ROXAS CITY – Despite of a delay of one year in her studies brought by poverty, having to go through different jobs, and going to classes on an empty stomach, Rey Ann Peñaranda was able to graduate cum laude with a degree in Bachelor of Industrial Technology Major in Food Technology just this April last continue reading : Dumarao ESGP-PA granduate beats poverty, hunger; becomes cum laude

ANTIQUE – Sherryl Bargola was raised by her grandmother in an Indigenous People (IP) community of Brgy. Sagua, Anini-y, Antique after her parents separated. Back then, she has been dreaming to become a teacher – to teach children the importance of a family, education and health. During her elementary days, she even taught her fellow continue reading : IP staff regains confidence working at DSWD

PAVIA, Iloilo — From the historic town of Santa Barbara, Iloilo – the birthplace of freedom, bravery and heroism in the Visayas- comes a modern- day warrior who fights against poverty, illiteracy, garbage, deforestation and illegal drugs. Inspired by local hero General Martin Delgado who fought for freedom, 14-year-old Kaitlinn Cayne “Kikay” Lubrico, a Grade continue reading : Kaitlinn: A local child H.E.R.O. (Has Exceptionally Rendered Oneself

ILOILO City — It would be a merry Christmas for 167 MOA (Memorandum of Agreement) Pantawid Pamilya staff as they will be contractualized starting January next year. This was confirmed by no less than ARDO Delia Bagolcol before the 270 staff regionwide who attended the Year end Program Implementation Review at Hotel del Rio in Iloilo City continue reading : 167 MOA Pantawid Pamilya staff up for contractualization

AKLAN — We are here to do the work of God because our profession is sacred,” says RD Rebecca Geamala as she addresses some issues and concerns of staff and partner implementers during the Parners’ Forum at Sampaguita Gardens Convention Center in New Washington, Aklan today. Geamala also said that staff and partners should work together particularly through continue reading : DSWD6 inks strong ally with partners, stakeholders

GUIMARAS — Pantawid Pamilya beneficiaries of Brgy. Lanipe, Nueva Valencia in Guimaras listened to the discussion of RPC Belen Piad Gebusion during the Family Development Session (FDS) yesterday. Gebusion reminded parents of their major roles in the program implementation particularly in the compliance of 85% school attendance. The three-day spot checks of school facilities, and FDS venues, continue reading : Pantawid RPMO team conducts spot checks in Guimaras

MURCIA, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL – “The family that prays together, stays together.” This is the strong matra of Bohol couple Jocelyn and Allan of Brgy. Cansilayan, Murcia, Negros Occidental who was blessed with seven children. For them, it is their faith that keeps their family strong and better foundation for their children’s future. The mother Jocelyn, continue reading : Hard work always paid off: From funeral agents to business owners

AKLAN — A total of P1.4 million was released to 548 beneficiaries of Modified Conditional Cash Transfer for Indigenous Peoples (MCCT-IPs) under the Cash for Work (CFW) program in Madalag, Aklan. The CFW program includes clearing and brushing of barangay roads, canal and pathways with minimum wage rate of P323.50/day for eight days only. According continue reading : DSWD releases 1.4M for MCCT-IPs  

CULASI, Antique — Around 100 Pantawid Pamilya beneficiaries from Mararison Island in Culasi, Antique received new slippers and bags from DSWD and SM City Foundation on Saturday (October 13). Recipients were mostly children who are members of the Mararison Island Children’s Choir (MICC) which is managed by Joeryl Amaro. The gift-giving activity was part of continue reading : 4Ps kids receive early Xmas gifts