A Dilaab team was in Hong Kong from 25 to 28 September, thanks to a very low plane fare and the hospitality of Fr. Emil Lim, SVD, who is chaplain to OFWs. While there, we conducted two highly modified versions of circles of discernment for elections with two groups of OFWs. The participants were far from politically apathetic; most were registered as absentee voters. The positive response is summed up by the honest comments of one participant: “I feel less depressed, having attended the seminar and knowing that there is a group doing what you are doing.” Many expressed anger over the fact that their hard-earned money is just wasted by corruption. They are voting. They want to do something. Yet, how can they make up their mind regarding choices?
We failed to do a radio stream from Hong Kong for our Dilaab radio program (Pwede Diay Pinoy) in Cebu. Some lessons learned. We also witnessed our OFWs day of rest and where they do it, at HK Central. It’s home away from home where our people can share goods, friendship, gossips, manicures, haircuts, etc. Some very high-end stores close shop on Sunday because of the sea of OFWs. At least Sunday becomes a day of rest. OFWs are a force to reckon with.
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