Principles behind Makulay In today’s increasingly globalised environment, it is crucial to protect culture, principles and identity. MAKULAY Filipino Artist Guild leads the way as a community-based organization of artists that promises creativity and recognizes and protects the multiplicity and wholeness of Filipino culture. With members scattered across the globe, particularly among Overseas Filipino Workers…
Amidst the heart of Kuwait is a colorful patchwork of Filipino art inspired by MAKULAY, the abbreviation for Malikhaing Kulturang Layag, a Filipino artists’ guild that acts as a lighthouse to Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), where the fusion of creativity and cultural pride coincides. The Founding of MAKULAY MAKULAY was founded…
Every great movement drives passionate people working to manifest a collective dream. At MAKULAY, a Filipino-led creative organization based in Kuwait that supports the arts, celebrates culture, and builds community, the team consists of hard-working, talented officers who exemplify leadership, service, and Filipino pride. MAKULAY officers ensure that MAKULAY’s mission of promoting Filipino art is…
Celebrating Filipino Creativity Across the Globe: MAKULAY’s Vision for a Culturally Connected World In today’s ever-changing, fast-paced global environment, the need to maintain cultural identity and innovate go hand in hand. The MAKULAY Filipino Artist Guild embraces this, with a strong vision, to be a world that maintains and promotes Filipino culture and creativity for…
Malikhaing Kulturang Layag: Paglikha, Sining, Pamana — A Celebration of Filipino Artistry We cordially invite you to the colorful amalgam magazine of MAKULAY, an artistic ensemble of creative minds that produce various crafts not only for art’s sake, but for evoking emotions and expressions that words cannot articulate. Through art, the MAKULAY artist guild has…
In a fast-paced world where cultures are blurred, diluted, or dislocated, a passionate group of Filipino artists in Kuwait ensures the colors of their homeland are not lost. Allow me to introduce MAKULAY, short for Malikhaing Kulturang Layag, a collaborative guild of Filipino artists working in Kuwait and a community of creative people about cultural…
Introduction The 2025 National Election Overseas marks a significant milestone in the advancement of digital democracy, offering Internet Voting as an alternative to traditional voting methods. Internet Voting provides a secure, accessible, and efficient way for overseas voters to exercise their democratic rights without the need to visit polling stations. This article explores everything you…
Pawning a passport, commonly known as “sanla,” may seem like a quick way to get cash, but it is illegal in both the Philippines and Kuwait. Many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) unknowingly put themselves at risk of legal trouble, deportation, and financial scams by using their passport as collateral. For OFWs in urgent need of…
Introduction As more Filipinos seek better opportunities abroad, the risk of falling victim to illegal recruitment and human trafficking has also increased. Unscrupulous recruiters take advantage of job seekers, offering fraudulent job placements with high salaries and false promises. It is crucial to remain vigilant and informed to avoid scams and ensure safe and legal…
Introduction For Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Kuwait, having access to the right resources and government services is crucial for their safety, financial security, and overall well-being. Many OFWs travel abroad in pursuit of better opportunities, hoping to provide financial stability for their families back home. However, working in a foreign country comes with its…