DSWD-7 Joins World Humanitarian Day Celebration

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office VII recently joined the World Humanitarian Day (WHD) celebration.

Celebrated every August 19, World Humanitarian Day aims in bringing together partners from across the humanitarian system to advocate for the survival, well-being and dignity of people affected by crisis and for the safety and security of aid workers.

This year’s celebration highlights the work of women in crises throughout the world. It supports the recognition that women deserve in the strengthening of global humanitarian response and honoring those women who have tirelessly improved countless lives.

DSWD, as a humanitarian government entity, participated by encouraging its employees wear blue clothing. DSWD-7 employees wear blue clothing on August 13, 19 and 20 in solidarity to the said occasion.