Life is not always filled with bright days and warm smiles, especially when you face numerous struggles. Mary Jane Bermudez Tabor, a mother of three in Virac, Catanduanes was not an exception from experiencing those challenges when she was diagnosed with Schizophrenia in 2023. Due to her psychosocial disability, she quit her job as an continue reading : Sa Isip, Sa Gawa: How Cash-for-Work helped Mary Jane rediscover her strength

DSWD KALAHI-CIDSS releases P3.7 million aid to 955 persons with disabilities in Catanduanes
A total of 955 persons with disabilities in the municipalities of Bato and Virac, Catanduanes received their assistance amounting to PHP 3,749,390.94 under the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) from July 15 to July 17, 2025. In Virac, 458 beneficiaries were continue reading : DSWD KALAHI-CIDSS releases P3.7 million aid to 955 persons with disabilities in Catanduanes

Drawing Strength through Collaboration
Each day is more than just earning a living; it is also about proving that one’s value is not determined by impairment. This was demonstrated by Cherwin T. Lojo, a 45-year-old father, mechanic, and a leader of an organization for the persons with disabilities sector in Bato, Catanduanes. Being born with a visual impairment, Cherwin continue reading : Drawing Strength through Collaboration

Pacemaker for Development
Persons with disabilities play a significant role in community development, proving that determination knows no bounds. Carlos Fajardo, a person with disability from Barangay Quigaray in Bagamanoc, Catanduanes, is an example of how personal struggles can lead to a lifelong commitment to bayanihan. In 1990, Carlos lost his leg in a workplace accident. But instead of continue reading : Pacemaker for Development

Stepping out of the Shell
Entering the world of community development and volunteerism might be intimidating, particularly for a young person with little experience. Efrel Joy Papa, a 24-year-old community volunteer from Barangay Buga in Libon, Albay, braved the unknown for the rewarding service when she joined the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s (DSWD) Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – continue reading : Stepping out of the Shell

DSWD holds KALAHI-CIDSS Municipal Orientation in Cawayan for KKB-CDD implementation
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) provided orientation on Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) Kapangyarihan at Kaunlaran sa Barangay – Community-Driven Development (KKB-CDD) to Local Government Unit (LGU) of Cawayan in Masbate on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. The event served as the official start of continue reading : DSWD holds KALAHI-CIDSS Municipal Orientation in Cawayan for KKB-CDD implementation

Keep Calm and Participate: Emulating the Community’s Principle
Calmness in the face of adversity has proven to be one of the most effective ways to stay focused and overcome life’s challenges. This idea was famously captured by the iconic phrase, “Keep Calm and Carry On,” which has since adorned everything from posters and mugs to t-shirts and wall art. Because of its enduring continue reading : Keep Calm and Participate: Emulating the Community’s Principle

Unlocking Potential: Honing Weakness into Strength
Weakness may have a negative connotation for most individuals. Some may consider it a hindrance to reaching their goals and becoming successful. While others may see it as a shortcoming, John Carlo “Danice” Aspe from Casuray, Magarao, Camarines Sur, considers it a starting point. Growing as a part of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, continue reading : Unlocking Potential: Honing Weakness into Strength

Gilotongan Island in Masbate Considered for Pilot Air-to-Water Technology to Address Water Scarcity
To address the water scarcity and improve community resilience, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), through the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) National Program Management Office (NPMO), led the visit and assessment on Air-to-Water Technology (AWT) in Barangay Gilotongan, Cawayan, Masbate on Tuesday, May 27, continue reading : Gilotongan Island in Masbate Considered for Pilot Air-to-Water Technology to Address Water Scarcity

DSWD’s Cash-for-Work Program to support 300 Daraga Community College students
A total of 300 students from Daraga Community College are set to benefit from the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s (DSWD) Cash-for-Work Program (CFWP) under the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) Kapangyarihan at Kaunlaran sa Barangay (KKB). The CFWP is a social welfare and development program continue reading : DSWD’s Cash-for-Work Program to support 300 Daraga Community College students