DSWD proposes 'people-centered' budget for 2027
The Philippine Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has proposed a 241.2-billion peso budget for 2027, focusing on human capital and disaster response. Despite the decrease from the previous year's budget, the department aims to maintain efficiency through 'people-centered' investments.
Why it matters
Budgetary shifts in social welfare directly impact the government's ability to provide aid to millions of citizens in crisis.
Manila Bulletin - DSWD proposes ‘people-centered’ budget for 2027
DSWD proposes 'people-centered' budget for 2027
₱241.2-B budget proposal presented to Congress
DSWD's proposed allocation is lower than the ₱262.9-billion budget approved for the department under the 2026 General Appropriations Act (GAA).
Despite the lower proposed allocation, DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian said the department would maximize the funds by directing resources toward human capital development, community-driven development, and immediate disaster response.
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