Aniela Bianca Delgado Tolentino (born May 8, 1996) is a Filipino politician currently serving as the Representative of the 8th District of Cavite in the Philippine House of Representatives.[1]

Aniela Tolentino
Representative Aniela Tolentino
Tolentino in 2022
Representative of Cavite's 8th congressional district
Assumed office
June 30, 2022
Preceded byAbraham Tolentino
Constituency8th District of Cavite
Personal details
Born
Aniela Bianca Delgado Tolentino

(1996-05-08) May 8, 1996 (age 28)
Tagaytay, Cavite, Philippines
RelativesAbraham Tolentino (father), Agnes Tolentino (mother)
Residence(s)Tagaytay, Cavite, Philippines
Alma materQueen’s University
University College London
Dublin City University
OccupationPolitician
ProfessionPolitician

Early life and education

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Aniela Bianca Delgado Tolentino is the daughter of Abraham Tolentino and Agnes Tolentino. She completed her higher education at Queen’s University, University College London, and Dublin City University. Tolentino holds a philosophy degree, along with business and law certificates, from Queen’s University in Canada. She also attended University College London, where she completed programs in philosophy, and studied politics at Dublin City University in Ireland.[citation needed]

Career

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Early career

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After graduation, she worked at a law office in Ireland and later founded an environmentally conscious fashion company in Canada. Additionally, she runs businesses in the food and beverage industry.

Political career

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Tolentino represents the 8th District of Cavite, where she actively participates in legislative processes and policy discussions.[2] She has gained recognition for her active engagement in parliamentary proceedings, with one particular moment drawing attention during a candid exchange between lawmakers in a House session.[3]

In 2024, Tolentino filed her Certificate of Candidacy (COC) for reelection, demonstrating her continued dedication to serving her constituents in the 8th District of Cavite.[4]

Legislative advocacy

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Agricultural education

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Tolentino has been a proponent of agricultural education, supporting initiatives to establish farming high schools across different regions of the Philippines.[5] Her advocacy aims to promote agricultural skills and education among young Filipinos.

Local connections

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Beyond her political career, Tolentino has connections to local businesses. She has been associated with establishments like Papa Bolo, a notable brewery in Tagaytay, which reflects her engagement with local entrepreneurship.[6]

Personal life

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Tolentino is the daughter of Abraham Tolentino and Agnes Tolentino, and the sister of Athena Tolentino.

References

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  1. ^ "Cavite 8th Dist. Rep. Tolentino files COC for reelection". INQUIRER.net.
  2. ^ "Cavite 8th Dist. Rep. Tolentino files COC for reelection". INQUIRER.net.
  3. ^ "Candid moment between lawmakers during House session draws eyes". {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |url= (help)
  4. ^ "Cavite 8th Dist. Rep. Tolentino files COC for reelection". INQUIRER.net.
  5. ^ "Farming high schools in all regions pushed". News Inquirer.
  6. ^ "Papa Bolo in Tagaytay: A Must-visit Brewery for Great Craft Beer and Bar Chow". Philippine Primer.
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