As part of its efforts to promote the institutionalization of community-driven development, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is set to turn over more than 600 community-based projects to various communities nationwide under the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan-Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services – National Community Driven Development Program (KALAHI-CIDSS) within the continue reading : DSWD to turn over 662 community-based projects to poor municipalities
DSWD provides over P1.7M worth of assistance to Taal evacuees
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rolando Joselito D. Bautista reported that the DSWD has already provided over P1.7 million worth of assistance to families affected by the Taal Volcanic eruption during President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s Talk to the People on April 5. According to the Secretary, the DSWD delivered 703 Family Food Packs (FFPs), 1,406 ready continue reading : DSWD provides over P1.7M worth of assistance to Taal evacuees
131 LGUs commit to implement DSWD’s Yakap Bayan Program
A total of 131 local government units (LGUs) nationwide signed an agreement with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) for the implementation of the Yakap Bayan Program, the reintegration intervention strategy for the rehabilitated Recovering Persons Who Used Drugs (RPWUDs). YBP is a holistic intervention to assist RPWUDS in their recovery journey and continue reading : 131 LGUs commit to implement DSWD’s Yakap Bayan Program
DSWD recognizes contributions of uniformed personnel in promoting social protection
In recognition of their valuable contributions in the delivery of the programs and services of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Social Welfare and Development Secretary Rolando Bautista led the awarding of the Salamat Po Awards to the uniformed officers of the 4th Infantry “Diamond” Division, Camp Evangelista, Patag, Cagayan de Oro City continue reading : DSWD recognizes contributions of uniformed personnel in promoting social protection
A Woman Leader: Spearheading Change
A bold move Under the leadership of former Undersecretary Aimee Torrefrancia Neri (Usec Neri), she expressed that the goal is to make the Filipino people feel DSWD’s presence. She made it a point that DSWD should reach out, and not the other way around. In turn, her proactive approach effected changes that streamlined DSWD’s processes continue reading : A Woman Leader: Spearheading Change
DSWD ready to assist LGUs affected by Taal Volcano eruption
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) assured the public of its readiness to assist local government units (LGUs) affected by the eruption of the Taal Volcano, adding that it has enough resources to support disaster operations in the province of Batangas and neighboring areas. As part of its mandate, the DSWD will provide continue reading : DSWD ready to assist LGUs affected by Taal Volcano eruption
DSWD reiterates call to report child trafficking cases
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) reiterated its appeal to the public to report cases of child trafficking, including the facilitation of illegal adoption of children in various social media sites. The DSWD encouraged the public to strictly uphold the rights and protection of children by ensuring that they will be provided with continue reading : DSWD reiterates call to report child trafficking cases
DSWD, DILG, COMELEC sign agreement to insulate 4Ps, other social services from politics
In time for the upcoming national and local elections, Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rolando Joselito D. Bautista led the signing of a tripartite memorandum of agreement (MOA) with Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Eduardo Año represented by Undersecretary Jonathan Malaya, and Commission on Elections (COMELEC) Chairperson Saidamen B. continue reading : DSWD, DILG, COMELEC sign agreement to insulate 4Ps, other social services from politics
Woman-volunteer facilitates positive changes in the community
A quote from Jyoti Khan, a woman leadership and change enthusiast, states, “A truly empowered woman uplifts and adds value to the lives of other people, starting with herself.” Verde Jalimao, a program-beneficiary of the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) of the Department of Social Welfare and continue reading : Woman-volunteer facilitates positive changes in the community
DSWD shares transformative governance journey as PGS Mover
Adjudged as an institution belonging to the Performance Governance System (PGS) Movers, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) PGS journey was featured in the 25th Governance Boot Camp Basic Class recently organized by the Institute for Solidarity in Asia (ISA), Inc. ISA, Inc. is a non-profit organization committed to empowering public institutions in continue reading : DSWD shares transformative governance journey as PGS Mover