Officials of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) held a meeting with the representatives of the Office of Presidential Adviser for Peace, Reconciliation, and Unity (OPAPRU) to strengthen their partnership in the implementation of social protection programs for Kapatiran members o
DSWD Officer-in-Charge Eduardo M. Punay (File photo) MANILA - The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and the Office of the Presidential Adviser for Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) on Monday conducted a sit-down meeting aimed to support the reintegration of the KAPATIRAN members into the society through the continuous provision and monitoring of social protection programs. KAPATIRAN is composed of former members of the Rebolusyonaryong Partido ng Manggagawa ng Pilipinas/Revolutionary Proletarian Army/Alex Boncayao Brigade - Tabara Paduano Group (RPM/P-RPA/ABB-TPG). In his message, DSWD Officer-in-Charge Eduardo Punay thanked OPAPRU for its continued support and guidance in the implementation of various peace programs of the Department. Punay said proper coordination between the DSWD and the OPAPRU is necessary to strengthen their partnership for the succeeding implementing years. Essentially, both agencies, he added, envision a mechanism that will ensure the su
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has been working closely with the Office of the Presidential Adviser for Peace, Reconciliation, and
PEACE INITIATIVE. Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity Secretary Carlito G. Galvez Jr. (right) commends Social Welfare Secretary Erwin Tulfo for the latter's swift approval of the initial PHP287.95 million to help former combatants, during their meeting on Aug. 22, 2022. The social welfare department's funds will be used for the implementation of sustainable livelihood, modified shelter assistance, and cash-for-work programs for the former rebels and their families. (Photo courtesy of OPAPRU) MANILA - Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity Secretary Carlito G. Galvez Jr. commended Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Erwin Tulfo for the latter's swift approval of the initial funds that will be used to help former combatants reintegrate themselves into mainstream society. "These funds will be invaluable, particularly in creating various livelihood programs and other socioeconomic opportunities for these ex-fig