Safe and Fair Philippines is launching “Kuwentong OFW: Mga Babaeng Biya(hero) sa Panahon ng COVID”, a series of Facebook Live discussions that will talk about the issues and experiences of Filipina migrant workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hosted on the Safe and Fair: Babaeng Biya(hero) Facebook page, the first session will air on May 28 at 8PM. Each session brings together key government and non-government partners to discuss a variety of topics related to the situation, safety, and well-being of female Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) in this uncertain time. Viewers will also be able to ask questions for the speakers during the live Q&A segment at the end of each program.
The first session, moderated by television host Suzi Entrata-Abrera and internet sensation Kaladkaren Davila, will specifically focus on the situation of women migrant workers, issues of gender-based violence (GBV) during the COVID-19 crisis, the reporting and assistance channels in cases of GBV, and services for women OFWs in the Philippines and abroad. The episode will also touch on the support that they can get as they endure the pandemic. Actress and musician Glaiza de Castro will also appear on the first episode to express her support and share stories from OFWs.
This initiative is part of Safe and Fair Philippines’ Babaeng Biya(hero) campaign that aims to make the labor migration journey safe and fair for every female migrant workers in the ASEAN region. Safe and Fair is part of the European Union and United Nations’ Spotlight Initiative to Eliminate Violence against Women and Girls. In the Philippines, the organization is co-implemented by UN Women and the International Labour Organization.
Visit Safe and Fair Philippines’ Facebook page for more information on the “Kuwentong OFW: Mga Babaeng Biya(hero) sa Panahon ng COVID series.
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