AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFashion & Identity: Filipino-American multimedia artist Loisse Ledres reacts to Maria Beatriz “Patis” Tesoro being named National Artist for Design, praising Filipiniana couture and the push for more space for Filipinas in creative industries. Digital Culture & Media: Russian news agencies warn deepfakes are a “virus” of the digital age, urging ongoing dialogue and shared methods to detect and counter fake content. Indigenous Heritage: Quezon’s “Sunggod Teh Kamanga” festival wins Best Cultural Festival at Bukidnon’s Pagdayaw, spotlighting Manobo traditions through rituals, dances, and indigenous games. Civil Rights in the Spotlight: The National Civil Rights Museum announces a Colin Kaepernick book talk on “The Perilous Fight,” tying athlete activism to the modern civil rights movement. Hip-Hop as Activism: Delaware Art Museum’s 4th Annual Hip Hop Cultural Summit returns Oct. 17 with panels, DJ sets, and a graffiti pioneer guest. Community & Culture: UC San Diego’s Triton UnOlympics keeps campus traditions playful, from pop-culture themed games to the Golden Shoe trophy. Local Governance: Gunnison County commissioners hear community health updates from the Community Health Coalition, focusing on gaps, education, and systems-level change.
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