With today’s media trends and fads centered on the worldly and the mundane, it is heartening to have a glimpse of some positivity. Not every day, social media is swamped with encouraging stories – stories of heroes bringing hope and compassion to those in need. Recently, Mr. Irwin Olano took to social media to share continue reading : Angels in Red Vests: A Heartwarming Tale of Compassion and Dedication from DSWD Caraga’s Unsung Heroes
In a transformative move toward sustainable living, the municipality of Loreto, Province of Dinagat Islands, set the stage for a groundbreaking decade-long journey as it implemented a Waste Analysis and Characterization Study (WACS). According to the National Solid Waste Management Commission (NSWMC), solid waste management remains a major challenge in the Philippines, especially in urban continue reading : From Waste to Wisdom: DSWD’s Cash for Work/Training Empowers Residents in Loreto, PDI
In the heart of Caraga, where the sun kisses the shores and mountains stand tall, a beacon of hope shines brightly through the efforts of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office Caraga. The Centers and Residential Care Facilities (CRCF), including the Regional Rehabilitation Center for Youth (RRCY) and the Home for continue reading : Empowering Dreams: DSWD Caraga’s Commitment to Resilient Youth
Amidst the hustle and bustle for the holiday preparations, a group of unsung heroes embark on a mission – locating and interviewing 4Ps households on the list for the special Listahanan Assessment. Known as the Angel in Blue Vests, these field workers are engaged in the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office continue reading : Dedication Personified: Tales of Listahanan Field Workers in Action
This Christmas, DSWD is taking its commitment a step further by ensuring that the children in the Agency’s Centers and Residential Care Facilities (CRCF) experience the joy and warmth of the festive season. The agency is making a concerted effort to make them feel that they are an integral part of the DSWD Field Office continue reading : DSWD CARAGA: Exemplifying True Meaning of Family
“Habang may buhay, may pag-asa” is a famous Filipino proverb that translates to “While there is Life, there is Hope. This proverb summarizes that as long as a person is alive, positive change is always possible, despite adversity. No matter how difficult or challenging the situation may be, there is always the potential for things to continue reading : Hope Springs from Opportunity
While many faces express the burden of loss brought about by the devastating Typhoon Odette that swept through the region in December 2021, there’s one face that continues to radiate positivity and gratitude. Meet Lola Patricia, her smile tells a story of gratitude as she received aid through the Emergency Shelter Assistance (ESA) program of continue reading : Gratitude amidst difficulties: Grateful Lola receives ESA
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office Caraga, headed by Agusan del Sur Social Welfare and Development (SWAD) Team Leader Michael Andohuyan, facilitated a Psychological First Aid (PFA) to the residents of the municipality of San Luis, Agusan del Sur. The conduct was in response to San Luis Municipal Mayor Hon. Ronaldo continue reading : DUTY CALLS: DSWD Caraga lends Psychological First Aid to victims of terrorist encounter