MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 27

: The main purpose is to enjoin all officials and employees in government departments, agencies, instrumentalities, government-owned and controlled corporations, and local government units to actively participate in the observance of the 26th year anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution.
: It commemorates the EDSA People Power Revolution of 1986, which restored democratic institutions and ushered in political, social, and economic reforms in the Philippines.
: The celebration is spearheaded by the EDSA People Power Commission (EPPC).
: Executive Order No. 82, series of 1999, and its amendment by Executive Order No. 17, series of 2010, provide the mandate to the EPPC.
: The theme was 'ANONG TAYA MO PARA SA PILIPINAS NATIN?'.
: They are enjoined to actively participate in EPPC-organized events, assist in programs for effective implementation, conduct related activities like fora, lectures, film showings, and community services, display themed banners or tarpaulins, and coordinate closely with the EPPC.
: From February 14 to February 25, 2012.
: They are required to display 'EDSA 26: ANONG TAYA MO PARA SA PILIPINAS NATIN?' banners and/or tarpaulins, as well as put up yellow buntings and/or flags.
: No, it applies to all departments, agencies, instrumentalities of the National Government, government-owned and controlled corporations, and local government units.
: It took effect immediately upon issuance, on February 15, 2012.