There’s one goal that Overseas Filipino Workers have in common and that is to give their loved ones a more comfortable life in the Philippines. That includes sending their children to school until they complete their college degree. However, some OFWs find it challenging to achieve this goal due to some reasons. The Tabang OFW … Read more
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration offers many different scholarship programs to upgrade the skills and education of Filipino migrant workers as well as their dependents or beneficiaries. For example, the Skills for Employment Scholarship Program aims to provide educational opportunities and grants for active OWWA members and their family members. Under the SESP, OFWs and … Read more
There are many social benefits that the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration offers to Overseas Filipino Workers around the world. They provide assistance to OFWs and their qualified beneficiaries in case of emergency and other distressing situations. The OWWA services include disability, death, and healthcare benefits as well as family welfare assistance to registered members. Moreover, … Read more
There are various financial assistance and livelihood programs that the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration offers to Overseas Filipino Workers across the globe. One of these OWWA programs is the Tulong PUSO for OFWs, which is a joint project between the Department of Labor and Employment and OWWA. Under this program, DOLE and OWWA aim to … Read more
Overseas Filipino Workers can enjoy various programs and services from the Philippine government through its reintegration programs. Knowing that not all OFWs succeed in working abroad, the government provides immediate relief to give them some comfort during hard times. The Balik Pinay Balik Hanapbuhay Program is designed for OFW women returning to the country. In … Read more
An Overseas Workers Welfare Administration membership comes with great benefits for Overseas Filipino Workers around the world. Active OWWA members are eligible for various benefits, services, and programs including the Balik Pinas Balik Hanapbuhay Program. Under this program, OFWs are given protection and support such as financial assistance worth up to PHP 20,000 to help … Read more