DMW-DC-05-2026 — GUIDELINES ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE LINANGIN ANG KAKAYAHAN SA KABUHAYAN AWARD (LIKHA)

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DEPARTMENT CIRCULAR NO. 0 5

Series of 2026

GUIDELINES ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE LINANGIN ANG KAKAYAHAN

SA KABUHAYAN AWARD (LIKHA)

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 17 of Republic Act No. 11641, otherwise known as the Department of Migrant Workers Act ("DMW Act"), the Department shall develop and implement a full-cycle and comprehensive national reintegration program for both documented and undocumented Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) embedded in all stages of migration for work, beginning from pre-deployment, during on-site employment, and upon return, whether voluntary or involuntary, covering the economic, social, psychosocial, gender-responsive, and cultural dimensions of support, including skills certification and recognition of equivalency for effective employment services, and ensuring contribution to national development through investments and the transfer of technology from skilled or professional OFWs;

WHEREAS,pursuant to Section 19 of the DMW Act, the National Reintegration Center for OFWs (NRCO) is merged and consolidated as part of the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW);

WHEREAS, pursuant to Rule XIl, Section36(Full-cycle National Reintegration Program) of the Implementing Rules and Regulations of the DMW Act the NRCO shall serve as the lead office of the Department in developing and implementing a full-cycle and comprehensive national reintegration program;

WHEREAS, Rule XII, Section 36 of the IRR further mandates the NRCO to undertake a menu of basic reintegration services, including the development, tailoring, and continuous enhancement of reintegration programs, services, and initiatives responsive to the needs of returning OFWs, whether documented or undocumented, aimed at harnessing their financial capital to contribute to the economic and social development of their families and communities, including start-up assistance, enterprise incubation, and access to credit to help overcome barriers to business formation;

WHEREAS, Rule VII, Section 19.8 specifies that one of the functions of the DMW Regional Office (RO) is the provision of reintegration assistance to OFWs;

otherwise known as the Manual of Operations, Policies, and Guidelines for the WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Order No. 04, Series"of 2025,

framework and guidelines issued by the NRCO, develop and implement on-site thereof, the Migrant Workers Offices reintegrationpreparedness Migrant Workers Office, Part G (Reintegration Preparedness), particularly Section 96 proarams (MWOs) shall, guided by the reintegration and activities for OFWs duringtheir employment to prepare them for their eventual voluntary or involuntary return to their DEPARTMENT ofamilie$communities, and Philippine society;

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WHEREAS,pursuant to Chapter XIII, Section 65 of Republic Act No. 12021 otherwise known as the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers, a full-cycle and comprehensive national reintegration program for seafarers shall likewise be developedand implemented across all stages of migration for work, from pre-deployment to on-site employment and upon voluntary or involuntary return. covering economic, social, psychosocial, and cultural support, including skills

development through investments and the transfer of technology; certification and recognition of equivalency, and ensuring their contribution to national

and/or distressed OFWs; operationalized the implementation of the Livelihood Program for OFWs for Reintegration (LPOR), a program designed for returned undocumented, displaced, WHEREAS, pursuant to Department Circular No. 02, Series of 2023, the NRCO

interventions that facilitate re-entry into economic life and the establishment of WHEREAs, the economic dimension of reintegration support includes

sustainable livelihoods;

preparedness and the pursuit of viable and sustainable business ventures upon their Business Plan Competition is a program developed by the NRCO for documented OFWs to encourage and support entrepreneurial initiatives as part of reintegration WHEREAS, the Linangin ang Kakayahan sa Kabuhayan Award (LIKHA)

return;

hereby issued: LIKHA Business Plan Competition for documented OFWs, the following guidelines are WHEREFORE, to guarantee the effective and successful implementation of the

DEFINITION OF TERMS ARTICLE I

meanings whenever used in these Guidelines: Unless otherwise specified, the following terms shall have the following

Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) - refers to a Filipino who is to be engaged, is engaged, or has been engaged in remunerated activity in a country of which he or she is not an immigrant, citizen, or permanent resident, or is not awaiting naturalization, recognition, or admission, whether land-based or sea-based, regardless of status; excluding a Filipino engaged under a government-recognized

employment but has yet to leave the Philippines, regardless of status, and covers in remunerated activity includes one who has been contracted for overseas "Overseas Contract Workers". The term "OFW" "is synonymous to. "Migrant Worker" exchange visitor program for cultural and educational purposes. A person engaged

Documented OFW -- refers to an OFW whose employment documents have been processed through the Department of Migrant Workers.

with the assistance of government and other duty bearers (including the private sector and development non-government organizations), returns to his or her home Reintegration - refers to the holistic process by which an OFW, on his or her own or

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or interventions geared toward specific needs, goals, interests, capacities, and origin permanently, comfortably, and productively, through a series of preparations

potentials.

