The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration, or OWWA for short, is a government agency that works with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and is in charge with the well-being of both the Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and also their dependents. In relation to that responsibility, OWWA runs several education and training programs that bring […]
TESDA Accredited Schools and Training Centers in Pampanga Area
For those interested to enroll or study in TESDA here in Pampanga area you may check these list of Tesda accredited schools and training centers. To ensure the availability of the TESDA courses you want to enroll to, first call the numbers provided below. Pampanga TESDA Accredited Schools and Training Center 1. ACE Computer Institute, Inc.-Dau […]
Overseas Filipino Workers in Taiwan Conduct Protest Against High Brokerage Fees
The Overseas Filipino Workers in Taiwan is about 20 percent out of 580,000 migrants worker, Taiwan is one of the finest country to work if you wanted to be an OFW. Last Sunday, October 18 a group of Filipino workers conduct protests in front of (MECO) Manila Economic and Culture Office due to deductions and high […]
OWWA To Award Model OFW Family In ARMM | MOFYA 2015
Having strong family ties is never an easy thing to maintain when one or more family members are working abroad. Being far apart from each other can be difficult. Absence of loved ones can be particularly hard, especially during times when a family encounters some problems together or when they celebrate special occasions. That’s why […]
Jobs In Kuwait | 250 Filipino Nurses and Other Medical Staff
Registered nurses looking for employment opportunities abroad, pay attention: Kuwait has just announced that they need 250 Filipino nurses and other medical workers in their country. In a recent TV Patrol interview, Dr. Shadya Hakeem, Consultant of Kuwait Private Hospitals and Clinics, have said that their country is in need of nurses. “We are going […]
Requirements For Acquiring Residence Permit For Studies In Greece
Thinking of studying in Greece? Well, there are certain requirements you need to meet in order to be allowed to study in the country. Whatever course you plan to enroll at, there are plenty of good choices when it comes to Greek-based educational institutions ranging from universities and colleges to everything else in between. First […]
Is It Still Possible To Stay In The UK After Your Visa Expires?
If you are an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) employed in the United Kingdom with an expired visa, the short answer to the above-mentioned question is that “Yes, it is possible to stay in the country even after your visa expires.” Of course, this is provided that you immediately do something about it before you hit […]
Having Children In The UK: The Perks and Challenges
If you are a Filipino and you are currently living within a foreign country, having children may not be as easy as it is when you are in your homeland. The Story of Ulysses and Cindy Take it from Ulysses Hechanova and wife Cindy Kristie Cal, respectively from Iloilo and Bohol. They met each other […]
Aside From Balikbayan Boxes, These 3 Ideas Will Make Your Family Happy
There’s no denying that OFWs and their families love balikbayan boxes. In fact, reports say that there are about 400,000 of them being sent to the country every month. Of course, everyone was enraged when the Bureau of Customs (BOC) previously proposed that, for security purposes, opening the boxes would be mandatory. Fortunately, that regulation […]
Hong Kong Implements Wage Increase for Household Service Workers
Here’s a fantastic news for anyone working or are planning to get a job as a Household Service Worker (HSW) in Hong Kong. Effective October 1, the government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HK SAR) will implement a new law that requires employers to increase the allowable wage and food allowance for HSWs. With […]