CEBU CITY, Cebu (PIA) -- The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Region 7 recently held its first “Media Pasalamat” with the theme “Keeping People Informed on Social Welfare and Development in the Ever-Changing Media Landscape” in Cebu City.
The event recognized the field office’s media partners in Cebu.
A total of 27 individuals from various media outlets as well as government agencies, including the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Region 7, were recognized for their contribution to the dissemination of social welfare and development information from DSWD.
In her message, DSWD7 Regional Director Shalaine Marie S. Lucero said the awarding ceremony aims to show DSWD's appreciation to its media partners in the region.
“(We thank you) for being reliable partners in combating fake news and connotation, sharing correct information and updates, and their invaluable contribution to educating the public about the department," Lucero said.
She also discussed the new and innovative programs of DSWD that will soon be implemented, such as the Oplan Pag-abot Program, Tara Basa Program, Walang Gutom 2027: Food Stamp Program, and Buong Bansa Handa.
She ensured that DSWD7 will continue to implement its existing projects and services with "the utmost competence, effectiveness, and efficiency despite the challenges of giving social protection to society’s poor, marginalized, and vulnerable sectors."
Also present during the event are DSWD-7 assistant director for operations Juanito C. Cantero, assistant regional director for administration Tonyson Luther S. Lee, and members of the management committee: Protective Services Division chief Emma Patalinghug, Promotive Services Division chief Rosemarie Salazar, Disaster Response Management Division chief Lilibeth Cabiara, and Financial Management Division chief Patricia Megalbio.
The Media Pasalamat is spearheaded by DSWD7's Social Marketing Unit, which is the office's advocacy, promotions, education, and communications arm. (HFG/PIA7 with reports from DSWD7)
