'Making a Difference': Sydney’s Filipino volunteers take part in Clean Up Australia Day

For 17 Years, Triskelion Australia Sydney NSW Inc. members have volunteered to protect the environment, demonstrating strong unity and dedication to the community.

For 17 years, Triskelion Australia Sydney NSW Inc members have volunteered on Clean Up Australia Day, showing unity, civic pride, and a strong commitment to the environment while also supporting communities in the Philippines. Credit: Lei Angeles-Henson

Key Points

• Lei Angeles Henson currently serves as Chairwoman of TAU Gamma Phi Brotherhood.
• Beyond volunteering for Clean Up Australia Day, the group helps newcomers find work, leads medical missions in the Philippines, and joins relief efforts during disasters and emergencies.
• Its members are active volunteers in the community, demonstrating dedication and positive engagement that serve as an inspiration to all.

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'Making a Difference': Sydney’s Filipino volunteers take part in Clean Up Australia Day

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For 17 years, Triskelion Australia Sydney NSW Inc members have volunteered on Clean Up Australia Day, showing unity, civic pride, and a strong commitment to the environment while also supporting communities in the Philippines. Credit: Lei Angeles Henson

For us Filipinos, volunteering brings a positive impact, helps ease homesickness, and shows our gratitude to Australia for welcoming us. Most of all, we aim to make a difference in the community and extend help to the Philippines.

Lei Angeles-Henson, Chairwoman, Triskelion Australia Sydney NSW Inc.

For 17 years, Triskelion Australia Sydney NSW Inc members have championed Clean Up Australia Day, showing strong community spirit and environmental dedication while supporting the Philippines. Credit: Lei Angeles Henson

The children of Triskelion Australia Sydney NSW Inc members also volunteer, following their parents’ example on Clean Up Australia Day and in supporting communities in the Philippines. Credit: Lei Angeles Henson

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