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\"Carlos

Carlos Kanahashi, Global Ambassador<\/p><\/div>\n

\"Liane

Liane Hinlo, Global Ambassador<\/p><\/div>\n

We are excited to announce that Carlos Kanahashi and Lauren \u201cLiane\u201d Hinlo have been selected as Global Ambassadors for Best Buddies International for the 2025-2027 term. This honor recognizes their dedication to promoting inclusion and supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).<\/p>\n

Carlos, a passionate ambassador for Best Buddies Philippines, has consistently demonstrated leadership, professionalism, and a welcoming spirit at events and in speaking engagements. Liane, who interned with Best Buddies Philippines in 2024, has been a proactive advocate, using her influence to expand the organization\u2019s reach and promote its core values of inclusion.<\/p>\n

Their selection as Global Ambassadors reflects their commitment to Best Buddies\u2019 mission. We look forward to the positive impact Carlos and Liane will continue to make on a national and international level.<\/p>\n

Please join us in congratulating them on this well-deserved recognition![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1738270169448{background-color: #EBEBEB !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1738270233747{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1738270128333{padding-top: 0px !important;}”]\n

Want to Learn More About Best Buddies Ambassadors?<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1738267848812{margin-top: 20px !important;}”]\n

Discover how our ambassador are making a difference around the world and
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Learn About Ambassadors<\/a>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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