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Beyond the Dream
STORIES THAT ACCELERATE ACTION

Date : March 29, 2025

Time : 1:30pm to 4:00pm

Location : Edmonton City Hall -1 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, AB T5J 2R7, Canada

 

Come and celebrate Women’s Month with us as Edmonton Philippine International Centre (EPIC) collaborates with BelongInclusivity to recognize the strength, achievements, and contributions of women in our community. Enjoy engaging panel discussions led by experts, featuring interactive audience participation and advocacy.

 

​Event Highlights:

  • Keynote speeches from influential women leaders

  • Panel discussion on women’s empowerment in the workplace

  • Networking opportunities with community organizations​

EVENT MODERATORS
Maria Drueco
Moderator

Founder, DEI Strategist, Speaker, Author of "UnHide Yourself: Break Free from Bias, Stigma & Stereotypes"

Maria Drueco is an immigrant and woman of color who brings various experiences in travel, healthcare, DEI, talent management, and antiracism advocacy. With over 25 years in these fields, Maria is a seasoned expert, guiding...

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Giselle General
Moderator

Giselle General is a Filipino-Canadian artist who has called Edmonton her home since 2008. Her artistic expression ranges from creative nonfiction such as essays, anthologies, articles and blogs, to upcycled mixed media visual art. Giselle is currently developing her debut memoir, Living on a Cliff’s Edge, that narrates her experiences, from being orphaned as a child to her immigration to ...

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EVENT SPEAKERS AND GUESTS
Emma R. Sarne
Speaker / Panelist

Emma R. Sarne assumed her post as Consul General of the Philippine Consulate General in Calgary, with jurisdiction over the provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan, on 20 June 2024. Prior to this post, she served as Minister ...

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Dr. Josephine E. Pallard
Panelist

Dr. Josephine Enero Pallard is a pioneering Filipino-Canadian educator, advocate, and community leader. Born in Baguio City, she immigrated to Edmonton in 1967 and built a distinguished career in education, teaching at ...

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Maureen Ward-Caisse
Panelist

Maureen Ward-Caisse, a proud member of Ermineskin Cree Nation, was born and raised in Maskwacis, Alberta. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Alberta (2007) and a Master of Business Administration ... 

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Jennifer Rice
Speaker

Jennifer Rice was elected to Edmonton City Council on October 18, 2021 and officially took her oath of office on October 26, 2021. She is a resident of Edmonton Ward Ipiihkoohkanipiaohtsi and she is among the first visible minority ...

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Ruby Malik
Panelist

Ruby Malik is a highly accomplished and versatile professional with a distinguished career as a community activist, senior public servant, gender expert, business entrepreneur, and rancher. With over 18 years of experience ... 

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EXHIBITORS
April Angeles
Artist / Exhibitor

April Angeles is a talented Filipino-Canadian visual artist based in Edmonton, A B. Known for her creative versatility, she works primarily with acrylics, recycled materials, and aphite, blending textures and meaning in her unique pieces.  ...

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Khin Ohiman
Artist / Exhibitor

Khin is a talented tattoo artist at Wild Jasmine Studio, a Filipino-owned tattoo shop specializing in Neo- Traditional designs and body contouring, an art technique that features bold outlines while following the body's natural ...

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Roleza Jean Marzan
Artist / Exhibitor

Roleza Jean Marzan is a contemporary artist based in Edmonton, known for her innovative and expressive creations. Her work explores diverse themes through a unique blend of textures, colors, and techniques, making ...

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