The Philippine Embassy in Washington, D.C., in partnership with the Philippine Nurses Association of Metropolitan DC, Inc. (PNAMDC), welcomes newly arrived Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) in the DMV area. Through its Ate & Kuya Program launched in October 2024, along with workshops and informal community networks, PNAMDC continues to provide critical support for the smooth transition and integration of Filipino nurses into the U.S. healthcare system. (Seated L-R: Second Secretary and Consul Mark Dominic E. Lim, Labor Attaché Saul T. De Vries, Minister and Consul General Donna M. Rodriguez, PNAMDC President Christine Pabico, PNAMDC Secretary Maricon Dans)
Minister and Consul General Donna M. Rodriguez delivers her remarks during the welcome event for newly arrived Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs), expressing appreciation to the Philippine Nurses Association of Metropolitan DC, Inc. (PNAMDC) for their unwavering support in assisting IENs during their transition and integration into the U.S. healthcare system.
PNAMDC President Christine Pabico delivers welcome remarks to newly arrived Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs), reaffirming the organization’s commitment to supporting their successful transition and integration into the local healthcare community.
Ms. Hazel Lubguban and Mr. Fern Garcia shared their inspiring experiences as beneficiaries of PNAMDC’s Ate and Kuya Program, highlighting the vital role of peer support in easing the transition of newly arrived Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) into life and work in the United States.