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In order to survive while working in a foreign country while being able to provide for your family in the Philippines, OFWs must learn...

Why Many OFWs Remain Poor Despite Working Abroad for Years

You would expect that Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) would be the image of financial success. But in reality, the opposite rings true. Most OFWs...

Games We Played as a Kid: Pinoy Children in the Past

We live in modern times, but it did not seem too long ago when many of us experienced a different life as young children. If...

4 Tips for OFWs Acting as Couriers for Friends Abroad

One of the things overseas Filipino workers look forward to is their trip to the Philippines for vacation, no matter how short it may...

Red Sea Crisis: Three Filipino Seafarers Dead, Five Rescued After Ship Sinks in Houthi Attack

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Rights and Duties of Domestic Helpers in Singapore

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The Impact of Coronavirus on OFWs and Philippine Economy

Just like many other countries, the Philippines has been struggling to cope up with the impact of coronavirus. Movement of citizens has been restricted,...

10 POEA Reminders When Fighting Illegal Recruitment

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SSS Philippines: Your Complete Guide to Social Security System

Social Security System (SSS) is a government agency responsible for providing social security protection to private sector employees, self-employed individuals, and voluntary members in the Philippines. SSS was established in 1957 and is mandated to provide social security benefits to its members, which include sickness, maternity, disability, retirement, and death benefits, as well as loans, educational assistance, and other privileges. SSS...

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