DSWD deploys PFA team to Myanmar after quake

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has deployed a psychological first aid team to Myanmar following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake on March 28.

Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao announced that the eight-member PFA team, comprising psychologists and social workers, arrived in Yangon on April 11 as part of the Philippine government's coordinated humanitarian response.

The mission aims to assist Filipinos affected by the disaster and other survivors in need, with the DSWD working alongside other government agencies.

Upon arrival, the team joined embassy officials in receiving the ashes of two Filipino nationals who died during the earthquake.

In the Philippines, the DSWD has initiated counseling sessions and provided PHP10,000 cash assistance to families of affected overseas Filipino workers (OFWs).

The department is also assessing the need for further medical support for dependents of the deceased OFWs.

These efforts demonstrate the Philippine government's commitment to supporting Filipinos both abroad and at home during crises.