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Rex Gatchalian

Rex Gatchalian is the Secretary of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in the Philippines, known for leading various social welfare programs aimed at reducing poverty, improving education, and protecting vulnerable groups. He has been actively involved in initiatives such as the Tara, Basa! Tutoring Program and the Walang Gutom Program, which provide educational and food assistance to underprivileged Filipinos. Gatchalian has also addressed critical issues such as child abuse, advocating for stronger legal protections and ensuring the well-being of children and families nationwide.

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Mon, September 15, 2025 at 6:42 PM

Marcos, Gatchalian lead culminating activity for Tara, Basa! Tutoring Program

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian led the National Culminating Activity of the Tara, Basa! Tutoring Program (TBTP).

Fri, September 12, 2025 at 12:43 PM

Aeta farmers harvest crops from 10-hectare farmland in Pampanga livelihood program

Aeta farmers in Pampanga have successfully harvested crops from a 10-hectare farmland at the Floridablanca National Agricultural School (FNAS) as part of a provincial livelihood program.

Wed, September 10, 2025 at 4:31 PM

7 million Filipinos may lose aid due to proposed budget cuts

Approximately seven million Filipinos may lose out on social welfare aid in 2026 due to proposed budget cuts to the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program and the elimination of funding for the Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP).

Thu, September 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM

Hunger prevalence drops among WGP beneficiaries

A Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey commissioned by Globe and Monde Nissin revealed a decrease in hunger prevalence among beneficiaries of the Department of Social Welfare and Development's (DSWD) Walang Gutom Program (WGP) from October 2024 to March 2025.

Wed, September 3, 2025 at 8:40 PM

Walang Gutom program sees decrease in hunger incidence

Hunger incidence among beneficiaries of the Department of Social Welfare and Development's (DSWD) Walang Gutom program has decreased for the second consecutive quarter.

Sat, August 23, 2025 at 4:46 PM

DSWD expands guarantee letter program with 22 new partners

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWWD) has expanded its guarantee letter (GL) program with 22 new partners, including hospitals, pharmaceutical firms, and suppliers of assistive devices.

Mon, August 18, 2025 at 8:10 PM

DSWD warns against using cash aid for gambling

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.

Fri, August 15, 2025 at 6:59 PM

US pastor arrested for child abuse in Pampanga

American pastor Jeremy Keith Ferguson, founder of the New Life Baptist Church of Mexico, Pampanga, is facing child abuse charges under Republic Act No. 7610.

Thu, August 14, 2025 at 7:15 PM

160 children rescued from Pampanga facility over abuse allegations

Over 160 children rescued from a church-run facility in Pampanga are now under the care of the DSWD Field Office 3 after allegedly suffering physical, verbal, and psychological abuse.

Thu, August 14, 2025 at 2:03 PM

Pastor Jeremy Ferguson arrested, 156 children rescued from Pampanga church

156 children were rescued from alleged abuse at the New Life Baptist Church of Mexico, Pampanga Inc. (NLBCMPI) where American pastor Jeremy Ferguson was arrested.