OFWs Blog

The OFWs Blog is my way of sharing helpful information and telling exciting stories and experiences of Overseas Filipinos. It...

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OEC concerns: Issues raised by Japanese companies against requirements by POEA and POLO in Tokyo, Japan

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One of the many steps to get an OEC is for the Japanese company/employer to sign and agree with POLO's POEA Standard Employment Contract. My employer/company,

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Helping OFWs and Filipino Immigrants Improve Their Lives

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Guiding overseas filipino workers or OFWs and Filipino immigrants, linking them overseas and sharing their stories and challenges in search of a better life away from the Philippines.

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Looking for Filipino housemaid for Bulgaria

I am writing to you with request. I am looking to hire Philippine house maid and take her abroad in Sofia, Bulgaria, EU. Do you think you can help with

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OWWA Benefits and How OFWs Can Avail Them

OWWA benefits for OFW-members, seamen or seafarers and their dependents include scholarship programs, financial assistance, health benefits and free training courses.

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Applying for OWWA Business Loan

I was a seafarer who worked some years abroad. I read an ad about OWWA benefit that every OFW can apply. It was about a loan that OWWA can give if an

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Filipino domestic workers in Geneva, Switzerland

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I met Overseas Filipino Workers who came here to work as domestic workers. See their reasons for coming here, how they get jobs and the problems they face.

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Facts about South Korea for OFWs

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Facts about South Korea help OFWs or Filipinos with Korean spouses adjust to their new home. Use these South Korea facts to decide whether Korea is the place for you.

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Switzerland immigration and job options for OFWs

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This Switzerland immigration page answers questions by OFWs on working as domestic workers in the country. It will also discuss other jobs for Filipinos.

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This store in Geneva gives Filipinos a taste of home

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Filipinos in Geneva, Switzerland feel closer to home thanks to a Filipino store that gives a bit of almost everything Pinoy, from veggies to cell phone e-load.

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Leni Robredo on the Plight of OFWs

Leni Robredo won the Vice-Presidency by a slim margin although the OFW absentee voting ballots favored her closest rival. Here are her plans for OFWs.

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An OWWA Quick Guide for OFWs

OWWA serves and protects its member-OFWs before, during and after working and living abroad. Your contribution allow you to avail of its benefits. Its hotline is open 24/7 for any issue.

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Ria Money Transfer for OFWs Sending Money to the Philippines

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This review of Ria money transfer would help OFWs in the United States decide how to send money to the Philippines in six simple steps.

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Sending Money To The Philippines The Best Way

Sending Money To The Philippines

Sending money to the Philippines can be a challenge for Overseas Filipino Workers or OFWs and immigrants.

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Presidential Candidate Mar Roxas Platform for OFWs

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Mar Roxas platform for OFWs seeks to protect you from abuse, address fair treatment and OFW-related corruption, and improve your welfare. His stand on pressing OFW concerns are compiled here.

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Senate Bet Susan Toots Ople on Defending the Rights of OFWs

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Susan Toots Ople wants to help OFWs through her years of experience in championing their plight. Learn about what she has done and intend to do for migrant workers.

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Presidential Candidate Grace Poe on OFW Concerns

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Senator Grace Poe plans to protect OFWs from abuse and unfair treatment. Know more about her platform on illegal recruitment, high placement fees, and other migrant issues.

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Presidential Candidate Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago on OFW Concerns

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Here I present Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago platform for presidency on OFWs. Her credentials include bills she filed for Filipinos working abroad. Find more of her plans on your issues.

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Presidential Candidate Rody Duterte on OFW Concerns

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Rody Duterte now tops the pre-election surveys. Does his platform address OFW concerns? Read his viewpoints on your issues here.

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How an Election in the Philippines Can Benefit OFWs and Filipinos Abroad

A national election in the Philippines allows OFWs and Overseas Filipinos to choose leaders every three years through absentee voting. Will you vote for change?

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About Overseas-Filipinos.Com

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A background for Overseas-Filipinos.Com and its founder/editor.

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