Mangrove forests not only provide habitat for plants and animals, it also has the ability to mitigate disaster impacts from storms, flooding, and erosion. This ecosystem also supports sustainable livelihood for the coastal communities. To ensure the conservation and sustainable management of resources, communities are now taking active steps in protecting these habitats. One of continue reading : Initiating Mangrove Reforestation through Community Volunteerism with KALAHI-CIDSS

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Bicol concluded the 2nd Redemption Day for the 190 beneficiaries of the Walang Gutom 2027: Food Stamp Program (FSP) in Garchitorena, Camarines Sur from March 6 to 7.  Beneficiaries from various barangays of Garchitorena have purchased healthy food items from DSWD-registered or -accredited retailers using their Electric continue reading : DSWD Bicol holds 2nd redemption day for Food Stamp Program benes in Garchitorena, Cam Sur

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) through Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) provided PHP 46,992,450.00 aid to 13,621 persons with disabilities (PWDs) in 59 local government units (LGUs) of Bicol Region under the Kapangyarihan at Kaunlaran sa Barangay – Cash-for-Work (KKB-CFW) program in 2023. Director continue reading : 13.6K PWDs in Bicol Region benefit from DSWD’s cash-for-work program in 2023

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office V joined the Gabay sa Mamayan Action Center (GMAC) Program Launching cum Information Caravan on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 in Barangay San Roque, Tabaco City, Albay. GMAC program is an initiative of Barangay Local Government Unit of San Roque, Tabaco City in collaboration with different continue reading : DSWD joins GMAC Launch and Info Caravan in Brgy. San Roque, Tabaco City

Family is primarily the support system of a person. The significant people who play a crucial role in someone’s life who never leave when life gets tough. They help us through difficult times as well as give love, care, and essential support. No matter how hard life hits, we can endure and cope with it continue reading : Family and Prayer: The Ultimate Support System and Weapon in Life

Life resembles a roller coaster, where highs and lows are inevitable. The future is uncertain and remains a mystery whether life may present fortune or challenging moments. Indeed, life is so unpredictable. No one could ever foresee what may come along the journey hence, who can ever be prepared for any untoward event? COVID-19 brought continue reading : Life’s Voyage: The Reverse Side

Building the foundation of a family requires a resilient core to create a sturdy structure with support, understanding, and love.  In the heart of Barangay Gabas, Buhi, Camarines Sur, Mike Anthony Castillo, 28, a father of two (2) daughters proved it was possible. Originally, Mike worked as a vegetable farmer in Antipolo, Rizal but due continue reading : Building the Blocks of Life: Nurturing the well-being of BP2 program family beneficiary

Inside the quiet and quaint village of Barangay Peñafrancia in the town of Del Gallego, Camarines Sur, the rhythmic taps of sewing machines loudly resonate with the lush greenery rice fields that became the source of hope and dreams. As yards of fabric were glided through the needle, Maricris Manalo, 42, guided the seamstresses and continue reading : Threads of Community Empowerment: A BP2 program beneficiary’s weave of opportunities for villagers

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected a lot of industries, particularly to different sectors such as hospitality, travel, entertainment, and construction which resulted in disruptions, closures, and job losses wherein workers have faced unemployment. Catherine Serrano, 45, and her husband have met the effects of the pandemic as they were laid off from their work in continue reading : From urban grind to setting up an unconventional sari-sari store: Cath Food Products

To assess the impact of Community-Driven Development (CDD), the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and U.S. Embassy visited the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) sub-project in San Antonio, Bombon, Camarines Sur on Wednesday (January 31). The visit aimed at gaining insights continue reading : DSWD, MCC visit KALAHI-CIDSS sub-project in Camarines Sur