The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is actively addressing the needs of individuals affected by disasters, particularly the youth and children, due to the recent consecutive storms that hit the country. Disaster Response Management Group (DRMG) Asst. Secretary Irene Dumlao said on Thursday (November 14) the DSWD distributed diapers to families with children continue reading : DSWD maximizes interventions for disaster-hit children, youth
DSWD affirms strong monitoring mechanism for 4Ps beneficiaries
An official of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has assured that the agency has effective monitoring mechanisms to ensure compliance among its beneficiaries. “Mayroon kasi tayong naka-assign na case manager in every household so sya yung bumibisita, sya yung tumitingin kung ang mga bata ay continue reading : DSWD affirms strong monitoring mechanism for 4Ps beneficiaries
DSWD chief orders prepositioning of more food packs to Northern Luzon amid TS Ofel
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian on Wednesday (November 13) ordered the prepositioning of more family food packs (FFPs) in Northern Luzon as Tropical Storm Ofel continues to threaten the area. Secretary Gatchalian noted that the current track of ST Ofel as well as the simmering Pepito were similar to the continue reading : DSWD chief orders prepositioning of more food packs to Northern Luzon amid TS Ofel
DSWD receives UNTV’s Public Service Award
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) was among the awardees of the UNTV’s Public Service Award for the social protection agency’s “unwavering commitment, dedication, and exemplary service to underprivileged communities.” DSWD Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao accepted a plaque of recognition on behalf of the Department during the broadcast station’s 20th Anniversary celebration held continue reading : DSWD receives UNTV’s Public Service Award
DSWD gives cash aid to 53K low-income mall employees in NCR
Over 53,000 low-income and minimum-wage earners employed at the four major malls in Metro Manila received cash assistance through the Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP) from the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s (DSWD) Field Office-National Capital Region (NCR). The DSWD-NCR distributed the AKAP financial aid at the SM Mall of Asia, continue reading : DSWD gives cash aid to 53K low-income mall employees in NCR
DSWD always ready with food packs, non-food relief items amid series of typhoons
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is always ready to provide family food packs (FFPs) and non-food relief items to concerned local government units (LGUs) which were severely affected by the series of typhoons that hit the country recently. DSWD Secretary Gatchalian said on Tuesday (November 12) the agency’s Disaster Response Management Group continue reading : DSWD always ready with food packs, non-food relief items amid series of typhoons
DSWD chief urges agency personnel to draw inspiration from Christmas Tree lighting
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian led the traditional Christmas Tree lighting ceremony at the DSWD Central Office compound in Quezon City on Monday (November 11). The event marks the start of the agency’s celebration for this year’s Christmas season. During the ceremony, the DSWD chief said the lighting event, although continue reading : DSWD chief urges agency personnel to draw inspiration from Christmas Tree lighting
DSWD distributes cash aid to 17K mall workers
Approximately 17,000 mall employees are expected to receive financial assistance from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) through the Ayuda Para sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP). On Tuesday (November 12), personnel of the DSWD Field Office-National Capital Region (NCR) distributed Php5,000 cash aid to each of the beneficiaries under the AKAP program continue reading : DSWD distributes cash aid to 17K mall workers
DSWD cites strong partnership with Eastern Samar LGU during anniversary
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has cited the local government unit (LGU) of Eastern Samar, headed by Governor Ben Evardone, for the LGU’s active involvement in the successful implementation of the agency’s programs throughout the province. During his speech at the 59th Founding Anniversary of Eastern Samar last November 9, DSWD Undersecretary continue reading : DSWD cites strong partnership with Eastern Samar LGU during anniversary
DSWD enhances inter-field office collab amid series of typhoons
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has activated an inter-field office human resource augmentation program in response to the recent series of typhoons that hit the country. This measure underscores the DSWD’s commitment to the well-being of its frontline personnel, ensuring their continuous and effective disaster response, according to Disaster Response Management Group continue reading : DSWD enhances inter-field office collab amid series of typhoons