DSWD strengthens inter-regional cooperation as response to new normal

In consideration of the changes brought about by the new normal, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Luzon Field Offices signed a resolution establishing a DSWD Field Office Inter-Regional Cooperation and Support. The resolution was signed by the Regional Directors of the Luzon Cluster namely, Arnel Garcia, Marie Angela Gopalan, Marites Maristela, Cezario continue reading : DSWD strengthens inter-regional cooperation as response to new normal

DSWD deploys teams for assessment of Odette aftermath

As part of its disaster response operations, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), with the help of the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) and concerned government agencies, is conducting Rapid Damage Assessment and Needs Analysis (RDANA) in areas affected by the Typhoon Odette. The conduct of RDANA is necessary to be able to continue reading : DSWD deploys teams for assessment of Odette aftermath

DSWD strengthens relief operations in ‘Odette’-hit areas

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has partnered with various government agencies, non-government organizations (NGOs), and other stakeholders to strengthen its disaster response operations in areas affected by Typhoon Odette. Through the collaborative efforts of the DSWD, LGUs, NGOs, and other agencies, more than P90.1 million worth of humanitarian assistance was provided to continue reading : DSWD strengthens relief operations in ‘Odette’-hit areas

DSWD taps volunteer group for installation of emergency communication lines in Central Visayas

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office VII taps the assistance of the Federation of Volunteers thru Radio Communication (FVRC), an accredited group of the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC), to set up two-way handheld radios to connect the FO’s regional warehouse and its Emergency Operations Center (EOC). The installation of the handheld continue reading : DSWD taps volunteer group for installation of emergency communication lines in Central Visayas

PRRD, DSWD Chief visit Siargao Island

As part of Odette disaster response operations, President Rodrigo Roa Duterte is joined by Senator Bong Go and DSWD Secretary Rolando Joselito Bautista in the ceremonial turnover and distribution of family food packs to the affected residents in Siargao Island on December 22. President Duterte assured the affected families of continued provision of food and non-food continue reading : PRRD, DSWD Chief visit Siargao Island

Department of Social Welfare and Development Field Office Caraga Regional Director Ramel Jamen meets with response team members of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Philippines and the United Nations Office for the coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) to plan ways on how to effectively provide assistance to Typhoon Odette-affected families in CARAGA Region.

DSWD meets with international partners for ‘Odette’ response

In continuation of the response operations for Typhoon Odette, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), through its Field Office in CARAGA, held a meeting with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Philippines and the United Nations Office for the coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) on December 20 to discuss points for collaboration to continue reading : DSWD meets with international partners for ‘Odette’ response

Balik Probinsya, Bagong Pag-asa Program (BP2P) starts payout of cash assistance for the returning families in Bohol and Cebu.

BP2 Program kicks off cash payouts in Bohol, Cebu

The payout of cash assistance for beneficiaries of the Balik Probinsya, Bagong Pag-asa (BP2) Program in Bohol and Cebu is now rolling out as the symbolic acceptance and turnover ceremony of beneficiaries to local government units (LGUs) was conducted on November 25. The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office 7 provided transportation continue reading : BP2 Program kicks off cash payouts in Bohol, Cebu

Staff of DSWD-Field Office 7 and volunteers repack relief supplies at the warehouse of the Field Office in Cebu City.

DSWD strengthens coordination with LGUs amid Typhoon Odette

In continuation of the disaster response operations for Typhoon Odette, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has raised its response operations to red alert level to strengthen its monitoring and coordination with local government units (LGUs) affected by the weather disturbance. All concerned DSWD Field Offices in affected areas are also rendering 24/7 continue reading : DSWD strengthens coordination with LGUs amid Typhoon Odette

Department of Social Welfare and Development Secretary Rolando Joselito D. Bautista joins other women advcates during the ceremonial signing of the Joint Memorandum Circular for the Guidelines In Handling Violence Against Women And Children (VAWC) and other Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Emergencies Reported through Emergency 911 National Emergency Hotline on December 7.

DSWD signs agreement including women, other gender-based abuses in 911 hotline

As the lead agency providing social protection, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) hails the inclusion of gender-based violence (GBV) and violence against women and children (VAWC) incidents as among the cases that can be reported through the Emergency 911 National Emergency Hotline. A ceremonial signing of the Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC) was continue reading : DSWD signs agreement including women, other gender-based abuses in 911 hotline

Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rolando Bautista (left) and Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) Chairman Undersecretary Joseph Encabo formalize the partnership between the two agencies to assist cooperatives around the country.

DSWD, CDA forge partnership to provide livelihood opportunities to cooperatives

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) forged a partnership with the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) to uplift the condition of cooperatives and their members through the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP). DSWD Secretary Rolando Bautista and CDA Chairperson Undersecretary Joseph Encabo signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the project entitled, “CDA – DSWD continue reading : DSWD, CDA forge partnership to provide livelihood opportunities to cooperatives