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DSWD, MVP Group, LGU seal Love Bus partnership for livelihood of persons with disabilities in Pampanga

DSWD, MVP Group, LGU seal Love Bus partnership for livelihood of persons with disabilities in Pampanga The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) formally seals a partnership with the MVP Group of Companies, Global Electronic Transport (GET) Philippines, Inc., and the Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU) of Pampanga for the implementation of the Persons with Disabilities through Electric Transportation Services (PWD-ETS) project in the province during the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing at the MERALCO Boardroom on Friday (September 18). Representing DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian was Field Office (FO) 3 – Central Luzon Regional Director (RD) Venus Rebuldela who joined Manuel V. Pangilinan, Chairman of the MVP Group of Companies; Pampanga Governor Lilia Pineda; Nanay Party-list Representative Florabel Yatco; and other officials from the MVP Group. The partnership will provide qualified persons with disabilities in Pampanga with livelihood opportunities through the PWD-ETS project. Under the project, Sustainable Livelihood Program

DSWD advances PH social protection with 3 innovative programs for vulnerable children, persons with disabilities per PBBM’s directive

DSWD advances PH social protection with 3 innovative programs for vulnerable children, persons with disabilities per PBBM’s directive In line with the instruction of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to address the immediate and development needs of vulnerable sectors, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) launched three innovative social protection programs responsive to the unique needs of children, teens, and persons with disabilities. Asst. Secretary Irene Dumlao, who serves as DSWD spokesperson, said the Department has launched Project SAFE, Enhanced ProtecTEEN program, and Project Aruga to advance social protection initiatives for these vulnerable sectors. “Alinsunod sa utos ni Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos Jr., na palakasin ang social protection programs sa bansa, na siyang naging direktiba din niya noong SONA 2025 na tiyaking naaabot ng gobyerno ang mga pinaka-vulnerable nating kababayan, dumarami na ang mga benepisyaryong nabibigyan ng dagdag na kita, proteksyon, at oportunidad,” Asst. Secretary Dumlao said on Monday

DSWD joins National Disability Rights Week celebration; calls for stronger policies for welfare of persons with disabilities

DSWD joins National Disability Rights Week celebration; calls for stronger policies for welfare of persons with disabilities The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has called for more inclusive and stronger policies to improve the condition of persons with disabilities in the country during the opening ceremony of the 48th National Disability Rights Week’s (NDRW) Legislative Town Hall Meeting on Monday (July 20) at Bayview Park Hotel in Pasay City. Asst. Secretary Zabedin Azis of the DSWD’s Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs Group (LIAG) emphasized the significance of amending existing Philippine laws to make them more responsive to the realities faced by persons with disabilities. “The Philippines has made significant progress in protecting the rights of persons with disabilities through laws such as the Magna Carta for Persons with Disabilities and other important measures. These laws provide a strong foundation, but we also recognize that many Filipinos with disabilities continue

DSWD’s KALAHI-CIDSS disburses over Php11M for TheraFee project for 1,900 persons with disabilities nationwide

DSWD’s KALAHI-CIDSS disburses over Php11M for TheraFee project for 1,900 persons with disabilities nationwide The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has disbursed a total of Php11.31 million for the Therapy-for-Free (TheraFee) project under the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) program which benefitted a total of 1,953 care workers and their families as of June 24 this year. The project was Initially piloted in 2025 in Sibunag, Guimaras; Bingawan, Iloilo; Madalag and New Washington in Aklan; and Valenzuela City, Metro Manila. KALAHI-CIDSS National Program Manager Atty. Bernadette Mapue-Joaquin said this initiative is part of the ongoing efforts by the government in providing assistance to all family caregivers, and supporting persons with disabilities (PWDs) who have greater needs. “Ipinapakita ng expansion sa mga rehiyon ang dedikasyon ng DSWD na kilalanin at suportahan ang pag-aalaga, na matagal nang ginagawa ng mga miyembro ng

DSWD pushes for inclusive, equitable, rights-based development for persons with disabilities in UN conference

DSWD pushes for inclusive, equitable, rights-based development for persons with disabilities in UN conference The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing inclusive, equitable, and rights-based development that leaves no one behind, especially persons with disabilities, during the 19th Session of the Conference of States Parties (#COSP19) to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). The conference, held at the UN Headquarters in New York last June 10, was attended by Undersecretary Evelyn Aribon of the DSWD’s Office of the Secretary Group, Asst. Secretary Irene Dumlao of the Disaster Response Management Group (DRMG), Asst. Secretary Zabedin Azis of the Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs Group (LIAG), National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) Executive Director Glenda Relova, and delegates from other government agencies. Undersecretary Aribon said the Philippines and the DSWD, as the lead social protection agency, recognize the important progress made in

