5 Values of OFWs That Make Them Subject to Abuse

Filipino workers are admired as workers abroad. Their qualities, such as strong work ethic, skilled and qualified to take on the job, strong English...

6 Tips for OFWs on Vacation in the Philippines

One of the first planned activities of OFWs following years of working abroad is going on a trip or vacation. Getting a few days...

How Coronavirus Impacts Filipino Domestic Workers in Hong Kong

While the world is in the midst of a battle against an invisible enemy, there's an outpouring of gratitude towards frontline workers who risk...

11 Filipino Words Added to Oxford English Dictionary

Filipino language and culture continue to make their mark on the global stage, as eleven uniquely Filipino words have been officially added to the...

Life of Filipino Domestic Workers in Russia

Meteor Stadium in Western Moscow can also be said as the prime hotspot stress-relief place of South East Asians. Hundreds of overseas workers spend their...

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

Three Filipino seafarers have been confirmed dead, while five others were rescued after the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier MV Eternity C was attacked by Houthi rebels and sank off the coast of Yemen on July 8, according to the Department...

7 Balikbayan Box Items Filipinos Love to Send to Family

No matter what the contents are, recipients of balikbayan boxes can feel the love sent from far away places.

When Balikbayan Box Items Are Unappreciated By Recipients: 3 Questions to Ask Ourselves

Sending a balikbayan box has been a part of the lifestyle of many overseas Filipino workers. On a carton box, about three to four...

Survey: How Did COVID-19 Impact Well-Being of OFWs?

How has the Covid-19 crisis affected you? It is really important to find out how migrant workers are affected by the global pandemic to...

10 Things You Need to Know About OFW Medical Exams

Medical exams are a standard requirement for employment, especially for overseas jobs. One way to determine whether an applicant is in good health and capable of performing the tasks required by the job is to visit the laboratory to check for stool, blood, and urine samples, among other tests. Why are medical exams a requirement for employment abroad? A medical exam...

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