LEGAZPI CITY, March 1 -- The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) 5 (Bicol) has begun implementing the Digital Financial Literacy Program, which will capacitate Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) beneficiaries concerning savings and online banking applications.

In an interview on Friday, Jessica Buendia, DSWD-5 4Ps information officer, said the pilot implementation in Bulan, Sorsogon on Thursday was part of the directives of DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian to include the economically disadvantaged population into the financial system of the country.

"This new program seeks to promote financial inclusivity and sustainability among 4Ps beneficiaries. It aligns with Republic Act 11310, also called the 'Act Institutional...