The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration in the Caraga Region (OWWA-13) has opened an assistance desk for migrant workers coming from Surigao del Sur.

In a statement Friday, Surigao del Sur Gov. Alexander Pimentel lauded the OWWA-13 for the opening of the OFWs’ assistance desk for the Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) situated at the first floor of the provincial capitol building.

“The desk will provide all Surigaonon OFWs and their families with more efficient access to government programs and services of OWWA,” Pimentel, who graced Thursday’s opening, said.

He assured the provincial government will augment staff members to help at the OWWA desk.

“Our OFWs and their families can now access OWWA’s social services and benefits, as well as repatriation assistance,” Pimentel said.

He said the desk will also help the OFWs in the reintegration, family education and training assistance programs of the agency. (PNA)