The COVID-19 pandemic is not only a historic global health crisis but has also posed a continuing threat to the livelihood of many Filipinos. Countless establishments, since the beginning of the health crisis, have been negatively affected, even worse, small and macro enterprises had to close. Baingkong Samad Salik’s business is among the industries in continue reading : Weaving a better life amid new normal through livelihood assistance
Recognizing the role of the media in advancing its communications efforts under the stewardship of Secretary Rolando Bautista, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) held a simple Fellowship with the Media on May 14 to express appreciation and gratitude to them. In his message, Secretary Bautista highlighted the significant role of the members continue reading : DSWD presents gains under Sec. Bautista, thanks media for support during Fellowship
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), through the International Social Services Office (ISSO), has deployed four new Social Welfare Attachés (SWAtts). This is in pursuance to the mandate of the Department in protecting the rights and promoting the welfare of overseas Filipinos (OFs) and their families, especially those in distress. The said SWAtts continue reading : DSWD deploys new social welfare attachés
The Department of Social Welfare and Development, as the Chair of the National Committee on the Filipino Family (NCFF), spearheaded the observance of the International Day of Families (IDF) through an online webinar to raise awareness of the importance of sustainable and family-friendly urban policies on May 16. The IDF is annually observed every 15th continue reading : DSWD, NCFF promote sustainable urbanization for International Day of Families celebration
In support of the recently celebrated World Day for Safety and Health at Work on April 28, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) conducted an online forum “Leveraging OSH Systems Through Positive Social Dialogue at Work” to discuss significant occupational safety and health (OSH) policies and challenges. The World Day for Safety and continue reading : DSWD pushes advocacy on building safe and healthy workplace
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), through the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan-Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) PAyapa at MAsaganang PamayaNAn (PAMANA) Community Driven Development Program for Indigenous People (IP-CDD), recently turned over three (3) isolation units to the IP communities in Asuncion, Davao del Norte. Of these isolation units, two continue reading : DSWD KALAHI-CIDSS turns over newly-built isolation units to IP communities
With its continuing efforts to contribute to the government’s peace agenda, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) was recognized by the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) for its invaluable role as a peace partner during the Peace Partners’ Recognition Day held on May 16 at the Philippine continue reading : DSWD receives recognition for its peace efforts
As part of its effort to strengthen its disaster response operations, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), through its Field Office I, is constructing a satellite warehouse in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte to serve as a repository of relief goods and supplies in the region. On May 17, DSWD Secretary Rolando Joselito D. continue reading : DSWD Chief spearheads soft launch of satellite warehouse in Ilocos Norte
As part of its initiatives to improve its provision of services to Persons with Disabilities, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) conducted a two-day online Disability Sensitivity Training in partnership with the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) on May 10 and 11, 2022. The Disability Sensitivity Training was developed to equip the continue reading : DSWD holds disability sensitivity training for personnel
To contribute to the country’s attainment of sustainable peace, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), through its Field Office XII, provided livelihood assistance to some 21 former rebels during a payout at the 12th Special Forces Company Camp, Surallah, South Cotabato in April. Mark, not his real name, was one of the recipients continue reading : Former rebels in South Cotabato start own businesses
