Definitions and Interpretation
- "Youth" refers to persons aged 15 to 30 years.
- "Youth Organization" means groups composed mainly of youth.
- "Youth-Serving Organization" means entities with youth-oriented programs.
- "Commission" refers to the National Youth Commission (NYC).
- Rules are to be interpreted liberally to fulfill the objectives of R.A. 8044.
Components of the National Comprehensive and Coordinated Program on Youth Development
- A four-year Medium Term Youth Development Plan aligned with the Philippine Development Plan.
- Periodic National Study on the Situation of the Youth every three years.
- National Review, Evaluation and Reform of youth service organizations every three years.
- Operationalization of youth development structures and leadership activities.
- Comprehensive and coordinated nationwide youth service delivery system.
- Participation in Biennial World Youth Day starting 1997.
National Youth Commission: Composition and Qualifications
- Composed of a Chairperson, two Commissioners-at-Large, regional Commissioners for Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao, and an ex-officio Commissioner from the Pambansang Katipunan ng mga Sangguniang Kabataan.
- Chairperson: max age 45; Commissioners max age 40; must be natural-born Filipinos with leadership experience and good moral character.
Appointment, Terms, and Rank
- Initial appointments by the President from nominees submitted by youth organizations.
- Terms: first term four years; subsequent terms three years with possibility of reappointment.
- Chairperson ranks as Department Undersecretary; Commissioners as Assistant Secretaries.
Status, Objectives, and Powers of the Commission
- Independent, autonomous, and attached to the Office of the President.
- Sole policymaking and coordinating body for youth programs in government.
- Powers include appointing personnel, entering contracts, owning property, accepting donations, and suing or being sued.
Functions of the Commission
- Policy formulation, planning and oversight of youth programs.
- Establish consultative mechanisms and coordinate with government & NGOs.
- Conduct research, training, international linkages, youth exchanges.
- Register and accredit youth and youth-serving organizations.
- Provide scholarships, training, and support to youth groups.
- Submit annual implementation reports to the President and Congress.
Relationship with Organizations and Government Agencies
- May enter Memoranda of Agreement with government and youth organizations.
- Responsible for registration and accreditation of youth organizations.
Roles and Duties of the Chairperson and Commissioners
- Chairperson: Chief Executive Officer, supervises operations, is official spokesperson, presides meetings, represents youth sector nationally and internationally.
- Temporary/permanent vacancies handled by delegation or internal election.
- Commissioners assist with policy review and have advisory roles by region or in specialized youth matters.
- Regular weekly meetings with quorum rules.
Executive Director: Appointment and Functions
- Appointed by the President upon Commission recommendation; must have management experience and youth affairs exposure.
- Chief Operating Officer and Secretary to the Commission.
- Responsible for overall administration, coordination, reporting, legal advice, and supervision of field offices.
Parliament of Youth Leaders
- Constituted by the Commission, meeting biennially.
- Delegates represent balanced geographical and gender representation, must be of good moral character and under 30 years old.
- Functions: discuss youth issues, develop legislative agenda, support task forces, coordinate with the Commission.
Advisory Council Composition and Functions
- Includes Secretaries and heads of relevant government agencies and congressional youth committee chairs.
- Meets quarterly, provides advice and consultation to the Commission.
- May create task forces and is supported by the Commission's Secretariat.
Fiscal Matters
- Disbursements must be authorized by Commission resolutions and comply with public fund regulations.
Transfer of Assets from Previous Youth Bodies
- Assets of predecessor youth organizations transferred to the Commission.
- Commission manages and records assets, transactions subject to legal compliance.
Tax Deductions and Exemptions
- Donations to the Commission qualify as allowable deductions and are exempt from donor's tax per tax code.
Presidential Land Grants
- The President may grant public land to the Commission for youth development centers.
- Commission is responsible for managing and utilizing such land.
Stamps and Gold Coins for Youth
- Commission to arrange issuance of stamps and minting of coins depicting youth events.
- Selection conforms with rules established with the National Historical Institute.
Miscellaneous Provisions
- Separability clause: invalid provisions do not affect remaining rules.
- Rules may be amended by majority vote of Commission members.
- Rules take effect upon publication in the Official Gazette.