January 21, 2023 – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has appointed Valenzuela 1st District Rep. Rex Gatchalian as the new head of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). The appointment was made official during a ceremony held at Malacañan Palace in Manila on Tuesday, which coincided with the DSWD’s 72nd anniversary celebration.
Prior to his appointment to the Cabinet post, Gatchalian had served as representative of the first district of Valenzuela City in the House of Representatives, and mayor and congressman under the 14th and 15th Congress. He also worked as president of Waterfront Hotel and Casinos, board member for several private firms, and gained prominence for his social protection and disaster response programs.
Gatchalian graduated cum laude from George Washington University with a bachelor’s degree in political science, with secondary fields of study in marketing and psychology. His leadership skills were also recognized when Valenzuela City grabbed three spots in the Top 10 Outstanding Local Governance Programs at this year’s Galing Pook Awards — thanks to his initiatives such as “Valenzuela Live” program for digital earning, “Tagalag Fishing Village” project for livelihood and eco-tourism, and “Paspas Permit” online business permit application platform.
President Marcos expressed confidence that Gatchalian would be an effective leader for DSWD with his expertise in public service, management skills, innovative approach to problem-solving, economic development experience, and dedication to helping fellow Filipinos achieve their aspirations for progress.
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is an executive department of the Philippine Government created to become the lead agency responsible for the promotion of social welfare and development in the Philippines.
The DSWD is responsible for the protection of the social welfare of rights of Filipinos and to promote social development. The DSWD programs and services include but are not limited to:
Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps)
Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP)
Listahanan (National Household Targeting System for Poverty Reduction)
Social Pension for Indigent Senior Citizens
Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS)
Rehabilitation and Reintegration Services of Trafficked Persons
Minors Traveling Abroad
Residential Care Services for Children and Youth in Conflict with the Law (CICLs)
Kapit Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services or KALAHI-CIDSS
Philippine Adoption
Unconditional Cash Transfer
What is the DSWD Program Portal?
The is a DSWD portal that aims to provide helpful online information content for Filipino readers who want to know more about the social welfare and development programs that the Philippines has for them.
After all, the DSWD is one of the busiest government departments when it comes to handling concerns of Filipino citizens. The department has its hands full with programs like the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS) Program, Solo Parent Assistance, Senior Citizen Assistance, and many more.
There is now over 112 million Filipinos and as the number of population increases, so does the number of families who are vulnerable and in need of social welfare and development assistance. The DSWD is always on the lookout to extend a helping hand to those who need it most.
If you or anyone you know is in need of social welfare and development assistance, do not hesitate to contact the DSWD or visit their website for more information.
What to Expect from DSWDProgram.com
Filipino readers can find all sorts of information on this website, whether it’s about 4Ps Philippines or the list of requirements for 4Ps, as well as other social welfare and development programs offered by the Philippine government.
This website is also a great starting point for those who are looking for ways to help out in their communities. There are many volunteer opportunities available, and readers can learn more about them here.
Purpose of this Site
The Philippines is a country with a strong commitment to social welfare and development. Our constitution declares that it is the policy of the State to protect and promote the welfare of the people, especially the children, the elderly, the disabled, women and other underprivileged sectors of society.
In line with this policy, the Philippine Government has created various social welfare and development programs that aim to help Filipinos in need. However, not all Filipinos are aware of these programs and how they can avail of them.
This website aims to bridge that gap by providing helpful online information about the programs and services offered by DSWD. We hope that through this website, more Filipinos will be able to take advantage of the social welfare and development programs that can help them improve their lives.
We hope you find the information on this site helpful. Please stay tuned as we continue to update this site with more content.
Note: This is not the official website of DSWD. Please be advised that the content of this site is for informational purposes only. For more accurate and up-to-date information, please visit the official website of DSWD at dswd.gov.ph