OWWA -- refers to the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration.

OWWA Member -- refers to an OFW with a paid contribution or membership fee with the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), classified as:

(a) Active Member -- an OFW whose last contribution payment is still within the two-year membership period; and

(b) Non-active Member - an OFW whose two-year membership coverage period has expired.

NRcO -- refers to the National Reintegration Center for OFWs

NMP -- refers to the National Maritime Polytechnic

MWO -- refers to the Migrant Workers Office

RO -- refers to the Regional Office.

a merchant marine vessel plying international waters or other sea-based craft of a OFW Seafarer -- refers to an OFW engaged in employment in any capacity on board

similar category. This includes fishers onboard commercial fishing vessels operating in international waters or as defined under relevant maritime conventions, cruise ship personnel, yacht crew, personnel serving on mobile offshore and drilling units in the high seas, and other persons similarly situated.

Business Plan - refers to a written document prepared by an OFW that presents a proposed business idea intended to be established.

Seed Capital -- refers to initial funding or a grant provided to individuals to start a microenterprise or livelihood activity.

reintegration that equips OFWs and their families with sustainable income opportunities through livelihood grants, starter kits, business mentoring, skills-based Kabuhayan Reintegration - enterprises, and employment facilitation, thereby ensuring financial capacity inclusive growth, and long-term reintegration sustainability - refers to the economic empowerment strand of

DESCRIPTION ARTICLE II

The LIKHA is a Business Plan Competition organized by the NRCO. This

encourage and support returning OFWs in developing sustainable business initiative forms part of the Kabuhayan Reintegration Program, which aims to

endeavors

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facilitate their transition into entrepreneurship upon their return to the Philippines. OFWs by equipping them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and resources to The competition aims to support the successful full-cycle reintegration of

and one (1) special edition, collectively referred to as the LIKHA Series: The LIKHA business plan competition consists of three (3) main components

1. LIKHAng Kababaihan is designed for women OFW returnees. This innovative business plans. It also offers business coaching, mentorship, and the provision of seed capital. series provides a platform for female OFWs to develop and showcase

2. LIKHAng Marino is for OFW seafarer returnees whether male or female. This series serves as a platform for OFW seafarers to develop

mentorship, and the provision of seed capital. and present innovative business plans. It also offers business coaching,

3. LIKHA Global is for OFWs currently deployed at their respective job

sites abroad. This series serves as a platform for active OFWs to develop sustainable livelihood projects in preparation for their eventual reintegration in the Philippines. Beyond showcasing innovative business ideas, the program also provides opportunities for business coaching, mentorship, and the provision of seed capital.

4. LIKHA Special Edition, may be offered/conducted for a specific sector

and/or purpose, as proposed/recommended by the NRCO.

OBJECTIVES ARTICLE II

The LIKHA Business Plan Competition shall have the following objectives:

1. To promote entrepreneurial initiatives among documented OFWs and their reintegration. families by encouraging the establishment of micro, small, and sustainable business enterprises as part of reintegration preparedness and long-term

2. To provide support mechanisms for the development and advancement of entrepreneurship among documented OFWs and their families.

3. To strengthen entrepreneurial capacity by equipping documented OFWs and

their families with the necessary knowledge, skills, and competencies to successfully establish and manage business ventures.

ARTICLE IV

MECHANICS,AWARDS AND SEED CAPITAL ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) for reintegration, shall issue the det@e The National Reintegration Center for OFWs (NRCO), as the lead office of the

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mechanics of the LIKHA Business Plan Competition. These shall include, but shal not be limited to, the eligibility criteria, application procedures, evaluation and selection processes, proposed funding and seed capital allocation, implementation timelines, and monitoring and reporting mechanisms.

