For Aaron Paul Millena Lolor, the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) was never simply financial aid; it was the motivation that carried him through some of the toughest chapters of his life. “For others, 4Ps may just be financial aid, but for me, it was my motivation to do well in school, knowing that the continue reading : “4Ps wasn’t just an aid – it was my motivation”: How a former 4Ps beneficiary, climbed to the top of the Geodetic Engineers Licensure Exam
DSWD Bicol’s Relief Efforts Non-Stop to Reach Isolated GIDA Areas in the Bicol Region
𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐚, 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐫 – In a steadfast commitment to assist island barangays designated as Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDA), the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office V – Bicol Region has intensified its relief efforts following the impact of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine. Despite the challenges and the holiday season, DSWD Bicol continue reading : DSWD Bicol’s Relief Efforts Non-Stop to Reach Isolated GIDA Areas in the Bicol Region
WFP and DSWD Bicol hold coordination meeting on cash-based aid for 4Ps beneficiaries affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine
The World Food Programme (WFP) and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office V- Bicol Region held a coordination meeting to discuss the proposed implementation of a cash-based intervention for families affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine. The initiative, which aims to benefit 4Ps beneficiaries in the region’s most severely impacted areas, continue reading : WFP and DSWD Bicol hold coordination meeting on cash-based aid for 4Ps beneficiaries affected by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine
DSWD Bicol Begins Distribution of Water Filtration Kits to LGUs Affected by Storm Kristine in Camarines Sur
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office V – Bicol Region, in collaboration with the Provincial Government of Camarines Sur, has initiated the distribution of 20 Family Water Filtration Kits to Local Government Units (LGUs) severely impacted by Severe Tropical Storm “Kristine,” facilitated through their Bureau of Fire Protection. On October 30, continue reading : DSWD Bicol Begins Distribution of Water Filtration Kits to LGUs Affected by Storm Kristine in Camarines Sur
DSWD FOV Regional Director Visits Libon, Albay Post-Typhoon Kristine
Libon, Albay – In a heartfelt effort to support the municipality of Libon, Regional Director Norman S. Laurio of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office V – Bicol Region, personally visited one of the areas hardest hit by Severe Tropical Storm (STS) Kristine, on October 30. Sixteen barangays remain isolated due to continue reading : DSWD FOV Regional Director Visits Libon, Albay Post-Typhoon Kristine
DSWD Chief Joins PBBM in Distributing Aid to Communities Affected by Severe Tropical Storm “Kristine” in Camarines Sur
Camarines Sur, Philippines — Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian joined President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in Camarines Sur on Saturday to distribute relief goods and financial assistance to families affected by Severe Tropical Storm “Kristine.” The visit included stops in Bula and Naga City, where the President, along with Sec. Gatchalian continue reading : DSWD Chief Joins PBBM in Distributing Aid to Communities Affected by Severe Tropical Storm “Kristine” in Camarines Sur
DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian Arrives in Camarines Sur to Visit Typhoon Kristine Victims
𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐫, 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 – On October 25, 2024, Secretary Rex Gatchalian of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) arrived in Camarines Sur to assess the impact of Typhoon Kristine and provide direct support to internally displaced persons (IDPs). His visit included stops at the evacuation centers in Pili Provincial Capitol and Naga City, continue reading : DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian Arrives in Camarines Sur to Visit Typhoon Kristine Victims
DSWD Bicol and PRO5 Sign MOA for Enhanced Security Measures During Social Assistance Payouts
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office 5 and the Philippine National Police, Police Regional Office 5 (PNP PRO5), have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) aimed at enhancing security measures during the distribution of social assistance. On October 7, 2024, DSWD FO5, led by Regional Director Norman S. Laurio, and PRO5, continue reading : DSWD Bicol and PRO5 Sign MOA for Enhanced Security Measures During Social Assistance Payouts
DSWD Bicol’s Team Singko conducts psychological first aid and HIV re-orientation session for Legazpi City stakeholders
In a bid to strengthen community support and health interventions, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office V – Team Singko organized a training session on Psychological First Aid (PFA) and HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) awareness for 23 participants from the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO), the Office of Senior continue reading : DSWD Bicol’s Team Singko conducts psychological first aid and HIV re-orientation session for Legazpi City stakeholders
DSWD Bicol enhances collaborations for Sustainable Livelihoods at the First Leg of Stakeholders Conference 2024 in Masbate Island
Representatives from various agencies and private sector partners reaffirmed their dedication to DSWD’s mission of uplifting communities and alleviating poverty. MASBATE – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Bicol successfully hosted the first leg of this year’s Stakeholders Conference on Masbate Island, bringing together government agencies, local government units, and private sector partners continue reading : DSWD Bicol enhances collaborations for Sustainable Livelihoods at the First Leg of Stakeholders Conference 2024 in Masbate Island