the Japanese responded to the crisis.

EDSA Revolution 2.25.1986

The EDSA Revolution has freed the Philippines from the clutches of corrupt authoritarian rule. The world was in awe with what it saw transpired from the ground: all classes converged in public spaces to topple what they deemed to be a common enemy of democracy and progress. However,...

EDSA Revolution remains only indicative of what has been and what ought to be. Sadly,the people's victory is but a mongrel produced by a cross of a stupid politicians, misshapen public culture and historical amnesia.

What is there to do? Plenty, actually.

But I guess we don't need another revolution. As a student of international relations (and realist at that!), I should be focusing on rooting out the systemic problems in cases at hand. But as I see it, the only thing Filipinos haven't tried in order to effect change is the attempt to transform one's self.

The revolution in one's self might just be needed. It doesn't take a genius, or riches, or education to do this. I believe humans are endowed with a universal knowledge of basic right and wrong. And if we start to adhere to this standard of mere righteousness, then genuine change can inch its way to our country.