Details by Hafzah Goldie D. Marohom On January 12, 2023, DSWD continues to support peace-building initiatives as they turned over P300,000.00 worth of Seed Capital Fund for three(3) Sustainable Livelihood Program Associations commonly known as “SLPAs” in the municipality of Manolo Fortich and Malitbog. PAyapa at MAsaganang PamayaNAn(PAMANA) is the Philippine government’s framework for peace continue reading : DSWD X aids SLP-PAMANA beneficiaries in the province of Bukidnon
Most senior citizens look forward to their retirement at the age of 60. Some may retire early; Some may work until 65. But Tatay Glicerio knows no limits at 72 and is categorized as a Person with Disability (PWD). His story inspires the generations to come: That work has no boundaries, only how far you continue reading : Off Limits to Age Limits
Challenges are expected in life. It is what we do with them that makes us as a person. In the municipality of Talakag, Bukidnon, a beneficiary of the Sustainable Livelihood Program, dreamed of a better future for her children. Through her livelihood at Amper’s Nylon Crafts, Elenith Amper’s perseverance and hard work bore fruit as continue reading : SLP beneficiary unafraid to start over again
In Kisolon, Sumilao, Bukidnon, three Higaonon women dreamt of a better life. Their threads intertwined as they attended the 10-day training in dressmaking held by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). The pandemic came in 2020 their lines may have separated, but they are simultaneously in sync with each other’s dreams. Instead of continue reading : Weaving a Colorful Thread
“Kung makadawat sila [sa kwarta sa gobyerno], ila ibutang sa maayo. Kay tiguwang naman ta, kinahanglan nato na maharuhay ug di nata magsalig sa atong bata.” [If they received money from the government, they should use it well. We are old(my wife and I), so we should be self-sufficient and not depend on our children.] continue reading : SLP beneficiary pays it forward
With the Christmas season approaching, many people are busy buying gifts at malls with festive tunes and colorful displays of flashing lights. But let us not forget the main reason we celebrate this Yuletide season- the birth of Jesus. As December 16 drew near, churches prepared for the annual Simbang Gabi. It is a devotional continue reading : A Christmas To Remember: A Tindera Sells Kakanin for the Season
Born with a congenital condition, the mother of four proves that she can raise her four children through her livelihood. How it started Lalaine Viodor, 55, residing in Linangkayan, Naawan, Misamis Oriental, is a sixth of the brood with seven children. His father was a fisher folk while her mother sold his father’s catch. Of continue reading : Disability is not a hindrance to have a better life
DSWDX’s alliance gives hope to 27 4Ps beneficiaries as they were awarded with scholarship by Xavier University – Andrew L. Gotianun Sr. Center for Integrated Technologies (XU-ALGCIT). Aside from the tuition-free education, the incoming senior high school scholars will receive uniforms, books, and will be housed in a dormitory with provisions of free daily meals. continue reading : DSWD X-XUALGCIT-DICT X secures education of 27 4Ps Students