Filipina among Hong Kong’s new ‘unsung heroes’

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MANILA, Philippines — A Filipina domestic helper was awarded in the 8th Spirit of Hong Kong Awards on Thursday for her contribution to the Hong Kong community, particularly in her service to fellow domestic workers.

Rodelia Pedro Villar, 42, an OFW from Western Visayas became the first-ever Filipina to clinch the Lion Rock People’s Choice award. Villar was recognized for the support she provided the domestic worker community through Domestic Workers Corner, a group she founded in 2017.

Villar thanked the people who supported her and her group.

“Maraming salamat po. Dahil sa support niyo po ito ang naratingnatin,” she said. “ATIN po ito hindi lang akin. [K]ung wala kayo…w…

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