Youth Code of Sorsogon

Republic of the Philippines
PROVINCE OF SORSOGON
Sorsogon City
SANGGUNIANG PANLALAWIGAN
SP Building Gov. Augusto G. Ortiz Drive corner Gov. Salvador C. Escudero, Sr. Drive,
Capitol Compound, Brgy. Burabod, East District, Sorsogon City-4700
EXCERPT FROM THE JOURNAL OF THE 108th REGULAR SESSION OF THE 10TH
PROVINCIAL BOARD ON AUGUST 23, 2021 AT THE SP SESSION HALL, SANGGUNIANG
PANLALAWIGAN BUILDING, GOV. AUGUSTO G ORTIZ DRIVE COR. GOV. SALVADOR C.
ESCUDERO, SR. DRIVE, CAPITOL COMPOUND, BRGY. BURABOD, EAST DISTRICT,
SORSOGON CITY.
PRESENT:
Hon. Manuel L. Fortes, Jr., Vice Governor/Presiding Officer
1ST DISTRICT 2ND DISTRICT
Hon. Krunimar Antonio D. Escudero II, MDMG Hon. Arze G. Glipo

Hon. John Ryan C. Dioneda Hon. Roland R. Añonuevo
Hon. Francisco L. Ravanilla Hon. John Paul “Ton” E. Erlano
Hon. Edmundo A. Atutubo Hon. Juan G. Guysayko
Hon. Rommel John C. Mella Hon. Ramil M. Robles
EX-OFFICIO
Hon. Ramon B. Escudero – Provincial President, Philippine Councilors League

Hon. Jose Arturo D. Enano – Provincial President, Liga ng mga Barangay
Hon. Roxan M. Escanilla – Provincial President, Sangguniang Kabataan Federation
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PROVINCIAL ORDINANCE NO. 09-2021

YOUTH CODE OF THE PROVINCE OF SORSOGON
Author: Hon. Roxan M. Escanilla
WHEREAS, Article II Section 13 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution states that, “The
State recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation-building and shall promote and protect their
physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and social well-being. It shall inculcate in the youth,
patriotism and nationalism and encourage their involvement in public and civic affairs;”
WHEREAS, Republic Act No. 8044, otherwise known as the “Youth in Nation-Building
Act” enacted in 1995, gives recognition to the youth’s responsibility to fulfill their vital role in
nation-building;
WHEREAS, Chapter III Section 23, Chapter IV Section 25 and Chapter V Section 27 of
Republic Act No. 10742 also known as the “Sangguniang Kabataan Reform Act of 2015” states
that, “To ensure wide and multi-sectoral youth participation in local governance, there shall be
in every province, city and municipality a Local Youth Development Council (LYDC) “which
shall be called, Provincial Youth Development Council, City Youth Development Council and
Municipal Youth Development Council, respectively. The LYDC shall be composed of
representatives of youth and youth-serving organizations at the provincial, city, and municipal
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Prov’l. Ord. No. 09-2021, Youth Code of the Province of Sorsogon
levels. The LYDC shall assist the planning and execution of projects and programs of the
Sangguniang Kabataan, and the Pederasyon in all levels.”
“There shall be in every province, city and municipality a Youth Development Office
which shall be headed by a youth development officer with the rank of at least division chief.
Such may be put under the Office of the Local Chief Executive, the Office of the Planning and
Development, the Office of the Social Welfare, or in any other office deemed appropriate by the
local government unit. If the funds of the local government unit are sufficient, it can be a
separate department with divisions and units for policy and planning, administration and
finance, and programs and operations. In the event when the local government unit has exceeded
the prescribed personal services limitations, the local chief executive may designate existing
personnel whom he or she deems fit to serve this purpose until such time that the local
government unit can already create this office.”
“For the purpose of emphasizing the role of the youth in nation-building and molding
them to become better citizens with the values of patriotism, nationalism and honor as a Filipino,
any Sangguniang Kabataan official, whether elected or appointed; or any member of the LYDC
must undergo the mandatory training programs before he or she can assume office. During their
incumbency, they must attend the continuing training programs undertaken by the Commission
in coordination with the DILG. Deliberate failure to attend the said training programs shall
constitute sufficient ground to disqualify the Sangguniang Kabataan official or LYDC member or
subject them to disciplinary actions;”
WHEREAS, it is the declared policy of the Provincial Government of Sorsogon to

promote and protect the physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual and social well-being of the youth
to the end that they are able to realize their potentials in improving quality living;
WHEREAS, it is vital to institutionalize youth participation in the local government to

recognize the diversity of the youth sector, and towards this end, encourage them to actively
participate and be involved in the crafting and monitoring the policies of the province;
NOW THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of the Province

of Sorsogon, that:
ARTICLE I
GENERAL PROVISIONS
SECTION 1. TITLE. This Ordinance, for purpose of brevity, shall be known as the
“Youth Code of the Province of Sorsogon.”
SECTION 2. DECLARATION OF POLICIES AND PRINCIPLES. The Provincial

Government of Sorsogon adheres to the state policy in recognizing the vital role of the youth in
nation-building and promoting the protection of their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual and
social well-being, inculcate in the youth patriotism and nationalism and encourage their
involvement in public and civic affairs. The Province of Sorsogon hereby recognizes the Linggo
ng Kabataan which falls every 12 th day of August every year that coincides with the International
Youth Day Celebration.
SECTION 3. GOVERNING LAWS. This Code hereby adopts all relevant and
enforceable international and national laws, regulations and local ordinances governing youth.
All other matters relating to the impositions or regulations provided in this Code shall be
governed by the pertinent provisions of existing laws and other ordinances such as but not
limited to:
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a) Specific sections of the Constitution
1. Article II Section 13 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, stipulates that “The

State recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation-building and shall promote
and protect their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual and social well-being. It
shall inculcate in the youth patriotism and nationalism and encourage their
involvement in public and civic affairs;”
2. Article II Section 17 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution provides that “The State
shall give priority to education, science and technology, arts, culture, and sports
to foster patriotism and nationalism, accelerate social progress, and promote
total human liberation and development;”
3. Article XIV Section 1 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution states that “The State
shall protect and promote the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels
and shall take appropriate steps to make such education accessible to all.”
4. Article XIV Section 2 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution provides that the state
shall:
(1) Establish, maintain, and support a complete, adequate and integrated system of
education relevant to the needs of the people and society;
(2) Establish and maintain a system of free public education at the elementary and
high school levels. Without limiting the natural right of parents to rear their
children, elementary education is compulsory for all children of school ages;
(3) Establish and maintain a system of scholarship grants, student loan programs,
subsidies and other incentives which shall be available to deserving students in
both public and private schools, especially to the underprivileged;
(4) Encourage non-formal, informal and indigenous learning systems, as well as

self-learning, independent and out-of-school study programs, particularly those
that respond to community needs; and
(5) Provide adult citizens, the disabled, and out-of-school youth with training in
civics, vocational efficiency, and other skills.
b) Presidential Decrees
1. 603, otherwise known as “The Child and Youth Welfare Code”

2. 442, otherwise known as the “Labor Code of the Philippines”, as amended
c) Republic Acts:
1. 10742, otherwise known as the “Sangguniang Kabataan Reform Act of 2015”

2. 9344, otherwise known as the “Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006”
3. 8044, otherwise known as the “Youth in Nation Building Act of 1995”
4. 6655, otherwise known as the “Free Public Secondary Education Act of 1988”
5. 10931, otherwise known as the “Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education
Act”
6. 7796, otherwise known as the “Technical Education and Skills Development Act
of 1994”
7. 7610, otherwise known as the “Special Protection of Children Against Abuse,
Exploitation and Discrimination Act”
8. 7877, otherwise known as the “Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995”
9. 8353, otherwise known as the “Anti-Rape Law of 1997”
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10. 9165, otherwise known as the “Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002”
11. 9710, otherwise known as “Magna Carta for Women”
12. 386, otherwise known as the “Civil Code of the Philippines”
13. 9208, otherwise known as the “Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2003”
14. Republic Act No. 9775 or the “Anti-Child Pornography Act of 2009”
15. Republic Act No. 10175 or the “Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012”
16. Republic Act No. 11313 or the “The Safe Spaces Act”
17. Republic Act No. 9995 or the “An Act Defining and Penalizing the Crime of
Photo and Video Voyeurism, Prescribing Penalties Therefor, and for Other
Purposes”
SECTION 4. DEFINITION OF TERMS. The following terms as used in the Code

shall mean:
a) Annual Barangay Youth Investment Program (ABYIP) – The ABYIP shall refer
to the yearly program based on the Comprehensive Barangay Youth Development
Plan. It shall contain the specific programs, projects and activities with
corresponding project costs, including the necessary fund flows to approximate the
reasonable timing in the release of funds;
b) Annual Youth Development Action Plan (AYDAP) – The AYDAP is an
organizational plan that aims to address capability building concerns and other PPAs
with the corresponding venue, costs and timeframe, subject to the discretion of the
SK Pederasyon and Local Youth Development Council;
c) Anti-Social Related Activities – Acts against property, chastity and person which
include but are not limited to the following:
1. Snatching, shoplifting, misrepresentations;

2. Usage and pushing of prohibited drugs;
3. Sale or distribution of lewd/obscene reading materials;
4.Pimping for young and adult prostitutes, sexual perversions and participating in
obscene shows;
5. Gambling of any kind;
6. Rape and incest; and
7. All other circumstances as defined by the existing laws.
d) Battered Woman Syndrome – Refers to the scientifically defined pattern of

psychological and behavioral symptoms found in women living in battering
relationships as a result of cumulative abuse.
e) Bullying – Refers to any severe, or repeated use by one or more students of a written,
verbal or electronic expression, or a physical act or gesture, or any combination
thereof, directed at another student that has the effect of actually causing or placing
the latter in reasonable fear of physical or emotional harm or damage to his property;
creating a hostile environment at school for the other student; infringing on the rights
of another student at school; or materially and substantially disrupting the education
process or the orderly operation of a school; such as, but not limited to the following:
1. Any unwanted physical contact between the bully and the victim like punching,
pushing, shoving, kicking, slapping, tickling, headlocks, inflicting school pranks,
teasing, fighting and use of available objects as weapons;
2. Any act that causes damage to a victim’s psyche and/or emotional well-being;
3. Any slanderous statement or accusation that causes the victim undue emotional
distress like directing foul language or profanity at the target, name-calling,
tormenting and commenting negatively on victim’s looks, clothes and body;
4. ‘Cyber-bullying’ or any types of bullying done through the use of technology or
any electronic means. The term shall also include any conduct that results in
harassment, intimidation, or humiliations through the use of other forms of
technology, including but not limited to texting, email, instant messaging,
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chatting, internet, social media, online games, or other platforms or formats as

defined in DepEd Order No. 40, s. 2012; and
5. Any other forms of bullying as may be provided in the school’s child protection or
anti-bullying policy, consistent with the Act and this IRR (IRR of RA No. 10627).
6. The term “bullying” shall also include:
i. “Social bullying” – Refers to any deliberate, repetitive and aggressive social

behavior intended to hurt others or to belittle another individual or group.
ii. “Gender-based bullying” – Refers to any act that humiliates or excludes a
person on the basis of perceived or actual sexual orientation and gender
identity (SOGI);
f) Center of Participation – Refers to the priority Centers of Youth Participation;

