INTRO

As they say, "Desperate times call for desperate measures." Everyone needs to work in order to
live a better and more stable life. Every Filipino in the world is recognized for being hardworking
and appreciating the worth of every dollar they earn, yet it is difficult for Filipinos to find jobs that
pay them fairly for their skills and abilities, forcing them to seek work in other nations. The
Philippines' high unemployment rate is one of the country's persistent issues. According to the
government, more than 7.3 million Filipinos live overseas, accounting for 8% of the country's
population. Overseas Filipino Workers are figures who are both adored and reviled both within
and outside the Philippines. It is for this reason that they are and should be called to as "bagong
bayani" because of the sacrifices they make to provide for their families while also contributing
significantly to the country's economic growth through remittances.

To help us better understand let's go back to the history of labor export in the Philippines
where it all started

Although Filipinos have a longstanding tradition of migration to the United States and
elsewhere, government activism to promote labor migration from the Philippines began in the
mid-1970s, when rising oil prices caused a boom in contract migrant labor in the Middle
East. The government of Dictator Ferdinand Marcos, from the mid-1960s to the mid-1980s, saw
an opportunity to export young men left unemployed by the stagnant economy and established
a system to regulate and encourage labor outflows. This system, which continues today, has
both a private and public component. On the public side, the government established the
agency that would later become the Philippines Overseas Employment Administration, in order
to provide contract labor directly to foreign employers, maritime agencies, and
governments. The changes had the effect of bringing the work of Filipinos abroad under the
authority of the Philippine government. Whether recruited privately or by the government
agency, workers and recruiters enter into a contract that is enforceable under Philippine law. In
1987, the government directed the POEA to be more active in the protection of migrant workers'
rights and welfare.

But the question is do they deserve to be called modern day heroes? What do you think?

Being an ofw comes from the desire to provide for one's family in light of the country's limited
opportunities. Being an ofw has a lot of benefits that well exceed the risks and complications.
However, they are not only helping their families in improving their lives; they are also helping
the Philippines' economy by providing remittances to our country. As of 2019, there were more
over 12 million Filipinos working or residing in other nations as citizens. Our OFWs are heros
not only for keeping our economy afloat, but also for the sacrifices they make. Working as an
overseas worker in another country entails some risk, danger, and, of course, the pain of being
apart from family.
There are 5 reasons why OFWs are given such a title.
they deserve to be called as modern day heroes for the reasons
1. They are a reliable source of remittances.
Remittances sent by OFWs contribute significantly to the Philippines' economy, in
addition to meeting the fundamental necessities of their own families. For one point, due
to its liquidity, it aids in keeping the country afloat in the event of a worldwide financial
crisis.
2. They Work in Adverse Conditions
Pinoys from all over the world are some of the toughest people you'll ever meet. To
provide for their families, they are willing to put up with difficult working conditions, long
hours of effort, and even little pay.
3. They Constantly Deal With Homesickness and loneliness
The emotional effects of Filipinos working abroad, such as homesickness and
loneliness, can be difficult to overcome, particularly for young and first-time workers.
OFWs face emotional scars in order to provide for their families.
4. They Endure Not Being With Their Families
Filipinos are willing to go to any length in order to provide for their families. But it is the
time and distance away from their loved ones that they despise the most. The most
significant sacrifice made by OFWs is their separation from their family.
5. They are confronted with uncertainty in other countries.
Lastly, OFWs work hard in other countries without knowing what lies ahead or what
dangers they would face. Even today, reports of our kababayans being harassed and
assaulted by harsh foreign land-based or sea-based employers is not unusual.

"Modern Day Heroes" is a great title that may be used to all Overseas Filipino Workers
all over the world. They are heroes who have abandoned their families and cherished
country in order to help their families and loved ones. OFWs are the country's modern
heroes, without a doubt. Their efforts in other countries have greatly helped in the
reduction of poverty and have played a key role in transforming our once-struggling
financial system into the thriving one it is today.
NEWS
But, in order to provide for themselves and their families, many of them have been
subjected to various sorts of abuse and impolite treatment, not only from their
employers, but also from government representatives or embassy officials from the
receiving country. Certain of them have recently faced terrible difficulties, including
murder and, in the case of some women, rape and molestation by their employers.
There are reports on television about Filipinos who suffer physical and emotional abuse
from their employers, sometimes going home with scars and injuries.

Conclu

Despite the fact that the Philippines was previously known as "The Land of Slave,"
Filipinos have continued to work and prove to other countries that even when they are
not in the Philippines, the Filipinos are united as one. But for each of these successes,
there are as many tragic stories that speak to the challenges that migrants and
overseas workers face. They should be provided with proper social, economic, and
legal services as citizens of this country, and it's time for the government to stand up
and become a hero for all these dedicated Filipinos. It's important to remember that
migration can be voluntary or forced. To their family and country, they are heroes, but
not to themselves.

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your organization is about, answering questions, educating your audience, or promoting an event.
Community awareness is also a top priority, as our teams decided to distribute brochures and
assist local authorities in spreading knowledge about staying safe during a pandemic. Having
knowledge and facts about COVID-19 will aid Filipinos in reducing their concerns and anxieties
about the condition, as well as their ability to cope with any subsequent effects. Denver et al.
(2020) brochures needed to be more focused on the information which was in the category of
“needed to know,” rather than “nice to know.” In order to provide people with the information
they need regarding their treatment, many medical professionals are turning to brochures. Denver
et al. (2020) By providing individuals with brochures detailing multiple treatment options,
doctors can save time and allow the family to make an informed decision.