1. What is GAMABA?

"GAMABA" stands for Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan, which translates to

the "National Living Treasures Award" in English. It is a prestigious recognition
given in the Philippines to individuals or groups who have demonstrated outstanding
skills and knowledge in traditional arts and crafts. The award is a way of honoring and
preserving the country's cultural heritage by acknowledging the expertise of
individuals who have contributed significantly to the practice and continuity of
traditional Filipino arts.

2.

GAMABA
 focuses on recognizing
individuals or groups for their
mastery of traditional arts and
crafts, contributing to the
preservation of cultural heritage.
 Awardees are acknowledged as
"Manlilikha ng Bayan" or
"Living Treasures of the
Nation," emphasizing their role
in preserving cultural traditions.
 Recognition is based on
excellence in traditional arts,
craftsmanship, and the cultural
significance of the awardee's
work.
PNA
 focuses on the professional
development, welfare, and
advocacy of nurses, contributing to
the advancement of the nursing
Both GAMABA and PNA profession and healthcare.
are associated with the
 Members are part of a professional
Philippines, with GAMABA
being a national award for
association, and recognition is
cultural preservation, and often associated with achievements
PNA being a professional and contributions to the nursing
field.
association for nurses in
 Recognition is based on adherence
the country.
to professional standards, ethical
conduct, and contributions to the
nursing profession and healthcare.

3. As an artist, I prefer to be awarded with the GAMABA award. It will be a great honor to received
such award who acknowledges the Filipinos who are preserving the culture and tradition through
arts