The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), through its Field Offices (FO) in Region III, National Capital Region (NCR), and CALABARZON, is continuously monitoring the status of families affected by Tropical Storm ‘Maring,’ which caused heavy rain resulting to severe flashflood and landslides in some areas. According to the 5am report of the DSWD Disaster Response continue reading : DSWD monitors families affected by ‘Maring’
DSWD alarmed over killings of children; appeals for greater protection for children’s rights, welfare
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) today expressed alarm against the recent killings of children and the alleged involvement of members of the Philippine National Police (PNP) in Caloocan in the same. A ranking official of the department said that investigations into the issue should be initiated immediately and should be transparent, impartial, continue reading : DSWD alarmed over killings of children; appeals for greater protection for children’s rights, welfare
DSWD One-Stop Shop Team helping Lumad communities to make a second attempt in Kapalong
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Central office today said that it will continue to implement its One-Stop Shop (OSS) and its Comprehensive Program for the Relief and Early Recovery of Lumad Communities to deliver information and assistance to far-flung communities in Mindanao, particularly to areas where there are Lumad populations.Earlier last week, continue reading : DSWD One-Stop Shop Team helping Lumad communities to make a second attempt in Kapalong
DSWD gathers experts from PH, abroad to tackle protection of Filipino kids up for intercountry-adoption
As the lead agency upholding the rights of children especially those who have been abandoned, neglected and surrendered, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) together with the Inter-Country Adoption Board (ICAB) and the Association of Child Caring Agencies of the Philippines (ACCAP) organized the 14th Philippine Global Consultation on Child Welfare Services in continue reading : DSWD gathers experts from PH, abroad to tackle protection of Filipino kids up for intercountry-adoption
DSWD presents updates on Marawi crisis relief aid before Senate Committee on Marawi Rehabilitation
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Tuesday provided the Senate Special Committee on Marawi City Rehabilitation with updates on its ongoing relief assistance to internally displaced persons (IDPs) from Marawi City and its neighboring Lanao del Sur towns who have been affected by the still ongoing armed conflict in the region. DSWD Disaster Response continue reading : DSWD presents updates on Marawi crisis relief aid before Senate Committee on Marawi Rehabilitation
DSWD releases P1.4 B worth of assistance to individuals in crisis in 1st half of 2017
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has released a total of P1,411,212,248.66 worth of assistance from January to June 2017 to families and individuals who have experienced a crisis through its Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS). The aid, delivered through the Crisis Intervention Unit (CIU) of the Department’s Central Office, Field Offices (FOs), and continue reading : DSWD releases P1.4 B worth of assistance to individuals in crisis in 1st half of 2017
DSWD eyes immediate release of remaining 8 minors under temporary protective custody in Pasig youth facility
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council (JJWC), one of its attached agencies, are coordinating closely with the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Pasig City for the release of the minors who were put under temporary protective custody by the Philippine National Police (PNP) at Pasig City’s continue reading : DSWD eyes immediate release of remaining 8 minors under temporary protective custody in Pasig youth facility
Philippines to host 23rd Senior Officials Meeting for ASCC (SOCA) and 18th ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) Council Meeting
Manila, Philippines| September 5, 2017 – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), as the chair for ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) pillar, will be hosting the 23rd Senior Officials Meeting for ASCC (SOCA) and 18th ASCC Council Meeting on September 11-14, at Taal Vista, Tagaytay City, Philippines. During the 22nd SOCA and 17th ASCC Council Meeting held last March 6-9, Ministers and continue reading : Philippines to host 23rd Senior Officials Meeting for ASCC (SOCA) and 18th ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) Council Meeting
DSWD decries continued detention of 10 minors arrested in Pasig last August 31
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Undersecretary for Promotive Programs Ma. Lourdes Turalde-Jarabe today decried what she said were the severe violations against the rights of children arrested last August 31 when members of the Philippine National Police (PNP) dispersed community residents who gathered to resist the demolition of their houses in East Bank continue reading : DSWD decries continued detention of 10 minors arrested in Pasig last August 31
DSWD continues to contribute to efforts to mainstream PWD rights
In continuation of the celebration of the National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation (NDPR) Week, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) will hold “Forum on Initiatives in Mainstreaming the Rights of Persons with Disability (PWDs)” on September 6 at the DSWD Central Office Auditorium. The activity aims to strengthen public support for initiatives to mainstream the continue reading : DSWD continues to contribute to efforts to mainstream PWD rights