The mechanics for the LIKHA Series are attached hereto as follows:

1.LIKHAng Kababaihan (Annex A);

2.LIKHAng Marino (Annex B); and

3.LIKHA Global (Annex C)

the NRCO subject to the approval of the Secretary. Mechanics for the conduct of the LIKHA Special Edition shall be designed by

ARTICLE V IMPLEMENTATION

the implementation of the LIKHA Series: The following Bureaus, Services and Offices (B/S/O) shall be responsible for

National Reintegration Center for OFWs

The NRCO shall be responsible for the following:

a. Serve as the LIKHA Program Manager and act as the Secretariat of the

National Screening Committee;

b. Oversee the implementation of the LIKHA Business Plan Competition in coordination with DMW ROs and MWOs;

C. Recommend supplementary procedures or mechanics to further

fine-tune program implementation, as necessary; and

d. Provide ROs and MWOs with relevant information, including updated

templates for periodic monitoring reports and related data management requirements.

Regional Offices

All DMW ROs shall be responsible for the following:

a Conduct the Initial evaluation of eligible LIKHAng Kababaihan and

b Identify and select regional winners during the regional screening LIKHAng Marino applicants;

rounds for LIKHAng Kababaihan and Marino;

c. Submit the list of LIKHAng Kababaihan and LIKHAng Marino regional winners to the NRCO:

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d. Provide mentoring support to LIKHAng Kababaihan and LIKHAng Marino regional winners during the LIKHA Business Bootcamp National Competition, and Awarding activities;

e. Monitor LIKHAng Kababaihan and LIKHAng Marino regional and national winners within their respective areas of jurisdiction;

f Refer LIKHAng Kababaihan and Marino applicants to

National Reintegration Network (NRN) partners and other stakeholders for possible reintegration assistance; and

g. Promote LIKHAng Kababaihan and LIKHAng Marino within. their respective areas of jurisdiction and through relevant platforms.

Migrant Workers Offices

All DMW MWOs shall be responsible for the following

a. Evaluate eligible LIKHA Global applicants and select MWO winners during

the overseas screening rounds;

b.Endorse LIKHA Global MWO winners to the NRCO; and

C. Promote LIKHA Global within their respective areas of jurisdiction and

through relevant platforms.

MONITORING, REPORTING AND EVALUATION ARTICLE VI

The MWOs and ROs shall conduct regular monitoring of LIKHA winners, including the submission of monitoring reports and documentation of success stories. They shall provide periodic updates to the NRCO on the status of the LIKHA winners' business operations.

Initial monitoring shall be conducted three (3) months after the release of seeo capital to ensure proper implementation of the approved business plan. Thereafter, the DMW Regional Offices, through the Welfare and Reintegration

verify compliance with approved proposals and to identify additional interventions Services Division (WRSD), shall conduct quarterly monitoring of all business plans to

necessary to sustain business operations.

The NRCO, as Program Manager, shall conduct regular field visits to assess the business operations of LIKHA winners. These visits may include on-site

the Kabuhayan Reintegration Program and to formulate recommendations for inspections and/or consultations with LIKHA winners to evaluate the overall impact of program enhancement.

A centralized database shall be developed, maintained, and managed by the

track the progress of all LIKHA winners, including business performance NRCO, with the help of the Management Information Technology Services (MITS), to

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submitted reports. This database shall facilitate efficient monitoring, documentation, and generation of reportorial requirements to support evidence-based decision- making and continuous program improvement.

REVIEW, AMENDMENT OR REVISION ARTICLE VII

the successful reintegration of OFWs by the NRCO to ensure their continued relevance, effectiveness, and alignment with the objectives of the LIKHA Business Plan Competition. Any necessary amendments updates, or revisions may be issued by the NRCO, subject to the approval of the Secretary, as deemed appropriate, to enhance program implementation and promote These Guidelines, including their Annexes, shall be subject to periodic review

FUND SOURCE ARTICLEVIII

Guidelines shall be charged against the funds of the NRCO, and the management and administrative expenses may be charged under the respective available budgets of The budgetary reguirements for the implementation of the Program under these

the MWOs and ROs. The budget for seed capital and awards shall be sourced from the budget of the NRCO subject to existing laws, rules, and regulations.

All fund disbursement for the LIKHA Business Plan Competition shall be subject to the applicable budgeting, accounting and auditing rules and regulations.

EFFECTIVITY ARTICLE IX

This Department Circular shall take effect immediately and supersedes all previous issuances inconsistent herewith.

