Posts Tagged ‘Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW)’

To all traveling Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW), this is an alert. Be aware that even if you're properly documented, you can still be held by any airport staff for extortion. Read this article by Gloria Esguerra Melencio published at www.saudigazette.com.sa confirms this rampant incident. MANILA - Airport staff and authorities hold an average of ... Full story

In line with the Commission of Election’s (COMELEC) thrust of reaching out large chunk of the Filipino young voter’s, the commission has launched BagongBotante.ph. BagongBotante.ph offers free information about the Election process and the common Facts and Questions (FAQ) which is beneficial to the first time voters. COMELEC sees this as a new medium for the commission to reach out the estimated 24 ... Full story

The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) is now accepting nominations to the 2008 Search for Model OFW Family of the Year Award (MOFYA) to give honor and recognition to the sacrifices and achievements of the Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) and their families. This award is a medium for highlighting the success of OFW's and their families in managing the impact of overseas employment in family life and to exemplifying their best practices towards optimizing the gains of migration. Full story