Composition of the Task Force
- Chaired by the Secretary of Social Welfare and Development.
- Includes Secretaries from the Departments of Interior and Local Government, Labor and Employment, Trade and Industry, Health, Education, Culture and Sports, Agrarian Reform, and heads of relevant government agencies.
- Members also include representatives from disabled persons’ organizations and related non-government organizations.
- Provision for alternates with rank not lower than Director.
- Authorized to seek assistance from governmental agencies as needed.
Functions and Responsibilities
- Formulate and implement integrated action plans promoting rehabilitation and development of PWDs.
- Identify and address implementation gaps in laws and programs for PWDs, particularly the Magna Carta for Disabled Persons.
- Provide strategic interventions and quick responses to PWD concerns.
- Facilitate fundraising activities and develop innovative financing schemes for sectoral programs.
- Submit quarterly reports to the President.
- Undertake any additional tasks as directed by the President.
Support and Secretariat
- The National Council on the Welfare of Disabled Persons (NCWDP) Secretariat provides technical and administrative support to the Task Force.
Funding and Financial Management
- Initial funding of PHP 10 million from OP-DBM savings/reserves and PHP 5 million from the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) for priority activities in 1997.
- NCWDP acts as fund depository and manager on behalf of the Task Force.
- Future appropriations to be included in regular government budgets of involved agencies.
Effectivity
- Executive Order becomes effective immediately upon issuance.
- Legal mandate signed by the President and Executive Secretary ensuring immediate implementation.