{"id":17487,"date":"2024-11-14T21:40:37","date_gmt":"2024-11-15T02:40:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/angatpangasinan.com\/alps\/?p=17487"},"modified":"2024-11-17T21:42:25","modified_gmt":"2024-11-18T02:42:25","slug":"biden-nominates-loida-lewis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/angatpangasinan.com\/alps\/biden-nominates-loida-lewis\/","title":{"rendered":"A Trailblazer\u2019s New Chapter: NaFFAA Celebrates Co-Founder Loida Lewis\u2019 Historic Nomination to Millennium Challenge Corporation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Washington, D.C.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) proudly celebrates its co-founder and former National Chair, Loida Lewis, on her nomination by President Joe Biden to the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Board of Directors. This prestigious nomination highlights her lifelong dedication to transformative leadership, advocacy, and global impact.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-17492\" src=\"https:\/\/angatpangasinan.com\/alps\/wp-content\/uploads\/LL_Nomination-1024x664.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"706\" height=\"458\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angatpangasinan.com\/alps\/wp-content\/uploads\/LL_Nomination-1024x664.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angatpangasinan.com\/alps\/wp-content\/uploads\/LL_Nomination-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angatpangasinan.com\/alps\/wp-content\/uploads\/LL_Nomination-768x498.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angatpangasinan.com\/alps\/wp-content\/uploads\/LL_Nomination-1536x996.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/angatpangasinan.com\/alps\/wp-content\/uploads\/LL_Nomination.jpg 1696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 100vw, 706px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17490\" src=\"https:\/\/angatpangasinan.com\/alps\/wp-content\/uploads\/Biden-with-Loida-Lewis.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angatpangasinan.com\/alps\/wp-content\/uploads\/Biden-with-Loida-Lewis.jpg 800w, https:\/\/angatpangasinan.com\/alps\/wp-content\/uploads\/Biden-with-Loida-Lewis-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angatpangasinan.com\/alps\/wp-content\/uploads\/Biden-with-Loida-Lewis-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angatpangasinan.com\/alps\/wp-content\/uploads\/Biden-with-Loida-Lewis-391x260.jpg 391w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this significant role, Atty. Lewis will collaborate with the U.S. Secretary of State, Secretary of the Treasury, and other distinguished leaders to advance MCC\u2019s mission of reducing global poverty through sustainable economic growth. Her expertise and vision will strengthen MCC\u2019s work in fostering accountability, equity, and transparency across the globe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;Loida Lewis\u2019 nomination is a testament to her unparalleled commitment to service and justice,&#8221; said Brendan Flores, NaFFAA National Chairman. &#8220;She has been a trailblazer throughout her career, inspiring countless individuals with her unwavering dedication to uplifting communities and fostering meaningful change.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a founding leader of NaFFAA, Loida Lewis has played a pivotal role in empowering Filipino Americans and advocating for equity and opportunity. Her influence has transcended borders, making her a global advocate for progress and sustainable development.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;Loida Lewis embodies the essence of leadership and purpose,&#8221; said Mariela Fletcher, NaFFAA National President. &#8220;Her nomination to the MCC Board of Directors is a recognition of her lifelong mission to create impactful and lasting change. We are immensely proud of her accomplishments and the legacy she continues to build.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MCC\u2019s mission to alleviate poverty and promote economic empowerment aligns seamlessly with Loida Lewis\u2019 lifelong work. Her leadership will further enhance MCC\u2019s efforts in building partnerships that drive transformative growth and development around the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NaFFAA celebrates this monumental achievement, which serves as an inspiration to Filipino Americans and all who strive to make a difference. Loida Lewis\u2019 nomination exemplifies the boundless potential of Filipino Americans to lead and create meaningful global impact.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>For more information:<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whitehouse.gov\/briefing-room\/statements-releases\/2024\/11\/14\/president-biden-announces-nominees-5\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White House Announcement<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Washington, D.C.\u2014 The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) proudly celebrates its co-founder and former National Chair, Loida Lewis, on her nomination by President Joe Biden to the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Board of Directors. This prestigious nomination highlights her lifelong dedication to transformative leadership, advocacy, and global impact. In this significant role, Atty. 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