Empowering Filipino Nurses Globally: Meet the 5 Newly Appointed Country Representatives

In a significant step towards fostering international collaboration in healthcare, the Filipino Nursing Diaspora (FiND) Network has recently appointed five Filipino nurses as country representatives. Each is poised to champion nursing excellence and advocate for the profession's advancement globally.

Among these distinguished individuals is John Paul Ben Silang, PhD, RN , the Director of Nursing Research at Hamad Medical Corporation, representing Qatar. With a wealth of experience and expertise in nursing research, JP is committed to promoting evidence-based practices and elevating the standards of nursing care in Qatar.

Dr. Mark Donald Re?osa , a doctoral researcher at Heidelberg University, now stands as the representative for Germany. His dedication to advancing nursing knowledge through research makes him a valuable asset to the FiND Network's mission of promoting excellence in nursing education and practice.

Dr Maria Mares PhD, RN, BN (Hons) , a sessional academic at Western Sydney University, has been appointed as the country representative for Australia. Drawing from her academic experience, Maria is committed to nurturing the next generation of nurses and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in Australian healthcare.

Professor Al Biag, EdD, MEd, MAN, RN , Vice President for Academic Affairs at Holy Angel University, proudly represents the Philippines. With a deep-rooted passion for nursing education and leadership development, Dr. Al is dedicated to empowering Filipino nurses and ensuring their voices are heard globally.

Marissa Advincula , a senior manager at DaVita Singapore assumes the role of representing Singapore. With her extensive experience in healthcare management, Marissa+ is committed to promoting collaboration and best practices among nursing professionals in Singapore and beyond.

In the words of Dr. Jerome Babate, the Executive Director of the Nursing Network, "These appointments underscore the invaluable contributions of Filipino nurses to global healthcare. We are confident that JP, Mark, Maria, Al, and Marissa will uphold the highest standards of professionalism and excellence, further enhancing the reputation of Filipino nursing worldwide."

Over the last five months, the FiND Network has named ten country representatives, marking a significant milestone in the organization's efforts to strengthen nursing networks and collaborations worldwide. As these dedicated individuals assume their roles, they carry Filipino nurses' collective expertise and passion, united in their commitment to advancing healthcare and improving patient outcomes globally.