DSWD pushes for stronger protection initiatives for children, persons with disabilities following death of minor in Paranaque

DSWD pushes for stronger protection initiatives for children, persons with disabilities following death of minor in Paranaque The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) condoles with the family of a 14-year-old person with disability who passed away after allegedly being beaten by six fellow minors in Paranaque City. Director Alfrey Gulla of the DSWD’s Protective Services Bureau (PSB) said the death of a child under such circumstances calls for the continuing need to protect vulnerable sectors, particularly children and persons with disabilities, from violence and abuse. “Ang DSWD po ay nakikiramay sa pamilya ng batang pumanaw. Walang bata o sinuman ang dapat nakararanas ng ganitong klaseng trahedya. Every child deserves to grow up in a safe and nurturing environment where their rights and welfare are protected,” Director Gulla said on Thursday (June 11). The PSB official said the DSWD will continue working with other government agencies and other child

Real Life Stories – Driving hope for persons with disabilities who reclaim confidence with DSWD’s ‘Love Bus’ livelihood project

Real Life Stories – Driving hope for persons with disabilities who reclaim confidence with DSWD’s ‘Love Bus’ livelihood project For the ordinary Filipino commuter, the daily grind is a test of endurance. The searing heat of the dry season combined with the suffocating gridlock of Metro Manila traffic is enough to drain anyone’s spirit. But for people with disabilities this everyday struggle is magnified tenfold. Yet, amid the bustling streets of Valenzuela City, a beacon of hope and comfort has returned to the roads: the Love Bus. Originally a staple of the 1970s during the administration of the late President Ferdinand E. Marcos Sr., the Love Bus was revived to serve every Filipino—from children and workers to senior citizens and persons with disabilities. The mechanics are simple: passengers register on the Love Bus app to generate a QR code for their rides. Between 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 5:00

Over 5K persons with disabilities, caregivers get financial aid under DSWD’s KALAHI-CIDSS

Over 5K persons with disabilities, caregivers get financial aid under DSWD’s KALAHI-CIDSS The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has provided financial assistance to more than 5,600 persons with disabilities and family caregivers nationwide through its Cash-for-Work (CFW) Program and Therapy for Fee (TheraFee) Project, respectively, which are both under the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan–Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS). Asst. Secretary Irene Dumlao, the DSWD spokesperson, said the number of beneficiaries covers payouts conducted by the Department’s Field Offices (FOs) from March to May this year. “Para po matulungan natin ang ating mga persons with disabilities at ang kanilang pamilya o kamag-anak na nagsisilbing caregivers, tayo po ay may CFW sa ilalim ng ating KALAHI-CIDSS. Ang mga persons with disabilities po ay binibigyan natin ng temporary employment at ang mga caregivers naman ay iko-compensate natin sa ginagawa nilang pag-aalaga sa miyembro ng pamilya na persons with

DSWD warns vs faking disability for access to priority lanes, special privileges; says it’s unethical, disrespectful to persons with disabilities

DSWD warns vs faking disability for access to priority lanes, special privileges; says it’s unethical, disrespectful to persons with disabilities The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has issued a warning against individuals faking disability to access the privileges and benefits intended for persons with disabilities. Asst. Secretary Irene Dumlao, the DSWD spokesperson, said such action is not only unethical but also disrespectful to the persons with disabilities and harmful to the nation’s efforts at achieving an inclusive society. “Labis na nababahala ang DSWD sa mga taong nagpapanggap na may kapansanan para lamang maka-access sa mga pribilehiyo at mga benepisyo na para lamang sa ating mga persons with disabilities. Ang ganito pong gawain ay makakasira sa ating isinusulong na pagbabago para mabigyan ng patas at inklusibong oportunidad ang mga kababayan nating may kapansanan,” Asst. Secretary Dumlao, the DSWD’s spokesperson, said on Friday (March 13). The DSWD spokesperson issued the

More than 1,800 family careworkers, persons with disabilities to benefit from DSWD’s ‘TheraFee’ project in 2026

More than 1,800 family careworkers, persons with disabilities to benefit from DSWD’s ‘TheraFee’ project in 2026 More than 1,800 family and community careworkers and persons with disabilities with high support needs are expected to benefit from the expansion of the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s (DSWD) Therapy for Fee (TheraFee) Project for 2026. Asst. Secretary Irene Dumlao, the DSWD spokesperson, said the TheraFree Project is a new initiative of the Department that supports family and community members caring for persons with disabilities with high support needs by incentivizing their duty as care workers through cash-for-work (CFW). “As part of our inclusive social protection programs, the DSWD recognizes that caregiving is real work. Through the TheraFee Project, we are supporting families and community careworkers who devote their time and effort to caring for persons with disabilities,” Asst. Secretary Dumlao said on Friday (March 13). Through the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan

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