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IPI’s active role during 2nd CNMI Indigenous Cultural Expo
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Posted on Oct 10 2018
IPI Corporate Social Responsibility team members Martin, Alex, and J.R. create plates made out of banana leaves for food tasting. (Contributed Photos)
Imperial Pacific International (CNMI) LLC through its Corporate Social Responsibility played an active role in the successful staging of the recently concluded 2nd Annual CNMI Indigenous Cultural Expo last Oct 8. Imperial Pacific International’s CSR—the community outreach arm of the largest private sector employer in the region—joined more than 50 key individuals, government and private sector organizations in the event held over-the-weekend, which also attracted its largest number of participants yet again. The expo celebrated and promoted the indigenous culture. IPI-CSR staff Chandis Cooper also served as vice chairperson on the event committee. (PR)
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- Another highlight, food baskets woven from coconut fronds were stuffed with lemai and sweet potatoes. (Contributed Photos)
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- Medicinal plants were given away to students.
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- Weaved traditional hats and baskets by Steven Van Winkle and Pete Matagolai.
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- Local taro, sweet potatoes, and yam on display.
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- J.R. Brel, an IPI-CSR staff, prepares plates made from banana leaves.
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- IPI’s Maria Manalo, second left, assist with the registration.
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- IPI’s Corporate Social Responsibility also assisted in the water station. From left to right, Jowl Naputi, Melina Salas, Jaclyn Litulumar, and Martine Pnagelinan.
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- Coconut oil and shell jewelry by Mike Naputi.
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- Scotty Leon Guerrero setting up Imperial Pacific International’s feather flag.
