Floro Cubelo
TtT, Sh, CGNC, FFNMRCSI, FETNA
Puheenjohtaja
Akuuttihoitotyö, hoitotiede, kansanterveystiede, hoitotyön koulutus, kansainvälisten sairaanhoitajien integroitomis-ja pätevöitymiskoulutus.
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About FiNAN
The Filipino Nurses Association in the Nordic Region
About FiNAN
The Filipino Nurses Association-Nordic (FiNAN) is the first non-profit organization for Filipino Nurses in the Nordic Region. The first members of the association were gathered through social media platform with diverse educational and work background in the field of nursing. The urgency to create an association to give a voice for the Filipino Nurses living in the region was high in support to the World Health Organization's (WHO) Code of Ethical Recruitment of Health Personnel. Non-ethical issues regarding the recruitment process emerged as a critical dilemma which needed an urgent action from different stakeholders of the Nordic society.
The association's vision is to be the leading Filipino Nurses Association in the Nordic Region for highly skilled and competitive Filipino Nurses and the mission is to empower and strengthen the global image of Filipino Nurses as a source of nursing manpower and care in the Nordic Region.
As a starting non-profit organization, our resources to achieve the goals in relation to the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals and Universal Health Coverage is limited.
Strategic Goals
- Monitor Filipino Nursing Workforce Migration to the Nordic Countries
- Participate in the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Negotiate to decision and policy-makers
- Collaborate in the integration of Filipino Nurses in the Nordic work life
- Involve in peer support and mentoring
- Produce evidence-based data
Regional Representation Committees
Official regional representatives of the Filipino Nurses Association in the Nordic Region
Finland & Åland
Ryann Deloso
YAMK, Sh
Edustaja, Uusimaa
Hoitotyön yrittäjys, akuuttiosasto, hanke osaaja.
Jeanny Mae Banting Tuominen
YAMK, Sh
Edustaja, Uusimaa
Dialyysi ja perioperatiivinen hoitotyö.
Marie Lagundi
Sh
Edustaja, Pohjois-Suomi
Hoitotyön yrittäjys, akuuttiosasto, hanke osaaja.
Sweden
Joy Kong Wallander
Legitimerad Sjuksköterska, Vård och omsorg, Kungsbacka Kommun
President
Maryrose Velazco Mårtensson
Legitimerad Sjuksköterska, Lotsen Äldreboende, Göteborg
Vice President
Gemma Lilac Epler
Legitimerad Sjuksköterska, HSL ansvarig, Attendo Äldreboende, Ytterby, Kungälv
Secretary
Cherish Mizona
Legitimerad Sjuksköterska, Psykisk omvårdnad, Mölndals Sjukhus / Region Halland
Board Member
Jezylle Joy Tiu
Legitimerad Sjuksköterska, Ortopedkliniken, Uddevalla Sjukhus & NÄL Trollhättan
Board Member
Janice Karen Velazco
Legitimerad Sjuksköterska, Lungavdelning / Covidavdelning, Södra Älvsborgs Sjukhus, Borås
Board Member
Norway
Ian Faigones
MSN,RN,BSN
Representative
Nurse Anesthetist
Denmark
Cristal Tolosa Warburg
Herlev Hospital
Chair
Assisterende Afdelingsygeplejerske, Infektionssygdomme Sengeafsnit, Herlev Hospital
Katherine Perez Luckmann
Herlev Hospital
Co-Chair
Klinisk Sygeplejevejleder, Infektionssygdomme Sengeafsnit, Herlev Hospital
Faroe Islands
Elin Johannesen
Representation President
Oversees island-wide outreach and collaborates with the national hospital to secure fair working conditions for members.
Maribel Flores
Logistics Coordinator
Arranges travel, housing, and onboarding resources for Filipino nurses assigned to clinics throughout the Faroe Islands.
Páll Hentze
Language Mentor
Facilitates small-group Faroese lessons and creates learning materials that focus on clinical terminology for nurses.
Rowena Garcia
Community Events Lead
Organizes outreach missions and cultural events that bring together Filipino families and local healthcare partners.
Greenland
Inuuteq Kristensen
Representation President
Coordinates with Greenlandic health authorities to streamline credential assessments for Filipino nurses working in Arctic environments.
Lara Mendoza
Remote Practice Advisor
Provides guidance on telehealth protocols and emergency preparedness for members assigned to outpost clinics.
Anders Lund
Housing & Transit Coordinator
Supports relocation logistics, including winter travel planning and temporary housing arrangements for incoming nurses.
Janice Pineda
Wellness Facilitator
Hosts virtual wellness sessions and resilience workshops tailored for remote practitioners facing long winters.
Iceland
Marvi Gil, RN
Forensic Psychiatry Department, Landspítali University Hospital
Deputy Manager
Marvi Gil leads the Iceland Chapter with dedication and passion for advancing nursing practice and supporting Filipino nurses in their professional journey. Her leadership ensures that FiNAN Iceland remains a trusted resource and community for all members.
FiNAN Puls
Stay up to date with FiNAN's latest news, policy updates, and community events. Join us in our mission to support and empower Filipino nurses across the Nordic region.
Guides & Resources November 29, 2025
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Guides & Resources November 24, 2025
How to Become a Registered Nurse in Finland? (opens in new tab)
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News November 22, 2025
I am a Filipino Nurse (opens in new tab)
Reduce inequalities by including migrant nurses in the decision and policy-making process
Projects & Campaigns November 22, 2025
Plant A Tree When You Go Home (opens in new tab)
Campaign to reduce carbon dioxide emission by planting trees when using air transportation
Projects & Campaigns November 22, 2025
Raise the BAR (opens in new tab)
The aim of the project is to develop bilingual (Finnish and English) training material on respectful communication and anti-racist practices for healthcare personnel, as well as pamphlets for patients...
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