Dinky Soliman

Politician, Secretary of Social Welfare

Dinky Soliman - Politician, Secretary of Social Welfare
Born

1953
72 years ago

Died

September 19th, 2021
3 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Philippines

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Served as the 23rd Secretary of Social Welfare and Development in the Philippines. Held the position from 2010 to 2016 under President Benigno Aquino III, overseeing various social programs aimed at poverty alleviation and disaster response. Played a key role in the implementation of the Conditional Cash Transfer program, which provided financial assistance to low-income families. Engaged in numerous initiatives to promote social justice and welfare.

Oversaw Conditional Cash Transfer program

Managed disaster response initiatives

Promoted various social welfare programs

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