Sa ’Pinas, Ikaw ang Ma’am at Sir Program, otherwise known as SPIMS Program, is an OFW reintegration convergence project of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). It was implemented by the Overseas Workers Welfare …
The world has entered a new digital era, and it seems that everyone is glued to their phones, tapping away at stuff. Thanks to smartphones, anyone, at any time, may produce, distribute, and consume media. …
As an overseas worker in the UAE, knowing your rights and obligations in the workplace is an absolute must. If these rights get violated — for example, your salary is delayed or your passport is …
Are you planning to apply for driving license, or perhaps you need to renew your old one? If so, keep in mind that one of the requirements is to undergo an eye test — not …
Millions of people come to the UAE every year for work, study, leisure, or all of the above. There are visas depending on your purpose for entering the country. Of course, these visas come with …
In this day and age, having your own mobile phone and data package is a must, especially for communication, research, and online transactions. If you are based in the UAE, then it’s likely that you’re …
“Every day is a learning day,” shares Rachelle Lorene, our latest OFW feature. She is 28 years old and hails from Tuguegarao City, Cagayan… though she spent most of her childhood Quezon City. She graduated with a …
According to Trend Reports citing Al Arabiya, Dubai removed its 30% tax on alcohol sales and made liquor licenses free to obtain on Sunday (1 January) in an apparent effort to encourage tourism to the …
Many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) who have spent their years working abroad are having difficulties settling back in the Philippines. With that said, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) launched the Balik Pinas! Balik Hanapbuhay! …
If there’s one thing the global health crisis has taught us, it’s never to underestimate the power of a good insurance policy. In this case, we’re talking about unemployment insurance, which provides financial support for …
