06 May 2026, Seoul. Ambassador Bernadette Therese C. Fernandez administered the oath taking of the officers of three Filipino community organizations, the United Filipinos in Korea (UFILKOR) headed by Ms. Antonieta De Jesus and Philippine Organization of International Ministers Evangelizing Nations (POIMEN) headed by Pastor Raphy Calonge on 29 March 2026, as well as the MAISUG HMPY South Korea headed by Mr. Joselito Valdez on 03 May 2026 at the Sentro Rizal Conference Room of the Philippine Embassy. 

These Filipino community organizations have continuously supported the various community initiatives and activities of the Embassy and have been working to help protect and promote the general welfare and interests of the Filipino community in Korea. 

The Philippine Embassy in Seoul congratulates the new set of officers and their lead advisors Ms. Mercy Hachero, Bishop Ariel Bernardo and Ms. Donnabelle Casipong. END