COVID-19’s Impact on OFW Employment: Displacement, Support, and the Future of Work

Introduction: A Global Crisis Hits Home for OFWs The COVID-19 pandemic unleashed an unprecedented global crisis, profoundly impacting economies and labor markets worldwide. For Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), who contribute significantly to the Philippine economy through remittances, the pandemic presented a unique set of challenges that rippled across their lives and families. From widespread job

A Deep Dive into the Philippine Government’s Support System for OFWs

Guardians Abroad: The Philippine Government’s Support System for OFWs The global landscape of labor migration sees millions of Filipinos seeking opportunities abroad, their remittances forming a significant pillar of the Philippine economy. These Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), often hailed as modern-day heroes, embark on journeys fraught with challenges, ranging from cultural adjustments and language barriers