HANS LEO J.CACDAC

Date: MAR 0 6 2026 Secretary

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ANNEX A

LIKHAng KABABAIHAN COMPETITION MECHANICS

A. Eligibility Criteria and Disqualification

Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) who meet all the following criteria: LIKHAng Kababaihan Business Plan Competition is open to documented female

b. Must not currently own, operate, or be affiliated with any formal or registered c. Since returning to the Philippines, must not have traveled overseas for a.Female OFWs who returned to the Philippines on or after 30 December 2021 business venture in the Philippines; and employment and must be permanently settled in the Philippines.

Disqualification:

The following shall be disqualified from participating:

a. Applicants who are recipients of any NRCO Kabuhayan program, including but not limited to:

IN I V Livelihood Development Assistance Program (LDAP) Tulong PUSO (TP) NRCO-Integrated Seafarers of the Philippines(ISP)Business Balik Pinay,Balik Hanapbuhay(BPBH) Sa Pinas,Ikaw ang Ma'am/Sir (SPIMS)

b. Returned female OFWs employed by the Philippine government or engaged c. Returned female OFWs who are relatives up to the fourth (4th degree of personnel of the following government agencies: consanguinity or affinity of employees or job order/contract of service under job order or contract of service arrangements;and Vi. i Linangin ang Kakayahan sa Kabuhayan Award (LIKHA) Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Plan Competition

I. I. Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP) OFW Hospital

B. Submission of Entries:

LIKHA Online Portal. The following documentary requirements shall be uploaded: Qualified OFWs shall submit their complete application entries through the

c. Copy of passport or travel document; a. Duly accomplished Application Form; b. Signed Declaration Form;

d.Proof of latest arrival; e.Business Model Canvas;and Barangay Certification stating that no existing business is registered under business. the applicant's name and that the applicant is not affiliated with any

C. Regional Screening Round:

composed of the following: Each regional office shall constitute a Regional LIKHA Committee (RLC)

c.Secretariat: LIKHA Focal Person b. Members: a. Chairperson: Regional Director iii.Two (2) NRN Relevant Partners (e.g. DTI, TESDA) i.Head of the Welfare Reintegration Services Division WRSD) ii.Head of the Finance and Administrative Division (FAD)

criteria: The panel of judges shall select the Regional Winners based on the following

a. Quality of the business plan (40 points) b.Feasibility of the business (40 points) c.Presentation (20 points) A total of 100 points shall be used in determining the Regional Winners.

the Department's official social communication platforms. region in the national rounds. Regional Winners shall be officially announced through The RLC shall determine the LIKHA Regional Winner who shall represent the

D. National Business Bootcamp:

Business Mentoring Bootcamp, consisting of mentoring or coaching sessions designed to enhance their business plans. Regional Winners shall participate in the LIKHAng Kababaihan National

shall result in disgualification and forfeiture of seed capital. Attendance in all sessions of the bootcamp is mandatory. Failure to attend

funds. and accommodation expenses related to the bootcamp shall be charged to available guide and support its Regional Winner throughout the bootcamp. All travel, meals Each region shall designate one (1) mentor, preferably from the WRSD, to

business plan through a business pitch before a panel of judges. At the conclusion of the bootcamp, each Regional Winner shall present her

E. National Selection Committee:

composed of representatives from the following: The National LIKHAng Kababaihan Selection Committee (NLKSC) shall be

b. Members: a. Chairperson: Department of Migrant Workers

i. Overseas Workers Welfare Administration ii. Department of Trade and Industry iii. Three (3) NRN Relevant Partners

National Winners shall be selected based on the following criteria:

b. Feasibility of the business (30 points) a.Quality of the business plan (30 points) c.Presentation (40 points) A total of 100 points shall be used in determining the National Winners F.Awards and Seed Capital:

The awards and seed capital for winning entries shall be as follows:

a Best Business Plan -- PHP100,000.00 and a trophy Regional winners:

b. National winners: LIKHAng Kababaihan Best Business Plan-PHP500,000.00 2nd Runner-up-PHP 200,000.00 1st Runner-up-PHP 300,000.00

DECLARATION LIKHA Business Plan Competition

Address], do hereby freely and voluntarily declare the following in connection with my by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW): participation in the LIKHAng KABABAIHAN Business Plan Competition,organized I, [Full Name of OFW], Filipino, of legal age, and a resident of [Complete

1. I am a former Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) and was last employed as a [Job Title/Position] in [Country of Employment];

2. I returned to the Philippines on [Date of Return],and since then,I have not left the country to work overseas or for any employment-related purpose;

