21 November 2018
Recently, the Department of Social Welfare and Development provided assistance to the victims of two fire incidents in Tacloban City. On November 13 at around 3:06 am, a fire broke out at Brgy. 46, Juan Luna Street. According to initial investigation, the cause of the fire was electrical in nature. The fire resulted in […]
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19 November 2018
As tropical depression Samuel makes its way across the Philippines, the Department of Social Welfare and Development stands ready for any emergencies. As of November 19, the Regional Resource Operations Section (RROS) has already stockpiled relief items. These include family food packs (FFPs) and non-food items such as blankets, malongs, mosquito nets and sleeping mats. […]
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16 November 2018
As the people of Region VIII commemorated the anniversary of super-typhoon Yolanda, the Disaster Response Management Division (DRMD) of the DSWD was active in giving aid to the survivors of this calamity. DSWD staff recently conducted simultaneous payouts of the 5k Presidential Financial Assistance (5kPFA) to several beneficiaries at Laoang and Catubig, Northern Samar, where […]
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12 November 2018
Due to its location in the Pacific Ring of Fire, the Philippines is faced with the threat of earthquakes and tsunamis. In the northern parts of the country, residents are urged to take precautions for a massive earthquake that might occur anytime. Meanwhile, here in Region 8, the Department of Social Welfare and Development, […]
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31 October 2018
Recently, Boracay made the news as it reopened its shores to visitors after being rehabilitated for a few months. Clearly, rehabilitation had a positive impact, resulting in cleaner beaches. Here at Region 8, we also have our share of beautiful beaches, such as the Kalanggaman Island off the coast of Palompon, Leyte. And like Boracay, […]
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19 October 2018
Ang Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) sa pamamagitan ng Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Regional Office VIII at sa pakikipagtulungan sa Philippine Veterans Bank (PVB), ay nagsimulang mamahagi ng mga conditional cash grants sa mga benepisyaryo ng programa kahapon Oktubre 18, 2018. Kalakip sa nasabing grants o ayuda para sa mahigit 48,805 na […]
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11 October 2018
At DSWD, we value our partnership with our counterparts in the local government units. And like all partnerships, communication plays a very vital role. Recently, the Disaster Response Management Division (DRMD) invited its partners in the LGU, including the Local Chief Executives (LCEs), the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Officers (MSWDOs) and the Municipal […]
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11 October 2018
The Department of Social Welfare and Development recognizes the need for a strong partnership with the media in advancing its programs and advocacy for the people. Conversely, the media can also provide valuable information from the beneficiaries to the Department – their needs, concerns and complaints. In recognition of this partnership, DSWD Disaster Response […]
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