Sunset in Coron

Sunset in Coron
Coron, Palawan

Saturday, September 3, 2011

Mica Alceda ... Pinoy Pride!!!

     Once in a while, we are astounded by news reports of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. One such person in Mica Alcedo. Virtually unheard of until now... people are wondering who she is...


     Just recently Mica was awarded as 2011 Pride of Australia by the Australian Government for her contribution to Australian society. She arrived in 2004 and worked as a nurse in Alice Springs. She is now maternal health nurse in Tennant Creek.  Her advocacy is in helping the disadvantaged youth in the Northern Territory where she organized the Ladies of Alice Springs.

     The Pride of Australia itself is seven years in existence. Its aim is to recognize the contributions of its citizens in community development. The Fair Go Category is open to permanent residents and those citizens born overseas to recognize their involvement in the community, hard work and willingness to recognize Australia as their new home.

     With this award tucked under her belt, Ms Alcedo also brings pride to the nation for her example as an outstanding OFW whose dedication to her duty and selflessness have set the bar for other foreign nationals to emulate.

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