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| Frankston Mayor Hampton shakes hand with newly appointed Youth Mayor Gerard Felipe. Photo Courtesy || Frankston City Council FB. |
Gerard Felipe was a proud Igorot and Cordilleran from Tublay, Benguet.
In his message on Facebook, Gerard thanked everyone who supported him and also very proud of being an Igorot.
"I am proud to serve as the first youth Mayor for the municipality of Frankston, Victoria, Australia as an Igorot", Felipe wrote.
"I continue to take pride of sharing our rich culture abroad, and look forward to encouraging the youth within the community to reach their highest potential. But most importantly, I will never forget where I come from. "
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Felipe will serve for 12 months working together with the local community and local government of Frankston as part of the program designed to allow the youth aged from 18 to take an active role in the community.
Part of his role as youth mayor is to meet regularly with the youth council and attend regular council meetings, as well as working with the youth council to address youth disengagement, bullying and mental health.
On taking his new role as youth mayor, Felipe said he was motivated by Gandhi's quote: "Be the change you want to see in the world."
His inspiring message to the youth: "Be informed and don't be afraid to speak up for what you believe is right."
Frankston's Mayor Colin Hampton was optimistic about Felipe role, "Gerard is sure to be a fantastic representative for Frankston City's local youth and I look forward to working with him".
"Gerard sees the youth mayor role as a great opportunity for young people to be heard with programs for youth to be more involved and active within local community," Hampton added.
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3 Comments:
Encouraging..carry on kabayan
Wow, congratulations Gerard! What a smart and intelligent Gerard you have become, to God be the glory! Rev. Fr. Gerard De Boeck, CICM is jumping praising and thanking God for you!
@Shyla Salamat !
@Unkown Salamat launay for remembering me, best wishes in return! Please feel free stay in contact through my FB - Gerard F.
Thank you for the comment! Imbag man ta malagip mo pay isuna ta it's been more than 15 years . Mabalin ba nga maawan nu sino ka? We will be happy if you send us personal message cause we would love to get in touch. Salamat and God is always with us! - Jackie/Edralin
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