List of OWWA Regional Directors and their contact information

By virtue of R.A. 10801 or the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration Act of 2016, the OWWA became a national government agency vested with the special function of developing and implementing welfare programs and services that respond to the needs of its member-OFWs and their families. The OWWA is an attached agency of the Department of […]

Ateneo LSE Thailand Extends Courtesy Call to Ambassador Paredes

We are thrilled to share the success of our courtesy call with H.E. Millicent Cruz-Paredes, Ambassador of the Philippines to Thailand and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP.

Filipino culture shines gracefully through dancing in Central Korat mall, Thailand

Led by Mr. Edmar Jaranilla, Foreign Department Coordinator of the said school, the group beautifully showcased three folk dances such as the "Maglalatik”, “Bulaklakan”, and “Pandangiado Burueno” in the delight of the watching crowd of mostly Thais.

Family of OFW who died in Chainat asks for help in repatriating his remains

He had no relatives in Thailand. He was taken care of by his friends and colleagues in school. His family had not seen him for years and asked the community to extend some more financial help so they could see his body one last time.

Thailand-based OFW Francisco Ramos Garcia, 54 passes away

PinoyThaiyo expresses our deepest condolences to the bereaved family and friends of kabayan Francis.

OWWA approves Thailand-based OFWs 200USD assistance

Applications of a number of Thailand-based OFWs who applied for DOLE-AKAP 200USD financial assistance have been approved. Emails were sent out on Saturday, June 6. The only problem right now is the bank account where the money can be sent. OWWA is asking for a Malaysian bank account for the money transfer.  On May 22, […]

Filipino teacher commits suicide due to depression

A Filipino teacher hanged himself in the balcony of his apartment in an apparent suicide in Nonthaburi.

Hua Hin Mayor visits, gives relief goods to Filipinos affected by COVID-19

The mayor met the group of Filipinos at the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church in Hua Hin, a famous tourist destination and one of the eight districts of Prachuap Khiri Khan Province.

180 OFWs in Thailand to be repatriated today

180 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) are scheduled to be repatriated noontime from Don Muang International Airport.

Community leaders in Pattaya step up to help OFWs affected by coronavirus

For Filipinos affected by COVID-19 in Pattaya, you may contact Gilbert Dong Juanim (0946616285) or Roma Amor.

Philippine Embassy in Bangkok assures support to Filipinos during COVID-19 crisis

The Embassy has also assigned teams to assist in emergency cases seven days a week.

FILCOM group in Chonburi donates groceries for OFWs affected by COVID-19

Kudos to all FCCT officers and members who participated in this worthy endeavor!

OFWs affected by COVID-19 to receive 10,000 PHP from government

For the overseas Filipino workers whose employment was affected by the pandemic, DOLE will be also providing a one-time 10 thousand pesos assistance.

Thailand has 40 coronavirus cases; a school closes after pupil tests positive

As of posting, it is unsure yet whether there is any Filipino teacher working at Phraharuthai Donmuang School (Sacred Heart of Jesus).

FILCOM in Rayong elects new set of officers, organizes Palarong Pinoy

The Filipino Alliance in Rayong Thailand (FARTH), one of the most vibrant Filipino communities in Thailand has a new set of officers. FARTH is composed of around 500 close-knit members who all live in the center of Rayong.  Congratulations to the new officers who were elected in December 2019.  President: Mary Ann RicaforteVice Pres: Raymund […]

7 Filipinos die in Thailand in January alone

Most cases are health related deaths.