EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 806

: The ECCD Council is the principal agency responsible for implementing government programs related to early childhood care and development such as health, nutrition, and early education for children from birth to age six (0-6 years).
: The Council for the Welfare of Children (CWC) was created under Presidential Decree No. 603.
: The Council for the Welfare of Children exercises powers as the national policy and program coordinating body for promotion of children's rights and welfare, functioning pursuant to PD 603 and EO 233 (s.1986).
: The ECCD Council is attached to the Office of the President.
: The Secretary of Social Welfare and Development chairs the Council for the Welfare of Children.
: The Council for the Welfare of Children is attached to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).
: Republic Act 8980 provides for the establishment of the NECCDCC, institutionalizing a national system for comprehensive and sustainable collaboration to promote the holistic growth and development of young children.
: They were transferred to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).
: The ECCD Council's programs cover children from birth up to six (6) years old.
: The designated focal agency (CWC) will formulate, advocate, monitor, and evaluate national policies, laws, and programs for the development and protection of children below 18 years, consistent with international treaties and national frameworks.