g) Child Youth – Shall include all youth whose ages range from 15-17 years;
h) Civil Rights – The rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.
i) Community-based Programs – Refers to the programs provided in a community
setting developed for purposes of intervention and diversion, as well as rehabilitation
of the child-in-conflict-with-the-law for reintegration into his/her family and/or
community;
j) Community-Based Organization – Refers to a youth organization or youth-serving
organization whose programs, projects and memberships are based only in a certain
locality or community;
k) Commission – Shall refer to the National Youth Commission;
l) Comprehensive Barangay Youth Development Plan (CBYDP) – The CBYDP is a
three-year rolling plan, aligned with the PYDP and the LYDP. It shall be the basis
for the crafting of the BYIP or the annual program containing specific programs,
projects and activities with corresponding costs including the necessary funds flow to
approximate the reasonable timing in the release of funds;
m) Consortium/Federation – Refers to a youth organization or youth-serving
organization whose members are from at least two (2) youth organizations and
youth-serving organizations which agreed to consolidate efforts to pursue a common
interest;
n) Council – Shall refer to the Provincial Youth Development Council of Sorsogon and
Local Youth Development Council;
o) Cultural and Arts-Based Youth – Shall refer to youth organizations whose primary
purpose is to advance the cultural identity and the arts in the locale and provincial
context;
p) CSOs – Civil Society Organizations – A non-state and non-profit association that
works to improve society and the human condition. Basic types of CSOs include
non-governmental organizations, people’s organizations, civic organizations,
cooperatives, social movements, professional groups and business groups (DILG
Memorandum Circular 2013-70);
q) Development – The improved well-being, or welfare, of people and the process by
which this is achieved; the sustained capacity to achieve a better life;
r) Faith-Based Organization – Refers to a youth organization or youth-serving
organization whose membership(s) belongs to a certain religion or sect of religious
belief;
s) Hazing – Shall mean an initiation rite being conducted as a prerequisite for
admission into membership in a fraternity, sorority, or organization by placing the
recruit, neophyte, or applicant in an embarrassing or humiliating situation such as
forcing him/her to do menial, silly foolish, and other similar tasks or activities, or
otherwise subjecting him/her to physical suffering or injury (Republic Act No. 8049);
t) In-School Youth – Shall refer to all youth of school ages, whether organized or not,
presently enrolled with any educational, vocational institution, which includes but
not limited to the following school organizations (academic or non-academic),
student government, fraternities and sororities;
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u) Level of Organization
1. National Organization – Refers to a youth organization or youth-serving

organization with members coming from at least two (2) regions but not from the
three (3) island groups and whose major programs are either regional or national
in nature and scope:
2. Regional Organization – Refers to a youth organization or youth-serving
organization with members coming from at least two (2) provinces within a
region and whose major programs are regional in nature and scope;
3. Provincial Organization – Refers to a youth organization or youth-serving
organization with members coming from at least (2) cities and/or municipalities
of a province and whose major programs are provincial in nature and scope;
4. City/Municipal Organization – Refers to a youth organization or youth-serving
organization with members coming from at least two (2) barangays of a city or a
municipality and whose major programs are city-wide or municipal in nature and
scope; and
5. Barangay Youth Organization – Is an independent youth organization that shall be
created in every barangay as a support avenue different from Barangay
Sangguniang Kabataan.
v) Local Development Plan (LDP) – The Local Development Plan refers to the three
(3) year comprehensive multi-sectoral local government development plan that sets
the local government vision, sectoral goals, objectives, development strategies and
policy priorities;
w) Local Government Unit (LGU) – A political subdivision that enjoys autonomy,
especially in local affairs. This political subdivision includes provinces,
municipalities, cities and barangays.
x) Local Youth Development Council (LYDC) – A multi-sectoral youth association,
which shall be called Provincial Youth Development Council (PYDC), City Youth
Development Council (CYDC) and Municipal Youth Development Council
(MYDC);
y) Local Youth Development Officer – Is the designated and/or appointed by the LCE
who will coordinate and shall harmonize the overall youth program of the
Sangguniang Kabataan and Local Youth Development Council for its realization and
implementation.
z) Local Youth Development Plan (LYDP) – The LYDP shall refer to the three-year
strategic youth development plan formulated at the provincial, city, or municipal,
initially drafted by the respective SK Pederasyon and finalized by the LYDC. This
shall be submitted to the local chief executive for inclusion in the Local
Development Plan and subsequently endorsed to the sanggunian of the local
government unit concerned for approval;
aa) Mandatory and Continuing Training Providers – Shall refer to persons or
institutions accredited by the Commission to conduct mandatory and continuing
training programs of SK and LYDC members. These shall include officers and
personnel of the Local Youth Development Office (LYDO), persons designated by
the chief executive in case there is no LYDO, state universities and colleges,
educational and training institutions, government and non-government agencies and
other personnel or institutions experienced in youth development;
bb) Out-of-School-Youth – Shall refer to all youth of school age, whether organized or
not, who are unable to avail of the formal school system or who have dropped out
from formal elementary, secondary, tertiary or vocational education;
cc) Person with Disabilities (PWD) – Shall refer to and include those who have long-
term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments which in interaction with
various barriers may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an
equal basis;
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dd) Philippine Youth Development Plan (PYDP) – The PYDP shall refer to the
comprehensive national plan expressing the convergence efforts of the different
youth-serving agencies, civil society organizations and youth organizations designed
to promote the general welfare, development and empowerment of the youth, in
preparation for their vital roles in nation-building;
ee) Provincial Youth Development Plan – Is the 3-year rolling youth development plan
of the province;
ff) Provincial Government Plan – Shall refer to the annual plan specifically pertaining
for the youth development in the province of Sorsogon;
gg) School-Based Organization – Refers to a youth organization or youth-serving
organization whose memberships are students belonging to schools or
universities/colleges/institutions both private and public legally recognized by the
government;
hh) Special Advocacy-Based Youth –Any youth organization whose primary goal is to
serve youth with particular needs such as youth with disabilities, youth in situations
of armed conflict, victims of natural disaster and calamities, youth offenders,
delinquent youth, LGBTQ youth, drug-dependent youth, street youth,
abused/exploited youth and abandoned/neglected youth, among others;
ii) Working Youth – Shall refer to all youth whose ages range from 18-30 years and
who are employed either on a regular or temporary basis;
jj) Youth – Shall refer to those persons whose ages range from fifteen (15) to thirty
(30) years old as defined in Republic Act No. 8044. For the purpose of targeted
programming for the youth, the age disaggregation shall be considered:
15 – 17 – child youth
18 – 24 – core youth
25 – 30 – adult youth
SECTION 5. COVERAGE. This ordinance shall cover all youth as herein defined, who
live or sojourn within the territorial jurisdiction of the Province of Sorsogon, and, as herein
provided barangays, communities, private and public institutions, national agencies and local
offices, private business entities, consortium, youth and youth-serving organizations.
SECTION 6. RIGHTS OF THE YOUTH. Youth shall be entitled to the rights herein
set forth without distinction as to the legitimacy or illegitimacy, sex, social status, religion,
political antecedents and other factors:
a) Right to a wholesome family life that will provide him/her with love, care and
understanding, guidance and counseling, moral and material support;
b) Right to a well-rounded development of his/her personality to the extent that he/she
becomes happy, useful and active member of society;
c) The gifted/special youth shall be given opportunity and encouragement to develop
his special talents; the emotionally disturbed or socially maladjusted youth shall be
treated with sympathy and understanding, and shall be entitled to treatment and
competent care; The physically or mentally handicapped youth shall be given the
treatment, education and care required by his particular condition;
d) Right to education to uplift their lives from peripheries and future security of their
well-being;
e) Right to full opportunities in socio-economic activities;
f) Right to protection against exploitation, exposure to hazardous workplace and
activities and other conditions that modify health aggressions against physical,
mental, emotional, moral and social issues;
g) Right to live in a supportive and conducive community free from pernicious
influences of the industrial irregularities and unrestrained human ecological
recreations;
h) Right to a kind of government that is efficient, decent and moral;
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i) Right to choose his/her career and spouse which may constitute proper guidance and
orientation to fast track his/her goal;
j) Right to be brought up in an atmosphere of morality and rectitude for the enrichment
and the strengthening of his character;
k) Right to full opportunities for safe and wholesome recreation and activities –
individual as well as social – for the wholesome use of his leisure hours;
l) Right to protection against exploitation, improper influences, hazards, and other
conditions or circumstances prejudicial to his physical, mental, emotional, social and
moral development;
m) Right to the care, assistance and protection of the State, particularly when his parents
or guardians fail or are unable to provide him with his fundamental needs for growth,
development and improvement;
n) Right to grow up as a free individual in an atmosphere of peace, understanding,
tolerance and universal brotherhood, and with the determination to contribute his
share in the building of a better world; and
o) Right to an efficient and honest government that would deepen his faith in
democracy and inspire him with the morality of the constituted authorities both in
their public and private lives (Presidential Decree No. 603. Art. 3.11).
SECTION 7. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE YOUTH. All sectors declared herein

and duly defined as youth regardless of his/her social, physical, mental and religious status shall:
a) Purposefully live virtuously and uprightly through moral and experiential

demonstration of his/her elders, mentors, parents and relatives;
b) Act with love and respect to other persons and create a strong bond of family and
community;
c) Perform the 5R’s comprises of responsible, reliable, responsive and ready for
reforms towards social and community development;
d) Participate actively in civic affairs as a call of duty to help reshape the nation’s future
by having the state of quality thought of being a servant leader;
e) Initiate for change through creative innovations in science and technology with the
social sectors as the benefactors;
f) Demonstrate in times of conflicts diplomatic means of resolving the differences
among the parties;
g) Be a catalyst for change in raising awareness about the causes of environmental
constraints, as well as the degradation of social empowerment in labor, education,
health and cultures;
h) Transcend and re-echo the learnings capacitated to him through his international
affairs in the form of training, seminar and study-leave program;
i) Accept the offer of membership and “officership” offered in any local, provincial,
national and/or international organization;
j) Strive to lead an upright and virtuous life in accordance with the tenets of his
religion, the teachings of his elders and mentors and the biddings of a clean
conscience;
k) Love, respect and obey his parents and cooperate with them in the strengthening of
the family;
l) Exert his utmost to develop his potentialities for service, particularly by undergoing a
formal education suited to his abilities, in order that he may become an asset to
himself and to society;
m) Respect not only his elders but also the customs and traditions of our people, the
memory of our heroes, the duly constituted authorities, the laws of our country and
the principles and institutions of democracy;
n) Help in the observance of individual human rights, the strengthening of freedom
everywhere, the fostering of cooperation among nations in the pursuit of their
common aspirations for programs and prosperity, and the furtherance of world peace;
and
o) Live by the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.
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SECTION 8. GENERAL DUTIES OF THE COMMUNITY. To ensure the full

employment of the right to live in a society that offers or guarantee him or her safety, health,
good moral environment and facilities for his or her wholesome growth and development, it shall
be the duty of the community to:
a) Bring about a healthy environment necessary to the normal growth of children and
the enhancement of their physical, mental and spiritual well-being;
b) Help institutions of learning, whether public or private, achieve the fundamental
objectives of education;
c) Organize or encourage movements and activities for the furtherance of the interests
of children and youth;
d) Promote the establishment and maintenance of adequately equipped sports, learning
and recreational facilities;
e) Support the programs and activities implemented by the Sangguniang Kabataan;
f) Assist the province in addressing issues relating to children-in-conflict with the law
and design and implement preventive programs;
g) Aid in carrying out special projects for the betterment of youth in the remote areas or
belonging to cultural minorities or those who are out of school; and
h) Cooperate with community-based organizations, civil-service organizations and
others.
SECTION 9. THE FAMILY. The family is the basic and autonomous unit of society
responsible for the proper caring and guidance of their sons and daughter. The family has the
primary responsibility of nurturing their sons and daughters’ skills and talents, molding their
identity through the culture, values and norms of their society. The parents shall have the right to
youth development – the primary right and obligation to provide for their upbringing.
SECTION 10. DUTIES OF PARENTS. Parents shall have the following general duties
toward their child/children:
a) Give them affection, companionship and understanding;