3. I do not currently own, manage, or operate any business, either as an individual or as part of a partnership, corporation, or any registered or unregistered enterprise;

4. I have not received any support or assistance from the following livelihood programs of the National Reintegration Center for OFWs (NRCO):

2 3 4. 5. 1 (Tulong PUSO) Livelihood Development Assistance Program (LDAP) Balik Pinay,Balik Hanapbuhay Program (BPBH) Sa Pinas,Ikaw ang Ma'am/Sir Program (SPIMS) Tulong Pangkabuhayan sa Pag-unlad ng Samahang OFWs NRCO - Integrated Seafarers of the Philippines (ISP)

6. Linangin ang Kakayahan sa Kabuhayan Award (LIKHA) Business Plan Competition

5. I am not currently employed by the Philippine government, whether as a I am also not related by consanguinity or affinity up to the fourth civil degree to any employee or personnel of the following agencies: permanent, contractual, job order, or contract of service worker.

2 4. 3. 1. OFW Hospital National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP) Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) Department of Migrant Workers (DMW)

6. I am voluntarily participating in the LIKHA Business Plan Competition and fully understand all the program guidelines and requirements;

7. The business plan I am submitting is my original work. It has never been published, submitted, or used in any other competition, funding program, or similar undertaking;

8. All personal and work-related information I have submitted is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge.I am prepared to submit any additional documents upon request;

9. I commit to actively participate in all phases of the competition, including

orientations, interviews, evaluations, and mentoring sessions.

10.If selected as a winner,I also commit to complete all post-competition trainings and development programs provided by the DMW;

11.If awarded,I will use the prize or grant solely for the purpose of establishing and running the business I proposed in my submitted plan,and not for any other purpose.I guarantee that the business will operate legally,ethically, and in

accordance with public morals and good customs;

12.1 agree to submit progress and financial reports every six (6) months, or as required by the DMW, detailing the business' implementation, development, and use of funds;

13.I give my informed consent for the collection, processing, and use of my for the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the competition, and in compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012; personal data by the DMW, its representatives, and its program partners, solely

14.I grant permission to the DMW, its representatives,and its partners,to use the

following,without need for further consent or compensation, for documentation publicity, or promotional purposes:

a. My name, photo,and likeness b. My submitted business plan or parts of it c. Interviews, testimonials, or recordings of my participation 15.1 shall retain ownership of my business idea but grant the DMW and its authorized representatives the right to use, reproduce, and share portions of

public awareness, with appropriate credit and attribution given; my submission for non-commercial purposes, such as education, training, or

16.I agree to comply fully with all rules and conditions of the competition.l understand that any violation, including the submission of false information or potential legal action by the DMW; misuse of funds, may result in disqualification, forfeiture of any award, and

17.I have carefully read,understood,and accept all the contents of the LIKHAng KABABAIHAN Business Plan Competition Participant's Pack, including the Contest Mechanics, Entry Form, Business Model Canvas, and this Declaration

18.I am signing this declaration voluntarily,with full awareness of its meaning, legal consequences, and binding effect.

IN WITNESs WHEREOF, I have hereunto signed this Declaration on this -- day of 22 Philipoines

Signature over Printed Name of Participant

ANNEX B

LIKHAng MARINO COMPETITION MECHANICS

A. Eligibility Criteria and Disqualification LIKHAng Marino is open to documented OFW seafarer returnees who meet all the following criteria:

a b. C. Must not currently own, operate, or be affiliated with any formal or OFW seafarers who returned to the Philippines on or after 30 December2021; Since returning to the Philippines, must not have traveled overseas for registered business venture in the Philippines; and

Philippines. employment purposes and must be permanently settled in the

Disqualification:

The following shall be disqualified from participating:

b.Returned OFW seafarers employed by the Philippine government or c. Returned OFWs seafarers who are relatives up to the fourth (4th) degree a. Applicants must not be a recipient of any NRCO Kabuhayan program, of consanguinity or affinity of employees or job orderlcontract of service including but not limited to: engaged under job order or contract of service arrangements; personnel from the following government agencies: V IN. I I V I. Linangin ang Kakayahan sa Kabuhayan Award (LIKHA) Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) NRCO - Integrated Seafarers of the Philippines (ISP) National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP) OFW Hospital Livelihood Development Assistance Program (LDAP) Balik Pinay,Balik Hanapbuhay(BPBH) Sa Pinas,Ikaw ang Ma'am/Sir(SPIMS) Tulong PUSO(TP) Business Plan Competition Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA)

