The Department of Social Welfare and Development Field Office 7 has commenced the posting of the list of potential beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) across various cities and municipalities in the provinces of Bohol and Cebu.
A 4Ps municipal link in the municipality of Pres. Carlos P. Garcia, Bohol, posts the list of potential beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) at the barangay hall, ensuring that the information is visible and accessible to all concerned households.
The list is displayed in conspicuous areas such as barangay halls and other public spaces to ensure transparency and provide easy access to information for concerned families. Together with the list is a Pahibalo (public notice) outlining the step-by-step registration process, required documents, schedule, and designated venues for registration.
DSWD field staff, particularly the 4Ps City and Municipal Links, are closely coordinating with Local Government Units (LGUs) and barangay officials to ensure the orderly dissemination of information and smooth implementation of registration activities.
As emphasized by DSWD 7 Regional Director Shalaine Marie Lucero, “The registration process is designed to be transparent, organized, and supportive. We are working closely with local governments to ensure that eligible families are properly assessed and assisted throughout the process.”
This initiative is in line with the implementation of Republic Act No. 11315, or the Community-Based Monitoring System (CBMS) Act, wherein the 4Ps has adopted the CBMS as its Standardized Targeting System (STS).
Families categorized as ‘poor’ or ‘near-poor’ in the CBMS database are eligible for the 4Ps registration if they meet key socio-demographic requirements. These include households with pregnant women, children up to age 18, or those experiencing intersecting vulnerabilities.
Preference will be given to families with a greater number of children, those with younger dependents who require sustained health and nutrition support, and those belonging to vulnerable sectors such as solo parents, persons with disabilities (PWD), Indigenous Peoples (IPs), senior citizens acting as primary caregivers, and families residing in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDA).
Families officially identified through the CBMS as poor or near-poor are advised to prepare the following documents for validation and registration:
Required Documents:
- Birth certificates of children
- Valid ID of the parent or guardian (e.g., PhilSys ID, UMID, Driver’s License, Voter’s ID, or any government-issued ID)
- Marriage certificate (if applicable)
- School ID or Certificate of Enrollment (for children currently attending school)
- Solo Parent ID / Persons with Disabilities (PWD) ID / other proof of vulnerability (if applicable)
- Affidavit of Guardianship or any legal proof of guardianship (if the caregiver is not the biological parent)
Before posting the list of potential 4Ps beneficiaries on the barangay bulletin board, the municipal link in San Fernando, Cebu, conducts an orientation for barangay staff to ensure accurate dissemination of information for the registration of eligible families.
In addition, consistent with identity verification requirements under 4Ps policies, all household members must be registered in the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) prior to registration.
The DSWD encourages all listed households and the general public to review the posted information and comply with the registration requirements. Through this effort, the Department reaffirms its commitment to ensuring that government assistance reaches the most deserving and vulnerable sectors of society. ###