The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office Caraga, headed by the Social Technology Unit, conducted the WiSUPPORT: Wireless Mental Health and Psychosocial Support to Individuals and Families Affected by COVID-19 and other Crisis Situations orientation at Father Saturnino Urios University, Butuan City, January 25, 2023.

The Field Office discussed services to student leaders as part of intensifying efforts to provide Psychosocial First Aid through technology-based platforms.

According to the Director of Student and Alumni Affairs, Rev. Fr. James Michael Abellanosa, the University is thankful to be a part of DSWD’s feat in combatting social issues and FSUU is always welcome for partnerships that cater to the students’ welfare.

As part of the efforts in addressing and aiding the increasing cases of youth suicide in the region, the Agency through the said program doubles its efforts in promoting WiSUPPORT through information caravans in schools.