Anywhere in the world Filipinos always make a difference. Whether they are only in few numbers, still Filipinos find ways to form organizations or groups. These groups could either be social, religious, cultural or simply gatherings
of �tong-its� players.
In a foreign country like the United Arab Emirates which is home to more or less 150,000 Overseas Filipino
Workers, organizations play a vital role. Majority of the OFW in UAE are living alone and have no families.
Being away from their love ones is not an easy life to think of. It�s very hard and depressing. Homesick is the usual problem being
dealt by our kababayans. To those who are strong enough and wanted to pursue their dreams, they kept themselves busy by getting involved in different activities. There are so many around here in Dubai but the most effective one is to get involve in organizations where you could socialize and interact freely with your compatriots.
If you have time please have a look at each site I have listed here and see what is suitable for you. I highly recommend these organizations because I believed in their values and determination to help our �Kababayans�.
OFW Zone
Overseas Filipino Workers web portal is a home to many organizations, Filipino activities, news concerning Filipinos in UAE and many others.
Filipino Computer Club Dubai � FCC Dubai
Offers tuition free computer training program. Provide free computer education, training and facilities to Filipinos and served as a forum for computer users and professionals.
Overseas Pinoy Professional Photographers Society
OPPPS came up with a vision to further enhance the skills of Overseas Filipino Workers
in photography through continuous practice and learning by organizing activities and
conducting seminars, workshops and clinics such as:
� Fundamentals of Photography
� Digital Photography
� Photography for the Web
� Studio Made Simple (Indoor & Outdoor)
� Going Places with Camera and OPPPS (Field Trips)
� Simplified Photo Journalism
� Photo Essay
� and other Photography related topics
Anywhere in the world Filipinos always make a difference. Whether they are only in few numbers, still Filipinos find ways to form organizations or groups. These groups could either be social, religious, cultural or simply gatherings
of �tong-its� players.