100 Pantawid Pamilya model kids join DSWD children’s congress

In recognition of the children’s role in development, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is holding the 2014 National Children’s Congress (NCC) today at Sequoia Hotel, Quezon City. The activity is in observance of the annual Children’s Month Celebration, with this year’s theme, “Bata Kasali Ka, Ikaw ay Mahalaga” which focuses on the continue reading : 100 Pantawid Pamilya model kids join DSWD children’s congress

Sec. Soliman talks about children’s rights, welfare in ‘The Ryzza Mae Show’

Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Corazon Juliano-Soliman was the main guest today of the famous children’s program, the Ryzza Mae Show, in line with the celebration of the Children’s Month. The Secretary gamely interacted and engaged in light banter with the child-host, Ryzza Mae, on the National Children’s Month celebration and on continue reading : Sec. Soliman talks about children’s rights, welfare in ‘The Ryzza Mae Show’

Pantawid Pamilya kid excels in school, wins regional search for exemplary child

“Malaki po talaga ang pagpapahalaga ko sa edukasyon. Hindi po naging hadlang ang kahirapan ng aking pamilya upang hindi ko pagbutihin ang aking pag-aaral (I really value education. My family’s poverty is never a hindrance to my desire to make good in my studies).” This was emphasized by Angelo Urbano Caigas, 12, of Navotas City, during continue reading : Pantawid Pamilya kid excels in school, wins regional search for exemplary child

Pantawid Pamilya kid excels in school, wins regional search for exemplary child

“Malaki po talaga ang pagpapahalaga ko sa edukasyon. Hindi po naging hadlang ang kahirapan ng aking pamilya upang hindi ko pagbutihin ang aking pag-aaral (I really value education. My family’s poverty is never a hindrance to my desire to make good in my studies).” This was emphasized by Angelo Urbano Caigas, 12, of Navotas City, during continue reading : Pantawid Pamilya kid excels in school, wins regional search for exemplary child

Sec. Soliman addresses participants of int’l conference on disaster response, calls on better coordination

“In disaster operations, trust is the foundation of an effective working relation.” This was the thrust of the message of Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Corazon Juliano-Soliman earlier this week to the participants of the Disaster Response Government Dialogue Global Conference hosted by the Philippine Government in partnership with the Indian Ocean continue reading : Sec. Soliman addresses participants of int’l conference on disaster response, calls on better coordination

Sec. Soliman addresses participants of int’l conference on disaster response, calls on better coordination

“In disaster operations, trust is the foundation of an effective working relation.” This was the thrust of the message of Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Corazon Juliano-Soliman earlier this week to the participants of the Disaster Response Government Dialogue Global Conference hosted by the Philippine Government in partnership with the Indian Ocean continue reading : Sec. Soliman addresses participants of int’l conference on disaster response, calls on better coordination

Pantawid Pamilya children-beneficiaries become active child rights advocates

In a room full of children, 12-year-old Joshua Estonilo, a Grade VI student from Western Bicutan, Pasig City, easily stands out. Soft-spoken yet articulate, Joshua was chosen as winner of the Search for the Huwarang Bata ng Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino in the National Capital Region (NCR). The annual search is held in connection with the continue reading : Pantawid Pamilya children-beneficiaries become active child rights advocates