Manila, Jan. 22 -- The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) marks its 75th anniversary this year with a purpose-driven celebration that underscores the department's renewed focus on child-centered development and future-ready social protection.

Celebrating its Diamond Jubilee on Jan. 3, the DSWD will roll out 75 activities anchored on the theme, "Henerasyon Ngayon, para sa Henerasyon ng Kinabukasan (Generation Today, Generation for Tomorrow)" spread throughout the entire year.

Assistant Secretary for Planning Juan Carlo Marquez, who is also the DSWD 75th Anniversary Committee vice chairperson, said the theme reflects the department's forward-looking approach to policy, programs, and services.

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