My name is Analee, I’m 47 years of age and one of 11 siblings. I was born in the Philippines and am a graduate of secondary school. I didn’t proceed to college because my parents couldn't afford to pay for the tuition after they were scammed by relatives after they sold their 2-hectares coconut farm and ended up with nothing. I was married in 1995 and blessed with five children, three boys and two girls. They are all grown up and now I’m a Grandma of lovely 7 months old twin girls. 

I decided to work overseas to prove to them that I can raise my children and give them a good and successful life. Being a single mom is very difficult and even more difficult to work and live far from my children. I don’t give up hope that everything will change soon and I’m determined to survive and overcome the challenges I’ll face. I was brought by my employer from the middle east to London. where I managed to escape after suffering from abuse and exploitation.

I've been an active member of VODW since February 2019. I found help from this community as they referred me to the NRM and offered free English classes. It's a big help to speak English well and it boosts my confidence. The perfect timing came and now I have become one of the Future Voices 2023 and I believe this programme will hone my skills and ability to pursue my goals and help my fellow migrant domestic workers to be empowered!