b) Extend to them the benefits of moral guidance, self-discipline and religious
instruction;
c) Supervise their activities, including the kind of recreation they are in;
d) Inculcate in them the value of industry, thrift and self-reliance;
e) Stimulate them interest in civic affairs, teach them the duties of citizenship and
develop their commitment to the country;
f) Advise them properly on any matter affecting development and well-being;
g) Always set a good example; and
h) Provide them with adequate support, as defined in Article 194 of the Family Code.
SECTION 11. FAMILY AFFAIRS. When appropriate, parents shall enable their
child/children to participate in the discussion of family affairs, especially in matters that
particularly concern them. In cases involving discipline, they must be given the opportunity to
tell their side of the story.
SECTION 12. JOINT PARENTAL AUTHORITY. The father and mother shall
exercise jointly just and reasonable parental authority and responsibility over their legitimate or
adopted son or daughter. In case of disagreement, the father's decision shall prevail unless there
is a judicial order to the contrary.
In case of the absence or death of either parent, the present or surviving parent shall
continue to exercise parental authority over such children, unless in case of the surviving parent's
remarriage, the court, for justifiable reasons, appoints another person as guardian.
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Furthermore, for some legal proceedings of such, Presidential Decree No. 603 shall be
observed and followed as well as other pertinent existing laws and regulations.
SECTION 13. ROLE OF EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS. Educational institutions

shall work together with parents, community organizations and agencies concerned with the
activities of children and youth. Educational institutions shall incorporate in their curriculum a
subject on the rights and responsibilities of youth, subject to the guidelines set by the Department
of Education (DepEd) and the Commission on Higher Education (CHEd).
SECTION 14. ROLE OF THE MASS MEDIA. The mass media shall be aware of their
extensive social role and responsibility, as well as their influence in communications relating to
youth. They should use their power to protect the rights of the youth by relaying consistent
messages and information through balanced and responsible reporting.
Special attention should be given to effective anti-drug awareness campaigns, HIV/STD,

pandemic, overweight and obesity, mortality and morbidity of child-youth and other women-
related illnesses, educational programs, youth economic empowerment, youth equity, assistance
for youth-in-conflict-with-the-law, shelter for youth victims of violence, equitable representation
in youth organizations, youth-serving organizations and youth leaders at the local and provincial
level, non-government and government initiatives for the development of the youth sector, youth
in improvising an effective form of action and activism towards environmental issues and youth
engagement in international learning development programs, trainings and seminars.
In all publicity concerning youth, the best interest of the youth shall be the primordial
concern. Any undue, inappropriate and sensationalized publicity of any case involving child-
youth regulations is considered a violation of their rights. Confidentiality must always be
observed in the reporting and handling child-youth/youth victims of abuse and related cases.
The mass media shall be encouraged:
a) To ensure that youth have access to information and material from a diversity of
national and international sources;
b) To portray the positive contribution of youth to society; and
c) To disseminate information on the existence of services, facilities and opportunities
for youth in society.
SECTION 15. ROLE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS. The LGUs should

develop detailed and comprehensive youth programs and adequate funds to ensure their
implementation. The provincial government shall ensure the establishment of a Provincial Youth
Development Office and enjoin the city and municipalities to establish their own Local Youth
Development Offices in their respective areas.
SECTION 16. ROLE OF SK AND THE LGU. The SK can directly engage the LGUs
through various mechanisms provided by the SK Reform Act as follows:
Through the Local Sanggunian (Pambayan, Panlungsod, Panlalawigan); Local Special

Bodies; and Local Youth Development Council:
a) Advance and fulfill its advocacies and programs on issues and concerns of the youth
sector;
b) Propose policies and programs or projects for the youth;
c) Push for prioritization and utilization of resources for development plans, programs,
projects and activities for the youth;
d) Advance the issues and concerns of the young people in relation to the mission,
vision, and objectives of local bodies;
e) Provide youth-related information and data to the local special bodies that may be
relevant to their decision-making through the LYDO; and
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f) Coordinate the registration and verification of youth and youth-serving organizations

and participation in mandatory and continuing training and coordinate with other
youth activities to the LYDC.
SECTION 17. SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN AND THE NATIONAL YOUTH

COMMISSION.
a) SK must coordinate for capacity development and training program and other youth
programs and activities;
b) SK must coordinate for guidelines on establishment and registration of youth/youth-
serving organizations: privilege on NSTP-CWTS; SK/KK meeting; and manner of
election, suspension, and removal of the officers and their terms of office;
c) Coordinate with NYC concerning other powers and functions that it may prescribe in
relation to its mandate on youth empowerment; and
d) SK must submit a copy of accomplishment and financial reports and profile and
database of youth;
ARTICLE II
FORMULATING YOUTH PLANS
SECTION 18. PROCESS IN FORMULATING YOUTH PROGRAMS. The process

in coming up with CBYDP shall be participatory and consultative. Section 8 (a) of Republic Act
10742 states that the Sangguniang Kabataan shall: “In consultation and with the concurrence of
the Katipunan ng Kabataan, and within three (3) months from assumption to office, formulate a
three (3)-year rolling plan, which shall be known as the Comprehensive Barangay Youth
Development Plan, which shall serve as basis in the preparation of the Annual Barangay Youth
Investment Program. This plan shall be aligned with the Philippine Youth Development Plan
(PYDP) and o^her Local Youth Development Plans in every level, municipal, city and provincial
as is relevant.”
Section 8 (h) of Republic Act 10742 provides that the Sangguniang Kabataan shall:
“Partner with the Local Youth Development Council in planning and executing projects and
programs of specific advocacies like good governance, climate change adaptation, disaster risk
reduction and resiliency, youth employment and livelihood, health and anti-drug abuse, gender
sensitivity, and sports development.”
Section 24 (m)(2) of Republic Act 10742 Implementing Rules and Regulations provides
that, the Local Youth Development Council shall: “Finalize the three (3) year LYDP that is
anchored in the PYDP and the development plans of the local government units. The LYDP shall
be initially drafted by the respective SK Pederasyon and shall be finalized by the LYDC. This
shall be submitted to the LCE for inclusion in the Local Development Plan and subsequently
endorsed to the Sanggunian of the local government unit concerned for approval. These plans
shall give priority to programs, projects and activities that will promote and ensure the
meaningful youth participation in nation-building, sustainable youth development and
empowerment, equitable access to quality education, environmental protection, climate change
adaptation, disaster risk reduction and resiliency, youth employment and livelihood, health and
anti-drug abuse, gender sensitivity, social protection, capability building and sports
development.”
SECTION 19. THE PHILIPPINE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PLAN (PYDP) AND

THE NINE (9) CENTERS OF MEANINGFUL YOUTH PARTICIPATION. The PYDP
serves as a framework for unified action among the youth and youth-serving groups, agencies
and institutions to promote holistic youth participation in our society. It defines the duties,
obligations and accountabilities of the national and local governments to address the economic,
social, cultural, civil and political rights of the youth.
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The PYDP has the following nine (9) centers of youth participation:
a) Health
b) Education
c) Economic Empowerment
d) Social Inclusion and Equity
e) Peace-Building and Security
f) Governance
g) Active Citizenship
h) Environment
i) Global Mobility.
These centers have specific agenda statements to promote youth participation.
SECTION 20. THE LOCAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PLAN. Pursuant to Section

24 (m) (2) of RA 10742 IRR, the Plan shall give priority to programs, projects and activities that
would promote and ensure the following:
a) Meaningful youth participation in nation-building;

b) Sustainable youth development and empowerment;
c) Equitable access to quality education;
d) Environmental protection;
e) Climate change adaptation;
f) Disaster risk reduction and resiliency;
g) Youth employment and livelihood;
h) Health and anti-drug abuse;
i) Gender sensitivity;
j) Social protection; and
k) Capability building and sports development.
The LYDP shall have the following elements in their plan: Center of Participation;
Agenda Statement; Youth Development Concerns; Objectives; Performance Indicators; Targets;
Programs/Projects/Activities; and Priority Areas.
SECTION 21. THE COMPREHENSIVE BARANGAY YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

PLAN. The CBYDP shall prioritize programs, projects and activities that focus on meaningful
youth participation in nation-building, sustainable youth development and empowerment,
equitable access to quality education, environmental protection, climate change adaptation,
disaster risk reduction and resiliency, youth employment and livelihood, health – including
health services and adolescent sexual and reproductive health – anti-drug abuse, gender
sensitivity, sports development and capability building that emphasizes leadership training.
The Comprehensive Barangay Youth Development Plan (CBYDP) shall refer to the
three-year comprehensive youth development plan of the barangay that is formulated by the
Sangguniang Kabataan (SK), in consultation and with the concurrence of the Katipunan ng
Kabataan (KK), and anchored on the Philippine Youth Development Plan (PYDP) and other
Local Youth Development Plans (LYDPs) in provincial, city and municipal level.
SECTION 22. THE ANNUAL BARANGAY YOUTH INVESTMENT PROGRAM

(ABYIP). Shall refer to the CBYDP-based annual program. It shall contain the specific
programs, projects and activities with corresponding project costs, including the necessary fund
flow to estimate the release of fund in a realistic time frame.
The ABYIP is composed of the following key elements: Center of Participation;

Reference Codes; Priority Programs/Projects/Activities; Objectives/Description; Expected
Result; Performance Indicator; Period of Implementation; and Budget.
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SECTION 23. DRAFTING AND FINALIZATION OF CBYDP AND APPROVAL

OF THE ABYIP. The Municipal/City SK Pederasyon shall disseminate the approved LYDP
(under the approved LDP) as one of the bases for the drafting of the Comprehensive Barangay
Youth Development Plan (CBYDP), within ten (10) days after the approval of the local
Sanggunian. The following must be considered in drafting and finalizing the CBYDP and
ABYIP:
a) The SK elected officials shall draft the Comprehensive Barangay Youth

Development Plan (CBYDP) based on the existing data on youth in their locality and
the approved LYDP, on or before September 10. The crafting of the CBYDP may
proceed even for areas with incomplete/vacant SK elected officials;
b) The SK shall present the draft CBYDP to the Katipunan ng Kabataan under Rule II
Section 8 (a)(b) of R.A. 10742 Implementing Rules and Regulations) and the same
shall review, finalize and concur with the CBYDP on or before September 20;
c) The SK Chairperson shall use all means of information dissemination in convening
the Katipunan ng Kabataan (KK), including but not limited to: a) Posting of notice of
meeting in at least (3) conspicuous spaces in the barangay two (2) weeks before the
schedule of the assembly; and b) Posting through SMS, social media and other forms
of traditional and non-traditional media;
d) For decision-making, the KK members in attendance, regardless of the number, shall
have the authority to decide on matters concerning the agenda of the KK Assembly.
The Assembly shall prioritize the issues and concerns of the youth in their
community. The KK and the SK shall assess the correspondence of the issues and
concerns to the PYDP. The SK Secretary shall attest the adoption of the CBYDP, to
be submitted to the LYDO for monitoring purposes; and
e) In accordance with the adopted CBYDP, the SK shall draft the Annual Barangay
Youth Investment Program (ABYIP) on the succeeding year within 10 days after the
adoption of the CBYDP on or before September 30. The SK shall approve the
ABYIP proposal with a majority vote of the SK members present during the session
called for the purpose. The SK Chairperson, with the assistance of the SK Treasurer,
shall prepare the SK Annual Budget and shall present the same to the SK Officials.
The SK shall deliberate on the proposed SK annuals/supplemental budget and shall
pass a resolution approving the same on or before October 16.
SECTION 24. MUNICIPAL/CITY PLANNING.
a) The Municipal/City SK Pederasyon shall draft the LYDP based on the Philippine
Youth Development Plan and the PYDP, among others. The SK-proposed LYDP, as
attested by the SK Pederasyon Secretary, shall be submitted to the Municipal/City
LYDO (as LYDO Secretariat) for initial review and submission to the
Municipal/City LYDC;
b) The SK Pederasyon Presidents shall present their plans to their respective LYDCs for
review and finalization on or before July 15. The Municipal/City LYDOs shall
review, finalize and submit the LYDPs to the Municipal/City LYDO. The
Municipal/City LYDOs shall submit the LYDC-approved LYDP to the LCE through
the Municipal/City Budget Officer and Planning Officer for inclusion in the LDP.
(Should there be revisions, the LYDC shall revise and adjust the LYDP accordingly
and resubmit the revised LYDP to the LCE through the LYDO for inclusion in the
LDP for approval by the concerned local sangguniang pambayan or sangguniang
panlungsod within 15days or until July 31;
c) The local sanggunian pambayan or sangguniang panlungsod, shall approve or
disapprove the LDP on or before August 15. If within the said period no action is
taken, the plan is deemed approved. Upon approval, the Municipal/City LYDO shall
provide a copy of the approved LYDP to their respective barangays for the
preparation of CBYDP and ABYIP and their Provincial LYDO for the preparation of
the Provincial Local Youth Development Plan; and
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d) Subject to its discretion, the Municipal/City LYDC, can craft the Annual Youth
Development Action Plan (AYDAP) based on the LYDP (under the approved LDP),
to address capability building concerns and other PPAs with the corresponding
venue, costs and timeframe.
SECTION 25. PROVINCIAL PLANNING.
a) The Provincial SK Pederasyon shall draft their initial corresponding plans, which
shall be based on the approved municipal/city youth development plans; local
development plans; and the PYDP, among others. The SK-proposed LYDP of the
province, as attested by the SK Pederasyon Secretary, shall be submitted to the
Provincial LYDO (as LYDC Secretariat) for initial review and submission to the
Provincial LYDC;
b) The SK Pederasyon Presidents shall present their plans to their respective Provincial
LYDCs for review and finalization on or before August 30. The Provincial LYDC
shall review, finalize and submit the LYDPs to the Provincial LYDO. The Provincial
LYDOs shall submit the LYDC-approved LYDP to the LCE through the Provincial
Budget Officer and Planning Officer for inclusion in the LDP (should there be
revisions, the Provincial LYDC shall revise and adjust the LYDP accordingly and
resubmit the revised LYDP to the LCE through the Provincial LYDO for inclusion in
the LDP for approval by the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Sorsogon, within 15 days
or until September 15; and
c) The Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Sorsogon shall approve/disapprove the LDP on or
before September 30. If within the said period no action is taken, the plan is deemed
approved. Subject to its discretions, the Provincial LYDC can craft the Annual Youth
Development Action Plan based on the LYDP under the approved LDP, to address
capability building concerns and other PPAs with the corresponding venue, costs and
timeframe.
SECTION 26. THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT APPROACH. The

