Davao City  –  The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) regional office here nipped three awards during the recent awards ceremonies in celebration of the Department’s 65^th Founding Anniversary held at DSWD National Office in Quezon City last Wednesday.

Gemma Dolor  Dela Cruz, DSWD Team Leader of Davao Oriental was adjudged Best Public Servant; Team Sta. Maria of Davao Occidental was named Best Functioning Municipal Action Team; while DSWD Davao City District 2 Action Team was cited implementer of Best Convergence Initiative.

DSWD Secretary Corazon Juliano-Soliman presented the plaques and cash prize to all winners including those coming from the national office and other regions.

The three winners will be recognized again during the regional anniversary commemoration on February 16^th together with the DSWD XI Loyalty Awardees and outstanding development partners.

Theme for this year is DSWD @65: Mga Kuwentong Tagumpay, Tungo sa Masaganang Pagbabago. (DSWD)