The Philippine government has been putting all their efforts in facilitating the return of our fellow kabayans. As of June 7, 2020, about 55,859 OFWs arrived in the country since the onset of the coronavirus outbreak. Within the tally, 17,419 are land-based, while 38,440 are sea-based OFWs. According to the Department of Health’s (DOH) COVID-19…
The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly threatened the lives of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) across the globe. With various countries implementing strict lockdown measures, many OFWs were left struggling with the harsh reality of the “No Work, No Pay” situation. As a result, countless Kababayans sought to return home immediately, desiring to be reunited with their…
Ilokana Advocacy in Action: Empowering Disadvantaged OFW Children Children of distressed Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) are often the forgotten faces behind every migration story. Many of these children struggle with access to education, healthcare, and emotional support. Due to financial hardship, these families are rarely able to receive the kind of aid that can truly…
I have been invited to be the Emcee for a Thanksgiving event of Ms. Almira Matus in cooperation with Ilokana Women’s Organization in Kuwait (IWOK) and Filipino Association for Music and Arts (FAMA).
The number of fellow Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) detained in different police stations around Kuwait is increasing. Quite sad but true. Living conditions provided may not be quite enough to fight the cold weather prevailing.
An organization here in Kuwait is preparing for another multi-purpose event this coming Friday, October 9th at the Hateen Shelter of Philippine Embassy.