In 2019, Filipino seafarers sent $6.5 billion to the Philippines in remittances. This year, the numbers drastically dropped as thousands of them were repatriated due to COVID-19 pandemic.
In this video, 5 Filipino cruise ship crew shared their stories on how they are dealing with the global economic crisis.
#SeafarersWillBeBack
#WeWillBeBack
Special thanks to:
Ms. Marissa "Mamalu" Morones
Ms. Elwynn Ocampo
Mr. Ariel "DJ Ariel" Baquillos
Mr. Micah Villena
Mr. Jobert "DJ Joboy" Badayos
Mr. Harry Bayona
Mr. Rich Schwartzenburg
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