Former Filipino shoemaker featured in ‘Hidden Stories: Faces of Our Community’ Photo Exhibition in Sydney

According to House to Grow CEO Pilar Lopez, more than 30 migrants are featured in the multicultural photography exhibit titled "Hidden Stories: Faces of Our Community." They are individuals whose personal journeys in Australia have served as a source of inspiration.

[L-R] House to Grow CEO Pilar Lopez said the individuals featured in the Multicultural Photo Exhibit were chosen for their inspiring journeys in Australia — including Filipino couple Antonio and Remedios Adriano. credit: Pilar Lopez/Julia Amor Adriano

Key Points

• Former shoemaker Antonio and Remedios Adriano arrived in Australia in 1988. Their decision to migrate, despite having a business in the Philippines, was driven by their desire to secure a better future for their children.
• Pilar López Cardenas is a Spanish-Australian and the founder and CEO of House to Grow, a not-for-profit organization in Australia focused on education, personal development, and social well-being—especially for migrants, women, and underserved communities. As a personal development coach, she helps individuals discover their potential and purpose in life.
• The "Hidden Stories: Faces of Our Community" Multicultural Photography Exhibition will be held at Harold Park Community Hall, 1 Dalgal Way, Forest Lodge, on July 5 and 6, 2025.

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