Clarifies roles of ECCD and CWC councils

CWC shall continue to operate under the authority of Presidential Decree No. 603 and Executive Order No. 233 (1986).
It holds powers related to coordinating national policies and programs for children's rights and welfare.
The Council's composition remains as identified in EO 233 (1986).
The Secretary of Social Welfare and Development acts as the Chairperson.
The CWC is attached administratively to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

ECCD Council focuses on children aged 0-6 years, implementing early childhood care programs.
CWC covers welfare and development policies for children below 18 years.
Transfer of certain CWC functions and staff not related to ECCD to DSWD is mandated.
There is an explicit need to designate a focal agency separate from the DSWD to handle broader child development and protection matters.

The CWC was initially created through Presidential Decree No. 603.
RA 8980 institutionalized the National Early Childhood Care and Development Coordinating Council (NECCDCC), promoting comprehensive growth and development of young children.
Executive Order 778 (2009) transformed CWC into ECCD Council, attached to the Office of the President.
The 1987 Revised Administrative Code vests the President with authority to reorganize the national government, providing the basis for this Order.

All prior executive orders, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this Executive Order are repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.
The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance.

ECCD Council leads implementation of early childhood programs focusing on 0-6 years age group, attached to the Office of the President.
Council for the Welfare of Children continues oversight on policies and programs for all children below 18 years, chaired by the Secretary of DSWD.
Clear distinction of roles and responsibilities between the two councils strengthens governance of child welfare and development programs in the Philippines.