The expansion of the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan-Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services or KALAHI-CIDSS areas in the country, have been ordered by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. This move is to strengthen the government’s fight against poverty.
KALAHI-CIDSS is one of the flagship poverty alleviation projects of the government. It is spearheaded by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).
The project employs a community-driven development approach and people participation to reduce poverty, improve local governance, and empower people.
President Arroyo said the government will add 16 more municipalities this year to the existing 184 areas. (PIA/DSWD)
