Igorota lawyer from Sagada is 'Outstanding Professional of the Year' by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

Mary Inglay Capuyan-Fokno || Baguio Chronicle

Cordillera - Cordilleran lawyer Mary Inglay Capuyan-Fokno has been recognized as the 'Outstanding Professional of the Year' in social work by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) for her exceptional service to the community. 

The prestigious award, to be conferred to Atty. Inglay on Dec. 10 in Metro Manila, is the highest honor from the PRC and acknowledges professionals who have demonstrated integrity in their field.

Atty. Inglay's competence and integrity were highlighted by her active involvement in professional activities, contributions to the advancement of her profession, and fulfilling social responsibilities. 

She serves as a legal counsel for small-scale miners and juvenile delinquents, runs Cordillera Quest providing skills training for out-of-school youths, and operates Inglay Restaurant in La Trinidad, Benguet, which has supported calamity victims through food drives. 

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Additionally, during the pandemic, she opened a feeding station at her restaurant.

This recognition follows her previous award as an Outstanding Social Worker in the Philippines by the Philippine Association of Social Workers, Inc. (PASWI) during its 75th Jubilee celebration in Manila City last September. 

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Atty. Inglay's dedication to social work and community service has made her a distinguished professional in her field.