B. Submission of Entries:

LIKHA Online Portal. The following documentary requirements shall be uploaded: Qualified OFWs shall submit their complete application entries through the

c. Copy of passport or travel document; d. Proof of latest arrival; a. Duly accomplished Application Form; b. Signed Declaration Form;

e. Business Model Canvas; and f. Barangay Certification stating that no existing business is registered under business. the applicant's name and that the applicant is not affiliated with any

C. Regional Screening Round:

composed of the following: Each Regional Office shall constitute a Regional LIKHA Committee (RLC

a.Chairperson: Regional Director b.Members: c.Secretariat: LIKHA Focal Person iiiTwo 2)NRN Relevant Partners e.g.DTI,TESDA I I Head of the Welfare Reintegration Services Division (WRSD) Head of the Finance and Administrative Division (FAD)

The panel of judges shall select the Regional Winners based on the following criteria:

b.Feasibility of the business (40 points) c. Presentation (20 points) a. Quality of the business plan (40 points)

A total of 100 points shall be used in determining the Regional Winners.

region in the national rounds. Regional Winners shall be officially announced through the Department's official communication platforms The RLC shall determine the LIKHA Regional Winner who shall represent the

D. National Business Bootcamp:

Mentoring Bootcamp, consisting of mentoring and coaching sessions designed to enhance their business plans. Regional Winners shall participate in the LIKHAng Marino National Business

shall result in disqualification and forfeiture of seed capital. Attendance in all sessions of the bootcamp is mandatory. Failure to attend

guide and support their Regional Winner throughout the bootcamp. All travel, meals, funds. and accommodation expenses related to the bootcamp shall be charged to available Each region shall designate one (1) mentor, preferably from the WRSD, to

business plans through a business pitch before a panel of judges. At the conclusion of the bootcamp, each Regional Winner shall present his/her

E. National Selection Committee:

composed of representatives from the following: The National LIKHAng Marino Selection Committee (NLMSC) shall be

a.Chairperson: Department of Migrant Workers b. Members:

i. Overseas Workers Welfare Administration

ii.Three (3) NRN Relevant Partners ii. Department of Trade and Industry

National Winners shall be selected based on the following criteria: a.Quality of the business plan (30 points) b.Feasibility of the business (30 points) c. Presentation (40 points)

A total of 100 points shall be used in determining the National Winners

F. Awards and Seed Capital:

The awards and seed capital for winning entries shall be as follows

a Regional winners: Best Business Plan -- PHP100,000.00 and a trophy

b. National winners:

2nd Runner-up -- PHP 200,000.00 1st Runner-up-PHP 300,000.00 LIKHAng Marino Best Business Plan -PHP500,000.00

DECLARATION LIKHA Business Plan Competition

participation in the LiKHAng MARINO Business Plan Competition, organized by the Address], do hereby freely and voluntarily declare the following in connection with my Department of Migrant Workers (DMW): I, [Full Name of OFW], Filipino, of legal age, and a resident of [Complete

1.I am a former Overseas Filipino Worker(OFW) seafarer

2. I returned to the Philippines on [Date of Return], and since then, I have not left the country to work overseas or for any employment-related purpose;

3. I do not currently own,manage,or operate any business,either as an individual or as part of a partnership, corporation, or any registered or unregistered enterprise;

4. I have not received any support or assistance from the following livelihood programs of the National Reintegration Center for OFWs (NRCO):

D 2. b C Tulong Pangkabuhayan sa Pag-unlad ng Samahang Livelihood Development Assistance Program (LDAP) Balik Pinay,Balik Hanapbuhay Program(BPBH) Sa Pinas,Ikaw ang Ma'am/Sir Program (SPIMS)

E O NRCO - Integrated Seafarers of the Philippines (ISP) Linangin ang Kakayahan sa Kabuhayan Award (LIKHA) Business Plan Competition OFWs(Tulong PUSO)

5. I am not currently employed by the Philippine government, whether as a permanent, contractual, job order, or contract of service worker I am also not related by consanguinity or affinity up to the fourth civil degree to any employee or personnel of the following agencies:

a. d. C. 6 National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP) Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA OFW Hospital

6. I am voluntarily participating in the LIKHA Business Plan Competition and fully understand all the program guidelines and requirements;

7. The business plan I am submitting is my original work. It has never been published, submitted, or used in any other competition, funding program, or similar undertaking;

8. All personal and work-related information I have submitted is true,accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I am prepared to submit any additional documents upon request:

9. I commit to actively participate in all phases of the competition, including orientations, interviews, evaluations, and mentoring sessions.

