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Immigrating to the UK

Immigrating to the UK: The story of an OFW nurse who worked in the NHS

Immigrating to the UK or any country and leaving our loved ones behind is a difficulty that some might not be willing to challenge. Filipinos leave their homeland for various reasons, but they usually have one thing in common: They want a better life for their loved ones. In this article, we talk with Harry, a Filipino nurse who chose to work in the United Kingdom (UK) to become the breadwinner of his family.


mandat kabayan Par Jessica Santiago 8 juin 2023 0 Commentaires
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Immigrating to Canada: The story of three Filipinos who began a new life overseas

Filipinos leave their homeland for various reasons, but they usually have one thing in common: They want a better life for their loved ones. In this article, we talk to three kabayans who have travelled out of the Philippines to build a new life overseas in Canada.


mandat kabayan Par Jessica Santiago 31 mai 2023 0 Commentaires
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Famous Filipino Movie Stars, Directors and More – Our 5 top picks

As film awards season has rolled around once again, we’ve decided to take a look back at some famous Filipinos who have walked the red carpets of Hollywood, a major player in the international entertainment industry. However, for some people who follow the showbiz scene, awards season is also a reminder of how the industry is still lacking when it comes to representation and diversity.


mandat kabayan Par Jessica Santiago 11 avril 2023 0 Commentaires
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Top 5 Filipino Canadians

Immigrating to Canada is no walk in the park. Filipinos must contend with moving away from their loved ones, adjusting to a different culture, and dealing with culture shock. So, when we see one of us going against all odds and making headlines, we have every reason to celebrate.


mandat kabayan Par Jessica Santiago 24 février 2023 0 Commentaires
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Understanding school exams in the UK – SAT’s, GCSE’s, A Levels and NSAs

Adjusting to a new country can be tough. It can be even tougher when sending your children to a new school and trying to figure out the grading system in the UK. If you’re a Filipino in the United Kingdom, figuring out the UK education system and its key stages is another challenge. Luckily, we’ve got your back.


mandat kabayan Par Jessica Santiago 26 janvier 2023 0 Commentaires
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Understanding the UK education system

If you’re a Filipino who has recently moved to the United Kingdom, chances are you’re still figuring out the UK education system and how it will shape your child’s future. Studying in the UK will also be an adjustment for you and your child. Unlike American schools which follow the K-12 curricula, the UK education system follows a four-stage national curriculum that requires your child to stay in school until they are 16. If you live in England however, your child must stay in some form of education until they are 18. This can be any of the following:


mandat kabayan Par Jessica Santiago 6 septembre 2022 0 Commentaires
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