GCash & DMW Launch "Buy Lokal" on GHub: A New Lifeline for Returning OFWs
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and GCash formalized a partnership to support the reintegration of returning OFWs by providing entrepreneurship opportunities and digital financial tools to help them grow their businesses. The signing ceremony, led by DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac and GCash Head of Public Sector Cleo Celeste Santos, underscores both organizations’ commitment to empowering OFWs as they return and rebuild their livelihoods in the Philippines. This was followed by the official launch of “Buy Lokal, By OFWs” Powered by GCash, as the government strengthens initiatives to support OFWs amid the ongoing crisis abroad. Alongside this event was a trade fair showcasing different business ventures by returning OFWs, ranging from food products and personal care items to handicrafts. Boosting support for returning OFW entrepreneurs OFWs face many challenges both while working abroad and when returning home. Limited access to financial service...