In this editorial cartoon, the illegal recruitment of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) takes center stage. A cunning crow, symbolizing illegal recruiters, swoops down, snatching an OFW away from the Philippines. The dark silhouette of the crow captures the deceitful nature of illegal recruitment, highlighting the need to protect Filipino workers from the predatory practices that often lead to exploitation and hardship abroad. #FactsFirstPH

About the Cartoonist

Jascyl Jee Sayson, a student at the University of Saint Anthony in Bicol Region, recently clinched the title of champion in Editorial Cartooning (Filipino) at the 2023 National Schools Press Conference in Cagayan de Oro City. Beyond academic pursuits, Jascyl serves as an International Human Rights Ambassador since 2021. Her notable achievements include securing national victories in diverse art competitions such as the BFP Fire Prevention Drawing Contest (2018), Youngsters Best Art (2018-2019), and NYSTESC (2019).