Community Development Approach shall be given special attention in the creation of CBYDP
and ABYIP which includes and addresses community-wide issues and societal concerns.
Volunteerism among members of the community to assist the implementation of the programs
shall be encouraged.
ARTICLE III
YOUTH PROGRAMS
SECTION 27. PROGRAMS FOR THE YOUTH. This section reiterates and seeks to
enable, promote and ensure the youth’s active, meaningful and holistic participation in society in
furtherance of their rights and welfare under the 9 centers of Youth Participation primarily
composed of Health, Education, Economic empowerment, Social inclusion and equity, Security,
Governance, Active Citizenship, Environment and Global Mobility.
27.1 Health
a) Provide health education for child-youth, core youth and adult youth;
b) Augment access to Medical Services among Youth Sectors including SK Officials;
c) Initiate educational campaign for HIV/STD, COVID 19, Overweight and Obesity,
Mortality and Morbidity of Teenage Pregnancy and other Women Related Illness;
and Family Planning;
d) Make accessible to the youth sector membership in SSS and PhilHealth as their
medical insurance;
e) Provide access to PWD-friendly establishments;
f) Provide counseling programs and sessions to guide the path tracked by the youth
along academic and social issues; and
g) Enjoin health entities to assist the parents in looking after the health of the youth.
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27.2 Education
a) Provide scholarship Programs among the youth including those individuals who are in
Alternative Learning System, Special Education, In-School Youth (Secondary and
Tertiary Education) and Technical and Vocational Courses;
b) Provide Specialized Program intended for the Out of School Youths (OSYs) and
those considered as Person with Disabilities (PWD);
c) Intensify the promulgation and strong campaign towards Anti-Hazing and Bullying
Policy;
d) Provide a responsive learning environment that will nurture their skills, talents and
intellect;
e) Demonstrate values reformation, social responsibility and nationalism among the
youths; and
f) Provide technical support and administrative support for sports education.
27.3 Economic Empowerment

a) Educate on laws covering the labor code among the employed youths;
b) Enroll in the Specialized Employment Program for Qualified Special Youth;
c) Intensify the coverage of TESDA courses to accommodate the current labor trend;
d) Include job offers for the youth in the programs of DOLE in the Province of
Sorsogon through the Public Employment Service Office; and
e) Provide Alternative work opportunities through community development programs
where local and national speakers from respected agencies impart knowledge and
expertise on entrepreneurial activities.
27.4 Social Inclusion and Equity

a) Provide avenue for youth to participate in a peaceful and just society that affords
them equal and equitable opportunity, social security and protection in all aspects of
development regardless of their gender, disability, specific needs, political beliefs,
ethnicity, religion and socio-cultural-economic status; and
b) Support gender-sensitive, safe offices, schools and establishments.
27.5 Security
a) Assist rehabilitation for Youth Victims of Drug Abuse and Trafficking;
b) Provide care and protection for the disadvantaged and marginalized youth sector;
c) Provide shelter for youth-victims of violence;
d) Assist youth under-conflict-with-the-law; and
e) Strongly implement the Magna Carta for Women and Violence against Women and
their Children.
27.6 Governance
a) Mainstream the Youth Development Program in the Local and Provincial
Legislation;
b) Allow participation of the youth in legislation such as proposing resolutions and
ordinances that are beneficial to the youth of Sorsogon;
c) Empower the youth through the exercise of the power and duties of the Sangguniang
Kabataan and the Local Youth Development Council;
d) Make equitable representation of youth organizations, youth-serving organizations
and youth leaders at the local and provincial level; and
e) Secure rights of youth to independence in the creation of consortium, faith-based
organization, advocacy-based organization and the like. Youth organizations are
encouraged to apply for the Youth Organization Registration Program (YORP) of the
National Youth Commission.
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27.7 Active Citizenship

a) Develop and harness the full potential of the youth as responsible partners in nation-
building;
b) Harmonize all non-government and government initiatives for the development of
the youth sector.
c) Promote reserved youths for humanitarian civic affairs;
d) Establish special advocacy-based organizations such as Emergency Response Team,
Sorsogon Youth Teaching Organization and the like in the local government units;
e) Foster the preservation, enrichment and dynamic evolution of Filipino national
culture to the youth of Sorsogon; and
f) Demonstrate a spirit of volunteerism and camaraderie among their program and
projects.
27.8 Environment
a) Local government units shall engage the youth in improvising effective forms of
peaceful action and activism, thereby generating effective responses to ecological
challenges;
b) Every local government unit shall assist, inform and lead in transcending the
learnings to the youth organizations and youth individuals based on collated factual
researches of environmental findings and best practices for its mitigation;
c) Local government units shall provide programs for research and best practices,
programs and awards to those who have exemplary concepts and ideas suitable to
combat climate change;
d) Local government unit shall reinforce youth combat warriors of climate change and
support its advocacy through the 5Rs concept (Reuse, Reduce, Recycle, Repair and
Recover); and
e) Social responsibility, community development and sustainable programs shall be
implied in all private and public establishments, offices and local communities.
27.9 Global Mobility

a) Youth must have the freedom of movement, mobility rights or the right to travel
from place to place within the territorial jurisdiction in the Province of Sorsogon, as
well as regional, national and international.
b) Youth may participate and enjoy in international learning development programs,
trainings and seminars;
c) The Sangguniang Kabataan shall create an avenue for the youth to become updated
on the current trends in national and international youth opportunities; and
d) The Sangguniang Kabataan shall “Initiate and implement, in coordination with any
national government agency and/or any private or nongovernment institution,
programs and projects designed to promote the general welfare, development and
empowerment of the youth.” Section 8 (d) of the RA No. 10742.
ARTICLE IV
YOUTH POLICIES
SECTION 28. ACCESS TO QUALITY ELEMENTARY, SECONDARY AND

TERTIARY EDUCATION. The Provincial Government recognizes the right of every youth to
education based on equal opportunity, in coordination and partnership with DepEd, CHEd and
other agencies:
a) Establish and maintain a system of free public education in elementary, secondary

and tertiary levels;
b) Develop different forms of secondary education, including general and vocational
education, making them available and accessible to every youth; and take appropriate
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measures such as the introduction of free education and offering financial assistance
to those in need;
c) Make educational and vocational information and guidance available and accessible
to the youth;
d) Take measures to reduce drop-out rates and encourage regular attendance in schools;
e) Ensure that youth with disabilities are provided with access to quality education and
ample opportunities to develop their skills; learning institutions should take into
account their special needs in the use of school facilities, class schedules, physical
education requirements, provision of auxiliary services and other pertinent
considerations.
SECTION 29. PROVISION OF SPORTS AND OTHER SKILL-ENHANCING

FACILITIES. The Sangguniang Kabataan fund shall provide program or sports facilities for
youth such as basketball, badminton and volleyball courts, soccer fields and baseball diamonds,
subscribing to proper accounting and reporting rules and policies by the governing authority.
The funds from the Local School Board shall be allocated to procure skill-enhancing
facilities in dressmaking, carpentry and other instruments integrated in the school curricula.
SECTION 30. PUBLIC LIBRARIES. The Provincial Library Hub and Public Library
shall continue to develop and provide youth access to appropriate facilities, information and
materials from national and international sources, especially those aimed by the promotion of the
youth’s social, spiritual and moral well-being and physical and mental health. A Memorandum
of Agreement (MOA) shall be entered into among the Sangguniang Kabataan, public libraries
and DepEd.
SECTION 31. SUPPORT TO EDUCATION PROGRAMS. The province shall

establish educational assistance programs that will provide access by scholarship to
economically marginalized but deserving high school and college students. Such assistance may
be in the form of scholarship grants, student loan programs, subsidies and other incentives to
qualified students in both public and private schools.
SECTION 32. PRACTICE OF ONE’S CULTURE AND RELIGION. The right of

the youth to choose their religious and cultural beliefs shall be respected.
SECTION 33. FRIENDLY STRUCTURES. Friendly structures shall be established in

government buildings, schools, public markets and other places.
SECTION 34. STREET CHILD-YOUTH. The provincial government shall provide

special protection for street child-youth, and as such, shall ensure that rescue operations to take
street child-youth away from the streets are conducted with respect to the dignity of the youth, in
accordance with Administrative Order No. 08 (VI)(D)(8)(9) s, 2009 of DSWD on “Standards for
community-based services for street children.” The rescue shall be a reaching-out process where
the child-youth know that there is assistance available to them to enable them to decide what
better option and clear direction in life they could adopt. Every effort shall be exerted to
reconcile street child-youth who are separated from their families, unless circumstances require
otherwise, as provided by law.
SECTION 35. SEPARATE YOUTH HOMES FOR BOYS AND GIRLS. The
PSWDO shall ensure that boys and girls who are placed in the custody of youth homes shall be
housed in separate facilities that provide the necessary services to promote their welfare and
development.
SECTION 36. MANDATORY SERVICES TO PERSONS WHO ARE VICTIMS

OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING. Pursuant to Section 16 (j) of R.A. No. 9208, there shall be a
collaborative effort among Local Government Units in coordination with other concerned
national agencies to provide available services and actions to trafficked person. “Local
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government units (LGUs) – shall monitor and document cases of trafficking in persons in their
areas of jurisdiction, effect the cancellation of licenses of establishments which violate the
provisions of this Act and ensure effective prosecution of such cases. They shall also undertake
an information campaign against trafficking in persons through the establishment of the
Migrants Advisory and Information Network (MAIN) desks in municipalities or provinces in
coordination with DILG, Philippine Information Agency (PIA), Commission on Filipinos
Overseas (CFO), NGOs and other concerned agencies. They shall encourage and support
community-based initiatives which address the trafficking in persons.”
SECTION 37. EMPLOYMENT OF YOUNG WORKERS. Pursuant to Art. 139, Book

III, Title III, Chapter II-Employment of Minors under the Labor Code Provisions On Young
Workers (b) any person between fifteen (15) and eighteen (18) years of age may be employed for
such number of hours and such periods of the day as determined in appropriate regulations, and
(c) the foregoing provisions shall in no case allow the employment of a person below eighteen
(18) years of age in an undertaking which is hazardous or deleterious in nature as determined by
the Secretary of Labor and Employment.
In consonance therein, Article 140 of the same code provides that no employer shall
discriminate against any person in respect to terms and conditions of employment on account of
his age.
SECTION 38. SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN AS SOCIAL INDICATORS OF

