HONORING SERVICE OF THE HEART: PA SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE RECOGNIZES WFWP

On the last day of summer 2018, WFWP Pennsylvania celebrated 26 years of garnering recognition from all over PA. It’s been 7 years already since the spotlight was truly caught and maintained by WFWP here in PA; for WFWP has proved to be one of the women’s organizations that serves others the most.  It has a significant role as a model organization for promoting peace, reconciliation, and collaboration with other groups in Pennsylvania. On Aug 25, 2018, Mike Turzai, Speaker of the House of Pennsylvania, and State Rep Margo Davidson applauded and publicly honored WFWP by offering citations with the seal of the House of Representatives.

Together with many other community civil and civic leaders, WFWP had a wonderful celebration commemorating past achievements. The organization was recognized for contributing to the benefit of Pennsylvanian communities, and ultimately to all the citizens of the commonwealth. Mrs. Jizly Dohou received the proclamation award on behalf of WFWP USA.

The current Pennsylvania chairwoman, Jizly Dohou, was appointed on Feb 11, 2011, in Philadelphia, and has since collaborated with other chapters to launch numerous empowering women’s programs including the Bridge of Peace. The chapter has hosted many essay contests with the school districts of William Penn, and recognized many local women with the HerStory Award for their simple, but heroic acts and contributions to society. Throughout its history, the Pennsylvania Chapter has made inestimable contributions to the welfare of the community through fellowship programs, which are designed to enhance the life and quality for all the citizens of PA.

The head of the Filipino International Community of America Mr. EJ Rapada came with its Board and members support the event, as well as the prominent Association of Christian Evangelist (ACE) Bishop Ballenas who hosted the local program celebration. The intermission and entertainment were led by the all-time champion of Hip Hop Dance, the famous Moana Alvarez. There was a spirit of joy and gratitude, fellowship and mutual respect for all. It was truly an honor to be part of WFWP on that day.