DSWD TO AID JEEPNEY DRIVERS IMPACTED BY TRANSPORT MODERNIZATION SCHEME

MANILA, Philippines: The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is ready to assist jeepney drivers who will be impacted by the implementation of the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP).

"If someone approaches us and requests assistance, it will be responded to immediately by the DSWD," Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao said in a statement on Saturday.

"Again, subject to the assessment of our social workers so that we can ascertain the appropriate help or interventions that should be given to them," she added.

The department may provide food or financial aid under the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) or livelihood programs under the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP), as long as they meet the criteria for the two programs.

Under the PUVMP, the iconic jeepneys have been replaced with modern units.

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