Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office - Lanao del Sur

07/06/2026

June 2, 2026|5th Monthly Staff Conference

The Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO), headed by OIC-PSWDO Monaima A. Adiong, RSW, Ph.D. conducted its regular staff conference to discuss key updates, accomplishments, and upcoming initiatives aimed at strengthening social welfare programs and services in the Province of Lanao del Sur. The conference was productively facilitated by Social Welfare Officer II Asniah Macapanton.

Key highlights and updates included progress reports on the series of writeshops for the Manual of Operations of Residential Care Facilities (RCF) for Children and Women Survivors of Violence, as well as the Special Drug Education Center. Staff members also shared valuable insights from recently attended training sessions and programs, including the 1st Gender and Development (GAD) Focal Point System Orientation, the Training of Trainers (TOT) on Risk-Informed Comprehensive Development Planning (CDP+), the Benchmarking Activity at the Dalayunan Center in Iloilo City, and updates from the BANGUN Program Coordination Meeting.

Discussions also focused on the ongoing rice distribution across the 39 municipalities and Marawi City, including the challenges encountered during implementation. Administrative concerns such as office uniforms and daily attendance monitoring were likewise discussed.

The meeting concluded with the recognition of Maryam C. Alcasimen for her outstanding performance, hard work, and unwavering dedication to the office and to the people of Lanao del Sur.

07/06/2026

06/06/2026

📍 The Countdown Begins: 67th Araw ng Lanao del Sur Set for a Grand July Celebration!

Get ready as we celebrate the 67th Araw ng Lanao del Sur this July!

With the rich and vibrant theme, “Pakaradiyaan o Sarimanok,” symbolizing the unity, heritage, and resilience of the Meranaw people, this year’s celebration promises a series of exciting and meaningful activities for everyone.

Stay tuned for an exciting lineup of events, including cultural showcases, sports competitions, public service programs, environmental activities, Islamic programs, tourism events, women empowerment, youth innovations and many more.

Together, let us honor our heritage, celebrate our achievements, and make this year’s Araw ng Lanao del Sur truly meaningful and memorable.

02/06/2026

📌Patuloy ang pag-abot ng tulong ng Pamahalaang Panlalawigan ng Lanao del Sur sa ilalim ng pamumuno at direktiba nina Governor Mamintal “Bombit” Alonto Adiong Jr. at Vice Governor Mohammad “Mujam” Rakiin Adiong. Layunin ng programang ito na matiyak na mabibigyan ng suporta ang bawat residente ng Marawi City na higit na nangangailangan, lalo na sa gitna ng patuloy na pagtaas ng presyo ng mga pangunahing bilihin.

Naging matagumpay ang pamamahagi ng bigas sa mga sumusunod na barangay at shelter areas:

• Dulay Proper
• Darusalam Village
• Dulay West
• Hadiya Village
• Malimono
• Pantaon
• Pantaon Shelter CRS
• Papandayan
• Papandayan Caniogan
• Sultan Corobong

Taos-pusong nagpapasalamat ang Pamahalaang Panlalawigan sa pakikipagtulungan ng mga opisyal ng barangay at mga shelter presidents na naging katuwang upang maging maayos at mabilis ang isinagawang pamamahagi ng bigas.

30/05/2026

📌Rice Distribution sa Marawi City

Sa direktiba nina Governor Dr. Mamintal “Bombit” Alonto Adiong Jr. at Vice Governor Mohammad Khalid Rakiin Adiong, opisyal nang sinimulan ang pamamahagi ng tig-10 kilong bigas para sa mga residente ng Marawi City.

Layunin ng programang ito ng Pamahalaang Panlalawigan ng Lanao del Sur na patuloy na maghatid ng tulong at suporta sa mga pamilyang higit na nangangailangan sa lungsod, lalo na sa gitna ng patuloy na pagtaas ng presyo ng mga pangunahing bilihin.

Narito ang mga barangay at shelter areas na kabilang sa mga unang nakatanggap ng tig-10 kilong bigas: Angoyao, Ambolong, Boganga, Boganga II, Boganga Temporary Shelter, Boto Ambolong, Bubonga Cadayonan, Cadayonan I, Caloocan East, Caloocan West, Gadungan, Gadungan Mipantao, Gadungan Mipantao Shelter, Kapantaran, Kilala, Lumbaca a Marinaut, Marinaut East, Marinaut West, Moncado Kadingilan, Olowa Ambolong, Pagalamatan Gambai, Pagayawan, Patani, Patani Permanent Shelter, Patani Transitory Shelter, Paridi, Pugaan, Sugod Proper, Sultan Panoroganan / Kilala Permanent Shelter, Timbangalan, Tongan-Tongan, Tuca Ambolong, Tuca Marinaut, Wawalayan Caloocan, at Wawalayan Marinaut.

Taos-pusong nagpapasalamat ang Pamahalaang Panlalawigan sa lahat ng mga barangay officials at employees, pati na rin sa mga shelter area presidents, sa kanilang pakikipagtulungan at pag-alalay upang maging maayos, mabilis, at matagumpay ang isinagawang distribusyon.

