Manila, March 2 -- Strengthening family resilience, empowering the youth and advancing inclusive developments for marginalized and vulnerable sector will be highlighted during the three major meetings of the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) this week.

Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao, in a briefing Monday, said the meetings underscore the country's "RISE ASEAN" agenda in support of "a truly 'One ASEAN, One Response' region."

"These meetings emphasize our commitment to resilient families, inclusive development, smart youth innovation, and an environmentally sustainable and food-secure future," she said.

Dumlao said the first gathering is the 40th ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (SO...