DSWD distributes smartphones to 256 4Ps beneficiaries in Palawan
In a statement Sunday, DSWD said the distribution of refurbished smartphones is under the Pre-loved Phone Donation Drive, in partnership with the private sector.
It is a part of the agency's 'E-Panalo ang Kinabukasan' campaign, which aims to bring digital financial literacy and tools to 4Ps families, especially those in far-flung areas.
With smartphones, 4Ps beneficiaries can receive their cash grants through digital banking as well as use it for online learning and digital businesses.
'Our aim is to bring government services closer to where people are,' said DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian.
'With digital tools in hand, families no longer need to walk long distances just to access their cash grants. That alone can change lives,' he added.
During the distribution of smartphones, the 4Ps beneficiaries also engaged in financial literacy sessions.
For Carl Cruz, Globe President and CEO the initiative is about inclusion and access to opportunity: 'We hope these devices would help families not only receive their cash grants easily, but also for them to get the various opportunities to uplift their lives that technology makes possible.'
'This is more than just onboarding users, it is about financial inclusion and making sure no one gets left behind in the digital economy. Beneficiaries can receive their GCash directly and efficiently and they also gain access to digital financial services to support their daily needs.' said Oscar Enrico Reyes Jr., President and CEO of G-Xchange Inc., the mobile wallet operator of GCash.
DSWD has also distributed smartphones in Navotas and Romblon. — Mariel Celine Serquiña/RF, GMA Integrated News
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