Ms California United States 2011: Jade Monfils at the Philippine Republic Day Gala

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Jade Monfils at the Philippine Republic Day Gala

I was so happy to be asked to attend the annual gala dinner in honor of Philippine National Independence Day. Each year Filipinos from all over Texas and Oklahoma come together in Dallas to celebrate this special occasion. It was held at the Hilton in Dallas, and was a very extravagant event! Everyone was dressed in their finest to watch and listen to the wonderful entertainers. I made announcements and introduced the musicians. Here I am in a traditional Filipina dress called a Terno, with global Filipino band sensation Primo. I also got to meet Kimberly and Sage Miss Philippine Texas and Miss Teen Philippine Texas!

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My Platform

In 2009 I traveled over 7,000 miles across the state of Texas, and helped to raise over $200,000 for after-school and youth mentoring programs; with The Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Big Brothers & Big Sisters. I believe that many of our youth are growing up too fast, and being negatively influenced. Many children are coming from broken homes and I believe that through after-school programs and positive mentoring these youth can be productive in today's society instead of destructive. Growing up I had two working parents, and had many friends that were “latch key kids”. I have seen first hand the dangers of gang violence and the importance of these programs. Having volunteered with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America since 1999 and mentoring my “little sister” through Big Brother and Big Sisters, I see a need for positive outlets for young teens. For youth, 12 - 14 years old is a crucial time when youth are exposed to gangs. Also boys and girls involved in after school programs are 50% less likely to drop out of high school, and 2.5 times more likely to go on to further education.

The Presidential Volunteer Service Award