The Southeast Asian Achievement Awards committee announced that it would award a prize to the mother of two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo.
In a Facebook post, the Southeast Asian Achievement Awards included Angelica Yulo as one of their awardees in the 7th year of their award, which is set to be held on September 14, 2024, at the Manila hotel.
According to the organization, Angelica’s story as a mother was inspiring as she nourished all her children with love and care despite being in poverty in the past.
“Being a mom is never easy. Angelica, like all of us, is human—imperfect and learning as she goes. But what makes her story so powerful is the way she embraced every challenge. For nine months, she carried each of her children in her womb, and with the unwavering support of her husband, they managed to overcome the trials of poverty and life’s many unexpected setbacks,” the statement of the organization read.
“Through it all, Angelica stood tall as the guiding light for her family. She not only nourished and raised her children, but also encouraged and nurtured their talents. Despite the hurdles, she found people and organizations to help her children excel in gymnastics, and today, with the grace of our Heavenly Father, her children have become champions—not just locally, but internationally,” they added.
Aside from Angelica, her son, Karl Eldrew Yulo, also received an award from the same organization.