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Dealing with the challenges of today requires problem-solvers who bring different perspectives and are willing to take risks. GPII-SUC emerged out of a pursuit to inspire and support the community, and a desire for actions to speak louder than words. Established in 2010, we’re an organization driven by progressive ideas, bold actions, and a strong foundation of support. Contact us to learn more and get involved.
One-night get together
GPII-SUC members embarked on a one-night get-together at Fuwairit Beach last April 10-11. Celebrating the first day of Eid Holiday, the night was filled with songs, laughter and fun. Led by the President, PCRC Knight the group had a wonderful time over a banquet of foods prepared by the members, themselves.
The objectives of the said gathering was to encourage love, sharing and free interaction of members irrespective of stature in the organization and to have fun and entertainment.
Music is one thing that holds the group together. the Karaoke was on until the wee hours of the morning.
The food was a blast. Everyone's hunger was quenched with delectable foods prepared by the members.
The early morning was a great time to wade and dive through the cold water. Others just enjoy the sunrise pre-empting a new day.
What a day that was!
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GPII-SUC SHINES THROUGH IN PIDC 2023 CELEBRATION
The 125th Philippine Independence Day celebration (PIDC) in Qatar on June 23, was a conglomeration of Filipinos, a one-day event, attended by various Filipino organizations ranging from non-profit, small to big businesses and entertainment-related fields.
This event showcased the diverse culture of the Philippine archipelago from its mouthwatering and delectable cuisine, timeless fashion and unique festivals.
The GPII-SUC, with its representatives had graced the occasion and also lend its hand to volunteering in the safety and security of the event.
With the theme “Kalayaan, Kinabukasan, Kasaysayan” (Freedom, Future, History), the June 23 event was held at Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel which started at 7am with the Almusal ng Bayan or free breakfast for all (first come, first served basis), followed by cultural parade of organizations, schools, groups, government officials and staff and furthered with cultural traditional presentations, regional exhibits from all the Philippine regions showcasing local products, delicacies and festivals.
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(CTTO. Courtesy of Al Jaber Opticians)
The 11th Traffic Awareness and Iftar Drive (TARID) was inspired by the Qatar Living Volunteers group in 2010.
Every year since August 12, 2011 to 2019, Mildred Bullong Ngoaban have initiated to organize a community activity as used to be powered by Al Jaber Opticians in collaboration with the different Expat Community Organizations’ members in Qatar.
The main purposes of the event are; to campaign traffic awareness to prevent any road accidents caused by reckless driving, secondly is to provide main foods and drinks/Iftar to all the motorists especially those who are fasting during the month of Ramadan and finally, the event unifies the community social welfare advocates.
In 14 April 2022, the Company has sponsored the community’s 11th Traffic Awareness and Iftar Drive in the State of Qatar which was supported by the Volunteers from the different Expatriates organizations. More than one hundred seventy Volunteers from different Nationalities from Philippines, Nepal, Pakistan, Srilanka and India cooperated and joint forces to carry the event successfully. Each volunteer responsibly observes the traffic rules, health and safety measures during packing of food packs, transportation of volunteers and Iftar pack distributions.
Team leaders were assigned to every distribution point, and each Team leader will be responsible to guide their co-volunteers on their designated distribution areas, to observe safety and cleanliness after the distribution. Mr. Mehran Ejaz Abbasi from Qatar Living group was the Team leader assigned at Bin Omran signals and Mr. Joey Dale Allado from GPII-SUC led the volunteers at Ramada Signals.
At the end of the Ifthar Packs distributions, all volunteers have concluded the event with Volunteers Dinner.
The Management of Al Jaber Opticians and Al Jaber Family congratulates all volunteer community members who participated and supported the event and the cooperation of the motorists were highly appreciated and to STONE GUARDIANS Brotherhood Inc. (SGBI) and Qatar Volunteers Group for leading all volunteers.
May the Spirit of the Holy Month of Ramadan brings peace and joy to everyone’s heart as we all continue to promote community advocates and our community social responsibilities. (By: Mildred B. Ngoaban-Lloren)
Election of New Set of Officers
Part of the group's restructure is the election of new set of Officers. The past set of Officers had served their term for two (2) years. The election were done on April 14, 2023 after determining a quorum has been made. Romy "PCRC Knight" M. Tiolo was elected Chairman succeeding the outgoing Chairman, Victorio "GMF Habagat" L. Victorino,
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GPII-SUC Chapter had celebrated recently their anniversary at Corp Executive Doha Suites last January 19, 2023.
