The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is the Philippine government department that is tasked to help enhance national security, protect national sovereignty and territorial integrity, and contribute towards sustaining the country’s development. Likewise, the Department is mandated to help protect the rights and promote the welfare of Filipinos overseas. It is also responsible for promoting … READ MORE
Since 1985, the OWWA has been implementing the Skills for Employment Scholarship Program (SESP). It is one of the agency’s short-term training programs, which aim to enhance the specialized skills and employability of OFWs and their dependents. The SESP program offers financial assistance that enables beneficiaries to complete a technical or vocational course in a … READ MORE
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their children who aspire to complete a college degree are encouraged to apply for the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration’s scholarship programs. One of these is the Congressional Migrant Workers Scholarship Program or CMWSP. CMWSP caters to outstanding students who are about to start college, providing them with financial assistance until … READ MORE
MARCH 10, 2026 – Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac has ordered the recall of a staff member who was caught on video behaving disrespectfully towards overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has expressed displeasure over the incident and directed Cacdac to investigate and take action on the matter. … READ MORE
The OFW Dependent Scholarship Program or ODSP is one of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration’s scholarship programs. It offers financial assistance to children or siblings of OFWs, enabling them to complete a four- or five-year college course. Interested applicants can learn more about ODSP, its benefits, eligibility criteria, requirements, and guidelines — through the OWWA … READ MORE
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) provides different types of programs for OFWs and their families. These include scholarship programs, such as the Education for Development Scholarship Program or EDSP. The EDSP offers financial assistance to qualified dependents of active OWWA members, enabling them to complete a college degree. Interested applicants can learn more about … READ MORE
Nowadays, knowing how to use computers and the Internet is a must, especially for OFWs who communicate virtually with their families. To address this need, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) launched the Information Technology Training Program or ITTP. The ITTP is a short-term training program that aims to enhance the computer skills of OFWs … READ MORE
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is the executive department of the Philippine government tasked with protecting the rights and promoting the welfare of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). Created under Republic Act No. 11641, also known as the “Department of Migrant Workers Act,” it began full operations in 2022. The department consolidates all agencies dealing … READ MORE
Overseas Filipino Workers, or OFWs, make up a large part of the modern Philippine economy and society. Known as “Bagong Bayani” (New Heroes), these individuals leave their homes to work abroad, sending back remittances that support their families and help drive the nation’s economic growth. Their journey is marked by sacrifice, ambition, and resilience. Supporting … READ MORE
Filipino seafarers are known for their technical skills, diligence, and dedication to their jobs. As sea-based overseas Filipino workers, they are also part of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), which promotes and protects the welfare of all OFWs and their families. OWWA offers the Seafarers’ Upgrading Program or SUP. This is a short-term training … READ MORE