The Empty Mansions: Inside the Philippines’ ‘Ghost House’ Phenomenon

The Silent Witnesses: Ghost Houses and the OFW Dream Across the Philippine archipelago, a peculiar landscape unfolds: grand, often unoccupied houses rise in rural and suburban areas, testaments to the sacrifices and dreams of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). These “ghost houses,” as they’re often called, represent a complex narrative of aspiration, economic realities, and the

The Transnational Family: How OFW Parental Absence Impacts Filipino Children

The Price of Progress: Understanding the OFW Child Dynamic The Philippines, a nation deeply intertwined with the global economy, witnesses a significant portion of its workforce seeking employment overseas. These Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), often parents, contribute substantially to the nation’s economy through remittances. However, this economic boon comes at a social cost: the children