DSWD airs concern over AICS funding cut in proposed 2027 budget

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Tuesday expressed concern on the significant budget cut for the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS) under the 2027 National Expenditure Program (NEP). During the House committee on appropriations’ briefing for the proposed budget of the DSWD next year, Social Welfare Secretary