LOOK: Gatchalian engages with DSWD Northern Mindanao officials, staff during inaugural visit

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, November 22 – Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian, accompanied by Undersecretary for Operations Group Monina Josefina H. Romualdez, made a notable visit to the DSWD Field Office (FO) 10 in Northern Mindanao on Wednesday. The distinguished guests convened with senior officials and staff, marking Secretary Gatchalian’s first visit to FO-10 since assuming office on February 1 of this year.

The engagement served as a platform for Secretary Gatchalian to engage with the dedicated personnel of the Northern Mindanao regional office, discussing key matters related to social welfare and development. The visit underscores the department’s commitment to fostering communication and collaboration across its various branches.

Secretary Gatchalian, who took the helm of DSWD earlier this year, expressed his appreciation for the hard work and dedication exhibited by the FO-10 team in advancing the department’s mission. The meeting facilitated discussions on ongoing projects, challenges faced by the regional office, and strategies to enhance the delivery of social services in Northern Mindanao.

The visit was not only an opportunity for the DSWD Secretary to gain firsthand insights into the regional office’s operations but also a chance for the officials and staff to directly communicate their experiences, successes, and concerns. The visit emphasized the importance of fostering a collaborative environment to address the diverse needs of the communities served by the DSWD in Northern Mindanao.

As part of his commitment to strengthening the department’s presence in different regions, Secretary Gatchalian conveyed his eagerness to continue working closely with regional offices to address social welfare issues effectively.

The engagement concluded with Secretary Gatchalian expressing gratitude to the officials and staff of FO-10 for their unwavering commitment to the department’s mission. This visit lays the foundation for ongoing collaboration and mutual support between the DSWD central office and its regional counterparts, ensuring a unified and effective approach to social welfare and development in Northern Mindanao.