Manila: The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) has reaffirmed its commitment to deliver safe, decent, and affordable housing and sustainable communities to homeless Filipinos as it celebrates its sixth anniversary this week. DHSUD Secretary Jose Rizalino Acuzar emphasized the department’s focus on leading transformative housing initiatives through President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s flagship Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino or 4PH Program, the national housing program for Filipinos.
According to Philippines News Agency, the weeklong celebration with the theme ‘Six Years of Empowering Lives: Building Homes, Building Futures for Every Filipino Family’ begins Monday with an exhibit featuring various stakeholders, showcasing ongoing 4PH projects and housing financial options offered by key shelter agencies. Throughout the week, clients and visitors will have access to free legal consultations, information on ongoing 4PH projects, and direct assistance from the Pag-IBIG Fund regarding housing loans. Information on housing programs from the National Housing Authority, the Social Housing Finance Corporation, and the National Home Mortgage Finance Corporation will also be available.
DHSUD plans to air two episodes of ‘Kapihan sa DHSUD: Housing Matters’ live on its official Facebook page on Feb. 11 and 13. These discussions will bring together local chief executives and beneficiaries of DHSUD programs, with key officials discussing future endeavors.
In line with the department’s commitment to improving sustainable communities, a ceremonial signing of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Provincial Development Physical Framework Plan for various cities and provinces, including Angeles City, Agusan del Sur, and Negros Occidental, will occur on Feb. 13. Other locations involved are Northern Samar, Pasig City, Bulacan, Laguna, Sarangani, Siquijor, and Zamboanga Del Norte.
The anniversary celebration on Feb. 14 will highlight DHSUD’s milestones and its commitment to addressing the country’s housing backlog, with top government officials expected to attend. Aligned with the Bagong Pilipinas (New Philippines) brand of governance under President Marcos, the event reinforces the department’s dedication to sustainable and inclusive housing for all.
Additionally, the department will conduct a fun run on Feb. 16 to foster engagement and teamwork among DHSUD employees and its key shelter agencies. More than a celebration, DHSUD’s anniversary marks a new era of unwavering commitment to crafting policies and providing affordable housing options, transforming lives, strengthening communities, and building a better future for the nation.