28/05/2026

📌Distribution of Cash Gift to Elderly 80 years old and above in the municipality of Ditsaan-Ramain

Bilang isa sa mga pangunahing prayoridad nina Governor Dr. Mamintal “Alonto” Adiong Jr. at Vice Governor Mohammad Khalid Raki-in Adiong ang kapakanan ng mga nakatatanda sa ating probinsya, matagumpay na isinagawa ang pamamahagi ng Cash Gift para sa ating mga Senior Citizens na may edad na 80 taong gulang pataas sa Bayan ng Ditsaan-Ramain.

Ang distribusyon ay pinangunahan ng Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) katuwang ang Provincial Treasurer’s Office (PTO).

Ang programang ito ay patunay ng patuloy na pagpapahalaga, pagmamahal, at pagkilala ng pamahalaan sa mahalagang kontribusyon ng ating mga nakatatanda sa komunidad. Nais tiyakin ng pamahalaan na ang bawat lolo at lola ay nakatatanggap ng kaukulang kalinga at suporta.

Taos-puso rin ang pasasalamat sa Lokal na Pamahalaan ng Ditsaan-Ramain sa kanilang pakikipagtulungan upang maging maayos, organisado, at matagumpay ang isinagawang aktibidad.

28/05/2026

📌Social Development Committee Workshop

On May 25, 2026, the Social Development Committee, chaired by Monaima A. Adiong, RSW, Ph.D., successfully conducted a strategic planning workshop at the PGAD Conference Room, Provincial Capitol Complex, Marawi City , in preparation for the 2026–2028 Local Development Investment Program (LDIP) Workshop.

Engr. Norhaynah M. Diamla, EnP, provided an orientation to the committee members on the Local Development Investment Program (LDIP) and the Provincial Development and Physical Framework Plan (PDPFP). She also facilitated a session on the consolidation of the committee’s Programs, Projects, and Activities (PPAs). This collaborative effort aimed to eliminate duplication of services and ensure that all strategies are aligned with the PDPFP.

The workshop was attended by key provincial officials, including Committee Co-Chair and Provincial Health Officer Dr. Princess Elham Sacar, PGAD Focal Person Alliah K. Lucman, Planning Officer II and Committee Secretariat Amera Magarang, Chief Nurse Nurhanisa Carim, Social Welfare Officer III Sittie Janoraida Hadji Ali, and Administrative Assistant Merhama Balt.

27/05/2026

📌Distribution of Food and Non- Food Items to Families affected by Fire Incident

Mula sa Pamahalaang Panlalawigan ng Lanao del Sur sa direktiba nina Governor Dr. Mamintal Alonto Adiong, Jr., at Mohammad Khalid Rakiin Adiong, sa pamamagitan ng Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) at Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO), naihatid ang tulong para sa pitong pamilyang naapektuhan ng sunog sa mga bayan ng Ditsaan-Ramain, Tugaya, at Balabagan.

Ang mga apektadong pamilya ay tumanggap ng mga kagamitang makatutulong sa kanilang pang-araw-araw na pangangailangan tulad ng dalawang sako ng tig-10 kilong bigas, food packs, comfort kits, sleeping kits, kitchenware, at family hygiene and dignity kits mula sa UNICEF.

Lubos naman ang pasasalamat ng mga apektadong pamilya sa tulong at malasakit na ipinagkaloob upang makatulong sa kanilang agarang pangangailangan.

Muling nagpapaalala ang tanggapan ng Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) sa publiko na manatiling maingat at maging handa sa anumang sakuna.

27/05/2026

📌Rice Distribution sa mga bayan ng Madamba, Madalum, Tugaya, Taraka, Tamparan, Lumbatan, Balindong, Masiu, Pualas, Bacolod-Kalawi at Poona Bayabao🌾

Bilang pagpapatuloy ng programa ng Pamahalaang Panlalawigan ng Lanao del Sur sa ilalim ng direktiba nina Governor Dr. Mamintal Alonto Adiong Jr. at Vice Governor Mohammad Khalid Rakiin Adiong para sa kapakanan ng ating mga kababayan, matagumpay na naipamahagi ang mga sako ng bigas sa mga bayan ng Madamba, Madalum, Tugaya, Taraka, Tamparan, Lumbatan, Balindong, Masiu, Pualas, Bacolod-Kalawi at Poona Bayabao.

Personal na iniabot ng mga kawani ng Tanggapan ng Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) katuwang ang PEO-Motorpool Division ng ating pamahalaan ang nasabing tulong upang masiguro na may agarang suporta para sa bawat pamilyang residente, lalo na sa gitna ng patuloy na pagtaas ng presyo ng mga pangunahing bilihin.

Lubos namang nagpapasalamat ang tanggapan sa lahat ng mga lokal na pamahalaan, mga barangay officials, at mga boluntaryo na naging katuwang upang maging maayos at mabilis ang isinagawang distribusyon ng bigas sa bawat sambahayan.

27/05/2026

Eid’l Adha Mubarak!🌙🕌

May our homes and communities be forever filled with peace, love, and countless blessings. As we celebrate the Feast of the Sacrifice, the PSWDO remains committed to serving and uplifting our communities with compassion. May we always find the strength to share and sacrifice for the greater good.