In an effort to improve early childhood education in underserved areas, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has approved PHP700 million for the establishment of child development centers in low-income municipalities.
Through the P-SSAR, the Philippines and the United States aim to improve security in the Asia-Pacific region, enhancing military interoperability and providing critical resources for modernization efforts.
AGRI Party-list Rep. Wilbert Lee calls for an increase in the loanable amount under the Survival and Recovery Assistance Program to PHP50,000, arguing it will help farmers and fisherfolk affected by extreme weather events.
To speed up rice distribution, the National Food Authority is working to clear warehouse space by milling palay and partnering with local governments for temporary storage solutions.
The Department of Migrant Workers and the Global Filipino Movement have teamed up to improve support and services for overseas Filipino workers worldwide, with a focus on welfare programs and enhanced information-sharing.
The DSWD and DOJ's partnership demonstrates the government’s commitment to providing integrated services for individuals in crisis, fostering a more just and inclusive society.
Senator Loren Legarda, an advocate for women’s rights legislation, encouraged collective action to turn aspirations into real, lasting changes that will empower Filipino women in all sectors of society.
The DSWD is set to celebrate Women with Disability Day on March 31, recognizing the contributions of women with disabilities within the agency and their significant impact on both internal and external clients.
The printing of ballots for the May 12 midterm elections is well underway, with the Comelec already printing more than 53 million ballots and targeting a completion date in mid-March.