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Department of Migrant Workers- Philippines loses Secretary
The Department of Migrant Workers- Philippines has announced the passing of its Secretary Susan “Toots” Ople.
The announcement reads: “It is with great sadness that the Department of Migrant Workers announces the passing of our dearest Secretary Susan “Toots” Ople. Secretary Toots peacefully joined our Creator at around 1PM today, August 22, 2023 surrounded by her family and loved ones.
“We shall be releasing more details soon. For the meantime, we ask for prayers for the eternal repose of the soul of our dear Sec. Toots. We ask as well for prayers for the Ople family.”
IOM Chief of Mission, Philippines, Tristan A. Burnett, described the late Secretary as a tireless advocate for migrant workers and a wonderful human being in her tribute.
“The world has lost a tireless advocate for migrant workers and a wonderful human being today. The IOM team was fortunate to work with, support, and learn from Secretary Ople for many years. Our sincere condolences to her family and her team.”