PROJECT: LAPTOP
February 7, 2020
Finally, the “Project: Laptop” of GPII-SUC had come to fruition with the acquisition of a Lenovo laptop. It all started with a donated necklace from CGMF Dale that was solely intended as the grand prize for a 3-digit lottery game, participated by the members and friends of friends of the organization. With the lottery yielding QR1000, another set of jewelry was purchased for the second batch of game. This particular event raised a total of QR1,800.
The Lenovo laptop was bought for QR1000. The said instrument will be vital for the organization in the repository and drafting of various
organizational documents. The General Secretary of the organization was trusted to be its custodian.
Another successful project, another milestone.
GPII-SUC 10TH YEAR FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY AND POST CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
January 10, 2020
Today marks the commemoration of GPII-SUC 10th Founding Anniversary. The advocacy and concept of this prime organization is geared towards openness and transparency. Decisions are taken and enforced following rules and regulations. Information on decisions, implementation of policies and results is made available to the public, to enable it to effectively follow and contribute to the work of the organization as a whole.
The event was well-attended by the members who were greeted with delight as they were given Recognition Certificates to celebrate their well-deserved accomplishments in the organization. Among the achievement titles were Outstanding Leadership Award, Exemplary Character Award, The Epitome of Teamwork Award, Mentorship Award, Diligence Award, Exceptional Tenure award, Absolute Attendance Award, “U” Make a Difference Award and Most Promising Newcomers and Members Award. The top awardees were handed to Sammy “GMF R-JHAY” Joaquin for the Over-all Excellence Award and to Arnulfo “CGMF AIRWOLF” Flores for GUARDIANS of the year Award. Romy “PCRC KNIGHT” Tiolo, the GCC Legion President, was awarded Leadership Excellence Award for being a selfless leader who understands that the power that he has is not about him but to ensure the benefit of the people who follow his lead.
The occasion also marked the unveiling of the organization’s website by CGMF Dale who instigated the whole process. This marks another milestone for the organization to be the lone GUARDIANS group in Qatar to have its own website.
Engr. Jerry Ronquillo graced the occasion as the Guest Speaker. His message implored all the members to get involved and be heedful of the organization’s mission. He further urged everyone to stay worthy as members, be mindful of your purpose in joining and contribute whatever service that you can to the organization’s effectiveness.
The occasion was further highlighted with the promotion of four (4) members who had stayed true and passionate about their commitment to the welfare of the organization. Ronnie “GMF Rodney” Macula, formerly Master Founder was promoted to Grand Master Founder. Arnulfo “CGMF AIRWOLF” Flores, Joel “CGMF JADD” Olar and Joey “CGMF DALE” Allado, who were formerly Grand Master Founders were promoted to Chartered Grand Master Founders. The new members also were awarded their Membership Certificates and identification cards.
Rey “MG YEREAM” Sumaya rendered an acoustic number accompanied by Godofredo “MG FIREFOX” Año. The event was also a post-Christmas celebration wherein members brought gifts to memorialize the season’s festive message of giving and receiving. The anniversary celebration continued with loads of games and fun which were facilitated by Ma. Nenita “FRMG MHON” Dela Torre and Adrian “FRMG ANDY” Cruz. Door prizes were given much to the delight of the guests who were included in the raffle. The occasion was concluded with giving the prize money to the winners of the games. MF Wheng, GMF Thivsz, and CGMF Dale anchored the program.
GPII-SUC GETS NEW SET OF ELECTED OFFICERS
October 11, 2019
The induction of the new set of elected officers was held successfully. The theme of the ceremony was “CONTINUITY OF EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP THROUGH SERVICE AND STRONG BROTHERHOOD”.
Joelito “GMF JOJO” Giron, through Elmer “FRMG Bulldog” Flores turned over the key of responsibility to the newly elected President, Victorio “MF Habagat” Victorino, whom wholeheartedly accepted it. He hereby pledged to uphold the ideals of GPII-SUC by pursuing its core and thrust and promised to do the best of his ability and sets himself as an example worthy of emulation.
Engr. Rolan “FRMG Bongbong” Nevado of GBHFI/1GANAP, a two-year term President of GUARDIANS Legion Qatar, served as the Guest Speaker of the said occasion. He praised the group for all their worthy causes and actions. He urged all GPII-SUC leaders, officers, and members to continue their commitment to cultivating the value of charity programs all through the years. He further concluded that all leaders and members who will continue to lead in the organization will become leaders who are humble and concern enough to preserve and enrich the legacy of GPII-SUC and to the GUARDIANS Brotherhood, as a whole.
