MSWDO - Palapag

20/03/2026

Part 2 // Parade and Taboo
2026 National Women's Month Celebration

20/03/2026

Part 1 // ZUMBA
2026 National Women's Month Celebration

19/03/2026

HAPPENING NOW!!

It began with movement. It grew with unity. It now speaks with power. 💜
The LGU Palapag, led by Municipal Mayor Hon. Florencio A. Batula, through GAD under Sol. D. Drio, together with the MSWDO, local and national government agencies, officially opens Taboo ng mga Juana.
This is not just a celebration—it is a bold movement for every woman’s voice to be heard.
Breaking silence, challenging norms, and empowering every Juana to lead and rise.

13/03/2026

30/10/2025

Earlier this morning, October 30, 2025, the Local Government Unit of Palapag, through the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO),headed by Ms. Hydie L. Picardal, RSW, successfully facilitated the payout of cash incentives for solo parents covering the 1st to 3rd quarters of Fiscal Year 2025.

A total of 112 solo parents benefited from the program, which aims to recognize their dedication and strengthen support for their families. The activity was graced by Hon. Florencio A. Batula, DPA, Municipal Mayor, and Ms. Joy P. Ligayan, RSW, Social Welfare Officer I, who both expressed their appreciation and support to the solo parents. A touching testimony was also shared by Cresty Ong, one of the beneficiaries, who expressed her heartfelt gratitude for the local government's continued support.

Representatives from the MSWDO assisted during the payout, while the Municipal Treasurer’s Office facilitated the disbursement of incentives. This initiative is anchored on Republic Act No. 8972, or the “Solo Parents Welfare Act of 2000” and Republic Act No. 11861, or the “Expanded Solo Parents Welfare Act.” 💚

04/10/2025

𝐋𝐆𝐔 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐎𝐒𝐀𝐄𝐂 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡

The Local Government Unit (LGU) of Palapag, led by the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO), has officially launched an intensive awareness campaign against Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) throughout the celebration of Family Month.

​Recognizing the escalating threat of online predators, especially in the era of increased digital connectivity, the LGU Palapag is taking proactive steps to safeguard the future of the municipality its children. The campaign, which features stark visuals like the one released today, carries a firm, non-negotiable message: "STOP! ONLINE SEXUAL ABUSE & EXPLOITATION OF CHILDREN."

​"Family Month is the perfect time to emphasize that the fundamental duty of every parent and every local government official is to ensure the complete protection of our children," stated a representative from the MSWDO. "The online world poses new challenges, and we must equip our families with the knowledge to identify and combat OSAEC."

​The campaign will include community-based orientations, distribution of educational materials, and a strong push on social media to ensure the message reaches every household. The LGU calls upon all residents to join the fight, stressing the local dialect reminder: "PROTEKSYONAN NATON AN ATON KABATAAN!" (Let us protect our youth!)
​Palapag is committed to creating a safe environment where every child can grow and thrive, unthreatened by exploitation.

25/09/2025

19/03/2025

Yesterday, March 18, 2025, the joint LCPC, GAD and LCAT-VAWC 1st Quarter Meeting brought together key stakeholders to discuss and enhance our efforts in child protection, gender and development, and the fight against violence against women and children.
Together, we reaffirm our commitment in creating a safer, more inclusive community for all.
# LCAT-VAWC

28/12/2024

HAPPENING NOW! 🌟

The Solo Parent Incentive Payout is in progress through the leadership of our Municipal Mayor, Hon. Florence A. Batula, DPA , with the support of Sangguniang Bayan Members Hon. Ricardo A. Batula and Hon. Pepito A. Laoreno, the MSWDO Staff, and the MTO Disbursing Officer headed by our Municipal Treasurer, Ms. Glenn C. Barsolaso. 💖 Empowering our solo parents in line with RA 11861. 💕

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27/12/2024

ICYMI // FOOD REDEMPTION of WALANG GUTOM 2027: FOOD STAMP PROGRAM of DSWD last December 7, 2024.

27/12/2024

ICYMI // FOOD REDEMPTION of WALANG GUTOM 2027: FOOD STAMP PROGRAM of DSWD

Last December 7, 2024, the Evacuation Center in Palapag, Northern Samar, became the venue for a significant activity under the Walang Gutom Program of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). The food redemption initiative was a collaborative effort between the DSWD and local government units to ensure that vulnerable families in the municipality had access to essential food items.

Beneficiaries of the program, which primarily targets underprivileged households, were able to redeem their food stamps for items such as rice, vegetables, canned goods, and other nutritious staples. This event not only addressed immediate hunger concerns but also underscored the commitment of the government to improve food security and uplift the welfare of those in need.

Local officials, community leaders, and program coordinators facilitated the smooth implementation of the redemption activity. Beneficiaries expressed gratitude for the assistance, which provided much-needed relief during the holiday season. The program also served as a reminder of the importance of collaborative action in addressing poverty and hunger at the grassroots level.