Tag: Child Welfare
-
Child Protection Training Enhances Safety in Reading Program in Central Visayas
In a move to bolster child safety, reading tutorial coordinators in Central Visayas have undergone comprehensive training on child protection and safe space laws. This initiative, led by Shalaine Marie Lucero, the regional director of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)-Central Visayas, aims to ensure the well-being of children participating in the ‘Tara,…
Written by
-
76 Local Governments in Eastern Visayas Earn Child-Friendly Status in 2024
In a significant achievement for child welfare, 76 local government units (LGUs) in Eastern Visayas have been recognized as child-friendly following the 2024 Child-Friendly Local Governance Audit (CFLGA). The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) made the announcement, celebrating the efforts of these LGUs in enhancing the safety and well-being of children within…
Written by
-
Senators Advocate for Child Protection and Education Reform Amid Controversy
MANILA – Senators Sherwin Gatchalian and Ramon Revilla Jr. have recently emphasized the critical need to safeguard children and tackle adolescent challenges in line with current legislation and societal norms. Their comments follow President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s critique of Senate Bill No. 1979, which focuses on preventing teenage pregnancy but has been criticized for…
Written by
-
Supreme Court Endorses New Family Mediation Guidelines
The Supreme Court has recently given the green light to a new set of rules designed to facilitate mediation in family disputes. Announced in a press release, the Rule on Family Mediation was officially approved on November 5, 2024, and became effective on December 29, 2024. This rule introduces a structured approach to resolving conflicts…
Written by
-
Six Antique Municipalities Honored for Child-Friendly Initiatives
In a commendable recognition of their efforts to enhance child welfare, six local government units (LGUs) in Antique were awarded the Seal of Child-Friendly Local Governance by the Council for the Welfare of Children Board (CWCB). The ceremony took place at Sam’s Hotel in Iloilo City on November 11, 2024. The honored municipalities include Barbaza,…
Written by