TAGPO: Right Place, Right Time.

The article focuses on the autobiography "TAGPO: Right Place, Right Time" by Florangel Rosario Braid, which reflects on her life as a prominent communications and development expert in the Philippines. Braid, who was a member of the 1986 Philippine Constitutional Commission and co-founder of the Asi...

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Publicado en:Budhi Vol. 27; no. 2; pp. 137 - 145
Autor principal: Sta. Maria, Felice Prudente
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Ateneo de Manila University, Loyola Schools, Office of the Assoc. Dean for Research & Creative Work 2023
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Sumario:The article focuses on the autobiography "TAGPO: Right Place, Right Time" by Florangel Rosario Braid, which reflects on her life as a prominent communications and development expert in the Philippines. Braid, who was a member of the 1986 Philippine Constitutional Commission and co-founder of the Asian Institute of Journalism and Communication, shares her journey from a public high school teacher to an internationally recognized social activist. The term "tagpo," meaning "setting" or "meeting" in Tagalog, encapsulates her experiences of being in the right place to advocate for change. The narrative highlights her commitment to social responsibility, peace, and nation-building, emphasizing the importance of recognizing opportunities for reform throughout her life.