DOHA, 19 Dec 2025 — In a significant move to strengthen professional development opportunities for Filipino workers in Qatar, the Bayanihan ng mga Manggagawa sa Konstruksiyon ng Qatar (BMKQ) formally signed a partnership agreement with DISS, one of the country’s leading providers of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and Management Training.
The agreement was signed by BMKQ President Joseph O. Catarungan and DISS representative Lorylee M. Santos during a ceremony on 19 December 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha Hotel. The event coincided with two major milestones for the group: the launch of the Workers Support and Insurance Fund’s financial literacy program for migrant workers in Qatar, which BMKQ is leading in both development and implementation, and the organisation’s 10th anniversary and general assembly.
Under the new collaboration, DISS will offer exclusive discounted training programs to BMKQ members, particularly in HSE and other essential management courses. These programs are expected to help Filipino workers enhance their qualifications, improve workplace safety awareness, and open doors to career advancement within Qatar’s competitive labor market.
For several years, BMKQ has been at the forefront of empowering Filipino construction workers through livelihood initiatives, scholarship programs, and skills development efforts. These programs have enabled members to pursue additional certifications, broaden their competencies, and secure better opportunities while working abroad.
The new partnership with DISS reinforces BMKQ’s long-standing mission to uplift migrant workers by ensuring they have access to high-quality, industry-recognized training.
The signing ceremony, held during BMKQ’s 10th anniversary celebration, symbolized not only a decade of service but also a renewed commitment to supporting the professional growth and welfare of Filipino workers in Qatar. Leaders from both organizations expressed optimism that the partnership will create lasting impact and further strengthen the culture of safety and excellence within the community.