BAGUIO CITY, July 5 -- Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) - Cordillera Director Maria Aplaten on Friday encouraged beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) to fully utilize the assistance they receive to improve their lives and secure a better future for their families.

"To the children of 4Ps, study hard and finish school to increase your chances of employment or livelihood opportunities that will uplift your lives," Aplaten said in a phone message to the Philippine News Agency.

She noted that while 4Ps provides financial aid, educational support, and livelihood opportunities, beneficiaries must take the initiative to actively improve their circumstances.

"They won't be in the program forever. Th...