The Provincial Action Team (PAT) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Davao del Norte, led by Social Welfare and Development Officer (SWADO) Ricky F. Tijon, paid a courtesy visit to the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) headed by Rosalinda Rapista on January 23, 2024.

The visit aimed to foster an open and productive dialogue between the two offices, focusing on matters of mutual interest, program updates, and upcoming initiatives. Both parties shared their 2023 accomplishments and discussed new programs, service modalities, and activities planned for the future.

“Having a strong relationship with our provincial partners is important for a successful program implementation of the Department,” emphasized SWADO Tijon during the visit.

Key participants during the courtesy visit included Novalinn Perl G. Paraguya, Provincial Coordinator of the Sustainable Livelihood Program; Honey Jay D. Bacus, OIC-Provincial Link of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps); Crisalyn R. Tolentino, Social Welfare Office III of 4Ps; Rizza M. Oteco, Area Coordinator of KALAHI-CIDSS; Donna T. Pulgo from the Social Pension Program; Jenejane Emuy and Mary Joy Lohera from the Disaster Response and Management Division; and Julie Ann L. Ang from the Crisis Intervention Section. (DSWD FO XI/JKAF)

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