DSWD Chief leads preparatory meeting of PMNP Implementation Support Mission

Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian leads the discussion for the 3rd Implementation Support Mission (ISM) of the Philippine Multisectoral Nutrition Project (PMNP) at the DSWD Central Office on Friday (June 2). The 3rd ISM will be conducted in partnership with the Department of Health (DOH) and the World Bank in continue reading : DSWD Chief leads preparatory meeting of PMNP Implementation Support Mission

DSWD distributes Emergency Cash Transfer to oil spill-affected fisherfolks

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), through its Field Office MIMAROPA, kicked off on Thursday, June 1, another rollout of the provision of cash assistance to formal and informal fisherfolks affected by the Mindoro Oil spill. During the first day of the cash payout, some 246 fisherfolks with motorized boats from Roxas, Oriental continue reading : DSWD distributes Emergency Cash Transfer to oil spill-affected fisherfolks

Now a licensed teacher, Raffy Borreros wears a smile after graduating cum laude at the Capiz State University Dayao - Satellite College

Out-of-school youth rises to become a licensed teacher through 4Ps

Having an abundant life while living with his whole family was Raffy Borreros’ dream as he grew up in the province of Capiz. Raffy came from a poor household with six members. At an early age, he experienced struggles and challenges while helping his family. After his parents got separated, Raffy and his three siblings continue reading : Out-of-school youth rises to become a licensed teacher through 4Ps

DSWD, World Bank discuss ways to enhance Beneficiary FIRST Project

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and the World Bank (WB) held a technical discussion on Thursday (June 1) focusing on how to further enhance the ongoing implementation of the Beneficiary FIRST Social Protection Project (BFIRST Project) at the DSWD Central Office in Quezon City.   During the wrap-up session attended by DSWD continue reading : DSWD, World Bank discuss ways to enhance Beneficiary FIRST Project

DSWD, World Bank discuss ways to improve Beneficiary FIRST project

Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian, together with other DSWD officials, meets with World Bank representatives led by Country Director Ndiame Diop, Thursday, June 1. The conference focused on ways to further enhance the ongoing implementation of the Beneficiary FIRST Social Protection Project (BFIRST) and on how to address the findings continue reading : DSWD, World Bank discuss ways to improve Beneficiary FIRST project

DSWD reminds clients to avail AICS in satellite offices near their residences

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Monday (June 1) reminded its clients availing of the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation AICS) to go the satellite offices that are nearest to their places of residence. “Beginning today, June 1, AICS clients should go to the DSWD satellite office nearest their areas of continue reading : DSWD reminds clients to avail AICS in satellite offices near their residences

DSWD Sec. Gatchalian meets with ACCAP head, explores partnership

Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian (third from left), together with Standards and Capacity Building Assistant Secretary Janet Armas (left), meets with officials of the Association of Child Caring Agencies of the Philippines (ACCAP), headed by Atty. Gwendolyn Pimentel-Gana (third from right) on Wednesday (May 31) to discuss areas of collaboration continue reading : DSWD Sec. Gatchalian meets with ACCAP head, explores partnership

A disaster team of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office I inspects a house damaged by a fallen tree due to Typhoon Betty.

DSWD extends aid to families with damaged houses due to Typhoon Betty

As part of its disaster response efforts, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) provided financial assistance to families whose houses were damaged due to Typhoon Betty. In Ilocos Region, the DSWD Field Office (FO) I provided financial assistance through the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) worth P10,000 to a family in continue reading : DSWD extends aid to families with damaged houses due to Typhoon Betty

DSWD welcomes Senate inquiry on issues hounding Gentle Hands

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Wednesday (May 31) welcomed the planned Senate inquiry on the issues hounding Gentle Hands Inc. (GHI), particularly on the DSWD’s issuance of a cease-and-desist order, after it was found out that GHI has committed several violations of Republic Act No. 7610 or the Special Protection of continue reading : DSWD welcomes Senate inquiry on issues hounding Gentle Hands