Selected 4th Year Students from the Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST) actively participated in the regional forum titled “𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬: 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥, 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭” held on March 14, 2025 at the University of Southeastern Philippines (USeP), Obrero Campus, Davao City.
Organized by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Region XI, in partnership with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) XI, USeP, and the City Government of Davao, through the Public Employment Service Office (PESO), the forum aims to empower students and job seekers with accurate and practical knowledge on pursuing work abroad.
The event brought together representatives from key agencies, including the DMW, the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA), and other legal entities. These experts delivered comprehensive presentations on vital topics such as the legal processes involved in overseas employment, the dangers of illegal recruitment, contract verification, and the rights and responsibilities of migrant workers.
The forum emphasized the pre-deployment process, how to access government support, and the importance of choosing legitimate recruitment agencies. Participants also received valuable insights on adapting to diverse work cultures and maintaining mental health and well-being while working abroad.
Catherine Villaflores, Chief Labor and Employment Officer of DMW Region XI, and Derrick Dale Intod, Labor Employment Officer I of DMW Region II, served as resource speakers. Their sessions provided participants with actionable strategies and real-world examples to guide them in making informed decisions about overseas employment.
The event served as a crucial platform in promoting safe, legal, and sustainable international career pathways for aspiring Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), reinforcing the government’s commitment to protecting and equipping Filipino migrants with the knowledge and resources they need for success.
