From Domestic Helper to Multinational CEO: Rebecca Bustamante

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OFW Heroes: 8 Examples of Heroic Acts OFWs Do Beyond Their Jobs

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How Filipinos in Italy Can Apply Citizenship by Residency

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

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Types of Abuse Domestic Helpers in Kuwait Endure

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19 Common OFW Problems, Causes & How to Prevent Them

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OWWA Scholarship: OFW Dependent Scholarship Program

Requirements: Filled out the application form 1x1 ID photo For land-based OFWs: Photocopy of Name and photo Latest visa stamp Latest departure and arrival stamp For sea-based OFWs: Photocopy of Name and photo Latest embarkation and disembarkation stamp Proof of relationship to OFW If child: PSA copy of the birth certificate of the applicant If sibling: PSA copy of...

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