Under the directive of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr and under the One Country Team Approach of the government, the help and support of government agencies led by the DFA, DMW and OWWA for Filipino Seafarers continues. With this, OWWA Administrator Arnell Ignacio instructed the Repatriation Assistance Division (OWWA-RAD) to make sure that all their continue reading : 17 Filipino Seafarers who were recently freed from Yemen after a year of captivity arrived tonight at NAIA Terminal 1

OWWA Administrator Arnell Ignacio and OWWA MIMAROPA Regional Director Gerald “Dindi” Tan led the visit to the farm project of Sablayan Migrant Workers Association (SMWA) in Occidental Mindoro. Mayor Walter Bong Marquez of the Municipality of Sablayan, Occidental Mindoro, were also fortunate to be their partner in the growth of this project. Because of the continue reading : Visit of Admin Arnell Strengthens the Tulong Puso Program for OFW Farmers

The number of OFWs being repatriated from Lebanon continues to increase Department of Migrant Workers and OWWA gladly welcomed an additional batch of 35 OFWs from Lebanon this afternoon, aboard Flight QR932 at NAIA Terminal 3. Our Countrymen have received competent assistance from various government agencies for resumption in the country. Bilang ng mga OFWs continue reading : 35 OFWs from Lebanon safely returned to the country

OWWA Administrator Arnell Ignacio visited OFW Jenny Alvarado’s wake to personally express sympathy and talk to her children last night, January 19. In addition to financial aid from Department of Migrant Workers OWWA is ensuring ongoing assistance for Alvarado’s five children, especially with their education. Other supports will continue, including funeral and burial assistance. We continue reading : Admin Arnell personally visited the wake of OFW Alvarado to extend condolences and support

Are you waiting for your next trip or assignment? Take a rest at Seafarers’ Hub! There are rest lounges, free coffee, WiFi, and training opportunities sure for you. Visit us at 1108 Mabini St., Zone 72, Brgy. 670 Ermita Manila City. Reminder: Take care of the hub—Clean as You Go for others to use, too! continue reading : Are you waiting for your next trip or assignment? Take a rest at Seafarers’ Hub!

The remains of OFW Jenny Alvarado who died in Kuwait after the tragic accident last night, January 16, have arrived in the country. Led by DMW Secretary Hans Cacdac, Department of Migrant Workers has provided preliminary financial assistance to Alvarado’s family, and will continue the assistance, including funeral and burial assistance from OWWA. We continue continue reading : The remains of OFW Jenny Alvarado have been brought home to the Philippines

Today, OWWA Administrator Arnell Ignacio visited Siquijor to help the Lazi Association of OFWs and Families (LOAF) and to also conduct monitoring for Tulong Puso Program. He was warmly welcomed by Mayor Phil Moore Lago and LOAF President Jean Espinas. Besides that, he also paid a courtesy call to Siquijor Governor Jake Vincent Villa and continue reading : Admin Arnell Ignacio is in Siquijor for strengthened services for OFWs!

28 victims of illegal recruitment were immediately handled by OWWA at the Central Office after they sought help from Senator Raffy Tulfo last January 14. The victims were recruited through a Facebook post encouraging them to pay from ₱10,000 to ₱37,000 for medical and visa processing. Unfortunately, they received fake visas and job offer letters. continue reading : OWWA, a partner for victims of illegal recruitment

A momentous day took place at the OFW Lounge in NAIA Terminal 1 as OWWA celebrated its 1st anniversary and the recognition of the 500,000th OFW Lounge visitors! OFW Jose Diva, an OFW for 20 years and a factory manager in Malaysia, returned to the Philippines to be with his family. After weeks of vacation, continue reading : OFW Lounge at NAIA T1: One year of service and care, benefiting over 500,000 OFWs!

Happy 1st Anniversary, OFW Lounge! The OFW Lounge at Terminal 1 has now been serving for one year, and with your continued support, we are even more inspired to provide heartfelt service. To every OFW who has passed through, thank you so much. This lounge is dedicated to your comfort and relaxation. Happy 1st Anniversary, continue reading : Happy 1st Anniversary, OFW Lounge!