The GPII GCC President, Romy “PCRC Knight” in the presence of the Guest Speaker presented and inducted the new set of Officers. Joey “GMF Dale” Allado, one of the Advisers of the Legion presented the highlights of GPII-SUC events from the last quarter of 2018 until October 2019.
Joel “GMF Jadd” Olar, concluded the affair with a closing remark to end the first part of the program.
After lunch was served, the second part of the program was filled with fun and games after Certificates of Promotion were awarded to Benjamen “FRMG Benz” Revilla and Rocky “RMG Rock” Pabustan, both from Supreme SOLDIERS and to Mark Anthony “RMG Mark” Navea and Loudee More “RMG Pags” Pagaratan, from Master.
GPII-SUC SPORTSFEST
March 28, 2019
Inspired by the cliché, “Health is wealth”, the GPII-SUC-RAM held its first-ever Sportsfest on March 28, 2019 at Al Wakra Open Beach, Al Wakra, Qatar. This interweaves with the organization's pursuit of propagating and enhancing the GUARDIANS brotherhood through a series of activities that would solidify and strengthen their accord and affiliation. With the leadership of CRC Knight, under the tutelage of PCRC Virgo, the event was successfully concluded with a beach cleaning drive the morning after to sustain the group’s advocacy of a cleaner and greener environment.
The event was attended by the chapters comprising the group who had participated in various games with zest and enthusiasm. The attendees were divided into three main groups who had competed in the games concocted by the organization’s game masters. GMF Bossing from Lawin GUARDIANS was a guest on the occasion who had selflessly extended his efforts in helping to facilitate the games.
Team 1 lead by FRMG Bulldog had managed to win the Grand prize of QR400 and a trophy. Team 3 lead by FRMG Best collected QR300 and a trophy, while Team 2 lead by MG Mark received QR200 and a trophy.
The event was successfully accomplished with the help of the following people who had lend a hand towards the inception and making this undertaking a reality:
NF Bluethunder for donating QR300 for the prizes;
CRC Knight, GMF Dale and GMF R-jhay for donating Q100 each for the prizes;
MG Rose for preparing the foods;
MG Ezra for the rice;
FRMG Ayah for the additional prizes;
FRMG Mhon and FRMG Cheng for being the game architects;
CRC Knight and MG Soyti for the transport.
For everyone who had participated in the success of this program and to those who were not mentioned, GPII-SUC-RAM is always thankful for all of your efforts.
LEND A HAND PROJECT - OUTREACH
February 15, 2019
The GPII-SUC-RAM Legion of Qatar has come together for the “LEND A HAND PROJECT” to OFW women migrant workers who were held at POLO-OWWA Qatar for various reasons. Most of them were domestic helpers or kasambahays who had succumbed to harassment and abuse by their employers. A few of them got pregnant through illicit relationships. There were 129 women with 9 babies in the shelter.
The Lend-a-Hand Project was done on 15th of February at the POLO-OWWA, Qatar under the leadership of Ramonito “PCRC Virgo” J. Roxas and Romy “CRC Knight” M. Tiolo, together with the members comprising the GPII-SUC-RHAM legion of Qatar.
The success of this undertaking will not be possible without the support of the following people:
Miss Rose Ramos who had willingly shared her house for the repacking of goods to be given. Thank you also for the food shared by the group who had help in this process.
Miss Kharen David of Balitang Q for the press exposure.
Wharly “MG Daveeyns” G. David for the biscuits and pampers.
Constancio “GMF Libra” P. Salonga Jr. for the monetary donation.
Ligaya “FRMG Ayah” R. Lausan for the used clothes.
Marielle “MG Yel” V. Villaluz for the packs of baby clothing.
Ma. Nenita “FRMG Mhon” F. Dela Torre for sharing her home for the food preparation.
Joel “MG Soyti” S. Balisi for helping in the transport.
Carlos “MF Karl” C. Ramos for helping in the transport.
Rosenda “MG Rose” Reyes for the packs of water.
Guiller “MG Extra” Garcia for the monetary donation.
Ramonito “PCRC Virgo” J. Roxas for the food and raffle prizes.
The Logistic Group – Dante “GMF Nahds” M. Pagaling, Rodolfo “FRMG Volvo” G. Flores, Herman “MG Criman” V. Villegas, Leonard “MG Leo-B” P. Basenillo, Cherish “FRMG Cheng” B. Ventura, Ricardo “FRMG Ric-Ric” M. Abihay for preparing the foods.
The rest of the main GPII-SUC, MASTER and SUPREME SOLDIERS Chapters for repacking the goods and for their invaluable support for the success of this event. Your help is highly appreciated.