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How to Apply Skills for Employment Scholarship Program (SESP)

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There are many scholarship programs offered by the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration Association (OWWA) which are designed to upgrade the education and training of overseas Filipino workers and their dependents. One of them is the Skills for Employment Scholarship Program (SESP) scholarship which provides grants and educational opportunities for both OWWA members and their families for TESDA-accredited vocational courses. The … Read more

How to Apply OWWA Tabang OFW Program

Overseas Filipino Workers who have dependents in college or university, you can take advantage of your OWWA membership via Tabang OFW program. This is a special OWWA scholarship project provided to OFWs affected by COVID-19. Whether you have lost your job, have been repatriated, or if an OFW has passed away, there is a one-time cash assistance worth PHP 30,000 … Read more

What is OWWA Cares? #OWWAcares

The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) is a government agency in the Philippines that takes care of its Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) through various outreach activities and implementation of its benefits to its members. The hashtag #OWWAcares is used by OWWA whenever they post an update on social media, showing that they are dedicated to taking care of OFWs. Some … Read more

How to Apply Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS) Training

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The OWWA Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS) is a mandatory seminar for all Filipinos who are going to work abroad. The seminar provides important information and advice on how to prepare for a successful overseas deployment. Topics covered include immigration and labor laws, packing and shipping your belongings, cultural adjustment, and financial planning. The CFO PDOS is offered at the OWWA … Read more

How to Report Child Abuse to DSWD (Child Protection Program)

If you see or know someone who is abusing a child, it is important to tell the Department of Social Welfare and Development. This is the department that helps keep children safe from harm. They will investigate the situation and make sure the child is safe and well taken care of. No one wants to think about child abuse, but … Read more

How to Register in OWWA Mobile App Online

In case you want to know how to use the OWWA mobile app and renew your OWWA membership online as an OFW, this article guide will help you. The OWWA Application can be downloaded via Android or via App store. The purpose of this mobile app is that it provides easy access to information about OWWA programs and services. You … Read more

How to Apply OEC: Romania Online Appointment

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Every OFW is required to have an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC). Before receiving your OEC, there are additional aspects to consider and requirements to complete. OEC holders are entitled to lower travel taxes for their spouses and dependents as well as exemptions from terminal fees. Because of this, OFWs in Romania are encouraged to acquire an OEC before leaving on … Read more

How to Apply OFW Dependent Scholarship Program (ODSP)

OWWA (Overseas Workers Welfare Administration) provides a variety of scholarships to OFW dependents and beneficiaries. So if you are an OFW it is important that you keep your OWWA membership active. One of the scholarship programs available includes the OFW Dependent Scholarship Program (ODSP). This scholarship program is available to dependents of active OWWA members enrolled or planning to enroll … Read more

POLO – Philippine Overseas Labor Office – Purpose, Functions and Responsibilities

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The Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO) is a Philippine government office stationed overseas that acts as the operating arm of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) overseas. POLO offices implement Philippine labor policies and programs for the protection of the rights and promotion of the welfare and interests of Filipinos working abroad. The POLO office is led by a … Read more

POEA – Philippine Overseas Employment Administration – Purpose, Functions and Responsibilities

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Note: The POEA office has been merged and is now part of the DMW (Department of Migrant Workers) office. Please be advised that the website of POEA is now changed to DMW website. The Philippine Overseas Employment Agency (POEA) is a government agency that is responsible for the administration of overseas employment programs in the Philippines. It is also responsible … Read more