In accordance with the directive of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr, our OWWA Officials led by OWWA Administrator Arnell Ignacio are already in Hong Kong for the inspection and turnover of the new DMW-OWWA OFW Global Center—the new hangout of our Countrymen in HK! This facility aims to provide a center to be a safe continue reading : The new DMW-OWWA OFW Global Center in Hong Kong has been inspected by Administrator Arnell Ignacio!
As part of the Women’s Month celebration, OWWA Overseas Office Taiwan participated in the Free Legal Aid Clinic conducted by the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) and MWO-Taipei, partner of the Integrated Bar of the philippines – Quezon City Chapter. This activity aims to provide free legal assistance and consultation to our countrymen, especially continue reading : OWWA Taiwan held a Free Legal Aid and other activities in celebration of Women’s Month
In response to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr’s directive to focus on the ongoing rescue and relief operations for four (4) missing OFWs in Myanmar, our Crisis Communication and Monitoring Team is currently on alert at the newly established Crisis Communication Center here at OWWA Central Office. Recall that a powerful Magnitude 7.7 earthquake shook continue reading : OWWA Crisis Communication Center actively monitored the situation of the missing OFWs in Myanmar
To avoid any hassle or legal disputes abroad, make sure you have the right permit before conducting any event. According to the law of Saudi Arabia, public demonstrations and political rallies are strictly prohibited. Therefore, follow local regulations to avoid anything that may become a problem. For your inquiries, contact Philippine Embassy in Saudi Arabia. continue reading : Countrymen in Saudi Arabia, important reminder from the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh!
A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake was recorded today, March 28, 2025, in Myanmar (epicenter: 620 km from Yangon) at around 12:50 PM Myanmar Time, and in Thailand (north and central areas, including Bangkok) at around 1:20 PM Thailand Time. As of now, no Filipino has been reported injured or affected by the earthquake in the continue reading : NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
As part of the implementation of the Program to Institutionalize Meritocracy and Excellence in Human Resource Management (PRIME-HRM), Phase 2 of the Consultation Workshop and Competency-Based Management System (CBMS) Roll-Out for selected OWWA employees is now underway. This move aims to strengthen human resource practices in OWWA to better improve services for our OFWs. OWWA, continue reading : OWWA Strengthens HR Management under PRIME-HRM Phase 2
In response to the directive of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., OWWA Administrator Arnell Ignacio immediately went straight to Kabayan Hotel last night to personally greet the 176 Filipinos rescued from illegal scam centers in Myawaddy, Myanmar who arrived on March 26. Admin talked to our countrymen listened to their story and made sure they continue reading : Admin Arnell visits 206 Filipinos who are victims of human trafficking in Myanmar
In a press briefing with the Presidential Communications Office (PCO), OWWA Administrator Arnell Ignacio emphasized the government’s ongoing efforts to address the challenges faced by our Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). Administrator Arnell highlighted various OWWA initiatives in line with the directive of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. to continuously improve OWWA’s services for our OFWs, continue reading : Action continues for our OFWs!
After intense ordeal in another country, 30 victims of human trafficking from Myanmar have returned to the Philippines aboard PR733 in NAIA Terminal 1, March 25. In collaboration with the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), Department of Health (DOH), Department of Social Welfare and Development continue reading : 30 Human Trafficking Victims from Myanmar Successfully Brought Home to the Philippines
Now, OFW Escalona is in the Philippines and safely returned to the hospital in her province. Our recovery doesn’t end here as we continue to make sure she has the support she receives for her recovery, from medical assistance to guidance for her family. To every OFW facing extreme trials, you are not alone. Our continue reading : OFW Who Fell into a Coma Safely Returns to the Philippines; OWWA Continues to Provide Assistance
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