TRECE MARTIRES CITY, CAVITE - hosted a training session on August 25, 2026, where the Provincial Government of Cavite, through the Office of the Provincial Cooperatives Development Officer (OPCDO), trained 40 family members of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in basic food processing to help households build sustainable income sources . The hands-on program, held at the New Provincial Government Center, equipped participants with practical techniques to start small food-based enterprises and enhance their families' economic stability.
A Hands-On Program for Practical Skills and Income Generation
Trece Martires City hosted the training as part of a broader effort by the Provincial Government to strengthen the economic resilience of OFW families, who often bear the responsibility of managing households while their loved ones work overseas . The program focused on teaching participants practical food processing techniques that can be immediately applied to start small businesses, potentially creating alternative income sources beyond remittances.
The training, conducted at the New Provincial Government Center, also aligned with the OPCDO's ongoing mission to support cooperative and livelihood development across Cavite . The Provincial Government has consistently prioritized economic empowerment programs, including the recent PHP500-million allocation for healthcare upgrades and other social services that benefit residents.
Building Economic Stability and Self-Reliance
This initiative directly supports economic stability by helping OFW families become more self-reliant. Non-migrant mothers, who often manage households, finances, and child-rearing while their husbands work overseas, play a critical role in sustaining family cohesion during separation . Programs like this food processing training provide them with additional income-generating opportunities that reduce dependence on remittances.
By equipping OFW families with entrepreneurial skills, the Provincial Government is investing in long-term household resilience. Participants can now explore small business opportunities that complement their existing responsibilities, potentially creating a safety net that extends beyond the period of overseas employment.
