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‘We wished she was rescued’ – kin of OFW found dead in Saudi

“For almost a year, we only wished for Marilyn to be rescued but they have done nothing until my sister died.”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Jul 20, 2015

5 out of 10 people think govt aid to Mary Jane insufficient – survey

An independent survey revealed that five out of 10 people thought the government did not give enough aid to Mary Jane Veloso, the Filipina in death row in Indonesia.

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Jul 15, 2015

#SaveMaryJane | ‘Delay will not come from prosecution’ – De Lima

“We are very concerned to have a speedy trial and a speedy process.”

Bulatlat Contributors | Jul 12, 2015

‘Keep Mary Jane in your prayers’ – Pacquiao

“We also hope that Pacquiao’s visit will shed light on the slow pace of the human trafficking case against those who victimized Mary Jane.”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Jul 10, 2015

Pacquiao to visit Mary Jane tomorrow

The “People’s Champ” is set to visit Mary Jane Veloso, the Filipina on death row in Indonesia.

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Jul 9, 2015

DOJ finds probable cause vs Mary Jane recruiters

“We have maintained at the onset that the charges against Sergio et al are solid. We celebrate this good news with Mary Jane, the Velosos, and all supporters of the #SaveMaryJane campaign around the world."

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Jul 9, 2015

Abducted OFW found in Saudi morgue

“There was clearly no active intervention or urgent action from the Philippine embassies to rescue them despite their dangerous circumstances.”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Jul 9, 2015

Mary Jane’s family hopes she’ll be home by Xmas

“We appeal to the DOJ, no more delays, please.”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Jul 1, 2015

Filipina spared from death row in Kuwait returns home

“All our efforts have not been in vain, and we attribute this victory mainly to their fighting spirit and the collective efforts of friends, supporters and advocates.”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Jun 22, 2015

DFA official apologizes for ‘shortcomings’ in Mary Jane’s case

“This is not just about Mary Jane. We do not want other families to go through the same ordeal. It is painful to be in an island, waiting for my sister’s remains.” - Maritess Veloso-Laurente

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Jun 10, 2015

Veloso family urges DOJ to study evidence well

The case against Mary Jane Veloso’s recruiters Ma. Cristina Sergio and Julius Lacanilao has been submitted for resolution to determine if there is probable cause on the charges of human trafficking, illegal recruitment, and estafa.

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Jun 1, 2015

#SaveMaryJane Alliance launched

"They don't know my daughter, they don't know us, but still, they're helping us.”

Bulatlat Contributors | Jun 1, 2015

Filipina sentenced to death in UAE

Barely a month since the stay of execution of Mary Jane Veloso, Jennifer Dalquez from General Santos City was sentenced to death for killing her employer who tried to rape her.

Janess Ann J. Ellao | May 26, 2015

‘Recruiters took advantage of Mary Jane’ – Veloso family

“Mary Jane is not the hard-headed person that Sergio wants to portray. She is easily frightened, has poor sense of direction and would cry easily especially about things that she is not familiar with.”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | May 26, 2015