PRESS RELEASE

January 06, 2014

EARLY SURGE IN OEC PROCESSING IN OWWA RWO2

Highly reflective of age-old customs and traditions, Filipinos, especially OFWs

from the four corners of the globe usually time their vacation to Christmas, taking
advantage of the grand and festive celebrations that characterize the Holiday Season.
Indeed for it is the best time for family reunions and get-togethers that strengthen the
bond among kith and kin who’ve been separated over extended periods of time.

Expectedly, the number of OFW arrivals are also heavy during summer where
patronal fiestas and commencement exercises usually occur. For parents and next-of-kin
take extra pride and fulfillment in seeing loved ones receive their much-coveted
diplomas, easily the ultimate reward for their sacrifices while working abroad. This,
because the Filipino family gives special premium to tertiary education consistent with
the classic saying that it is about the best inheritance one can ever receive.
A typical day in the Regional Welfare Office 2. January 06, 2014 saw OFWs queuing up and
spilling over even into the annex building to fill up the pertinent forms.