What is FACT?
FACT stands for Filipinx Americans Coming Together and is a conference hosted annually by the Philippine Student Association at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
It is the largest Filipinx-interest conference in the Midwest, bringing in over 1,000 delegates yearly. The conference works to empower young, rising professionals while simultaneously educating delegates about Filipinx culture, identity, and issues.
Despite the conference's title, the conference is not limited to delegates of Filipinx descent. The facilitators and delegates come from different backgrounds and ethnicities, and the workshops cover a wide array of topics. FACT's mission is to build a community of leaders by uniting, enlightening, and empowering the Filipinx, Fil-Am, and non-Filipinx youth nationwide. By exploring our interests, culture, and identity as a rising generation, we hope our delegates can carry the knowledge they gain beyond their college years — as leaders in the professional world, ready to give back to their community.
34th
FACT Conference
1,200+
Attendees
26
Schools
3
Days of Programming
Our Core Values
The Filipinx Americans Coming Together (FACT) Conference at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is committed to honoring, educating, and celebrating Philippine culture and identity. FACT strives to create a space for everyone to feel welcome and appreciate all unique identities. Through this conference, FACT hopes to inspire delegates to embrace their cultural heritage and promote personal growth and connections.
— FACT Mission Statement
Mahiwagahan: Enchanting Our Bright Minds
Our theme, Mahiwagahan, invites FACT attendees to indulge in their curiosities of the rich histories of those that came before us.
When times feel uncertain, look back to those that paved our way. Enchant your minds with the magic of Philippine history, displays of art and culture, and powerful narratives within our community. We must remember that our identities carry resilience, beauty, and power.
This 34th FACT, we encourage you to create your own story inspired and empowered by our roots. Realize that we are all magic, and that together, we can use our stories to shine brighter.