LOCAL CONDITIONS. The SK is a social indicator of local conditions. It shall be the
responsibility of the concerned LGUs in Sorsogon and other civic societies to resolve and
provide various programs and services to realize the mandates stipulated in the Code.
SECTION 39. YOUTH AND PSYCHOSOCIAL SUPPORT PROGRAM. The

Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO), Provincial/Local Youth
Development Office (LYDO), in coordination with the Department of Health (DOH),
Department of Education (DepEd) and Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) shall design a
comprehensive psychosocial support program for children and youth and their families affected
by armed conflicts, disasters, calamities and other similar situations experienced by the child and
youth.
SECTION 40. CHILD-YOUTH IN OBSCENE PUBLICATION AND INDECENT

SHOWS. Any person who shall hire, employ, use, persuade or coerce a child (child-youth) to
perform in obscene exhibitions and indecent shows, whether live or in video, pose or model in
obscene publications or pornographic materials shall suffer the penalty as prescribed in R.A.
7610.
SECTION 41. NO ADMISSION OF CHILDREN (CHILD-YOUTH) TO

PROHIBITED ESTABLISHMENTS. No children (child-youth) shall be admitted to any bars,
clubs, cafes, or any similar establishments that sell liquors. However, children between ages 13
to 17 years may be allowed entry to the said establishments if accompanied by their parents,
adult relatives and other responsible adults. Proof of ages shall be required from parents or
guardians before children aged 13.
SECTION 42. CONTROL IN ENTRY OF CHILD-YOUTH TO HOTELS,

MOTELS AND LODGING HOUSES. Minor are prohibited to check in hotels, motels and
lodging houses within the province except when accompanied by their parents/guardians who are
obliged to show proof of filial relationship between them through presentation of IDs, or any
other documents available that would establish filial relationship.
SECTION 43. PROHIBITION OF FORCED AND ARRANGED MARRIAGE

AMONG CHILD-YOUTH. Marriage including informal or customary union or live-in
arrangement between an adult and a child (child-youth) or between two children is prohibited.
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SECTION 44. CURFEW HOURS FOR CHILDREN/CHILD-YOUTH. Upon the

discretion of each city/municipality, and depending on the prevailing conditions, curfew hours
for minor may be imposed by concerned LGUs, subject to existing laws.
SECTION 45. ILLEGAL GAMBLING AND COCKFIGHTING. Youth shall be

prohibited from direct or indirect participation, promotion and the like, from any form of
gambling.
SECTION 46. CONDITION FOR ADMISSION OF STUDENTS IN

VIDEO/COMPUTER ESTABLISHMENT DURING SCHOOL HOURS. Any commercial
video or computer establishment allowing children (child-youth) to enter the establishments
during school days for authorized research or activity for educational purposes shall not be
covered by this Code: Provided, that the student or group of students/pupils can present school
clearance or permit signed by the principal or teacher-in-charge.
SECTION 47. SMOKING BAN TO CHILDREN AND MINOR AND UNLAWFUL

SELLING OF CIGARETTES, E-CIGARETTES AND VAPE. It shall be unlawful for minor
to smoke cigarettes, e-cigarettes and use vape. It shall be unlawful also for any person to sell, or
entertain the purchase of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vape or cigar products to minor.
Selling or distributing tobacco products in schools, public playgrounds, youth hostels and
recreational facilities for minor, including those frequented by minors or within 100 meters from
any point of the perimeter of these places are hereby prohibited. Any violation of this section
shall be penalized under Section 32 (b) of the Republic Act No. 9211.
SECTION 48. STRONG AND SUSTAINED POLICE AND CIVILIAN

VISIBILITY. Strong and sustained police and civilian visibility in the barangay are keys to the
protection and prevention of youth from becoming victims of crimes and violence at the
grassroots level. Regular patrolling of policemen assigned in community precincts, together with
barangay authorities and volunteers shall be made in every barangay in order to protect the
children and the youth.
SECTION 49. ASSISTANCE TO REHABILITATION OF YOUTH VICTIMS OF

DRUG ABUSE. Youth victims of drug abuse shall be treated with care and supervision by the
barangay where they belong through various intervention programs before their reintegration
into the mainstream society.
SECTION 50. PREVENTION OF BRUTALITY. The provincial government shall

endeavor to encourage the Philippine National Police (PNP) assigned to community precincts to
undergo training on proper handling and treatment of abused and delinquent youth such that
rudeness, harshness, brutality and cruelty against the youth be prevented;
SECTION 51. ASSISTANCE BY REGISTERED SOCIAL WORKERS. The

provincial government shall also assign social workers, as the need arises, in every police
precinct to team up with the police in the conduct of investigation and treatment of youth victims
of crimes and violence.
SECTION 52. GENDER-SENSITIVE LAW ENFORCERS. To develop a gender-

sensitive police force and barangay enforcers dealing with the youth, the local government unit,
in coordination with the national government agencies and non-government organizations, shall
assist in capability-building of PNP personnel assigned at police stations in the province, as well
as local barangay authorities.
SECTION 53. CARE AND PROTECTION FOR THE DISADVANTAGED AND

MARGINALIZED YOUTH SECTOR. The provincial government shall promote the welfare
of the disadvantaged and marginalized youth giving special attention to policies and programs
concerning youth inequities, gender-based discrimination and youth-trafficking.
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SECTION 54. REHABILITATION FOR CHILDREN IN CONFLICT WITH THE

LAW. The Provincial Government shall promote the welfare of the disadvantaged and
marginalized youth by giving special attention to policies and programs concerning youth
inequities, gender-based discrimination and youth trafficking.
SECTION 55. PROVISIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INTERVENTION
PROGRAM (CIP) FOR CHILDREN IN CONFLICT WITH THE LAW (CICL). The Local
Council for the Protection of Children (LCPC) at the provincial, city/municipal and barangay
levels shall organize and coordinate activities among partner agencies and organizations. The
following are the interventions towards holistic and responsive program:
a. Organization of youth, faith-based organizations and children

associations/federations;
b. Psychosocial intervention such as group/individual session with a social worker for
children at risk;
c. Involvement of former CICL in self-help groups as advocates;
d. Family therapy to the family of the children at risk;
e. Organization of watch groups;
f. Development of foster families;
g. Establishment of Special Drug Education Center in every province and
city/municipality;
h. Family Drug Abuse Prevention Program;
i. Institutionalize Birth Registration in Barangays;
j. Establishment of Temporary shelter;
k. Psychosocial and therapeutic programs;
l. Financial assistance and support services
m. Organization of peer support groups; and
n. Diversion program as indicated in RA 9344.
SECTION 56. CHILD PORNOGRAPHY. The provincial government shall protect

every child from all forms of exploitation and abuse including, but not limited to:
a. Use of a child in pornographic performances and materials;

b. Inducement or coercion of a child to engage or be involved in pornography through
whatever means;
c. Other provisions stipulated under Republic Act No. 9775 or the Anti-child
Pornography Act of 2009.
SECTION 57. CYBERCRIME. The provincial government recognizes the importance

of providing an environment conducive to development, exploitation of information and
communications technology to attain free, easy and intelligible access to exchange and/or
delivery of information, and the need to protect and safeguard the integrity of communications
systems, networks and database and the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information
and data stored therein from all forms of misuse, abuse and illegal access by making punishable
under the law such conduct or conducts.
SECTION 58. REGULAR CONDUCT OF JOB FAIRS. The provincial government,

through the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) and Department of Labor and
Employment (DOLE) shall establish linkages with the private sector and companies for diverse
job opportunities for the working youth.
SECTION 59. EMPLOYABLE SKILLS TRAINING AND CAREER

ORIENTATION FOR THE YOUTH. The provincial government, through the city and
municipal governments shall provide the unemployed, undergraduate and out-of-school youth
(OSY) highly employable skills training and non-formal course geared towards local and
overseas employment. They shall also assist in-school youth and new graduates for career
orientations and seminars.
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SECTION 60. STOPPING DISCRIMINATION AT THE WORKPLACE. The local

government unit shall endeavor to stop all forms of discrimination in whatever aspect of
employment on all working youth-men, women, including the LGBTs in the workplace, whether
public or private.
SECTION 61. ANTI-DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEXUAL
ORIENTATION AND GENDER IDENTITY AND EXPRESSION (SOGIE). Any act of
discrimination or harassment based on actual or perceived SOGIE which demeans the dignity
and self-respect of a person or impairs, reduces or nullifies the recognition, enjoyment or
exercise of a person’s human and legal rights and basic freedoms in civil, political, labor, social,
cultural, educational spheres.
SECTION 62. INCORPORATION OF SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER

IDENTITY AND EXPRESSION (SOGIE) IN THE FUNCTIONS OF EXISTING
VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND CHILDREN (VAWC) DESK/HUMAN RIGHTS.
The local government unit is strongly encouraged to handle the specific concerns relating to
SOGIE through existing Violence Against Women and Children or VAWC/Human Rights Desk
in all government offices such as police stations and/or barangay LGU.
SECTION 63. YOUTH ACCESSIBILITY FOR MEDICAL SERVICES. The

provincial government shall provide reliable medical services in local public hospitals and health
centers, and promote employment of youth health workers in every local government unit. The
LGU shall monitor that private establishment and offices enroll their working youth in SSS and
PhilHealth.
SECTION 64. HEALTH EDUCATION. The provincial government through the

Provincial Health Office and Department of Health shall enforce proper education among the
youth about reproductive health, family planning, and shall educate them how to reduce the
incidence of teenage pregnancy and pre-marital sex. The LGU shall also promote information on
HIV and sexually transmitted diseases on the youth-men, women and LGBTs and encourage
voluntary counseling and testing for all HIV victims.
SECTION 65. SIGN LANGUAGES. The Provincial Government shall also promote
the use of sign languages at the frontline offices for deaf-mute youth residents of Sorsogon.
SECTION 66. PAG-ASA YOUTH ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES. The

Pag-Asa Youth Association of the Philippines, Incorporated (PYAP, Inc.) shall establish a
constituted Barangay-Based Organization for the disadvantaged youth between 15-24 years old.
The PYAP shall be an affiliate organization of the Department of Social Welfare and
Development under the Unlad Kabataan Program (UKP).
SECTION 67. BATANG PINOY. The provincial government and other allied agencies
such as DepEd shall support the institutionalization of the program of Batang Pinoy which serves
as a national youth sports competition of the Philippines for athletes under 15 years old that also
enjoins out-of-school youth. The local government unit shall allocate necessary funding for the
realization of this program.
SECTION 68. ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS AND POLICIES. The

local government unit shall likewise espouse policies that support the training of athletes,
including coaches and referees in developing and enhancing their skills in sport. The local
government unit shall further implement policies that would embrace a comprehensive and
dynamic sports program that not only would upgrade the quality of its athletes, coaches and
trainers but more so, to produce for the province top-rate athletes for wider competitions.
An athlete, upon the recommendation of DepEd or state universities and colleges in the
Province of Sorsogon may be given partial/full scholarship grant or educational assistance and
other forms of rewards. The fund shall be determined by the local chief executive of the
respective LGUs.
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SECTION 69. ESTABLISHMENT OF PROVINCIAL YOUTH CENTER. The

Provincial Youth Center shall be established to empower the youth sector of Sorsogon to help in
the development of their communities. It shall create a youth network and shall carry out
activities adopting the 9 centers of youth participation.
ARTICLE V
THE KATIPUNAN NG KABATAAN AND THE SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN
SECTION 70. KATIPUNAN NG KABATAAN (KK) – Relative to Rule II, Section 4

of the IRR of RA 10742:
a) There shall be in every barangay a KK to be composed of all citizens of the

