【活動預告】外交官系列講座：Unveiling the Philippines揭秘菲律賓
日期：2024/10/31（星期四）
時間：15: 00-17:50
地點：D Hall
講者：Hon. Jan Carlo C. Mendoza, Ph.D. (c)
Former Filipino diplomat assigned in Macau
前菲律賓駐澳門特區總領事館外交官
講座內容包括：
Philippine History and Origins/菲律賓的歷史和起源
Language and Communication/語言與交流
Traditions and Festivals/傳統和節日
Food and Culinary/食品與烹飪
Music, Dance and Art/音樂、舞蹈和藝術
Filipino Values and Traits/菲律賓人的價值觀和特質
Bridging Cultures: Macau and Philippines/架設文化之橋：澳門與菲律賓
講者介紹：
Honorable Jan Carlo Castro Mendoza, Ph.D. (c), is a man whose contributions to public service, education, and diplomacy have truly made an impact.
Born in the historic town of Gumaca, Quezon, Hon. Mendoza currently serves as a Municipal Councilor, where he chairs both the Committee on Education and the Committee on Environment, Natural Resources & Climate Change. His leadership has been instrumental in advancing sustainable policies and programs that benefit his community, especially in the fields of education and environmental protection.
In addition to his role as a public servant, Hon. Mendoza is also an educator. Serving as a College Professor at Mount Saint Aloysius College Seminary. His passion for education and public governance goes beyond the classroom, as he actively shapes policies that uplift the youth, promote environmental sustainability, and ensure a better future for the generations to come.
Before embarking on his political and academic journey, Hon. Mendoza served for more than a decade with the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs as a diplomat. He worked as a Consular Attach and Signing Officer at the Philippine Consulate General here in Macau, where he helped strengthen ties between the Filipino community and the wider Macau society. His diplomatic experience gave him a unique perspective on bridging cultures and fostering understanding across different nations.
On the academic front, Hon. Mendoza is in the final stages of completing his Doctorate Degree in Development Administration, specializing in Public Governance. His dissertation，titled “Towards Resilience Framework: Evidence-Based Environmental Governance in a Local Government Unit, "reflects his dedication to advancing responsible governance. He is also a published author of the acclaimed book "I Serve Therefore l Am," which delves into the heart of public service and governance.
He will guide us through an enriching exploration of Philippine culture, from its deep historical roots to its vibrant traditions, delicious cuisine, and the core values that define the Filipino spirit.
