# Philippine migrant worker welfare and budget planning > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/philippine-migrant-worker-welfare-and-budget-planning > Updated: 2026-08-27T05:21:15.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. The Philippine Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) have proposed a combined budget of approximately P11.6 billion for 2027 to support overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). Initial budget requests detailed a P2-billion AKSYON Fund for legal, medical, and financial assistance, alongside projected reductions in certain line items such as the Emergency Repatriation Program. Concurrently, the DMW has been expanding its service reach through the Kabalikat program to provide assistance directly to provincial families. Subsequent reports indicate a shift toward boosting funding to address gaps in emergency repatriation capabilities, particularly in response to geopolitical instability in the Middle East. The Palace confirmed additional allocations, including P3 billion for the DMW action fund and P1 billion for OWWA, with P700 million specifically earmarked for emergency repatriation. OWWA officials have also requested resources to expand mental health services, medical support, and global welfare centers. Meanwhile, service caravans continue to provide welfare and documentation services to workers and their dependents in various provinces. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-27: Philippines boosts funding for OFW repatriation and welfare The Philippine government is increasing funding for the DMW and OWWA, proposing an P11.6 billion budget to enhance emergency repatriation and welfare services for overseas Filipino workers. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-boosts-funding-for-ofw-repatriation-and-welfare ### 2026-08-25: Department of Migrant Workers seeks P11.62 billion for 2027 budget The Philippine Department of Migrant Workers seeks P11.62 billion for 2027 to support OFWs, while expanding regional service access through the Kabalikat program in Northern Mindanao. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/department-of-migrant-workers-seeks-p1162-billion-for-2027-budget --- Cite as: Philippine migrant worker welfare and budget planning. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/philippine-migrant-worker-welfare-and-budget-planning