Key Points
- In 1983, the President and founder of YMDA, Josefina de Guzman Johnson, first arrived in the Hilltops region and, with the help of her Australian husband, connected with the Filipino community in Canberra.
- Aside from farming, the region also offers many job opportunities for new migrants such as welding and jobs in the health sector.
- On March 23, 2024, the Young and District Multicultural Association Inc will hold a Gala Dinner.
Josefina Johnson enjoys spending time with her children who are living a good life; they have been her strength since her beloved husband passed away. Credit: Josefina Johnson
Josefina Johnson and other Filipinos live in the Hilltops region and participate in one of the events in New South Wales. Credit: Josefina Johnson
Filipino community in Hilltops Region in New South Wales. Credit: Josefina Johnson
Filipinos are enjoying the celebration in the Hilltops Region, NSW. Credit: Josefina Johnson