Composition and Qualifications
- Composed of a Chairman and four members appointed by the President.
- Members must be aged between 21 and 30 years.
- Must be of good moral character, free from crimes involving moral turpitude.
- Should have leadership experience in established youth organizations.
- Members and Chairman serve at the President's pleasure.
Functions and Responsibilities
- Recommend youth development projects and programs in coordination with youth sectors and government agencies.
- Consult government departments related to youth concerns.
- Establish a consultative mechanism for continuous government-youth dialogue.
- Conduct research and studies on youth matters.
- Participate in and implement international youth programs.
- Review existing laws and suggest improvements concerning youth.
- Request assistance from other government entities.
- Organize Council’s structure and staffing, appoint personnel per existing laws.
- Discipline employees, approve appointments and transfers within regulatory bounds.
- Submit reports and budget proposals to the Office of the President.
- Perform additional functions as authorized by the President.
Appointment and Role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- CEO appointed by the President upon Council recommendation.
- Accountable to Council members.
- Implements Council decisions, supervises operations, and handles administrative matters.
- Maintains organizational structure and staffing.
- Provides periodic performance reports and budget recommendations.
- Performs other functions authorized by the Council.
Abolition and Transfer of Previous Youth Agencies
- Abolishes Kabataang Barangay National Secretariat, Youth Development Affairs, and Secretariat on Youth Affairs.
- Establishes a committee chaired by the Council Chairman for winding up Kabataang Barangay National Secretariat.
- Committee includes representatives from DECS, DSWD, DLG, and NMYC.
- Transfers funds, assets, records, and personnel from abolished bodies to the Council.
- Transfers remaining assets of Philippine Commission on International Youth Year (PCIYY) to the Council.
- Council uses transferred funds for operations until included in the General Appropriations Act.
Repeal of Conflicting Laws
- Repeals or modifies all laws, issuances, or regulations inconsistent with this Executive Order.
Effectivity
- Executive Order is effective immediately upon signing.
This structured summary highlights the key elements and operational framework of the Executive Order establishing the Presidential Council for Youth Affairs, focusing on its purpose, organization, duties, and transition from prior youth agencies.