Department of Social Welfare and Development 

Mandate  

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is mandated to provide assistance to local government units (LGUs), non-government organizations (NGOs), other National Government Agencies (NGAs), People’s Organizations (POs) and members of Civil society in effectively implementing programs, projects, and services that will alleviate poverty and empower disadvantaged individuals, families and communities for an improved quality of life as well as implement statutory and specialized programs which are directly lodged with the Department and/or not yet devolved to LGUs.

Vision Statement  

“The Department of Social Welfare and Development envisions all Filipinos free from hunger and poverty, have equal access to opportunities, enabled by a fair, just and peaceful society.” 

Mission Statement 

“To lead in the formulation, implementation, and coordination of social welfare and development policies and programs for and with the poor, vulnerable, and disadvantaged.” 

Core Values and DSWD Brand 

• Maagap at Mapagkalingang Serbisyo; 

• Serbisyong Walang Puwang sa Katiwalian; 

• Patas na Pagtrato sa Komunidad