"Start with your area of influence: demand accountability from power; stand up against bullies; report the lies. Tell your family and friends.
Courage spreads!
Begin by taking care of what's in front of us."
~Maria Ressa
Filipina-American journalist and Noble Peace Prize Recipient 2021
#inspireCourageandGrowth
About Us
We are committed to promote and foster the highest ethical relationship among the Philippine-American women through self-respect, and with the fullest consideration of the Philippine customs and traditions. It shall undertake all support of social, cultural and civic activities of all its members with the utmost care and love.
When you are ready, sis.
We'll be right here.
Together with other Philippine-Louisiana organizations, we aspire to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in everything we do for ourselves and the community.
PAWAL's role is to nurture its members with cultural support, respect, and love.
Let's bring it in!
Mission: GROWTH
Filipinos have a long history in Louisiana, particularly in the coastal areas of the state's southeastern region. Louisiana may be in a constant existential crisis, but it's the culture and the people we love.
Our Bayanihan is still here; watch us GROW together as one!
PAWAL's goal is to introduce our heritage to the community by ways of food; the nourishing component of life that allows us to gather and share creating a foodways.
Women exchanging their stories, their recipes, their garden tips, their art, their struggles--their beautiful American dream.
Kamayan Workshop
Learn the concept of Filipino Kamayan history, preparation, design, and sharing food!
August 20, 2022 12-2pm
Southern Food and Beverage Museum
1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70113
Halo Halo Workshop
Learn to make Halo Halo ingredients from scratch and assemble your own Mix Mix refreshing dessert!
August 27, 2022 2-4pm
Southern Food and Beverage Museum
1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70113