Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines

Pasuguan ng Republika ng Pilipinas

WELLINGTON

Message

On behalf of the Philippine Embassy, it is my great honour

and privilege to convey our congratulations and appreciation to
Kabayan Magazine on the occasion of its fifth anniversary.

Founded in 2013, Kabayan has since earned a well-

deserved reputation as the best ethnic magazine in New
Zealand, and as a great example of Overseas Filipino
journalism. The only magazine-format Filipino publication in the
country, Kabayan has kept Filipinos and Kiwis abreast of the
latest developments in our community and shared features on
important personages and activities. Kabayan is a labour of
love. Run by volunteers, it is a platform for Filipinos to showcase
and hone their journalistic skills, and serves as a training ground
for young graphic designers and editors.

I’d also like to take this opportunity to thank and recognize

the dedicated Kababayan behind Kabayan, both present and
past - Publisher, Sponsorship and Marketing Manager: Matilde
Tayawa Figuracion. Editor-in-Chief: Meia Lopez. Associate
Editors: Mr. Noel Bautista, Judith Balares, Juan Celeste. Guest
Editors: Pinky Illana, Georgina Ang Geotina. Graphic Designers:
Zurem Meru, Chia Rubio, Jobelle Tayawa, Bea Rubio, Ed Tabios,
Reine De Mesa, John Gutierrez. Illustrators: Mikey Javier, Pinoy
Stop.

Maraming Maraming Salamat Po !

Jesus S. Domingo
Ambassador

50 Hobson Street, Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand 6011 PO Box 12042 Tel. Nos. (+64 4) 8903741 / 8903742 / 8903744
Fax: (+64 4) 8903740 Email: wellington.pe@philembassy.org.nz Website: www.philembassy.org.nz
Facebook: www.facebook.com/PhilippineEmbassyWellingtonNewZealand
 Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines
Pasuguan ng Republika ng Pilipinas
WELLINGTON
1 March 2018

50 Hobson Street, Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand 6011 PO Box 12042 Tel. Nos. (+64 4) 8903741 / 8903742 / 8903744
Fax: (+64 4) 8903740 Email: wellington.pe@philembassy.org.nz Website: www.philembassy.org.nz
Facebook: www.facebook.com/PhilippineEmbassyWellingtonNewZealand