LETTER OF INSTRUCTIONS NO. 607

: The main objective is to involve private schools, colleges, and universities in community development programs to improve the quality of life in the barangays, especially for the less fortunate communities and out-of-school youth.
: The Secretary of Education and Culture is directed to call upon the heads of private schools, colleges, and universities to participate.
: All private schools, colleges, and universities are targeted by this directive to join in community service programs.
: The out-of-school youth, farmers, homemakers, fishermen, and other sustenance workers in rural areas are the primary beneficiaries.
: The Youth Community Assistance Program (YCAP) and the Community Assistance Team (CAT) programs are mentioned.
: The Department of Education and Culture, specifically through the Undersecretary of Education for Non-Formal Education, is tasked with monitoring the programs.
: To leverage their expertise and technology to aid in community development and improve rural life in alignment with the New Society's goals.
: Progress and implementation are to be reported periodically to the President of the Philippines.
: Because despite the willingness and cooperation from many sectors, the problems in rural communities cannot be solved without the contribution of those with technical expertise and knowledge to share.