00:00At the 74th anniversary of the Department of Social Welfare and Development or DSWD,
00:05President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the government's commitment to improving Filipino
00:10families' lives through new development models. He launched the Pamilya sa Bagong Pilipinas
00:15initiative, which aims to elevate living standards through financial assistance,
00:20psychosocial support and care programs. Additionally, the president inaugurated
00:24the Harmonized Electronic License and Permit System, streamlining social welfare registration
00:30and accreditation. He also praised the DSWD's successful programs, including For Peace and
00:36the Sustainable Livelihood Program, while stressing the importance of public support
00:40for these initiatives. This initiative aims to strengthen family development and welfare
00:48in every stage of life, recognizing that nurturing households are the cornerstone
00:53of a thriving nation. In this program, we will examine the situation of each family
01:00to determine their real needs. At the same time, we will implement the necessary measures
01:08to ensure that the government's assistance is adequate and meets their needs.