Philippines residing in the barangay for at least six (6) months who are fifteen (15)
but not more than thirty (30) years of age, and who are duly registered in the list of
voters of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) and/or based on the list of
members of the KK under the custody of the secretary of the SK.
The rules and procedures to be followed in the registration of voters, in connection with
the SK election shall be in accordance with existing laws.
b) The secretary of the SK shall continuously update the list of members of the KK. To
support the application for membership in the KK, the original or certified true copy
of birth certificate or any valid ID or any legal document indicating the date of birth
shall be presented. The Registry of Barangay Inhabitants (RBI) shall be used as
reference for the residency of the applicant.
SECTION 71. POWERS AND FUNCTIONS OF THE KK. The KK shall:
a) Elect the SK chairperson and seven (7) members. To elect the officials of the SK, all
youth included in the list of SK voters of the COMELEC shall be qualified to vote;
and
b) Serve as the highest policy-making body to decide on matters affecting the youth in
the barangay. As such, the SK shall consult and secure the concurrence of the
majority of the KK members present, there being a quorum, based on the list of the
SK Secretary, in the formulation and approval of all its policies, plans, programs and
activities that promote the welfare of the youth, such as the CBYDP and ABYIP.
SECTION 72. MEETINGS OF THE KK.
a) The SK chairperson shall convene the first KK general assembly not later than three
(3) months after the proclamation of the results of the SK elections;
b) Regular assemblies of the KK shall be held at least once every six (6) months to be
convened by the SK;
c) Special assemblies may also be called by the SK chairperson or upon written petition
of at least one-twentieth (1/20) of its members;
d) In all assemblies of the KK, the SK chairperson shall notify all KK members through
traditional and non-traditional media stating the purpose, time, date and venue of the
meeting. In addition, a written notice shall be posted in at least three (3) conspicuous
places within the barangay. All notices shall be posted at least three (3) days prior to
the conduct of the assembly, except for special assemblies where the notice shall be
posted at least one (1) day before the meeting;
e) All assemblies of the KK shall be held preferably in a venue within the barangay, or
within the municipality/city where the barangay is located;
f) The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the Commission
shall formulate guidelines in determining a quorum on KK assemblies based on the
updated list of the SK secretary;
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g) The SK chairperson, or in her/his absence, the highest-ranking elected SK member,

shall act as the presiding officer. In their absence, the SK members shall choose from
among themselves the temporary presiding officer;
h) The SK secretary, or in her/his absence, any KK member designated by the presiding
officer shall act as secretary. The designated KK member shall discharge the duties
of the secretary during assemblies and turn over the minutes of the assembly to the
SK secretary.
SECTION 73. CREATION AND ELECTION OF THE SK. There shall be in every
barangay an SK to be composed of a chairperson and seven (7) members who shall be elected by
the KK, based on the COMELEC list of registered voters.
The SK chairperson shall, with the concurrence of the majority of all the SK members,
appoint from among the members of the KK a secretary and a treasurer.
SECTION 74. POWERS AND FUNCTIONS OF THE SK. The SK shall:
a) In consultation and with the concurrence of the KK, and within three (3) months
from assumption to office, formulate a three-year rolling plan, which shall be known
as the CBYDP, which shall serve as the basis in the preparation of the ABYIP. This
plan shall be in line with the PYDP and other LYDPs in the municipal, city and
provincial government level as is relevant;
b) Approve the annual budget which is the annual slice of the ABYIP before the start of
the succeeding fiscal year. For purposes of the annual budget, the SK shall consider
the three-year CBYDP which can be sliced into three ABYIPs.
If the SK funds allow, a supplemental budget shall be approved. Any changes in

the annual budget shall be in accordance with existing applicable budget, rules and
procedures;
c) Promulgate resolutions necessary to carry out the objectives of the youth in the
barangay in accordance with the CBYDP and the applicable provisions of the IRR;
d) Initiate and implement, in coordination with any national government agency and/or
any private or non-government institution programs and projects designed to promote
the general welfare, development and empowerment of the youth;
e) Hold fund-raising activities that are in line with the CBYDP, the proceeds of which
shall be tax-exempt and shall accrue to the general fund of the SK: Provided,
however, that in the appropriation thereof, the specific purpose for which such
activity shall be first satisfied. Provided, further, that any appropriations thereof,
shall be in accordance with existing applicable budget, accounting and auditing rules
and regulations;
f) Create regular or special committees whose chairpersons and membership shall come
from among the members of the SK, or from among the members of the KK as it
may deem necessary to effectively carry out its programs and activities that would
promote equitable access to quality education, environmental protection, climate
change adaptation, disaster risk reduction and resiliency, youth employment and
livelihood, health including health services and adolescent sexual and reproductive
health, anti-drug abuse, gender sensitivity, sports development, social protection and
capability building which emphasizes leadership training;
g) Submit the annual and end-of-term program accomplishments and financial reports
to the sangguniang barangay and present the same during the KK assembly, copy
furnished the LGOO, Local Youth Development Council (LYDC), Commission on
Audit (COA) and the Commission, in accordance with the form prescribed by the
DILG and the Commission;
h) Partner with the LYDC in planning and executing projects and programs of specific
advocacies including good governance, climate change adaptation, disaster risk
reduction and resiliency, youth employment and livelihood, health including health
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services and adolescent sexual and reproductive health, anti-drug abuse, gender
sensitivity, sports development, accessible education, sustainable development,
human rights advocacy, and social protection;
i) Conduct youth profiling, establish, maintain and update a database of youth in the
barangay and ensure submission to the Commission; and proper turn-over to the next
set of SK officials. For barangays within the National Capital Region (NCR), youth
profile and database shall be submitted directly to the Commission. The templates
shall be designed by the DILG and the Commission;
j) Assist in the establishment and registration of youth organizations and youth-serving
organizations in the barangay, in accordance with the guidelines of the Commission;
k) Adopt and implement a policy on full public disclosure of all its transactions and
documents involving public interest. The rules and procedures to be followed in the
implementation of the policy on full public disclosure shall be promulgated by the
DILG;
l) Authorize the SK Chairperson to enter into contracts on behalf of the SK, subject to
the provisions of SK Reform Act (RA 10742) its IRR, Local Government Code of
1991 (RA 7160), Government Procurement Reform Act (RA 9184) and such other
pertinent laws and regulations;
m) Comply with the bonding requirements, in accordance with existing laws, rules and
regulations when necessary, as in the case of the SK chairperson and the SK
treasurer; and
n) Exercise such other powers and perform such other functions as may be prescribed by
law or ordinance, or delegated by the sangguniang barangay or the Commission.
SECTION 75. MEETINGS OF THE SK.

a) The SK shall fix the date, time and place of its regular monthly meeting. Special
meetings may be called by the SK chairperson or any four (4) of its members by
giving written notice of the date, time, place and agenda of the meeting, which can be
sent either through personal delivery, registered mail, fax or email to all members,
and must be received at least one (1) day in advance. The sangguniang barangay and
the Municipal or City Youth Development Council (M/CYDC) shall be furnished
with notices of regular and special meetings and the minutes of the meetings
thereafter;
b) A majority of the SK members including the SK chairperson shall constitute a
quorum;
c) The SK chairperson, or in her/his absence, the highest-ranking elected SK member,
shall act as the presiding officer. In their absence, the remaining SK members, there
being a quorum, shall choose from among themselves the presiding officer. The SK
secretary, or in her/his absence, any KK member designated by the presiding officer
shall act as secretary. The designated KK member shall discharge the duties of the
secretary during SK meetings and turn over the minutes of the meeting to the SK
secretary; and
d) All SK meetings shall be held in a venue within the barangay.
SECTION 76. TERMS OF OFFICE OF THE SK.

a) The SK chairperson and members shall hold office for a fixed term of three (3) years,
unless sooner removed for cause, permanently incapacitated, have died or resigned
from office. Any elected SK official who possesses all the qualifications and none of
the disqualifications is eligible for re-election;
b) The SK secretary and treasurer shall be co-terminus with the appointing authority,
unless sooner removed for cause, found to have failed from the discharge of her/his
duties, or has committed abuse of authority as stipulated in existing laws pertaining
to the conduct of public officials through a majority vote of all the members of the
KK in a regular or special assembly called for the purpose;
c) An SK official who, during her/his term of office, shall have passed the age of
twenty-four (24) years shall be allowed to serve the remaining portion of the term for
which she/he was elected.
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SECTION 77. MANDATORY AND CONTINUING TRAINING.

a) For the purpose of emphasizing the role of the youth in nation-building and molding
them to become better citizens carrying the values of patriotism, nationalism and
honor as Filipino, any SK official, whether elected or appointed, or any member of
the LYDC must undergo the mandatory training programs before she or he can
assume office;
b) During their incumbency, they must attend the continuing training programs to be
undertaken by the Commission, in coordination with the DILG. Deliberate failure to
attend the said training programs shall constitute sufficient ground to disqualify said
SK official or LYDC member or subject them to disciplinary actions;
c) The Commission in coordination with DILG and CHED and other relevant agencies
shall develop an accreditation system for mandatory and continuing training
providers;
d) For the purpose of this Rule, and in accordance with Section 10 (i) of R.A. 8044, the
Commission shall establish additional regional offices to effectively undertake
training programs for SK officials and LYDC members as well as the accreditation
of training providers;
e) The Commission shall identify effective strategies for the training programs that
shall cover all SK officials and LYDC members, whether elected or appointed, which
may include ensuring the presence of competent pool of trainers or coaches in the
province;
f) The Commission shall develop capacity-development program, not limited to
seminars and trainings for the SK officials and LYDC members based on identified
competency requirements that shall include the following components, among others:
a) A basic orientation highlighting their roles and functions, values formation,

including basic leadership and skills management training;
b) Development or enhancement of skills needed to perform their functions such as
planning, program/project management, transparency, accountability and
integrity management and financial management, etc.; and
c) Capacity development interventions i.e. developing a sense of commitment,
patriotism, volunteerism and becoming changemakers and similar forms of
activity;
g) The province, city, municipality, barangay and state universities and colleges
shall provide logistics and other supports in regard to the mandatory and
continuing training programs of SK officers in their locality; and
h) The SK shall also implement a program to transfer the knowledge learned from
the mandatory, continuing and other training programs of the SK officers to the
members of the KK. These programs of knowledge transfer may include
dialogues, forum, lectures, classes and other means of conveyable knowledge.
These shall be mandatorily included in the CBYDP and ABYIP as capability-
building programs that emphasize leadership.
SECTION 78. SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN FUNDS. The SK funds shall be

governed by the following provisions:
a) All the incomes of the barangay derived from whatever source shall accrue to its
general fund and shall, at the option of the barangay concerned, be kept as trust fund
in the custody of the city or municipal treasurer or be deposited in a bank, preferably
government-owned, situated in or nearest to its area of jurisdiction. Ten percent
(10%) of the general fund of the barangay shall be set aside for the SK. The
sangguniang barangay shall appropriate the SK funds in lump sum which shall be
disbursed solely for youth development and empowerment purposes. Such funds
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shall be disbursed in accordance with the provisions of RA No.10742, and its IRR,
RA No.7160, RA No.9184 and other pertinent rules and regulations;
b) The SK shall have financial independence in its operations, disbursements and
encashment of its funds, income and expenditures. As such, the SK funds shall be
deposited in the name of the SK of the concerned barangay in a government-owned
bank situated in or nearest to its area of jurisdiction with the SK chairperson and the
SK treasurer as the official signatories;
c) All SK funds shall be allocated in an annual budget; and if the funds allow, in a
supplemental budget in accordance with the adopted ABYIP. Both the CBYDP and
ABYIP shall give priority to programs, projects and activities that will promote and
ensure equitable access to quality education, environmental protection, climate
change adaptation, disaster risk reduction and resiliency, youth employment and
livelihood; health, including health services and adolescent sexual and reproductive
health, anti-drug abuse, gender sensitivity, sports development, and capability
building which emphasizes leadership training;
d) The budget cycle of the SK shall be synchronized with that of the barangay. As such,
the sangguniang panlungsod or sangguniang bayan shall, within sixty (60) days upon
receipt hereof, review the annual budget and supplemental budget of the SK on their
compliance in the immediately preceding provision and other existing laws, rules and
regulations. Non-compliance shall render said budgets inoperative either in whole or
in part. Failure on the part of the sanggunian to complete the review within the
prescribed period shall render the said annual budget deemed approved; and
e) All SK funds derived from any source shall be stated in its financial records which
shall be kept by the SK treasurer, copy furnished the sangguniang barangay, in
simplified manner as may be prescribed by COA. All SK funds shall be subject to all
existing accounting and auditing laws, rules and regulations.
ARTICLE VI
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FUND
SECTION 79. The local government unit shall allocate funding from its Internal
Revenue Allotment (IRA) annually to implement and enact the youth programs embedded in the
approved Local Youth Development Plan of the concerned LGU. The LGU may propose
programs that highlight youth centers of participation which shall be charged and mainstreamed
against the allotted youth fund, as long as it anchors to the provisions of approved LYDP. Any
division office or department office of the LGU shall propose a youth program prior to the
approval of the annual plans. The provision under DILG Memorandum Circular 042-2021
“Annex D” 10.2 states that: “Established municipal youth development office i.e., any two of the
following: (a) designated officer; (b) database of youth organizations; (c) at least 50% fund
utilization of CY 2019 budget appropriated for youth development; and (d) provision of TA in the
conduct of training for SK and LYDC members.”
There shall be a standard report monitoring in the disbursement of funds and

accomplishment report concomitant to the guidelines issued by the DILG. In support to SOGIE
and Gender Sensitivity, attendance sheet and other monitoring instruments shall be with
modification of gender which not only defines male and female but rather expounds towards
gender and sexual orientation.
SECTION 80. PHILHEALTH MEMBERSHIP OF SK OFFICIALS. Among the SK

