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The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in the Philippines focuses on various social welfare programs, including education support for impoverished families through the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program. DSWD also relocates offices to improve accessibility and efficiency, such as moving the AICS processing center from Batasan to Paragon Place in Quezon City. Additionally, the department prepares relief efforts like food packs for areas affected by weather disturbances, ensuring swift response and public safety.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Fri, August 29, 2025 at 1:08 AM

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Recent developments on DSWD

Tue, September 9, 2025 at 4:02 PM

Marcos Jr. wishes for hunger-free PHL for his birthday

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed his birthday wish for a hunger-free Philippines and a good life for all Filipinos.

Thu, September 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM

Walang Gutom Program reduces involuntary hunger among poor households

The incidence of involuntary hunger among the poorest Filipino households has decreased, with 300,000 family-beneficiaries eating better under the Department of Social Welfare and Development's (DSWD) "Walang Gutom" Program (WGP).

Wed, September 3, 2025 at 8:40 PM

DSWD's Walang Gutom program cuts hunger by 7.2%

The DSWD's Walang Gutom program has successfully reduced hunger among its beneficiaries for two consecutive quarters, reaching 300,000 food-poor households nationwide.

Tue, September 2, 2025 at 4:19 PM

DA to give P20/kilo rice to tricycle, jeepney drivers

The Department of Agriculture (DA) will expand its P20 per kilo rice program to include tricycle and jeepney drivers starting September 16 in five pilot areas.

Mon, September 1, 2025 at 11:46 AM

DSWD on alert for habagat, LPA

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has activated its quick response teams and placed them on full alert to address potential emergencies caused by the southwest monsoon ('habagat') and a low pressure area (LPA).

Mon, August 25, 2025 at 9:10 AM

Bicol on red alert due to LPA

The Bicol region has been placed on red alert due to a developing low pressure area (LPA), prompting the activation of emergency preparedness and response protocols.

Sat, August 23, 2025 at 4:46 PM

DSWD adds 22 hospitals, firms to guarantee letter program

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has expanded its network by signing up 22 additional hospitals, pharmaceutical firms, medical suppliers, and distributors of assistive devices to accept its guarantee letters (GLs).

Tue, August 19, 2025 at 8:15 PM

DBM assures P1.5B budget for Mindanao Disaster Resource Center

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has assured the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) that a P1.5-billion budget will be allocated for the construction of the Mindanao Disaster Resource Center (MDRC).

Tue, August 19, 2025 at 11:41 AM

Liza Soberano shares childhood trauma, inspires abuse victims

Actress Liza Soberano expressed gratitude to her supporters after candidly revealing her traumatic childhood experiences.

Mon, August 18, 2025 at 8:10 PM

DSWD warns beneficiaries against gambling with cash aid

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has warned beneficiaries against using cash aid for gambling, stating that these funds are strictly for basic needs.