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The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) plays a critical role in disaster response and social assistance in the Philippines, distributing relief goods and aid to victims of typhoons and other calamities. It also manages programs like "Walang Gutom," which provides monthly food stamps to low-income families, and faces scrutiny over its budget allocations during election years.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Thu, November 27, 2025 at 8:23 PM

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Recent developments on DSWD

Thu, November 27, 2025 at 11:20 AM

PBBM pledges additional P15M for Baseco hospital

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. pledged an additional P15 million in funding for the President Corazon Aquino General Hospital in Baseco, Manila, with the support coming from the Office of the President.

Thu, November 27, 2025 at 12:00 AM

2025 could be most disaster-prone year for PH

Social Welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian declared that 2025 may be one of the most disaster-prone years in the Philippines' recent history due to a series of devastating calamities.

Tue, November 25, 2025 at 4:28 PM

DSWD distributes food aid to stranded passengers due to TD Verbena

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has begun distributing food aid, including ready-to-eat meals, to passengers stranded at various ports across the Philippines due to Tropical Depression Verbena.

Mon, November 24, 2025 at 5:56 PM

Lacson questions DSWD's P44.4B AICS budget for 2025 election year

Senator Panfilo Lacson questioned the Department of Social Welfare and Development's (DSWD) increased allocation for the Assistance in Crisis Situations (AICS) program during election years, citing a pattern of budget spikes.

Wed, November 19, 2025 at 3:28 PM

DOE to broaden lifeline rate program access for low-income households

The Department of Energy (DOE) is planning to expand and simplify access to the Lifeline Rate Program, which provides electricity subsidies to low-income households.

Tue, November 18, 2025 at 1:07 PM

DSWD enrolls 300,000 more families in food stamp program

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is currently enrolling an additional 300,000 families into the "Walang Gutom" food stamp program for 2025.

Wed, November 12, 2025 at 6:04 PM

CICC warns public vs. donation scams for typhoon victims

The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) has warned the public against donation scams targeting victims of Typhoons Tino and Uwan.

Wed, November 12, 2025 at 11:26 AM

DOF helps fund recovery with P31.81 billion released

The Department of Finance (DOF) is helping fund the Philippines' recovery from typhoons Tino and Uwan, and other recent calamities.

Mon, November 10, 2025 at 5:04 PM

President Marcos credits preemptive evacuations for low casualties during Super Typhoon Uwan

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. attributed the minimal casualties from Super Typhoon Uwan to the effectiveness of preemptive evacuations undertaken by local government units.

Mon, November 10, 2025 at 3:42 PM

DBM releases P1.68 billion to DA, DSWD, PCG for disaster response

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved the release of P1.68 billion to replenish the Quick Response Funds (QRF) of the Departments of Agriculture (DA), Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), and the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG).