Focus on essential healthcare updates for Filipinos
Among the organizations represented during the discussion were Good Cause Bahrain, led by Antonette Guese Avila; Pinay Ikaw Na (PIN), headed by its president Dinah Sta. Ana; LBC Express Bahrain, represented by Dhela Solidad; Alpha Kappa Rho International Humanitarian Service Fraternity and Sorority – Juffair Chapter; and the Filipino Writers' Circle (Filwrite) president, Cecil Ancheta.
The event high lighted the government's dedication to supporting its citizens abroad by keeping them informed about their healthcare benefits.
It was attended by Her Excellency Anne Jalando-on Louis, Philippine Ambassador to Bahrain, along with embassy officials, including Administrative Officer, Mr. Virgilio Pasive Jr. and Ms. Cellia V. Cabadonga, Officer-in-Charge of the Migrant Workers Office (MWO).
In her address, Ambassador Louis thanked all the guest specially the Filipino community members, for showing up, even on a Friday, which is usually a day off for many.
Under the PhilHealth presentation topic, she emphasized the value of information sharing. She asked audience to use the facts they gained from the session and relay it to their respective communities.
This appeal helped to highlight the ripple effect of awareness, hoping that by sharing the information, more people would be enabled to access PhilHealth effectively and appeal for their health care needs.
Overseas employment
Realizing the temporary nature of overseas employment, Ambassador Louis advised OFWs to regularly keep themselves enrolled in OWWA, PhilHealth, SSS, and Pag-IBIG.
Foreign employment may have an advantage of being able to earn immediately, but it is also essential to spend on saving for the future. Active participation in these top-priority Philippine institutions provides OFWs with access to vital benefits.
The visiting delegation from the Philippines was led by Mr. Gregorio C. Rulloda, PhilHealth Philippine Ambassador, H.E. Anne Jalando-on Louis, speaks at the event Vice President for Mindanao.
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