The Regional Federation of Persons with Disabilities (RFPWD) held its first semester meeting in Legazpi City, headed by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Bicol. Key topics discussed during the meeting included the accomplishments for the first half of 2024, addressing organizational issues, and discussing important matters affecting the PWD sector. Ms. Irah continue reading : DSWD Bicol leads RFPWD First Semester Meeting in Legazpi City
DSWD Bicol’s Road to Digitalized Social Pension starts with LSWDOs Face-to-Face Orientation
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Bicol held a simultaneous Face-to-Face Orientation on Digital Assessment for Social Pension Program participated in by the Local Social Welfare and Development Offices (LSWDOs) in the six provinces. During the meeting, DSWD FO5 personnel discussed the memorandum issued by the Program Management Bureau in line with the continue reading : DSWD Bicol’s Road to Digitalized Social Pension starts with LSWDOs Face-to-Face Orientation
Learning Journey of Delia as a volunteer
There is no time limit as to when people have to stop learning. It is considered a continuous process in which we remain as students throughout our lives. Delia Tarroza, a 60-year-old community volunteer of Barangay Malitbog, Minalabac, Camarines Sur, is a proof that it is never too late to begin learning new skills and continue reading : Learning Journey of Delia as a volunteer
DSWD Bicol SLP, MSF Empower Local Artisans in Milagros, Masbate
Local artisans in Milagros, Masbate proudly showcase their handcrafted products during the Skills Training and Capability Building Activity, a joint initiative by DSWD Bicol SLP and the MSF, aimed at enhancing their livelihood opportunities and fostering sustainable community growth. MASBATE, PHILIPPINES — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Bicol, through its Sustainable Livelihood continue reading : DSWD Bicol SLP, MSF Empower Local Artisans in Milagros, Masbate
LGU Milagros, Masbate sets historic precedent in Bicol Region with monthly stipend for 144 4Ps Parent Leaders
In a historic move, the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Milagros, Masbate, has earmarked a total of Php300,000 as a monthly stipend for transportation and communication allowances for 144 Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) Parent Leaders. This groundbreaking initiative, totaling Php530,244.00 annually, marks the first of its kind in the entire Bicol Region. The 4Ps continue reading : LGU Milagros, Masbate sets historic precedent in Bicol Region with monthly stipend for 144 4Ps Parent Leaders
DSWD Bicol Conducts Capacity-Building Trainings for SLPAs in Catanduanes Island
Participants from Sustainable Livelihood Program Associations (SLPAs) on Catanduanes Island actively engage in hands-on training for mangrove crab fattening, part of a capacity-building initiative led by DSWD Bicol, CDA, DTI, and BFAR. This training aims to equip them with essential skills for sustainable micro-enterprise development under the Zero Hunger Program. CATANDUANES – DSWD Bicol, in continue reading : DSWD Bicol Conducts Capacity-Building Trainings for SLPAs in Catanduanes Island
Masbate Media Forum 2024 Highlights DSWD Bicol’s Accomplishments
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Bicol held the Media Forum 2024 in Masbate, with participation from media practitioners across the province. The event showcased the regional and provincial achievements of the Department. During the forum, DSWD Bicol’s Regional Director Norman S. Laurio presented the CY 2024 accomplishments, detailing the disbursed amounts and continue reading : Masbate Media Forum 2024 Highlights DSWD Bicol’s Accomplishments
DSWD Bicol Commits to Ongoing Crisis and Disaster Response in Masbate During Media Forum 2024
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Bicol, led by Regional Director Norman S. Laurio, has pledged to maintain its robust support for Masbate Province during crises and disasters. This commitment was made during the Media Forum 2024, held on August 8 in the town of Mobo, Masbate. The Media Forum 2024, attended by continue reading : DSWD Bicol Commits to Ongoing Crisis and Disaster Response in Masbate During Media Forum 2024
Over 5,000 4Ps adolescents empowered through DSWD’s YDS in Bicol with Php2.1M LGU support
Over 5,000 Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) adolescents have been empowered through the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s (DSWD) Youth Development Session (YDS) – Volume 1, held from October 2023 to May 2024. This initiative, themed “Unleashing Potentials: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Empowerment,” aimed to equip adolescents with essential life skills and foster continue reading : Over 5,000 4Ps adolescents empowered through DSWD’s YDS in Bicol with Php2.1M LGU support
DSWD conducts info caravan on innovation programs in Cam Sur
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) introduced innovative programs to Local Chief Executives (LCEs) in Camarines Sur through an information caravan at the Digital Transformation Center in Pili, Camarines Sur, on Wednesday, August 6. Secretary Rex Gatchalian led the caravan and presented three flagship programs under the administration of President Ferdinand E. Marcos, continue reading : DSWD conducts info caravan on innovation programs in Cam Sur