10.If selected as a winner, I also commit to complete all post-competition trainings and development programs provided by the DMW;

11.If awarded, I will use the prize or grant solely for the purpose of establishing and running the business I proposed in my submitted plan, and not for any in accordance with public morals and good customs; other purpose. I guarantee that the business will operate legally, ethically, and

12.1 agree to submit progress and financial reports every six (6) months, or as and use of funds; required by the DMW, detailing the business' implementation, development,

13.l give my informed consent for the collection, processing, and use of my for the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the competition, and in personal data by the DMW, its representatives, and its program partners,solely compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012;

14.I grant permission to the DMW,its representatives,and its partners,to use the documentation, publicity, or promotional purposes: following, without need for further consent or compensation, for

a. My name, photo,and likeness b.My submitted business plan or parts of it c. Interviews, testimonials, or recordings of my participation

15.I shall retain ownership of my business idea but grant the DMW and its authorized representatives the right to use, reproduce, and share portions of public awareness, with appropriate credit and attribution given; my submission for non-commercial purposes, such as education, training, or

16.l agree to comply fully with all rules and conditions of the competition. I

understand that any violation, including the submission of false information or misuse of funds, may result in disqualification, forfeiture of any award, and potential legal action by the DMW;

17. I have carefully read, understood, and accept all the contents of the LIKHAng MARINO Business Plan Competition Participant's Pack, including the Contest Mechanics,Entry Form, Business Model Canvas,and this Declaration;

18. I am signing this declaration voluntarily, with full awareness of its meaning, legal conseguences, and binding effect.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto signed this Declaration on this 202 , Philippines o

Signature over Printed Name of Participant

ANNEX C

LIKHA GLOBAL COMPETITION MECHANICS

A. Eligibility Criteria and Disqualification:

LIKHA Giobal Business Plan Competition is open to active and documented respective job sites overseas and who meet all the following criteria: land-based OFWs who are currently employed at their

b. With at least five (5) years of continuous or accumulated overseas d.Must be an active member of the Overseas Workers Welfare a. Presently working abroad; c. Latest overseas deployment must be documented; e. Must not currently own,operate, or be affiliated with any registered or Administration; and, unregistered business venture in the Philippines. employment experience;

Disqualification:

The following shall be disqualified from participating:

b.Employees, job orderlcontract of service personnel, local hires or a. Current local hires of the Philippine Embassy, Philippine Consulate, C. and/or the Migrant Workers Offices (MWO) OFWs who are relatives up to the fourth (4th) degree of consanguinity individuals currently working on a remunerated basis for any government agency, institution, or government-owned or controlled corporation (GOCC); and

or affinity of employees or job order/contract of service personnel including local hires from the following government agencies:

iv. National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP) vi. Service Attaches and Representatives of Other Departments iii. Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) ii. Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) V.OFW Hospital i. Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in the Philippine Foreign Service Posts

B. Submission of Entries:

LIKHA Online Portal. The following documentary requirements shall be uploaded: Qualified OFWs shall submit their complete application entries through the

3.Copy of passport or travel document; 4.Proof of latest arrival; and 1. Duly accomplished Application Form; 2. Signed Declaration Form 5. Business Model Canvas

C. MWO Screening Round

winners based on the following criteria: Each Migrant Workers Office (MWO) shall evaluate submissions and select

b. Feasibility of the business (40 points) a. Quality of the business plan (40 points) c. Presentation (20 points) A total of 100 points shall be used in determining the MWO winner.

Department's official communication platforms. round of competition. Mwo winners shall be announced through the Each MWO shall select one (1) winner to represent the post in the national

D. National Business Bootcamp:

to enhance their business plans. Mentoring Bootcamp, which consists of mentoring and coaching sessions designed MWO winners shall participate in the LIKHA Global National Business

mandatory. Travel, meals, and accommodation expenses related to the bootcamp shall be covered by the DMW-NRCO Attendance in all sessions of the National Business Mentoring Bootcamp is

required business mentoring within a period not exceeding one (1) year, provided that travel and related expenses shall be shouldered by the winner. awarding. Seed capital may still be claimed upon successful completion of the Failure to attend the bootcamp shall result in the deferment of seed capital

E. Selection of Top 12:

undergo a finalists' interview to discuss the business plan before a panel of judges. During the National Business Mentoring Bootcamp, each MWO winner shall

following criteria: The panel of judges shall select the Top Twelve (12) finalist based on the

b. Feasibility of the business (30 points) a. Quality of the business plan (30 points) c. Presentation (40 points) A total of 100 points shall be used in determining the finalists.

