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The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is a key government agency responsible for providing disaster relief, social assistance, and support to vulnerable Filipinos. It has been actively distributing food, cash aid, and other emergency supplies to communities affected by typhoons, earthquakes, and other calamities across the country. Recent efforts include aiding victims in Capiz, Masbate, and Davao Region, as well as implementing the Free Funeral Services Act to assist indigent families.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Thu, October 23, 2025 at 6:23 PM

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Recent developments on DSWD

Fri, October 24, 2025 at 6:02 PM

DBM releases P740.8M additional funds for disaster relief

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved an additional P740.8 million to replenish the government's quick response funds (QRF).

Thu, October 23, 2025 at 2:51 PM

DSWD warns public against mocking relief goods

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is warning the public against spreading false information and making jokes about family food packs and other relief items.

Thu, October 23, 2025 at 1:44 PM

Palace leads relief efforts in Capiz after TS Ramil

Government agencies are continuing relief and rehabilitation efforts for residents affected by Tropical Storm Ramil in Capiz.

Thu, October 23, 2025 at 12:47 PM

DSWD updates emergency cash transfer program for disaster-hit families

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has updated its Emergency Cash Transfer (ECT) program guidelines to better assist families affected by disasters.

Wed, October 22, 2025 at 10:01 AM

Over 1,000 Tarlac residents get free medical services through First Lady's project

More than 1,000 Tarlac residents received free medical services, including consultations, laboratory tests, and medicines, during the First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos’ ‘Lab for All’ project in La Paz, Tarlac.

Mon, October 20, 2025 at 8:32 PM

DOT, DSWD distribute cash aid to 677 Masbate tourism workers

The Department of Tourism (DoT) and Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) distributed Emergency Cash Transfer (ECT) assistance to 677 tourism workers in Masbate affected by Typhoon Opong.

Tue, October 14, 2025 at 11:13 AM

Magnitude 5.8 aftershock hits Davao Oriental as quake death toll reaches nine

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake, tectonic in origin, struck offshore Manay, Davao Oriental on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

Mon, October 13, 2025 at 8:55 PM

DSWD provides over P49M aid to earthquake-hit Davao Region

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has provided P49,661,444.20 worth of assistance to areas in the Davao Region affected by a 7.4-magnitude earthquake.

Sun, October 12, 2025 at 3:23 PM

Free Funeral Services Act becomes law

The Free Funeral Services Act, also known as Republic Act No. 12309, has officially become law in the Philippines.

Fri, October 10, 2025 at 10:59 AM

PBBM orders 24/7 aid for Davao Oriental quake victims

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. directed all government agencies to provide 24/7 assistance to victims of the magnitude 7.4 and 6.8 earthquakes that hit Davao Oriental.