DSWD calls for nominations for 'Natatanging Pamilyang Pilipino'
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is accepting nominations for the 2023 “Natatanging Pamilyang Pilipino” (NPP) awards in recognition of exemplary Filipino families who have made significant contributions to nation-building and the development of the family as the foundation of Filipino society, and to build a pool of ambassadors in promoting Filipino values.
As the Chair of the National Committee on the Filipino Family, DSWD has accredited civil society organizations, local government units, organizations, and entities engaged in families to endorse a nominee.
Nominees should be Filipino citizens, with good moral character and without criminal record, and regardless of socio-economic status, income had not been derived from gambling, child labor, prostitution, extortion and, other similar illegal sources.
Each organization may nominate one family and must submit the following requirements to the DSWD Field Office, where the nominee is residing.
Accomplished nomination form that contains the profile of the family, activities, awards received, community participation, and records of accomplishments; a write-up of not less than 500 words but not more than 1,000 words, with family photos; conforme to be signed by an authorized/designated representative of the family nominated to the NPP; three recommendations from the barangay/credible source (local officials, parish church, any authorized/credible organizations); photos of the family and their activities (family reunions, school, and other extracurricular activities); and video of the family that highlights their day-to-day activities, involvement in the community, etc. (optional).
The national champion will receive cash incentives of at least P50,000, while each regional awardee will get P10,000.
The deadline for nominations is on March 31, 2023.