Community leaders share qualities of Filipino Excellence in Australia during the QFEA Launch

Key Points

• Community leaders and members came together at Carina Leagues Club for an evening celebrating the achievements and inspiring stories of Filipinos across Queensland.
• Rejoice Thomson (President, QFEA) shared that the awards formally open nominations across diverse fields, including STEM, Young Leader of the Year, Community Service, Arts and Culture, and Business, to celebrate outstanding first- and second-generation Filipino-Australians throughout Queensland.
• Fely Christensen (QFEA Task Force Member) shared that true excellence goes beyond titles or wealth; it is about making a positive impact, uplifting the local community, respecting Australian laws, and keeping a Filipino heart while honouring one's heritage.
• Xavier Villagonzalo and Connie Dacuna shared that the core qualities of a remarkable Filipino are grounded in courage, competence, and character (the "Three Cs"), alongside the timeless "Filipino brand" of resilience, resourcefulness, humility, and hard work.