THE struggles and challenges faced by millions of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) are as diverse as the Philippines itself. This is why civil society actors such as non-governmental organizations (NGOs) play a crucial role in the lives of our migrant workers. Some NGOs focus on organizing or carrying out workshops, seminars and information dissemination and media campaigns directed at increasing awareness of the plight of migrant workers. Established by former senator Manny Villar as a non-stock, non-profit foundation in 1995, Villar Sipag adopted OFW advancement and assistance as one of its major advocacies. Spearheading the advocacies of Villar Sipag is Manny Villar’s wife, the feisty and hardworking Sen. Cynthia Villar, who is also the incumbent managing director of the foundation.

Source: Manila Times November 27, 2017 16:07 UTC