Tag: Social Welfare
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DSWD Programs Boost Financial Stability for Low-Income Filipinos, Surveys Show
Recent surveys by Pulse Asia and Social Weather Station (SWS) have revealed that four key programs from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) have significantly enhanced the financial stability of Filipinos from lower socio-economic backgrounds. These programs include the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), Ayuda sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP), Walang Gutom…
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Albay Representative Advocates for Universal Pension for Seniors, Assures Fiscal Sustainability
Albay Representative Joey Salceda has strongly advocated for the implementation of a universal social pension for all Filipino senior citizens, asserting that the government possesses the necessary funds to support such a program. Speaking on February 10, 2025, Salceda, who chairs the House Committee on Ways and Means, urged the Senate to pass the bill…
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DSWD Enhances Support for Young Mothers to Break Cycle of Teenage Pregnancy
MANILA – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is intensifying its efforts to support adolescent mothers, aiming to ensure their psychological and social well-being as they face the challenges of early parenthood. This initiative comes as teenage pregnancy continues to be a pressing issue across the nation. Diane Gianan, a Project Development Officer…
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DSWD Issues Warning to Unlicensed Social Welfare Agencies
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in Manila has issued a strong warning to charitable organizations and social welfare and development agencies (SWDAs) that are operating without proper registration and licensing. Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao emphasized that operating without the necessary credentials is illegal and punishable by law. SWDAs are defined as organizations…
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Majority of Filipinos Report Easy Access to DSWD Services, Survey Finds
MANILA – A recent Pulse Asia survey has revealed that a significant majority of Filipinos find the services and programs offered by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) easily accessible. Conducted between November 26 and December 3, 2024, the survey found that 57 percent of respondents had received assistance from the DSWD, with…
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Majority of Filipinos Report Easy Access to DSWD Services, According to Recent Survey
A recent Pulse Asia survey, conducted between November 26 and December 3, 2024, has revealed that a significant majority of Filipinos find the programs and services offered by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) easily accessible. The survey, known as ‘Ulat ng Bayan,’ found that 57% of respondents had received assistance from the…
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DSWD Commits to Enhancing Marcos Administration’s Whole-of-Nation Strategy Following Positive Public Feedback
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has expressed satisfaction with the recent Social Weather Stations survey, which revealed that 59% of adult Filipinos approve of the Marcos administration’s overall performance. Conducted between December 12 and 18, 2024, the survey also showed 23% dissatisfaction and 17% undecided responses, resulting in a net satisfaction rating…
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DSWD Launches Kaagapay Portal to Streamline Donations for Social Welfare
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is gearing up to launch the Kaagapay online portal, a new digital platform designed to simplify the process of donating to local social welfare programs. Assistant Secretary Ana Maria Paz Rafael announced the upcoming launch during a media forum on January 30, 2025, emphasizing the portal’s role…
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Elderly Rally for Universal Pension Bill at Senate
On a hot Monday afternoon, approximately 6,000 senior citizens gathered in front of the Senate in Pasay City, advocating for the approval of House Bill No. 10423. This bill, which aims to provide a universal social pension to all senior citizens, was passed by the House of Representatives back in May 2024. The rally was…
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DSWD Provides Initial Support to Family of Viral Sampaguita Vendor
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has stepped in to offer initial financial assistance to the family of a college student who gained attention after a confrontation with a security guard. Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao visited the family’s home in Quezon City, delivering PHP20,000 to Judith, the mother of 22-year-old Jeny, who was…
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