Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 05)
The Department of Health is instructed to take the lead in the creation and establishment of the PNAC.
The Secretary of Health or his representative chairs the Philippine National AIDS Council.
The Secretary of the National Economic and Development Authority acts as Vice-Chair of the PNAC.
Members include representatives from government departments such as Education, Culture and Sports, Labor and Employment, Justice, Tourism, Local Government, Budget and Management, Social Welfare and Development, Foreign Affairs, and non-governmental organizations, private volunteer groups, professional associations, advocacy groups, and other interested parties.
The PNAC advises the President on policies for AIDS prevention and control, ensures the removal of legal impediments to the national AIDS strategy, and collaborates with other organizations to combat discriminatory attitudes.
They are called upon to coordinate activities with government bodies, respond sensitively to local conditions, efficiently use resources, and contribute to AIDS prevention and control programs, especially in primary health care and community development.
Because the HIV/AIDS epidemic is multi-dimensional affecting society broadly, a coordinated national policy and intervention from multiple sectors are needed to effectively prevent and control the epidemic.
Yes, the PNAC is tasked to work with organizations and agencies to overcome discriminatory attitudes associated with HIV/AIDS.