F. National Selection Committee:

Bootcamp, the Top Twelve (12) finalists shall present their business plans through a At the conclusion of the LIKHA Global National Business Mentoring

business pitch before a panel of judges. Each business pitch shall not exceed five (5) minutes, followed by a question-and-answer portion.

National winners shall be selected based on the following criteria:

b.Feasibility of the business (30 points) a.Quality of the business plan (30 points)

c.Presentation (40 points) A total of 100 points shall be used in determining the national winners.

G. Awards and Seed Capital:

The awards and seed capital for winning entries shall be as follows:

a.Each MWO winner: PHP100,000.00 and a trophy c. National winners: b.Top 12 finalists: PHP100,000.00

2nd Runner-up--PHP200,000.00 LIKHA Global Best Business Plan-PHP500,000.00 1st Runner-up-PHP300,000.00

LIKHA Business Plan Competition DECLARATION

in the Philippines], do hereby freely and voluntarily declare the following in connection with my participation in the LIKHA GLOBAL Business Plan Competition, organized by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW): I, [Full Name of OFW], Filipino, of legal age, and a resident of [Complete Address

1. I am presently employed as an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW), holding the position of [Job Title/Position] in [Country of Employment], and I am currently residing at [Complete Address at Country of Employment]

2. I have been working overseas since [Year Deployed], and to date, I have accumulated a total of [Number of Years as an OFw] years of overseas employment experience.

3. I do not currently own, manage, or operate any business, either as an individual or as part of a partnership, corporation, or any registered or unregistered enterprise in the Philippines and abroad;

4. I am not currently employed by the Philippine government, whether as a permanent,contractual,job order,or contract of service worker. I am also not related by consanguinity or affinity up to the fourth civil degree to any employee or personnel of the following agencies: a. Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) b. D. C O National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP) Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) OFW Hospital

I Service Attaches and Representatives of Other Departments in the

Philippine Foreign Service Posts

5. I am voluntarily participating in the LIKHA Business Plan Competition and fully understand all the program guidelines and requirements;

6. The business plan I am submitting is my original work. It has never been published, submitted, or used in any other competition, funding program, or similar undertaking;

7. All personal and work-related information I have submitted is true, accurate additional documents upon request; and complete to the best of my knowledge. I am prepared to submit any

8. I commit to actively participate in all phases of the competition, including orientations, interviews, evaluations, and mentoring sessions.

9. IF selected as a winner, I also commit to complete all post-competition trainings and development programs provided by the DMW and its attached agencies;

10.IF awarded,I will use the prize or grant solely for the purpose of establishing and running the business I proposed in my submitted plan,and not for any other purpose. I guarantee that the business will operate legally, ethically, and in accordance with public morals and good customs;

11.1 agree to submit progress and financial reports every six (6) months, or as required by the DMW, detailing the business' implementation, development, and use of funds;

12.l give my informed consent for the collection, processing, and use of my personal data by the DMW, its representatives, and its program partners, solely for the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the competition, and in compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012;

13.I grant permission to the DMW, its representatives, and its partners to use the following, without need for further consent or compensation, for documentation, publicity, or promotional purposes:

c.Interviews, testimonials, or recordings of my participation a. My name, photo, and likeness b.My submitted business plan or parts of it

14.I shall retain ownership of my business idea but grant the DMW and its authorized representatives the right to use,reproduce,and share portions of my submission for non-commercial purposes, such as education, training, or public awareness,with appropriate credit and attribution given;

15.l agree to fully comply with all rules and conditions of the competition. l misuse of funds, may result in disqualification, forfeiture of any award, and understand that any violation, including the submission of false information or potential legal action by the DMW;

16.I have carefully read, understood, and accept all the contents of the LIKHA Mechanics, Entry Form, Business Model Canvas, and this Declaration; GLOBAL Business Plan Competition Guidelines including the Contest

17. I am signing this declaration voluntarily, with full awareness of its meaning, legal consequences, and binding effect.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto signed this Declaration on this ---day of 202t Philippines.

Signature over Printed Name of Participant