The social welfare department says it does not run scholarship programs but provides educational aid through its Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations program
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The Department of Social Welfare and Development posted a link to its scholarship program, which provides monthly cash allowances and free school supplies.The claim was made by a Facebook page named “DSWD educational cash assistance,” which has 43,000 followers. The post has 114 comments, 80 reactions, and 113 shares as of writing.
The post claims that the DSWD is running a scholarship program providing monthly cash allowances worth P6,500, along with a free cellphone, laptop, school supplies, and uniform. Parents will also receive P7,000 per month. The DSWD does not run a scholarship program, and the page that posted the claim is not affiliated with the social welfare department.Wala pong kahit anong scholarship program ang inyo pong DSWD.
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