Region: Philippines, Asia

Main Areas Of Interest: Youth livelihoods

Fellowship Period: May - July 2006

Keywords: 'glocalisation', youth empowerment, social entrepreneurship

Biographical Profile:
In 2000 Audrey worked as an intern for the "First International Conference of Asian Political Parties". Thereafter, during 2003, she worked as a Project Development Specialist at the "Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry". She acted as the PCCI consultant at hand in programs such as the "National Youth Commission's Youth Employment Project and Philippine Council for Productivity".

She also became part of the "Philippine Employment Network." which focuses on glocalization, which refers to the adaptation of global solutions to local problems whilst, factoring in local culture and traditions. Audrey has attended several international meetings including the "ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Youth", and "UNDP's Regional Workshop on the MGDs for Asia & the Pacific".

Currently, she is working with microfinance institutions to fund proposed businesses of their graduates. Audrey utilized her time at the ICTE to gain the necessary tools to ensure that glocalization happens and it creates the pathway to increased development and understanding throughout the world.