Japan International Cooperation Agency delegation visited the OWWA Central Office

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Delegation led by Hon. Miyamoto Sumi, Director of Industrial Development and Public Policy Division of JICA visited the OWWA Central Office today to discuss the operations, programs, and services offered by OWWA and JICA for our Filipino Countrymen. Deputy Administrator Emma Sinclair, Overseas Operations Director Rosalia Susana Bahia-Catapang, Chief continue reading : Japan International Cooperation Agency delegation visited the OWWA Central Office

Remembrance and Farewell: The remains of OFW Jenny Alvarado have been laid to rest

Rest in Peace, Kabayan… Our late fellow OFW Jenny Alvarado was buried this morning, January 26. The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) are one in giving assistance to the orphaned family of OFW Jenny. Rest in peace, fellow countryman. Your memory will remain in our hearts. Pag-alala at continue reading : Remembrance and Farewell: The remains of OFW Jenny Alvarado have been laid to rest

Strengthened program for OFWs in Oman was discussed by Ambassador Hernandez and Administrator Arnell

Philippine Ambassador to Oman Raul Hernandez visited OWWA to meet with Administrator Arnell Ignacio today, January 24. Their colorful conversation focused on strengthening initiatives and programs that will provide more support to our OFW compatriots in Oman, as well as improving their conditions and services. OWWA continues to focus on steps to facilitate and improve continue reading : Strengthened program for OFWs in Oman was discussed by Ambassador Hernandez and Administrator Arnell

17 Filipino Seafarers who were recently freed from Yemen after a year of captivity arrived tonight at NAIA Terminal 1

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

Visit of Admin Arnell Strengthens the Tulong Puso Program for OFW Farmers

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

Admin Arnell personally visited the wake of OFW Alvarado to extend condolences and support

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

The remains of OFW Jenny Alvarado have been brought home to the Philippines

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