UAP Australia Chapter Inauguration

UNITED ARCHITECTS OF THE PHILIPPINES

The Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects

United Architects of the Philippines

AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

CHAPTER CHARTER
PRESENTATION and
INAUGURATION CEREMONIES

PAGSIBOL:
Kaisa sa paglikha ng sinag

Saturday, March 6, 2021
9:00 AM Manila | 12:00 PM Australia | 2:00 PM New Zealand

ATTIRE: All black

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

HISTORY

October 2016 when Ar. Dan Membrere and wife Ar. Hazel Aguilar migrated in Australia from Singapore.
They were searching for community of architects whom they can communicate regarding the professional
practice of Architecture in Australia. They came to realize that United Architects of the Philippines is not in
existence in Australia.

Year 2017, they worked in the same company where they met another Filipino architect, Richard
Gumabao who joined them in this endeavour. The three had the vision of establishing UAP- Australia and
New Zealand chapter as an avenue to reach out to other Filipino architects in Australia and New Zealand.
The merged concept came about due to the minority of registered architects in both countries who are
interested in joining the organization.

Ar. Hazel Aguilar hailed from UAP Bulacan chapter while Ar. Dan Membrere was from UAP Manila Centrum
but most of the architects they know who migrated in Australia and New Zealand were all from Singapore.
This was the main reason why Ar. Hazel approached the former UAP-Singapore chapter President, Ar. Joan
Tabinas to sponsor the formation of Australia chapter with the assistance of then Vice President and now
the current chapter President of UAP – Singapore, Ar. Mark Lester Valignota. This undertaking was blessed
by UAP-Singapore’s mother chapter, the Manila Centrum in coordination with the past chapter president
Ar. John Lemuel LLacuna. On the other hand, architects from New Zealand were gathered by their former
officemates in Singapore, Ar. Lini Grace Agan Con-el and Ar. Desire Bonotan Sitchon.

The first attempt to charter UAP Australia and New Zealand was in 2018 but did not fall into fruition due to
the lack of members that were able to comply with the requirements for chartering. There were several
challenges in pursuing the plan, mainly due to the loss of interest to continue their careers as architects
because of the compliances required to practice the architectural profession in Australia and NZ whereby
it is preferable to graduate from a local and internationally recognised school, in order to get endorsement
to practice by the local architectural organisations. Secondly, there are constraints to physically bond and
plan for the chartering as Australia, with New Zealand combined, is the largest continent and its
demographical constraints have led to some limitations to expedite the processing and exchange of
paperwork for chartering. The positive outcome of this limitation, however, have realised that distance nor
time can hinder the process of chartering as the group have risen above and beyond, and learned to use
the technologies available, to keep up with the changing times brought about by physical distance, and
later on the COVID-19 pandemic, hence have constituted to the continuation of the chapter formation.

2019 was the rebirth of the formation of Australia and New Zealand chapter with more Architects
immigrated from Philippines, Singapore, and other countries. With this revamp, Ar. Hazel began expanding
the search for volunteers to represent each state of Australia and New Zealand. A group of coordinators
was created. They planned activities such as lecture series that the formation group has hosted with an
aim to attract members to join the organization. Group chats each state was also created to promote
camaraderie among members that live within a state. Virtual meetings with the volunteers were also held.
These steps indeed increased the number of Architects who joined the chapter formation despite the
worldwide pandemic.

The campaign was strengthened with the help of National Past President, Ar. Medeliano Roldan and B1’s
District Director, Ar. Louisito Domalaon who helped put forward the chapter formation to UAP’s National
Board of Directors.

Under NBD Resolution no. 44, FY 2020-2021, the formation of UAP Australia under Regional District B1 as
endorsed by the Commission on Internal Affairs has now finally approved.

It is indeed a long journey but may this history marks the contribution of Filipino Architects in Australia and
New Zealand in our noble organization, the United Architects of the Philippines, as we expand through
these regions in the coming years.

LOGO RATIONALE

Main feature of UAP Australia logo is our
UAP logo.

