In the Filipino culture, mothers are called as “ilaw ng tahanan” or light of the home. Just like a light, it provides warmth, hope, strength, and guidance same with mothers to their children. Whatever challenges in her path, the resilience of a mother comes from her unwavering love for her children to move forward and continue reading : Eden’s Light for Home and Community
KALAHI-CIDSS: A Partner towards a Dream’s Fulfillment for an IP Community
Indigenous People’s community is one of the most vulnerable groups of people. A tribe who needs more attention and help to become responsive and resilient in life challenges. In this competitive time, giving them more attention is vital in building a bridge towards collective development all over the country. Barangay Villaflorida in the town of continue reading : KALAHI-CIDSS: A Partner towards a Dream’s Fulfillment for an IP Community
DSWD SLP participants in Mandaon, Masbate received livelihood training and additional aid from DSWD Bicol and partner agencies
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), through the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP), together with LGU Mandaon of the province of Masbate and their Municipal Agriculture Office (MAO), Philippine National Police (PNP), Department of Agriculture (DA), Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation (PCIC) and the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA), held a Capability Building Training cum Women’s continue reading : DSWD SLP participants in Mandaon, Masbate received livelihood training and additional aid from DSWD Bicol and partner agencies
Government agencies renew commitment to fighting hunger and poverty in Bicol Region
The Enhanced Partnership Against Hunger and Poverty (EPAHP) in Bicol Region, headed by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) as lead agency, held the Ceremonial Signing of the EPAHP Regional Memorandum of Understanding at A and A Bed and Breakfast Inn, Legazpi City, Albay on April 5, 2024. DSWD’s EPAHP is the national continue reading : Government agencies renew commitment to fighting hunger and poverty in Bicol Region
DSWD distributes Php 3M worth of livelihood grants in Irosin, Sorsogon
The Department of Social Welfare and Development, through the Sustainable Livelihood Program, distributed Php 3,015,000.00 worth of livelihood grants to 201 program participants today, April 5, at the DSWD Satellite Office in Irosin, Sorsogon. Each of them received Php 15,000.00 intended for their livelihood, may it be for the already existing or for the continue reading : DSWD distributes Php 3M worth of livelihood grants in Irosin, Sorsogon
DSWD Bicol Aids Displaced Families due to Insurgency in Jovellar, Albay
The Department of Social Welfare and Development Field Office V (DSWD FO V) distributed 300 Family Food Packs amounting to PHP 205,695.00 yesterday, March 30, 2024, to families affected by the recent armed conflict in Barangay San Vicente and Villa Paz, Jovellar, Albay. The Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office of Jovellar reported that on continue reading : DSWD Bicol Aids Displaced Families due to Insurgency in Jovellar, Albay
DSWD Bicol gives educational assistance to children of vulnerable sectors in Libmanan, Camarines Sur
HAPPY TO SERVE. Hazel Ann Quismorio, from DSWD Bicol AICS, diligently counts cash in front of beneficiaries, ensuring every recipient receives the exact amount they deserve. LIBMANAN, CAMARINES SUR – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Bicol, through its Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program, provided assistance to students belonging to continue reading : DSWD Bicol gives educational assistance to children of vulnerable sectors in Libmanan, Camarines Sur
4 SLP-organized associations receive livelihood grants in Albay
The Department of Social Welfare and Development, through the Sustainable Livelihood Program, awarded livelihood grants to 3 SLP-organized associations in Jovellar and 1 association in Rapu-Rapu, Albay yesterday, March 18, 2024. DSWD-SLP awarded a total of Php 960,000.00 to the 4 SLP Associations for their proposed livelihood projects. In Jovellar, Jovellar Magayon SLP Association of continue reading : 4 SLP-organized associations receive livelihood grants in Albay
Initiating Mangrove Reforestation through Community Volunteerism with KALAHI-CIDSS
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
DSWD Bicol continues cash relief assistance payout for Shear Line-affected fishermen in Camarines Norte
Shearline-affected fisherfolk from Paracale, Camarines Norte happily receives cash relief assistance from DSWD AICS Staff. PARACALE, CAMARINES NORTE – With the challenges posed by the ongoing Shear Line phenomenon affecting fishermen in the area, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Bicol remains steadfast in its commitment to providing assistance to those in need. continue reading : DSWD Bicol continues cash relief assistance payout for Shear Line-affected fishermen in Camarines Norte