Down Syndrome is quite prevalent in the Philippines, with one (1) in every eight hundred (800) babies born with this condition. Also, it is a genetic condition in which a baby is born with an extra chromosome – an extra chromosome in pair 21, which is why it is called trisomy 21. Furthermore, the person continue reading : EGV Celebrates Down Syndrome Consciousness Week 2024
DSWD NCR STANDS STRONG WITH BFP IN FIRE PREVENTION MONTH KICK-OFF CEREMONY
In a powerful display of solidarity and commitment to community safety, the Department of Social Welfare and Development National Capital Region (DSWD NCR) actively participated in the kick-off ceremony for Fire Prevention Month together with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), volunteer fire brigades, and other government and non-government agencies. The event was held on continue reading : DSWD NCR STANDS STRONG WITH BFP IN FIRE PREVENTION MONTH KICK-OFF CEREMONY
“Home Sweet Home”
For most Filipinos, family is an essential component of social life, and is also known for having strong and close family ties. We placed high regard and importance on our family before anything else. This article aims to share an inspiring story with all people, especially for young generations, about what and how family is, continue reading : “Home Sweet Home”
DSWD NCR TAKES AN ACTIVE ROLE IN UNVEILING DSWD’S EMPOWERING INITIATIVES: LAWA AND BINHI PROJECTS
On February 22, 2024, the Department of Social Welfare and Development – National Capital Region (DSWD – NCR) participated in the Launching and Signing of the Memorandum of Understanding for DSWD’s Projects LAWA (Local Adaptation to Water Access) and BINHI (Breaking Insufficiency through Nutritious Harvest for the Impoverished) at Barangay Kalawakan Covered Court, Municipality of continue reading : DSWD NCR TAKES AN ACTIVE ROLE IN UNVEILING DSWD’S EMPOWERING INITIATIVES: LAWA AND BINHI PROJECTS
EGV Kids Joins in 38th Kiwanis Special Games
Games designed for people with disabilities are tailored to accommodate various impairments, ensuring inclusivity and enjoyment. These games lead to improved motor skills, cognitive abilities, and social interactions, fostering a sense of empowerment and accomplishment. A global organization that serves children and communities hosted an event called “The Kiwanis Special Games” at Amoranto Sports continue reading : EGV Kids Joins in 38th Kiwanis Special Games
Sa Mata ng Batang 4Ps: Ang Pangarap ni Shereign Rose Garcia
“Ako ang guro sa hinaharap na magmumulat sa kabataan na hindi hadlang ang kahirapan upang makamit ang pangarap na inaasam.”– Shereign Rose Garcia Sa isang eskinita makikita ang tinatawag naming tahanan noon. Ito’y luma, maliit, at pinagtagpi-tagping piraso ng mga materyales upang makabuo ng isang tahanan para sa aming pamilya sa Barangay Kalawaan, Lungsod ng continue reading : Sa Mata ng Batang 4Ps: Ang Pangarap ni Shereign Rose Garcia
𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 | 𝐃𝐒𝐖𝐃-𝐍𝐂𝐑 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 ‘𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬’ 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐎𝐀
Upon the instruction of DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian, NCR Director Atty. Michael Joseph Lorico inspects the agency’s warehouse today (October 5) after the report of the Commission on Audit (COA). Together with Director Lorico is NCR Disaster Response Management Division Chief Bienvenido Barbosa Jr., visited and monitored the current condition of the NCR warehouse in continue reading : 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 | 𝐃𝐒𝐖𝐃-𝐍𝐂𝐑 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 ‘𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬’ 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐎𝐀
PBBM, leads distribution of premium rice to 1000-4Ps Beneficiaries in Taguig City
His Excellency, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., together with DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian, leads the distribution of premium rice today (October 4) at Taguig City University. At least 1000 Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) beneficiaries received 1 sack of 25-kilo premium rice, which was donated to the DSWD by the Bureau of Customs (BOC). In his continue reading : PBBM, leads distribution of premium rice to 1000-4Ps Beneficiaries in Taguig City