It is a well-known fact that kangaroos are the
symbol of Australia. It is the first image that
springs into someone’s mind when thinking
about Australia. The hopping kangaroo
characterizes the organization and country to
keep moving forward.

It is noticeable that one of the legs of the
kangaroo is a ‘boomerang’ which is an
internationally recognized symbol of Australia.
The integration of boomerang is in respect for
Aboriginal people. For them, the boomerang
is a symbol of cultural endurance and a
tangible link to their long presence in this
continent.

UAP, Australia and New Zealand colours are well
presented with the UAP logo more pronounced.
The proposed logo is an integration of UAP
logo, Australian flag, Philippine flag, kangaroo
and boomerang.
UAP Australia logo was designed and
conceptualized by Ar. Dan Carlvin Membrere.

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

VISION

We envision UAP Australia chapter to be a respected
and reputable organisation, upholding the practice of
Filipino Architects within Australia, New Zealand and its
neighbouring islands, while promoting the capabilities

and strengths of its members.

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

MISSION

As a united organisation, we shall encourage progress
and development of the Filipino Architects within this

global environment through our core values:

OUR CORE VALUES

UNITY
To promote diversity in our professional practice,
whilst involving people from various backgrounds,
ethnicity and affiliations in an inclusive society.

EVOLVING
To develop programs and platforms that will
promote continued Professional Development of

its members.

HUMILITY
To create an open mind and recognition of the

strengths of oneself and others.

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

CHARTER MEMBERS

AGUILAR, ARCILLA, BELONIO,
Hazel V. Raiza Marie Wynn CB K.
Lavina G.

CON-EL, Lini CASCAYAN, GARCIA,
Grace A. Ma. Cristina O Jeffrey A.

GONZALES, GUINTO, GUMABAO,
Jericho Jennifer Jose
Ryan D. Comin Richard P.

KAW, LASCANO, MACALINTAL,
Quennie Marlon A. Rohnson M.
Chiu

MANIA, MEMBRERE, MUNSOD,
Sheena Dan Carlvin S. Bryan P.
Christine R.

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

CHARTER MEMBERS

NUÑEZ, OCAMPO, PAJARES,
Karlota L. Emerald G. Dionne
Melodi G.

PARIAN, PEREZ, PERILLO,
Cicero G. Alglo B. Rachelle
Grace G.

RAMOS, RAMOS, ROQUE,
Emerson B. Sarah Jane Jeff P.

SABADO, SANTIAGO, TILAO,
Dale S. Richard Kimberly F.
Paul D.

TILAO, VERGARA, WAAY,
Ryan B. Romeo A. Monaliza E.

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

CHARTER OFFICERS

AGUILAR, Hazel Valenzuela ARCILLA, Raiza Marie
Charter President Lavina G.

Vice President for
Programs & Development

CON-EL, Lini Grace A RAMOS, Sarah Jane
Charter Secretary
Vice President for
Operations

SANTIAGO, Richard Paul VERGARA, Romeo A.
Dullas Charter Auditor

Charter Treasurer

RAMOS, Emerson CASCAYAN, Ma. Cristina
Baquigo Orale

Director - Membership New Zealand Secretary &
Committee Treasurer

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

PROGRAMME

OPENING CEREMONIES

Invocation Romeo Vergara, uap
Incoming Charter Auditor
National Anthem
UAP March Lini Con El, uap
Architect's Credo Incoming Charter VP for Operations
Sarah Ramos, uap
Opening Remarks Incoming Charter Secretary
Hazel Aguilar, uap
Acknowledgement of Incoming Charter President
Guests Renato A. Heray, fuap, fria, Asean ar, pala, ifla
UAP National President
Introduction of UAP Hazel Aguilar, uap
National President Incoming Charter President

Address of the UAP
National President

Presentation of Token
Appreciation to the UAP
National President

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

PROGRAMME

Introduction of Guest Speaker Raiza Arcilla, uap
Incoming Charter VP for Programs and
Address of the Guest Speaker Development

