I'm new to this!  I joined the Philippine Nurses Association Austin Texas on September 21, 2019 and never expected to land on a position that day.  I rarely volunteer but to my surprise, I raised my hand when they needed someone to write the minutes of the meeting and the rest is headache and history!  I say that I am proud to be a pioneering member and secretary of PNA ATX.  I could say that it is not an easy task because everything is a first time experience for most of the officers.  We did experience a lot of challenges and accomplishments, but I believe it was worth it. 

2020 was designated "International Year of the Nurse and Midwife", and I could literally say it is, because of this pandemic.  PNA ATX planned activities were on hold after the successful Induction of Officers and Gala night last February 15., 2020 but PNA ATX continued to work silently with members affected by the pandemic, also giving donations to our fellow Filipinos back home. 

A new year is coming soon signifying a fresh new start,  a new chapter in life, new questions to be asked, new answers to be discovered, new goals and missions to be accomplished.  PNA ATX will start early by giving our members a gift that will encourage every member to communicate effectively and give back to their communities utilizing their professional skills and expertise.  PNA ATX is reformatting it's official website and I encourage every member to follow and share this good news!