𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘒𝘰𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘥𝘢𝘭 – In honor of the 𝟯𝟬𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙞𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙧𝙨’ 𝘿𝙖𝙮, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Region XII has launched a weeklong celebration dedicated to recognizing the unwavering resilience, sacrifices, and contributions of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) across the globe.

Migrant Workers’ Day, celebrated every June 7, was established under Republic Act No. 8042, also known as the Migrant Workers and Overseas Filipinos Act of 1995. The annual observance pays tribute to the millions of Filipinos working abroad who continue to support their families and contribute to national development.

This year’s theme, “𝙊𝙁𝙒 @ 𝟯𝟬: 𝘽𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙣, 𝘽𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙞, 𝘽𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙝𝙖𝙣,” highlights the unity, heroism, and enduring strength of OFWs, particularly in the BARMM and SOCCSKSARGEN regions.

The celebration officially kicked off on June 2 and will run until June 7, featuring a variety of services and events designed to benefit OFWs and their families including medical outreach, a youth sports olympics, and the distribution of financial assistance to qualified OFW beneficiaries.

As part of today’s activities, DMW Region XII is offering free blood pressure check-ups and random blood sugar testing to all clients visiting the regional office. This health initiative reflects the agency’s commitment to the holistic well-being of the migrant workers and their families.

The weeklong celebration is not only a tribute to the contributions of OFWs but also a reaffirmation of the regional office’s dedication to supporting and empowering the modern-day heroes in BARMM and SOCCSKSARGEN regions.