Lakbay-Aral Program

Lakbay-Aral is a program of the Commission on Filipinos Overseas to enable children of Filipino immigrants to trace their roots and rediscover their rich Filipino heritage. First implemented in 1983, it consists of a two-week travel study program to the Philippines for children of Filipino immigrants between 15 to 25 years old.

I. Features of the Program

II. Requirements

III. Fees

I. Features of the Program

The program has been designed to help Filipino youth overseas acquire a better appreciation of the socio-cultural, political and natural environment of the land of their forebears. Activities include:

1. Field tours to historical landmarks and scenic spots with on-site lectures

2. Exposure to Filipino traditions, arts and crafts

3. Interaction with Filipino students, key government officials, and members of Filipino community

II. Requirements

To confirm participation to the program, the following requirements should be forwarded to the Secretariat: 1. Completed application form

2. Non-refundable confirmation fee of US$ 50.00 (The amount is deductible from the total program cost)

III. Fees

Program fee may vary depending on the itinerary chosen by participants. The program fee will cover the following expenses: 1. all inland transportation

2. food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

3. hotel accommodation

4. learning materials

5. accident and medical insurance for the duration of the program

6. guided tours

Special Lakbay-Aray programs can be arranged for a group of at leas 15 participants

Application forms may be requested through the:
The Secretariat
Lakbay Aral Program
Commission on Filipinos Overseas
7/F Citigold Center, 1345 Quirino Ave. cor. South Superhighway
Manila, Philippines
E-mail address: cfodfa@info.com.ph