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Filipino Times
6 days ago
- General
- Filipino Times
DMW Honors Filipino Volunteers for Selfless Service in Jeddah OFW Caravan
The Bagong Bayani ng Mundo: OFW Serbisyo Caravan held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on August 8 and 9 was a great success, thanks not only to the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and partner agencies but also to the dedicated Filipino volunteers behind the scenes. The DMW recognized the invaluable contributions of Filipino community groups including the OFW Council of Leaders, Guardians International, The Fraternal Order of Eagles – Philippine Eagles Inc. Middle East Region – KSA, the Philippine Nurses Association, and others based in Jeddah. Together, these organizations mobilized over 100 volunteers who helped manage crowds, assisted with registration, and guided fellow OFWs throughout the two-day caravan. DMW Secretary Hans Leo J. Cacdac, along with Undersecretary Dominique Rubia-Tutay, Assistant Secretary Francis Ron C. De Guzman, OWWA Deputy Administrator Ryan Uy, and Philippine Consul General Rommel Romato, honored the volunteers in a simple ceremony, awarding Certificates of Appreciation for their selfless service. 'Thank you for showing love to our kababayans. This also reflects the leadership of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.,' Secretary Cacdac said, expressing deep gratitude for their efforts. Assistant Secretary De Guzman added, 'Events like this succeed not just because of official manpower, but because of the big hearts and willing hands of our fellow Filipinos.' For Eagles Governor Faisal Latif, a Toyota manager in Jeddah, volunteering alongside the Philippine Consulate General represents their organization's motto: 'Service through strong brotherhood.' OCL – Jeddah Director General Mojiedah Dakmash shared that volunteering at the Serbisyo Caravan is part of their 10th anniversary celebrations this August 29, and assured that their group will continue to respond whenever called upon. The Philippine Nurses Association Western Regional President Veronica Filipinas Saha ensured that all caravan participants were healthy and fit to serve, while Guardians Middle East Chairman Romeo Climaco Jr. coordinated their members to assist OFWs and maintain safety throughout the event. The DMW continues to commend the spirit of volunteerism exhibited by Filipinos abroad, embodying true Bayanihan spirit in serving their fellow migrant workers.
Observer
30-07-2025
- Health
- Observer
Filipino nurses to be honoured on August 2 at the launch of PNAO
The Philippine Nurses Association of Oman, Inc (PNAO), a duly recognised Foreign-Based Chapter of the Philippine Nurses Association, Inc. (PNA), will celebrate its official launch and meet-and-greet on August 2 at the Centara Hotel Muscat. The event will feature Ambassador Raul S Hernandez as the Guest of Honour, delivering an inspirational message, along with representatives from OWWA, MWO and presidents and chairpersons of various organisations such as the Oman Nursing Association, Oman Cancer Association, Filipino Community Social Club, Filipino Medical and Health Alliances in Oman and their generous partners, among many others. The event will honour Filipino nurses as modern-day heroes, in line with the celebration of Philippine National Heroes Day. The programme will also include meaningful exchanges to strengthen partnerships and foster collaboration. This gathering serves as a platform for camaraderie and inspiration, setting the tone for a unified and empowered Filipino nursing community in the Sultanate of Oman. "The PNAO has been actively operating since January 2025. We have 60 members and have conducted 17 successful activities promoting professional development, health advocacy and community engagement among the Filipino community in Oman", said Ferdinand Marco B Larena, PhDc, MAN, RN, BSN, the founding president of PNAO. "We, at PNAO, remain committed to uplifting the welfare, professional growth and solidarity of Filipino nurses in Oman, driven by a shared vision of excellence, compassion and national pride in coordination with the authorities of the Sultanate of Oman", he added.
