...the Filipino Princess

Filipino princess champions humanitarian efforts in Cambodia


Anith Adilah Othman
Khmer Times
16 October 2019


Glamorous yet graceful - these are the best words to describe Princess Dr. Maria Amor Torres, a member of the Philippines 'Royal House of Baloi who is recognized globally for her philanthropy work.

As a Mindanao royalty, Princess Dr Maria is aware of the ‘voice she commands’, therefore she chose to make it count by advocating sustainable social developments and promoting universal humanitarianism.

“As one of the Sultans of my region, I have bigger responsibilities as far as social developments and peace-building are concerned,” she told Khmer Times in a recent interview. “These are the duties given to me by the royal authorities who enthroned me.”

“I accept these duties wholeheartedly as it aligns to my aspirations as a humanitarian. There is nothing that will make me happier than to serve humanity, especially our own people,” she added.

Despite having had a life full of glitz and glam as a celebrity formerly, the princess admitted that there is nothing more rewarding than bringing about positive change to the lives of others. She added that her determination to serve humanity remains her biggest motivation.

“Life has never been better and sweeter as I am living the dream now. Living a selfless life with a purpose, building a bright future for our children, fighting for human rights, promoting equality, empowering women and the youth, promoting health and wellness and protecting our environment. This is the best kind of life to live,” she quipped.

Regardless, Princess Dr Maria is showing no signs of stopping. She is now leading a non-profit group that she founded in 2011, ‘We Care For Humanity’, to continue to make changes for the betterment of the world.

“We are an internationally-recognised organisation focusing mainly on the seven United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. They are: zero poverty, good health and well-being, quality education, gender equality, reduced inequalities, climate action and peace and justice,” she said.

Thanks to her active participation in the field of philanthropy, Cambodia can now hopefully benefit from the latest collaboration between ‘We Care For Humanity’ and ‘Save Nature Cambodia’, a local group aimed at raising awareness on eco-friendly initiatives among citizens.

“Cambodia is a fast progressing country with very strong culture and passion for the environment. Its people are equally beautiful, resilient and faithful to their motherland.

“Cambodia is also a big advocate of climate change, that is why we are very happy to collaborate with ‘Save Nature Cambodia’. As the Royal Advisor of the latter, I can extend the mission and vision of our organisation concerning matters related to climate change,” she added.

...the Royal Cambodia awardee

Sultana from the Philippines, the First International Woman to Receive the Royal Monisarapown Award from the Royal Government of Cambodia


By MENAFN
01 October 2019 


We Care for Humanity Founder and G.O.D. Chairman, Maria Amor received an award given by the Prime Minister of Cambodia, Samdach Hun Sen for her unwavering support to Save Nature Cambodia for planting almost a million trees in the Kingdom.

H.E. Oknah Sam Dararath, PhD , founder of Save Nature Cambodia and Adviser to Samdach Prime Minister felicitated the Monisarapown Award from the Royal Government of Cambodia to HRH Maria Amor onthe occasion of the8th Global Order of Dignitaries and Philanthropists (G.O.D.) AwardsCeremony and Dinner Gala at the Anaheim Convention Center, one of California’s landmark last September 21, 2019. Dr. Dararath was enjoined on the stage by other Cambodian delegates and honorees of the said function: H.E. Iv Sry, Advisor to the Ministry of Interior who received the Woman of Honor of Asia from G.O.D.; Mrs. Kimly Lim, President of Family Agricultural Development Community who also G.O.D. recipient as Humanitarian Icon of Cambodia; and Dr. Siphal Pheng, a businessman.

...the Queen's visit

Spain's Queen Sofia to visit Phl

Philstar

Wed, Jun 13, 2012

 

 

 

Getty Images - MADRID, SPAIN - JANUARY 25: (L to R) Princess Letizia of Spain, Prince Felipe of Spain, Queen Sofia of Spain and King Juan Carlos of Spain attend the Gala Dinner in honour of Peruvian President …more  Ollanta Humala at The Royal Palace on January 25, 2012 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Carlos Alvarez/Getty Images)  

Queen Sofia of Spain is set to visit the country next month, Spanish Ambassador Jorge Domecq said yesterday.

In an interview with government-run television PTV-4, Domecq said the Queen will meet with President Aquino and check on the Spanish government’s development programs in the country during her visit.

Queen Sofia first visited the country with her husband King Juan Carlos I in 1995. She returned in February 1998 to participate in celebrations marking a century of independence from Spanish colonial rule.

Last December, Spain granted 900,000 euros in humanitarian assistance for the victims of tropical storm “Sendong.”

The Spanish Cooperation Agency for International Development (AECID) in coordination with the Department of Social Welfare and Development allocated 400,000 euros for relief goods such as food, water, clothing, emergency kits, shelter materials, blankets and tents, among other non-food items.

A total of 500,000 euros that had been released through the Save the Children, Action against Hunger and the Spanish Red Cross addressed emergency, early recovery and rehabilitation needs of Sendong victims.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of Spain monitored the situation through its embassy and technical cooperation office in Manila, which in turn coordinated with the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council and the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs of the United Nations.  (Philstar News Service, www.philstar.com)