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“I learned how important it is to have a supportive community that will help bring out the best in you.”
Take a time out with Charo Sidon, one of our Diamond Team Leaders. Our…
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“It’s okay not to be okay sometimes.”
Today we focus the spotlight on Cristina Belingon, one of our Diamond Team Leaders.…
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Meet the Mentors: Herlyn
We are proud to feature Herlyn Banaban who became an Uplifters Mentor in May…
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“Don’t give up and don’t stop learning.”
Today we focus the spotlight on Ronalie Mendua, one of our Diamond Team Leaders.…
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Meet the Mentors: Ailenemae
We are happy to feature Ailenemae Ramos who became an Uplifters Mentor in June…
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Meet the Mentors: Yulia
We are excited to feature Yulia Endang who became an Uplifters Mentor in April…
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Migrant Domestic Workers Info Website
MDWinfo is a project created by 5 students of the Graduate Institute of Geneva,…
Behavioural insights in employers’ choice of recruitment services for domestic work
The ILO (International Labor Organisation) and the University of Geneva investigated the recruitment behaviour…
Understanding and attitudes of employers towards ethical recruitment and decent work principles in Hong Kong
This study presents findings from a web-based survey conducted in Hong Kong in November…
Protecting the rights and promoting the autonomy of domestic migrant workers from Indonesia and the Philippines
On February 2016, Seefar* published a report highlighting the prevalence of modern slavery in…
Key Contributions of Migrant Domestic Workers to Economic Growth and Family Well-being in Asia
Experian, a leading global information services company, and Enrich, a Hong Kong charity promoting…
Making Migration Work – Understanding forced labour amongst migrant domestic workers in Asia
On October 2019, Seefar* examine the experiences of migrant female domestic workers in South-East…
The Borrowing Puzzle: Why Do Filipino Domestic Workers in Hong Kong Borrow rather than Dissave?
On March 2020, Wooyoung Lim and Sujata Visaria, two researchers from the Department of…
Community Building Officer
Full-time permanent contract – Bahasa Indonesia native speaker required. Full English proficiency. Your role:…
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Helper appreciation day
What is #HelperHeroes? #HelperHeroes is a campaign that rallies individuals, families, employers, and NGOs…
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What Uplifters does to address migrant domestic workers mental health issues
In 2020, 72% of migrant domestic workers (MDWs)reported signs of depression in Hong Kong (2020…
Uplifters Turns 4!
On March 29th 2022, Uplifters celebrated it’s 4th anniversary with a virtual event attended…
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“Your future is already in your mind, take the right action and see better results.”
Aljen dela Cruz is one of Uplifters’ Diamond Team Leaders. She is 31 years…
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“No matter what obstacles you face, never give up.”
Today we focus the spotlight on Melody Nadal, one of our Diamond Team Leaders.…
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“We must have the determination to improve ourselves. Every problem has a solution; we just need to discover it.”
Today we turn the spotlight on Nida Reyes Lontoc, one of Uplifters’ Team Leaders.…
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“I gained the confidence I needed to reach my goals.”
Today we want to turn the spotlight on Reysan Saraga Saagundo, one of our…
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“Dare to Dream taught me the importance of spending my money wisely.”
” I joined Dare to Dream because I am interested in learning about personal…
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“After taking the course, I became more persistent at working hard towards my goals.”
“I decided to work abroad because of bad past circumstances. The setbacks and failures…
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“Never stop learning and developing yourselves to reach your potential.”
“Before I came to Uplifters, I did not have enough motivation to track my…
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“l learned how to set goals to achieve my dreams. Now I feel empowered.”
When I came to Singapore, I did not have any plans other than to…
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“Taking the courses at Uplifters boosted my confidence to manage my life and take action.”
“I am now confident to handle challenges that come my way, especially in financial…
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“Being a Team Leader is my way of giving back, reaching out and sharing the joy I found in Uplifters.”
Today we turn the spotlight on Aim Myra Doguiles, Uplifters’ Gold Team Leader.Our Gold…
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“Being a Team Leader helps me stay on track with my goals.”
We are happy to feature Giorgetti Sambas , one of Uplifters’ Gold Team Leaders.…
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“I learned the value of commitment that one must persist even in the face of challenges and lead by example. “
Today we want to spotlight Maria Nemy Lou Mejia, one of our Gold Team…
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“Uplifters paved the way for me to become a community leader.”
“Being a Team Leader at Uplifters gives me a sense of purpose and responsibility.…
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“Belonging to Uplifters’ community helped me see the importance of taking care of my well-being and finances.”
“I was just a migrant worker going through the daily motions of working to…
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“Poverty did not stop me from dreaming.”
“Poverty is always the number one reason many of us choose to work abroad,…
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“Without the budgeting and planning skills I learned at Uplifters, I wouldn’t have managed my business correctly.”
Today we want to turn the spotlight on Eni Kusrini, one of our Gold…
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“I started to dream bigger for my family because of Uplifters.”
“Always look on the positive side of life. Sometimes you’ll bump into a brick…
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The Team Leader who was accepted in a global fellowship of grassroots leaders
We are thrilled to announce that our Gold Team Leader Maria Nemy Lou Rocio…
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“Believe in yourself that you can overcome life’s difficulties. If other people can do it, we can do it too.”
Today we’re sharing the story of one of our Diamond Team Leaders, Yulia Endang.She…
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“Challenges are not obstacles. Instead, they are part of our journey.”
Rema Tabangcura is one of Uplifters’ Gold Team Leaders. She is a mother of…
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“Dream big, start small and act now, as what Dare to Dream by Uplifters taught us.”
“I wish I had been told about Dare to Dream before moving abroad. If…
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Sisters, sisters are we!
Here is a beautiful poem of our alumni and Team Leader, Maria Nemy Lou…
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Findings of a Mental Health Need Assessment Survey for Migrant Domestic Workers in Hong Kong
You will find here the mental health need assessment survey for migrant domestic workers…
Opening address of our Director Sujata Ramakrishna on behalf of our Board at our Annual Team Conference, December 7th, 2020
Hi Everyone, Mabuhay! Selamat Siang! Salut! What a great way to start the week!…
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“To my dear fellow domestic workers, don’t stop learning because learning has no age limit.”
Today we turn the spotlight on Naicy Candido. She is from Aklan, Philippines and…
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“To those who want to expand their learning journey to prepare for the future, join Uplifters and be part of our community.”
We are very proud of our students who completed “Dare to Dream'”, Uplifters’ 3-week…
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“Life isn’t about finding yourself; life is about creating yourself.”
Today we turn the spotlight on Uplifters’ team leader Haidee Roiles. “I am from…
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“There is no harm in trying. See for yourself how Uplifters can help you to build and guide your goals.”
Meet Julie Ann Tabigne, Uplifters’ alumni from the Philippines. She has been working in…
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