Highly respected broadcast news personality and GMA Kapuso Foundation (GMAKF) Ambassador Mel Tiangco was recently honored with two distinguished awards in celebration of Women’s Month, recognizing her unwavering dedication to public service and women empowerment.
Tiangco, who is also one of the pillars of GMA Integrated News, was among the recipients of the Community Impact Award at the inaugural Babae Awards held on March 6 by the Women’s Business Council Philippines (WomenBizPH).
“I am deeply grateful that I am part of the GMA Kapuso Foundation and the GMA Network for it is there where my professional journey brought me face-to-face and hand-in-hand with our people from all walks of life, especially the women,” she said in a speech. “May I share this recognition with all Filipino women who possess and practice the virtues of resilience, hard work, perseverance, and unwavering spirit.”
Tiangco received another prestigious recognition on March 8, International Women’s Day, during the 2025 International Women’s Assembly by the YWCA Founder’s Federation of the Philippines, Inc. (FFPI). The “24 Oras” anchor was honored for her outstanding contributions to the empowerment of women and Philippine society in the area of inclusive broadcast journalism.
WomenBizPH is composed of the country’s top women business leaders and entrepreneurs and is the leading voice of women in commerce. It is the lead sector partner of the government, particularly the Department of Trade and Industry and the Philippine Commission on Women, and represents the Philippines in APEC and ASEAN events.
The YWCA FFPI is an international organization and is the oldest YWCA in the country. Through involvement in various communities, it aims to address the specific needs and challenges faced by Filipino women and girls. For more news and updates, visit www.GMANetwork.com.
