DSWD boosts community resilience vs climate change
The agency has also set aside P4.35 million for a Cash for Work program benefiting 370 college students and graduates, and P2.35 million for 500 persons with disabilities.
AMID the impact of typhoon 'Basyang,' DSWD Field Office Caraga facilitated the distribution of 3,000 family kits in Tago, Surigao del Sur on Saturday, reinforcing its commitment to ensuring all families receive essential aid during recovery.
Photograph courtesy of Department of Social Welfare and Development
BAGUIO CITY — One of the most effective ways to lessen the impacts of climate change is by building strong, well-prepared communities. That’s the focus of the Department of Social Welfare and Development Regional Field Office (DSWD-RFO) Cordillera this year.
According to the agency, these efforts are being integrated across multiple programs to help local communities adapt to environmental changes.
A key part of this strategy is the “Pagkilos: Philippine Community Resilience Project,” launched in November 2025 by DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian. Implemented through the Kalahi-CIDSS program, it engages residents directly in local resilience planning.
DSWD Cordillera reports that the program currently covers 10 municipalities and 135 barangays, with a total budget of P186 million. Other ongoing initiatives include “Kapangyarihan at Kaunlaran sa Barangay — Community Driven Development,” which aims to finish six sub-projects according to technical schedules.
The agency has also set aside P4.35 million for a Cash for Work program benefiting 370 college students and graduates, and P2.35 million for 500 persons with disabilities under a similar scheme.