The initial meeting for the pioneering officers
and members of DISC was held at the Aliman
residence in San Clemente, CA on Dec. 23, 2007.
It was attended by several Dipolognons from different
areas of southern California. Some as far as Los Angeles,
Glendale, and Riverside. The formal meeting, also as
Christmas celebration by the Alimans tackled issues like
cultural sensitivity and interaction among our
children while dealing with the pressures of growing up
in America. Also discussed were how we can assist
Dipolognons who have just arrived in California and
lessen the impact of culture shock. While there was
no solid draft made as to the guidelines and principles
to be followed, nevertheless members and officers were
in agreement that more meetings (or parties) are
needed to address the issue. Interim president of the
association is Kerwin Acoymo R.N who was born and
raised in the City of Dipolog. Vice president is Stephen
Aliman, and secretary is Gilda Manglapus. Not to be
forgotten is the unanimous vote among all members
that Rene Ybanez shall be the prince charming of the
association. The muse has not arrived from Dipolog
yet ;-) and so everybody strongly agreed with a smile
on their faces. The next meeting will be sometime in
February.
Current officers and members
1. Kerwin and Cherry Acoymo
2. Stephen and Charity Aliman
3. Lloyd and Gilda Manglapus
4. Lino and Armelle Cabuguas
5. Pierre and Arlyn Hamoy
6. Michael and Charina Saile
7. Charito and Arthea Zamora
8. Rene Ybanez
New interested members can send an email to
kerwin.rn@gmail.com or theann2708@yahoo.com.
Future membership applications will be done online as our
association grows.