Officials’ privileges as stated in Section 16 (4) of Republic Act No. 10742 or the Sangguniang
Kabataan Reform Act of 2015, it shall be provided by the National Government with Philippine
Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) coverage.
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SECTION 81. PEDERASYON NG MGA SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN. Pursuant

to Chapter II Section 21 of the SK Reform Act of 2015, it states that the Pederasyon ng mga
Sangguniang Kabataan should be organized in municipalities, cities and provinces to be known
as:
a) Pambayang Pederasyon ng mga SK, composed of the SK Chairpersons of barangay
in the municipality;
b) Panlungsod na Pederasyon ng mga SK composed of the SK Chairpersons of
barangay in the city; and
c) Panlalawigang Pederasyon ng mga SK, composed of the presidents of the Pambayan
and Panlungsod na Pederasyon ng mga SK.
The Pederasyon ng mga SK at each level, elects from among themselves a president, a
vice president, a treasurer, a secretary, and such other officers as they may deem necessary.
ARTICLE VII
THE LOCAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (LYDC)
SECTION 82. CREATION OF LYDC. To ensure wide and multi-sectoral youth

participation in local governance, there shall be in every province, city and municipality an
LYDC which shall be called Provincial Youth Development Council (PYDC), City Youth
Development Council (CYDC) and Municipal Youth Development Council (MYDC),
respectively. The LYDC shall be headed by the concerned SK Pederasyon President and
composed of representatives of youth and youth-serving organizations at the provincial, city, and
municipal levels. The LYDC shall assist the planning and execution of projects and programs of
the SK, and the Pederasyon in all levels.
SECTION 83. FUNCTIONS OF THE LOCAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

COUNCIL.
a) Ensure wide and multi-sectoral youth participation in governance and provide
support for the development and coordination of youth projects;
b) Formulate the Local Youth Development Plan (LYDP);
c) Assist in the planning and execution of projects and programs of SK and of the
Pederasyon in all levels;
d) Coordinate and harmonize activities of all agencies and organizations in the locality
that are engaged in youth development;
e) Implement programs aimed at developing the full potential of the youth;
f) Empower the youth through information, education and communication strategies to
heightened awareness on various issues affecting the youth;
g) Recommend youth programs and project proposals to appropriate government
agencies;
h) Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the LYDP; and
i) Perform such other functions as may be required by the local government unit and
other relevant laws.
SECTION 84. COMPOSITION OF THE LYDC. The LYDC shall be composed of at

least ten (10) but not more than twenty-one (21) members including the two (2) core members
from the SK. The two (2) core members shall be composed of the president and the
vice-president of the concerned Pederasyon and shall be supported by at least eight (8) but not
more than nineteen (19) other representatives from registered youth organizations or youth-
serving organizations, provided that all other incumbent SK officials shall not be eligible to
become members of the LYDC.
The following advocacies shall be represented: education, employment, health and

participation and others as identified by the LYDC.
If the need arises, representatives from the national government agencies may be invited
as resource persons.
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For the C/MYDC, youth organizations and youth-serving organizations shall be city-wide
and municipal-wide, respectively.
SECTION 85. LYDC MANNER OF ELECTION. Within forty-five (45) days after
the SK elections, the LYDO or the designated existing personnel from the local government unit
shall notify all the presidents or authorized representatives of the registered youth organizations
or youth-serving organizations in that locality, assemble them in a public venue, and by
consensus or secret balloting, they shall choose at least eight (8) but not more than nineteen (19)
representatives. These representatives shall serve for a term of three (3) years in the LYDC.
SECTION 86. CONVENING OF THE LYDC. The duly elected presidents or vice
presidents of the Pambayang Pederasyon ng mga SK, Panlungsod na Pederasyon ng mga SK and
Panlalawigang Pederasyon ng mga SK shall automatically become members of the municipal,
city and provincial youth development councils, respectively. The SK Pederasyon president, or
in her/his absence, the vice president shall convene the council and shall preside over all its
meetings.
SECTION 87. SECRETARIAT TO THE LYDC. The Local Youth Development

Officer shall serve as the secretariat of the Local Youth Development Council (LYDC).
SECTION 88. MEETING OF THE COUNCIL. The Council shall meet quarterly or as
may be deemed necessary. The Chairperson or his duly designated convener shall preside in all
council meetings.
SECTION 89. BUDGET ALLOCATION OF THE LYD IN THE

CITY/MUNICIPALITY. Resources shall be allocated from the Youth and Sports budget of the
concerned LGUs.
ARTICLE VIII
THE BARANGAY YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS
SECTION 90. CREATION OF BARANGAY YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS. A

Barangay Youth Organization (BYO) is an independent youth organization that shall be created
in every barangay as a support avenue different from Barangay Sangguniang Kabataan. The
BYO shall demonstrate leadership and ensure full participation among the nine (9) Centers of
Youth Participation in Nation building. A Letter of Intention must be addressed to the concerned
barangay captain and SK chairman for their information and assessment on the creation of the
BYO. The Barangay Council Committee Chairperson on Youth and its barangay chairman, upon
review and evaluation shall ensure accreditation of the BYO on a barangay-based level.
SECTION 91. COMPOSITION OF THE BYO. The Barangay Youth Organization

shall be composed of youth individuals ages 15-30 and residents of the barangay. The BYO
members must select from the body the appropriate officers and create special committees and/or
bodies if necessary.
SECTION 92. LOCAL OPERATION AND COORDINATION. The BYO shall

coordinate with the barangay SK, barangay chairman, and respective Local Youth Development
Council to anchor its program and/or ask for support at any means. There shall be an area
mapping and strategic planning to make the ideals of the organizations’ vision and mission more
specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and time-bound.
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ARTICLE IX
RIGHT TO PARTICIPATION
SECTION 93. YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS REGISTRATION PROGRAM. The

YORP is the National Youth Commission (Youth Organizations and Youth-Serving
Organizations) registration platform. Youth organizations shall refer to organizations with
members in good standing entirely composed of the youth, whose ages range from fifteen (15) to
thirty (30) years old with core advocacy that is meant to serve the youth. Youth-serving
organizations shall refer to organizations with members in good standing whose principal
programs, projects and activities are youth-related and youth-oriented, and whose compositions
are not limited to the youth.
To register, organizations should prepare and complete the following: a) YORP

registration form, b) directory of officers and advisers, c) list of members in good standing, d)
copy of constitution and by-laws, and e) certification, endorsement or resolution from
appropriate authority.
SECTION 94. LOCAL REGISTRATION OF YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS AND

YOUTH SERVING ORGANIZATIONS. All youth organizations and youth-serving
organizations with a minimum number of ten (10) members in good standing, and which are
operating in the concerned province, city and municipality shall be registered in the following
manner:
a) Those from the city and municipality must register with the City or Municipal Youth
Development Office (C/MYDO);
b) Those from the province must register with the Provincial Youth Development
Office (PYDO);
c) In the absence of a Local Youth Development Office (LYDO) in the province, city or
municipality the LCE shall designate existing personnel from the local government
unit who shall register these organizations, until such time that the local government
unit can already create the office; and
d) Youth and youth-serving organizations registered in other national government
agencies shall also be recognized as registered organizations by the LYDO, provided
that the organization is based and/or operating in province, city or municipality.
SECTION 95. LOCAL VERIFICATION OF YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS AND

YOUTH-SERVING ORGANIZATIONS. Pursuant to Section 24(a), Rule III of the IRR of the
RA 10742, the designated personnel, or the agencies in Section 24 (d) shall verify the
registration information provided by these organizations. The LYDO or the designated personnel
in Section 24 (d) shall send a list of registered and verified youth organizations and youth-
serving organizations to the Commission.
SECTION 96. OBSERVANCE OF LINGGO NG KABATAAN CELEBRATION.

Every province, city, municipality and barangay shall conduct an annual activity to be known as
the Linggo ng Kabataan on the week where the 12th of August falls to coincide with the
International Youth Day. The SK, in the case of barangay, and the respective LYDC in
cooperation with the Pederasyon ng mga SK in the case of the province, city and municipality
shall take the lead in this observance.
SECTION 97. JUNIOR OFFICIALS. The observance of the Linggo ng Kabataan shall
include the election of counterparts of all local elective and appointive officials, as well as heads
of national offices or agencies stationed or assigned in the territorial jurisdiction of the local
government unit, among in-school and community youth residing in the local government
concerned from ages thirteen (13) to seventeen (17). During the said week, they shall hold office
as boy and girl officials and shall perform such duties and conduct such activities as may be
provided in the ordinance enacted pursuant to this IRR.
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ARTICLE X
THE LOCAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
SECTION 98. CREATION OF THE LYDO. There shall be in every province, city and
municipality a Youth Development Office. It may be headed by a youth development officer
with the rank of at least division chief. Such may be put under the Office of the LCE, the Office
of the Planning and Development, the Office of the Social Welfare or in any other office deemed
appropriate by the local government unit. If the funds of the local government unit are sufficient,
it can be a separate department with divisions and units for policy and planning, administration
and finance and programs and operations. In the event that the local government unit has
exceeded the prescribed personal services limitations, the LCE may designate existing personnel
whom she/he deems fit to serve this purpose until such time that the local government unit can
already create this office.
SECTION 99. FUNCTIONS OF THE LYDO. The youth development office shall
have the following functions:
a) In accordance with Section 24 (d) of these rules, register and verify youth and youth-
serving organizations (Subject to the revitalized Youth Organizations’ Registration
Program (YORP) guidelines);
b) Provide technical assistance to the LYDC of the concerned LGU in the formulation
of the LYDP;
c) Facilitate the election of the LYDC representatives;
d) Serve as secretariat to the LYDC;
e) Conduct the mandatory and continuing training of SK officials and LYDC members,
in accordance with the programs jointly designed and implemented by the
Commission and the DILG. The local youth development officer and/or his or her
staff shall apply for accreditation from the Commission for them to be able to
conduct the mandatory and continuing training programs of SK officials and LYDC
members. In the absence of a Youth Development Office in the province, city or
municipality, the designated existing personnel by the LCE shall apply for
accreditation with the Commission in order for said official to conduct the mandatory
and continuing training programs of SK officials and LYDC members;
f) Provide technical, logistical and other supports in the conduct of the mandatory and
continuing training programs, and to such other programs of the Commission and
DILG;
g) Coordinate with the Commission with regard to the youth programs within their
jurisdictions; and
h) Perform such other functions as may be prescribed by law, ordinance, or as the LCE,
the DILG or the Commission may require.
SECTION 100. FUNDING. The local sanggunian or the local chief executive shall
incorporate in its annual budget such amount as may be necessary for the operation and effective
functioning of the Local Youth Development Office.
ARTICLE XI
REPRESENTATION OF SK PEDERASYON PRESIDENT TO THE LOCAL

