What they call their work
What they do
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Indigenous and Diaspora Cultural Preservation 2 activities
- Conserve endangered Philippine crafts and cultural identitiesWorks to preserve endangered Philippine crafts and cultural identities, supporting the continuity of traditional Filipino heritage and practices.
- Support development of a permanent Filipino-American cultural center in New York CityAdvances the creation of a permanent cultural center in New York City to serve Filipinos, Filipino-Americans, and their supporters as a hub for cultural preservation and community engagement.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Showcase Filipino artistic expression through sculptures and exhibitionsHighlights Filipino artistic expression and cultural pride by showcasing sculptures and works by Filipino artists, such as fashion designer and artist Jef Albea.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Establish multidisciplinary collaboration on Filipino diaspora experiencesPlans to create a multidisciplinary collaborative focused on Filipinos in the diaspora to highlight immigrant contributions and deepen understanding of the Filipino-American experience.
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Who runs it
- DELY GO — VICE PRESIDE
- JOVY RABELAS — IMPLEMENTATI
- LARRY SAFRAIN — SECRETARY
- LEONORA GALLEROS — TREASURER
- ROMULO AROMIN JR MD — PRESIDENT/CH
Who they work with
- Farleigh Dickinson University Partner — Dr. Dely Po Go, President-Elect of Hiraya Foundation, is a valued faculty member at Farleigh Dickinson University.
- Jef Albea Partner — Collaborates with Filipino fashion designer and artist Jef Albea to exhibit his sculptures.
- Latham & Watkins, LLP Partner — Lawrence Ira Safran, Secretary of Hiraya Foundation, is a senior partner at Latham & Watkins, LLP.
- Mid-Bronx Senior Citizens Council Partner — Leonora Galleros-Tinio, Treasurer of Hiraya Foundation, has served as board member of this nonprofit providing social, community development, affordable housing, and early education programs.
- Mount Sinai School of Medicine Partner — Dr. Romulo Aromin, Jr., President/Chairman of Hiraya Foundation, is currently affiliated with Mount Sinai School of Medicine.
- Philippine Independence Day Council, Inc. (PIDCI) Partner — Leonora Galleros-Tinio, Treasurer of Hiraya Foundation, is President of PIDCI, which organizes the largest annual Philippine Independence Celebration and parade in New York City.
- Philippine cultural masters and designers Partner — Collaborates with Philippine cultural masters and designers through cultural exchanges and promotion in creative industries.
- Tagline Group Partner — Jovito de Luna Rabelas, Press Relations Officer of Hiraya Foundation, is Global President and Chief Executive of the Tagline Group.
- William Paterson University Partner — Dr. Dely Po Go, President-Elect of Hiraya Foundation, is a valued faculty member at William Paterson University.
How they approach the work
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- Cultural Empowerment Through Community-Led Heritage Preservationmethodology: community_led_preservationBy centering community-led initiatives, the organization strengthens cultural identity and collective ownership of heritage, which in turn sustains Filipino-American traditions and fosters intergenerational transmission because authentic preservation emerges from within the community rather than being imposed externally.