Ipadayon ang KALAHI-CIDSS! This was the cry of the community volunteers in the Municipality of Asturias in northern Cebu during the recent municipal-wide turnover of 33 community sub-projects in the town. Ipadayon is a Visayan word that means ‘continue’ what it has started or is currently doing. During the sharing of experiences, Clarita Hetosis, the continue reading : Community volunteers want continued KALAHI-CIDSS implementation
Lina Berongoy, a 62-year-old housewife from Sitio Mahayag, had her life forever changed by a tragic accident that nearly claimed her life. It was a day like any other, but it became a pivotal moment in her life and the development of her community. One fateful afternoon, Lina and her husband were heading back home continue reading : A Narrow Escape How an Accident Became a Turning Point for a Community
The Department of Social Welfare and Development Region 7 through the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan-Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) conducted a series of Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) for the closing terminal report of the National Community-Driven Development Project-Additional Financing (NCDDP-AF). The event, which marked the first of many FGDs across different municipalities, continue reading : DSWD 7 KALAHI-CIDSS holds Focus Group Discussions for the Closing Terminal Report of NCDDP-AF
Barangay Kabutongan, Santander, Cebu – Jenevy C. Burburan’s story stands as a beacon of resilience and hope. At 28 years old and born with congenital dwarfism, Jenevy faces daily challenges but remains undeterred in her quest to contribute to her community and uplift her family from poverty. Despite being a high school graduate, Jenevy’s disability continue reading : Big Dream and Brighter Future: Jenevy’s Expression of Gratitude to the Cash-for-Work (CFW) Program
In the serene Barangay Looc, Santander, Cebu, Veronica Juguilon’s story is about resilience and leadership. At 56, Veronica, who suffered a spine-deforming injury at age two, stands as a pillar of strength in her community. As the President of the PWD Organization of Barangay Looc, she is dedicated to advocating for persons with disabilities (PWDs), continue reading : Empowering Lives: Veronica Juguilon’s Journey through the Cash-for-Work (CFW) Program