Delve into Lakbay Kababaihan
Step into the lives of Filipina migrant workers and and learn about the harsh realities they confront while pursuing opportunities abroad. Delve into the stories of resilience and solidarity as communities come together to address these challenges and empower victims.
Lakbay Kababaihan: The Journey of Filipina Migrant Workers
Join us in this eye-opening video as we delve into the untold stories of Filipina migrant workers. Explore the challenges they face, from homesickness to gender-based violence, exacerbated by the pandemic. Discover the resilience and sacrifices of our Filipina migrant workers, and learn how collective advocacy can bring about meaningful change to them.
The Story of Rowena Ocado
Follow the journey of Rowena Ocado, a former Filipina migrant worker who worked as an assistant chef in Macau. She shares her experiences, highlighting the challenges of solo parenting, the discrimination and harassment they face as women working abroad, and her vision for a better future for Filipino workers locally and abroad.
Introducing Shella Marie Gonzales
Meet Ma’am She, a dedicated paralegal at CMA, committed to protecting migrant workers, particularly women, from gender-based violence. She illuminates the challenges of abuse, wage theft, and overwork faced by Filipina migrant workers, and advocates for systemic reforms to ensure a safer future for them and their families.
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