MANDATE

To provide assistance to local government units (LGUs), non-government organizations (NGOs), other national government agencies (NGAs), people’s organizations (POs) and other members of civil society in effectively implementing programs, projects, and services that will alleviate poverty and empower disadvantaged individuals, families and communities for an improved quality of life. (EO 15, 1998)

“…..to implement statutory and specialized programs which are directly lodged with the Department and/or not yet devolved to the LGUs”.  (EO 221, 2003)

VISION

The Department of Social Welfare and Development envisions all Filipinos free from hunger and poverty, have equal access to opportunities, enabled by a fair, just, and peaceful society.

MISSION

To lead in the formulation, implementation, and coordination of social welfare and development policies and programs for and with the poor, vulnerable and disadvantaged.

VALUES

The DSWD Core Values of Respect for Human Dignity, Integrity and Service Excellence:

Maagap at Mapagkalingang Serbisyo
Serbisyong Walang Puwang sa Katiwalian
Patas na Pagtrato sa Komunidad

QUALITY POLICY

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