In view of the rising cases of gender-based violence in the region, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office Caraga, in partnership with the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Caraga, conducted a two-day dialogue seeking to draft guidelines on the operationalization of the partnership between DSWD and CHR in formulating a plan continue reading : DSWD, CHR draft regional guidelines to operationalize GAD partnership
“With hard work and effort, you can achieve anything.” – Antoine Griezmann 17-year-old, Aces R. Dagala, believes that hard work and consistent efforts are important to achieve one’s dreams. Aces is the second among four siblings, and is the daughter of Mr. Christopher and Mrs. Criselda Dagala from Barangay Plaridel, Libjo, Province of Dinagat continue reading : Hope and Passion, a perfect recipe for a better future
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office Caraga in convergence with other partners and stakeholders, is mandated to effectively implement social welfare and development programs, projects, and services that will alleviate poverty and empower disadvantaged individuals, families, and communities for an improved quality of life. One of the programs designed to carry continue reading : 4Ps Caraga holds first-ever Katumanan, graduation/exit ceremony for household beneficiaries
In this time of trials and tribulations due to the pandemic, people forget to ‘stop and smell the roses’ – people miss the time to appreciate and reflect on the positive aspects of life. Everyone is anxious especially those who are experiencing some form of crisis, and it seems like there’s no way out. continue reading : Rose And Thorns: Overcoming poverty, protecting the needy
“Lugaw… is considered an essential good,” – this was a statement the Malacañang released when an incident in Bulacan blew up on social media. Apparently, a GrabFood rider was apprehended at a checkpoint in an attempt to deliver lugaw (rice porridge) to a customer living in an area under granular lockdown. Long before the lugaw continue reading : Lugaw, life’s hardships toughened licensure exam topnotcher
“Without frugality none can be rich, and with it very few would be poor.” – Samuel Jackson Delia Gemma Valle Jugasan recalled being sick as a child including her two siblings somehow due to the lack of nutritious food when they were young. The three of them got goiter. Even if her parents were continue reading : Frugality builds dreams
The story of Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) beneficiary Jessiemae Sabanto Buo’s family has always been anchored in their big dreams and bigger determination. Jessiemae and Jerole G. Buo were married in 2014. The couple is blessed with three children: Jerole Jr., Jefferson, and Jezrel Jade. The couple, who resides in the Municipality of Sibagat, continue reading : Couple wishes 4Ps to continue to benefit more poor families
Like any other traditional family, the Patagan household is headed by the ultimate provider Sancho (father), while Isadora (mother) took care of the children. The family’s provision for their needs is dependent with Sancho’s wage as a company driver at Manila Mining Corporation, Placer, Surigao del Norte. They were making ends meet, until the company continue reading : Growing up with less, but serving others more