Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 11768)
It is a three-year rolling plan formulated by the Sangguniang Kabataan in consultation with the Katipunan ng Kabataan within three months from assumption to office. It serves as the basis for preparing the Annual Barangay Youth Investment Program and must align with the Philippine Youth Development Plan and other relevant local youth plans.
An official must be a Filipino citizen, a qualified voter of the Katipunan ng Kabataan, a resident of the barangay for at least one year before the elections, aged 18 to 24 on election day (18 to 30 for secretary and treasurer), able to read and write Filipino, English or local dialect, not related within the second degree to any incumbent local elected official, and not convicted of crimes involving moral turpitude.
Appointed SK treasurers must undergo mandatory bookkeeping training from and be certified by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) before assuming office, and they are prioritized for TESDA scholarships.
The SK may hold fund-raising activities aligned with the Comprehensive Barangay Youth Development Plan. Proceeds are tax-exempt and accrue to the SK's general fund but must be appropriated for the specific purpose of the activity and comply with existing budget, accounting, and auditing regulations.
SK members, including treasurer and secretary, receive a monthly honorarium not exceeding the SK chairperson's compensation, charged against SK funds. Not more than 25% of SK funds can be allocated for personnel services. LGUs may provide additional honorarium and benefits via local ordinances, subject to COA post-audit.
Privileges include exemption from NSTP components, excusal from regular classes during SK meetings upon certification, Philippine Health Insurance (PhilHealth) coverage by the National Government, honorarium as provided by law, and eligibility for civil service eligibility benefits based on years of service.
The SK member with the highest votes assumes the chairperson position for the unexpired term. If unavailable, the next highest vote-getter assumes. If none qualify under predefined reasons, the barangay mayor appoints an OIC from at least three nominees who meet SK qualification requirements.
Funds prioritize programs that address health, education, environment, citizenship, governance, social inclusion, peace and security, human rights, gender equality, and economic empowerment, including educational assistance, sports and wellness, skills training, livelihood projects, climate and disaster preparedness, leadership development, and addressing youth vulnerabilities.
The Pederasyon drafts the Local Youth Development Plan, convenes quarterly with the Local Youth Development Council to oversee implementation and alignment of local youth programs, facilitates information and knowledge transfer, and elects representatives to serve in the Advisory Council under the Youth in Nation-Building Act.
The duly elected presidents of the Pederasyon ng Sangguniang Kabataan at all levels serve as ex officio members of the Sangguniang Bayan, Sangguniang Panlungsod, and Sangguniang Panlalawigan. They chair the Committee on Youth and Sports Development and serve in various other local councils and boards.
A Youth Development Office must be created in every province, city, and municipality headed by a youth development officer with at least division chief rank. It may be under various local government offices or a separate department if funds allow, to coordinate youth development efforts.
They include Philippine cultural history, political systems, ethics, youth roles in nation-building, plus capacity-building areas like leadership, project development and sustainability, financial management, accountability, and transparency. The training program is designed and implemented in coordination with relevant government agencies and education institutions.