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DASAC social assistance programs in Dominican Republic
Overview
The Directorate of Social Assistance and Community Feeding (DASAC) has implemented various aid initiatives across the Dominican Republic to support vulnerable populations. In La Vega, the agency coordinated with the Father Rogelio Cruz Foundation to provide technical aids, such as wheelchairs, and household items including beds, refrigerators, and stoves to over 200 low-income families. In San Cristóbal, DASAC delivered nine modern sewing machines to the Centro de Promoción y Ayuda para el Desarrollo Playa Linda to ‘foster economic independence and self-employment for local women.’ Emergency relief efforts have also been a priority. Following heavy rains and strong winds in Dajabón, the agency provided furniture and appliances to families in the La Ciénaga and Lajas Campeche communities. In the Barahona province, specifically within the Villa Central municipal district, DASAC provided families in the La Montañita sector with televisions, refrigerators, washing machines, and fans. Recent operations have expanded to the southern border zone in Elías Piña, where officials conducted food assistance rounds to deliver rations to low-income families and identify local needs. Furthermore, in Santo Domingo, DASAC leadership visited families in the Colonial Zone affected by a major fire, committing to replace lost household items through inter-institutional coordination. Expanding its scope, DASAC has launched field assessments in San José de Ocoa to prepare for the ‘Cambio de Fogones por Estufas’ program. Supported by provincial and municipal governments, this initiative aims to replace traditional wood and charcoal stoves with modern alternatives to reduce smoke inhalation and protect the environment. Director General Edgar Augusto Féliz Arbona noted that the program, informed by SIUBEN and Poverty Map data, aligns with President Luis Abinader Corona’s efforts to improve quality of life for families in need. During the commemoration of World Food Day, the government reported record figures in food assistance.
Entities
Edgar Augusto Féliz Arbona · DASAC · Dirección de Asistencia Social y Alimentación Comunitaria · Luis Abinader Corona · Luis Abinader
Claims
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The Director General of DASAC delivered nine modern sewing machines to the Playa Linda Development Promotion and Aid Center.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The donation aims to strengthen the local economy and support women in creating income through self-employment.
- [● 2 SOURCES] DASAC previously completed roofing work for the local facility.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The director of the congregation expressed gratitude to President Luis Abinader Corona and Dr. Edgar Féliz for the support.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The program is an initiative of the government of President Luis Abinader Corona.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Dasac will launch the 'Cambio de Fogones por Estufas' program to replace wood and charcoal stoves with electric or gas stoves.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The program aims to protect public health and the environment.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Dasac conducted field assessments in San José de Ocoa to identify communities using wood and charcoal for cooking.
- [● 2 SOURCES] San José de Ocoa was selected for the pilot due to its proximity to four protected areas and mountainous terrain.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The program will be implemented alongside provincial governments and municipal offices nationwide.
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[POLITICS] 7 sourcesDominican Republic reports record 4 million monthly food rations
The Dominican Republic's DASAC reports serving 4 million cooked meals monthly through an expanded network of 163 community kitchens to support vulnerable populations.
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesDASAC donates appliances and supplies to Polo firefighters
DASAC donated appliances, beds, and supplies to the Polo Fire Department in Barahona to improve the working conditions of local firefighters.
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[POLITICS] 10 sourcesDominican Republic to replace wood stoves with modern units
Dominican Republic's DASAC is launching a program to replace wood and charcoal stoves with modern stoves to improve public health and protect forests, starting in San José de Ocoa.
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[POLITICS] 9 sourcesDASAC expands social assistance programs in Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic's DASAC is providing food aid in Elías Piña, household appliances in Barahona, and emergency assistance to fire victims in Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone.
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesDASAC provides emergency household aid to Dominican families
The Dominican Republic's DASAC has distributed household appliances and essential goods to families in Barahona and Dajabón affected by fires, heavy rains, and strong winds.
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[POLITICS] 8 sourcesDASAC delivers sewing machines to San Cristóbal development center
DASAC delivered nine sewing machines to a development center in San Cristóbal, Dominican Republic, to promote economic independence and vocational training for local women.
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesDASAC provides aid to over 200 vulnerable families in La Vega
DASAC and the Father Rogelio Cruz Foundation provided household goods and technical aids to over 200 vulnerable families in La Vega, Dominican Republic.
Sources
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