The entrepreneurial triumph of the Proceso Family in Panalsalan, Plaridel, Misamis Occidental serves as a testament to the transformative power of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). The family’s extraordinary journey from humble beginnings to the bamboo craft’s success captures the hearts of their neighbors and continue reading : Bamboo craft transforms 4Ps life
Gracelda Tapayan slowly paddles the balance wheels of her sewing machine to stitch together garments and repair torn clothes after she prepares food for her children, who will go to school daily. Gracelda has faced the challenges of life head-on, single-handedly raising her four children amidst financial hardships. Gracelda, due to the constraints of poverty, continue reading : A solo parent remains resilient, improves the family’s well-being
By Marife Matratar Calamba, Misamis Occidental One afternoon in broad daylight, like any other family – staying inside their house, figuring out how life could be better. It was the usual afternoon that we had daily. My husband and I discussed how we could get some extra money for our bills, food, and more. It continue reading : ‘4Ps builds financial resiliency’
Fifty participants from the Municipality of Lagonglong engaged in practical training highlighting the Solo Parents Welfare Act and income-generating ventures on April 22, 2024, at The SPOT, Balingasag, Misamis Oriental. The participants, composed of barangay officials, Barangay VAW (Violence Against Women) focal persons, and solo parents, were informed of the salient features of the Solo continue reading : 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐃𝐒𝐖𝐃-𝟏𝟎 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲
The Fraternal Order of Eagles of the Manos de Oro Eagles Club has extended a helping hand to the Home for Girls, a residential facility under the care of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office X. The donation, which includes sports equipment and school supplies, aims to enrich the lives of continue reading : Manos de Oro Eagles Club donates sports equipment, school supplies to residential clients
Amidst the cacophony of daily struggles, the Igbo and Yoruba Proverb echoes a profound truth: “It takes a village to raise a child.” This saying resonates deeply, especially during the inaugural celebration of Solo Parent’s Week, where tales of resilience and unwavering love take center stage. Meet Joy Lim-Suzon, a beacon of strength in the continue reading : 4Ps worker: My love, resilience triumph against all odds
Cagayan de Oro City – DSWD Field Office X celebrates Solo Parents Week from April 151–21, 2024, with a series of events centered around the theme, “Solo Parent na Rehistrado, sa Gobyerno Tiyak na Protektado. Republic Act (RA) No. 11861, also known as the Expanded Solo Parents Welfare Act, declares the third week of April continue reading : Empowering Solo Parents: Celebrating Solo Parents Week 2024 with DSWD FO X
Raising a child is no easy feat. For solo parents, navigating this journey alone amplifies the challenges they face. As the Igbo and Yoruba Proverb aptly states, “It takes a village to raise a child.” But amidst the struggles lie stories of resilience and love, especially during the inaugural celebration of Solo Parent’s Week across continue reading : Insights from a solo parent and 4Ps worker