DEVELOPMENT COUNCILS
SECTION 101. There shall be a representation of SK Pederasyon President to the Local

Development Councils to provide a meaningful balance in accelerating youth development
participation. Local Development Council is hereby referred to as (a) Barangay Development
Council; (b) City Development Council and Municipal Development Council; and (c) Provincial
Development Council.
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ARTICLE XII
PROVINCIAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL AND ITS SPECIAL

BODIES AND ADVISORY GROUP
SECTION 102. CREATION OF THE PROVINCIAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

OFFICE. There is hereby created the Provincial Youth Development Office (PYDO) as a
division under the Office of the Provincial Governor. It can be a separate department with
divisions and units for policy and planning, administration and finance and programs and
operations. The local government unit, upon the recommendation of the Provincial Youth
Development Officer, may provide additional staffing requirements in the Provincial Youth
Development Office and shall be appointed by the concerned LCE in whatever status deemed
appropriate, and in accordance with civil service rules and regulations.
SECTION 103. FUNCTIONS OF THE PROVINCIAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

OFFICE. The Provincial Youth Development Office shall have the following functions:
a) In accordance with Section 24 (d) of these rules, register and verify youth and youth-
serving organizations (Subject to the revitalized Youth Organization’s Registration
Program (YORP) guidelines);
b) Provide technical assistance to the LYDC of the concerned LGU in the formulation
of the LYDP;
c) Serve as secretariat to the LYDC;
d) Facilitate the election of the LYDC Representatives;
e) Conduct the mandatory and continuing training of SK officials and LYDC members,
in accordance with the programs jointly designed and implemented by the
Commission and the DILG. The local youth development officer and/or his or her
staff shall apply for accreditation from the Commission for them to conduct the
mandatory and continuing training programs of SK officials and LYDC members. In
the absence of a Youth Development Office in the province, city, or municipality, the
designated existing personnel by the LCE shall apply accreditation with the
Commission in order for said official to conduct the mandatory and continuing
training programs of SK officials and LYDC members;
f) Provide technical, logistical and other supports in the conduct of the mandatory and
continuing training programs, and to such other programs of the Commission and
DILG;
g) Coordinate with the Commission with regard to the youth programs within their
jurisdiction; and
h) Perform such other functions as may be prescribed by law, ordinance, or as the LCE,
the DILG or the Commission may require.
SECTION 104. HEAD OF THE PROVINCIAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

OFFICE. The Provincial Youth Development office (PYDO) shall be headed by a Provincial
Youth Development Officer (PYDO) who shall be designated by the Provincial Governor from
existing personnel who he or she deems fit to serve as such and, in addition to the requirements
prescribed by the Civil Service Commission (CSC).
SECTION 105. PROVINCIAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD –

The Council shall be composed of the following:
Chairman – Governor
Vice Chairman – Provincial Youth Development Officer
Members: Ex-Officio Board Member of the SP – SK Provincial Federation
– President
– Chairperson, Sangguniang Panlalawigan Committee on Youth
and Sports; and Women, Welfare of Children, LGBTQ and Gender
Equality Local Youth Development Officers
– Sangguniang Kabataan Municipal and City Federation Presidents
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– Provincial Social Worker and Development Office

– Philippine National Police
– Provincial Health Office
– Provincial Budget Office
– Provincial Planning and Development Office
– Provincial Information Officer (PIO)
– Philippine Information Officer (PIA)
– Department of Interior and Local Government – Sorsogon
– Representative – Department of Education (DepEd City and
Provincial Division)
– Provincial Prosecutor’s Office
– Sorsogon Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office
– Department of Labor and Employment
SECTION 106. MEETING OF THE BOARD. The Board shall meet quarterly and that
if any member, for one reason or another, cannot attend the meeting of the Board, that member
may designate a representative to attend the meeting for and in his behalf, which shall have the
same right of the original member.
SECTION 107. FUNCTIONS OF THE BOARD. The Board shall have the following
functions:
a) Offer advice in developing constructive policies, standards, procedures and programs

relating to the improvement of youth development programs and the various
problems confronting the youth sectors and SK officials in the Province;
b) Monitor the implementation of sports program of the city/municipality;
c) Review, recommend and approve all sports programs of the city/municipality;
d) Create appropriate committee as deemed necessary;
e) Perform such other functions as may be provided by law or ordinances.
SECTION 108. COMPOSITION OF PROVINCIAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

COUNCIL. The PYDC shall be composed of at least ten (10) but not more than twenty-one (21)
members including the two (2) core members from the SK. The two (2) core members shall be
composed of the president and the vice-president of the concerned Pederasyon and shall be
supported by at least eight (8) but not more than nineteen (19) other representatives from
registered youth organizations or youth-serving organizations, provided that all other incumbent
SK officials shall not be eligible to become members of the Provincial Youth Development
Council.
Presiding officer – SK Pederasyon President

Members – SK Pederasyon Vice President
– At least eight (8) but not more than nineteen (19)
representatives of the different registered Youth
Organizations (YOs) or Youth-Serving Organizations
(YSOs) in the provincial, city and municipal level.
SECTION 109. FUNCTIONS OF THE PROVINCIAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

COUNCIL.
a) Ensure wide and multi-sectoral youth participation in governance and provide
support for the development and coordination of youth projects;
b) Formulate the Local Youth Development Plan (LYDP);
c) Assist in the planning and execution of projects and programs of SK and of the
Pederasyon at all levels;
d) Coordinate and harmonize activities of all agencies and organizations in the locality
that are engaged in youth development;
e) Implement programs aimed at developing the full potential of the youth;
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f) Empower the youth through information, education and communication strategies to

heightened awareness on various issues affecting the youth;
g) Recommend youth programs and project proposals to appropriate government
agencies;
h) Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the LYDP; and
i) Perform such other functions as may be required by the local government unit and
the law.
SECTION 110. CONVENING OF THE PYDC. Within forty-five (45) days after the
SK elections, the LYDO or the designated existing personnel from the local government unit
shall notify all the presidents or authorized representatives of the registered youth organizations
or youth-serving organizations in that locality; assemble them in a public venue, and by
consensus or secret balloting, they shall choose at least eight (8) but not more than nineteen (19)
representatives. These representatives shall serve for a term of three (3) years in the LYDC.
SECTION 111. SECRETARIAT TO THE PYDC. The Provincial Youth Development

Officer shall serve as the secretariat of the Provincial Youth Development Council (LYDC).
SECTION 112. MEETING OF THE COUNCIL. The Council shall meet quarterly or
as may be deemed necessary. The Chairperson or his duly designated convener shall preside in
all council meetings.
SECTION 113. BUDGET ALLOCATION OF THE PYDO. Funding requirement

shall be provided in the Annual Performance Budget of the Provincial Government.
ARTICLE XIII
FINAL PROVISIONS
SECTION 114. APPROPRIATIONS. The Provincial Government shall provide

necessary appropriation that shall be utilized for the realization of this Code.
SECTION 115. SEPARABILITY CLAUSE. Any provision hereof which may be

declared unconstitutional by a competent authority shall not affect the rest of the provisions not
otherwise so declared.
SECTION 116. APPLICABILITY CLAUSE. The pertinent provisions of existing laws

and other ordinances shall govern all other matters relating to the impositions or regulations
provided in this Code. This Code shall apply to every youth within the territorial jurisdiction of
the Province of Sorsogon and to those who may have committed violations on any of the
provisions of this Code.
SECTION 117. REPEALING CLAUSE. All ordinances, resolutions, executive orders,

rules and regulations, and other issuances or parts thereof, in conflict or inconsistent with any
provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed, amended or modified accordingly.
SECTION 118. EFFECTIVITY. This ordinance shall take effect after ten (10) days
from the date a copy thereof is posted in a bulletin board at the entrance of the provincial capitol
and in at least two (2) other conspicuous places in the local government unit.
APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY.
-oOo-
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I HEREBY CERTIFY to the correctness of the foregoing.
FATIMA F. RUIZ
Acting Secretary to the Sangguniang Panlalawigan
ATTESTED:
ATTY. MANUEL L. FORTES, JR.

Vice Governor/ Presiding Officer
APPROVED:
FRANCIS JOSEPH G. ESCUDERO

Governor
Date signed/approved: _________
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Republic of the Philippines

Hon. Manuel L. Fortes, Jr., Vice Governor/Presiding Officer

1ST DISTRICT 2ND DISTRICT

Hon. Krunimar Antonio D. Escudero II, MDMG Hon. Arze G. Glipo

Hon. Ramon B. Escudero – Provincial President, Philippine Councilors League

PROVINCIAL ORDINANCE NO. 09-2021

Author: Hon. Roxan M. Escanilla

WHEREAS, it is the declared policy of the Provincial Government of Sorsogon to

WHEREAS, it is vital to institutionalize youth participation in the local government to

NOW THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of the Province

SECTION 2. DECLARATION OF POLICIES AND PRINCIPLES. The Provincial

a) Specific sections of the Constitution

1. Article II Section 13 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, stipulates that “The

(4) Encourage non-formal, informal and indigenous learning systems, as well as

1. 603, otherwise known as “The Child and Youth Welfare Code”

1. 10742, otherwise known as the “Sangguniang Kabataan Reform Act of 2015”

SECTION 4. DEFINITION OF TERMS. The following terms as used in the Code

1. Snatching, shoplifting, misrepresentations;

d) Battered Woman Syndrome – Refers to the scientifically defined pattern of

chatting, internet, social media, online games, or other platforms or formats as

i. “Social bullying” – Refers to any deliberate, repetitive and aggressive social

f) Center of Participation – Refers to the priority Centers of Youth Participation;

1. National Organization – Refers to a youth organization or youth-serving

SECTION 7. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE YOUTH. All sectors declared herein

a) Purposefully live virtuously and uprightly through moral and experiential

SECTION 8. GENERAL DUTIES OF THE COMMUNITY. To ensure the full

a) Give them affection, companionship and understanding;

SECTION 13. ROLE OF EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS. Educational institutions

Special attention should be given to effective anti-drug awareness campaigns, HIV/STD,

The mass media shall be encouraged:

SECTION 15. ROLE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS. The LGUs should

Through the Local Sanggunian (Pambayan, Panlungsod, Panlalawigan); Local Special

f) Coordinate the registration and verification of youth and youth-serving organizations

SECTION 17. SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN AND THE NATIONAL YOUTH

SECTION 18. PROCESS IN FORMULATING YOUTH PROGRAMS. The process

SECTION 19. THE PHILIPPINE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PLAN (PYDP) AND

These centers have specific agenda statements to promote youth participation.

SECTION 20. THE LOCAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PLAN. Pursuant to Section

a) Meaningful youth participation in nation-building;

SECTION 21. THE COMPREHENSIVE BARANGAY YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

SECTION 22. THE ANNUAL BARANGAY YOUTH INVESTMENT PROGRAM

The ABYIP is composed of the following key elements: Center of Participation;

SECTION 23. DRAFTING AND FINALIZATION OF CBYDP AND APPROVAL

a) The SK elected officials shall draft the Comprehensive Barangay Youth

SECTION 24. MUNICIPAL/CITY PLANNING.

SECTION 25. PROVINCIAL PLANNING.

SECTION 26. THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT APPROACH. The

27.3 Economic Empowerment

27.4 Social Inclusion and Equity

27.7 Active Citizenship

27.9 Global Mobility

SECTION 28. ACCESS TO QUALITY ELEMENTARY, SECONDARY AND

a) Establish and maintain a system of free public education in elementary, secondary

SECTION 29. PROVISION OF SPORTS AND OTHER SKILL-ENHANCING

SECTION 31. SUPPORT TO EDUCATION PROGRAMS. The province shall

SECTION 32. PRACTICE OF ONE’S CULTURE AND RELIGION. The right of

SECTION 33. FRIENDLY STRUCTURES. Friendly structures shall be established in

SECTION 34. STREET CHILD-YOUTH. The provincial government shall provide