Between two flags: What does it mean to remain 'Filipino' after migration to Australia? - Sa Pagitan ng Dalawang Bandila: Paano nga ba nasusukat ang pagiging Pilipino matapos mangibang bansa?

What does it mean to remain Filipino after migrating abroad? As the Philippines celebrates Independence Day, Filipinos in Australia share their diverse perspectives on identity, belonging and maintaining connections to their roots while building a life in a new homeland. - Ano ang ibig sabihin ng manatiling Pilipino matapos mangibang-bansa? Sa pagdiriwang ng Araw ng Kalayaan, ibinabahagi ng mga Pilipino sa Australia ang kanilang magkakaibang pananaw sa identity, belonging at koneksyon sa kanilang pinagmulan habang bumubuo ng buhay sa kanilang bagong tahanan.

Living abroad actually made me appreciate being Filipino more. Being away from home strengthened my connection to family, community and the values I grew up with.