Presentation of Token H.E. Ma. Hellen Barber De La Vega
Appreciation to the Guest Philippine Ambassador to Australia
Speaker
Introduction of Guest Speaker Emerson Ramos, uap
Incoming Charter Membership Commission
Address of the Guest Speaker Head

Presentation of Token Christina Cascayan, uap
Appreciation to the Guest Incoming Charter Secretary/Treasurer NZ
Speaker
Joanne de Leon Tabinas, uap
UAP Asia Pacific Council, Founding Director of
Core

Richard Paul Santiago, uap
Incoming Charter Treasurer

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

PROGRAMME

CHARTER PRESENTATION RITES

Presentation of Chapter Mark Lester Valignota, uap
History Chapter President, UAP Singapore
Sponsor Chapter
Roll Call of Chapter
Charter Members Reginald Dominic T. Yaneza, uap
Chairman, UAP Committee Head on Chapter
Roll Call of Chapter Organization
Charter Officers
Louisito L. Dumalaon
Presentation of the District Director B1
Chapter Certificate
Vanessa L. Ledesma, uap
Reading of Charter Executive Director, UAP Commision on Internal
Preamble Affairs
Lighting of UAP Candle Jonathan V. Manalad, phd, uap, piep
UAP Secretary General
Renato A. Heray, fuap, fria, Asean ar, pala, ifla
UAP National President

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

PROGRAMME

Signing of the Charter Charter Members
Certificate
Reginald Dominic T. Yaneza, uap
Chairman, UAP Committee on Membership
Maribel V. Molina-Collado, uap
Chairman, UAP Committee on Chapter
Organization
Vanessa L. Ledesma, uap
Executive Director, UAP Commission on Internal
Affairs
Louisito L. Dumalaon
District Director B1
Jonathan V. Manalad, phd, uap, piep
UAP Secretary General
Rene Richie A. Corcuera, fuap
Vice President, Area B
Armando Eugene C. De Guzman III, fuap
National Executive Vice President
Renato A. Heray, fuap, fria, Asean ar, pala, ifla
UAP National President

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

PROGRAMME

Presentation of the UAP Renato A. Heray, fuap, fria, Asean ar, pala, ifla
Flag UAP National President

Presentation of the Chapter Rene Richie A. Corcuera, fuap
Banner Vice President, Area B

Presentation of the Chapter Lini Con El, uap
Logo Incoming Charter VP for Operations

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

PROGRAMME

INDUCTION RITES Vanessa L. Ledesma, uap
Executive Director, UAP Commission on Internal Affairs
Charging of Chapter Charter 
Members Renato A. Heray, fuap, fria, Asean ar, pala, ifla
UAP National President
Induction of Chapter Charter 
Members Louisito L. Dumalaon
District Director B1
Presentation of Chapter Charter 
Officers Jonathan V. Manalad, phd, uap, piep
UAP Secretary General
Charging of Chapter Charter 
Officers Renato A. Heray, fuap,fria, Asean ar, pala,ifla
UAP National President
Induction of Charter Officers
Louisito L. Dumalaon
Presentation of Chapter Gavel District Director B1

Acceptance of Chapter Gavel Hazel Aguilar, uap
Incoming Charter President
Presentation of Chapter Kit
Vanessa L. Ledesma, uap
Pinning Ceremony Executive Director, UAP Commission on Internal Affairs
Inaugural Address
Sponsors of the Charter Members
Hazel Aguilar, uap
Incoming Charter President

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

PROGRAMME

CLOSING RITES

Pictorial Sarah Ramos, uap
Presentation of Tokens to Incoming Charter Secretary
Sponsors and Organizing
Committee Hazel Aguilar, uap
Incoming Charter President
Closing Remarks
Raiza Arcilla, uap
Incoming Charter VP for Programs and
Development

UAP AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

REMINDERS

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UAP National Officers
UAP_Last Name_First Name

Inductees
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Guests
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induction ceremonies not unless required.

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