The plight of our overseas Filipino workers returning home has long been a concern, and the recent revelations about the gaps in government reintegration services are troubling. As a nation that prides itself on the resilience and sacrifice of our modern-day heroes, we must do better in supporting them when they decide to come back.The recent inauguration of the Bagong Pilipinas OFW AKSYON Center in Makati represents a significant step towards improving reintegration services for OFWs.
The accounts shared, such as that of Agnes Reyes, a 59-year-old retired cook struggling to find employment after returning from the UAE, paint a stark picture of the difficulties faced by those seeking reintegration. Reyes’ experience, sadly, is not unique. Many OFWs feel lost and frustrated, bouncing between agencies without receiving the timely and effective assistance they desperately need.
President Marcos’ acknowledgement of the need for retraining, reskilling, and upskilling, alongside job placement both domestically and internationally, reflects a commitment to addressing the root causes of OFW struggles.
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