Pangandaman named 'Outstanding Filipina in Public Service' awardee

Budget Secretary Amenah “Mina” F. Pangandaman received the “Outstanding Filipina in the Field of Public Service” award at the Gawad Pilipino Awards Night on March 16 in Quezon City. This event celebrated women’s contributions to empowerment and equality. Pangandaman, the first Muslim Budget Secretary in the Philippines, was recognized for her leadership. Her message, delivered by DBM Undersecretary Goddes Hope Libiran, highlighted the importance of uplifting others and the role of women in driving progress. She acknowledged influential women in her life, including former DBM Secretary Emilia Boncodin and Senator Loren Legarda. Pangandaman emphasized her commitment to gender equality and the empowerment of Filipinas in her leadership role.