About Us
Quality news, where you want it, when you want it.
We are all told, “live your life to the fullest”; We are here to do just that. DIASPORA NEWS AND STORIES serves as a vessel to project our passions in writing, and clue in our loyal readers as to what inspires us in this world. We will share bits of information, news events, literary and feature articles, opinions, info graphics, etcetera, that will surely reflect the lives of the Filipinos who are all part of the Diaspora. So, sit back, relax, and read on.
Meet the Staff
we strive to feed you with current news and stories
Editor-in-Chief
MERCEDITA CENTENO-DE JESUS
Mercedita Centeno-De Jesus is a Filipino woman who lives in Bologna, Italy and works as an OFW. She is also a community organizer, journalist, artist, and dressmaker. She founded the Filipino Women's League and is active in other organizations supporting Filipinos in Italy.
Editorial Director
RHODERICK OPLE
Rhoderick Ople is the president of OFW Watch-Italy, a non-profit organization that advocates for the rights of Filipino migrant workers in Italy. Ople has a background in journalism, having worked as a senior staff writer for Pacesetter and currently contributing to Ako ay Pilipino and Rights Corridor.
Managing Editor
QUINTIN KENTZ ENCISO CAVITE
​Quintin Enciso Cavite Jr., born in 1976, is a Filipino writer and editor with degrees in Philosophy, Theology, and Psychology. He has contributed to various publications and currently works as a junior administrator for a publishing company.
Senior Editor
CHIARA BAJET
Chiara is a Filipino business professional with a background in business administration, marketing, and big data analytics. She has experience working in both the private and public sectors, including stints at her family's distribution business, the General Consulate of San Marino, and various research projects. Currently, she works as a business development and marketing specialist in Florence, Italy.
3D Graphic Designer
MHEA DEE VILLACARLOS
Mhea, a skilled graphic and web designer with a degree in Industrial Design, works as a 3D modeler, animator, and video producer for a technical services and communication company. With 3 years of experience in the industry, she has honed her skills and is passionate about creating innovative and visually appealing content.
Desired Position
BE A MEMBER
Tell us who you are and what you do. We'd love to hear from you.