Law Summary
State Policies and Objectives
- The State promotes and protects the youth’s physical, moral, intellectual, social, and spiritual well-being.
- It inculcates patriotism, nationalism, and desirable values among the youth.
- Establishes mechanisms and support systems for youth empowerment and involvement in public and civic affairs.
- Revised IRR aims to provide youth representation through the SK as venues for community improvement.
Key Definitions
- Defines various terms such as ABYIP (Annual Barangay Youth Investment Program), Bonded Officer, Commission (National Youth Commission), CBYDP (Comprehensive Barangay Youth Development Plan), Local Chief Executive, Local Youth Development Council (LYDC), Mandatory Training Providers, Youth age range (15-30 years), Youth Organizations, and Youth-Serving Organizations.
Katipunan ng Kabataan (KK)
- KK consists of all Filipino citizens aged 15-30 residing in the barangay for at least six months and registered as youth voters.
- The SK secretary continually updates the KK membership list.
- Birth certificates or valid IDs prove age and residency.
Powers and Functions of the KK
- Elect SK chairperson and seven members.
- Serve as the highest policy-making body for youth affairs in the barangay.
- Must concur on policies, plans, programs, including CBYDP and ABYIP.
KK Meetings
- First general assembly within three months post-SK election.
- Regular assemblies at least every six months; special assemblies may be called with proper notice.
- Notices via traditional/non-traditional media and postings in barangay.
- Quorum rules formulated by DILG and Commission.
Creation and Election of the SK
- Each barangay has an SK composed of a chairperson and seven members elected by the KK.
- Chairperson appoints a secretary and treasurer with the SK members’ concurrence.
Powers and Functions of the SK
- Formulate a 3-year CBYDP aligned with national and local youth plans.
- Approve annual budget (ABYIP), with supplemental budgets if funds permit.
- Promulgate resolutions, initiate youth programs, and conduct fundraising.
- Establish committees, submit reports, partner with LYDC for advocacy projects.
- Conduct youth profiling and assist in establishing youth organizations.
- Implement policies on transparency and full public disclosure.
- Authorize contracts, comply with bonding requirements.
- Adopt internal Rules of Procedure covering meetings, discipline, legislative process.
- Perform other powers as prescribed by law or delegated.
SK Meetings
- Regular monthly meetings fixed by SK; special meetings on notice.
- Quorum requires majority including chairperson.
- Meetings held within barangay; virtual allowed during emergencies.
Qualifications for SK Officials
- Must be Filipino citizens, qualified voters, residents for one year, aged 18-24 on election day (30 for Secretary/Treasurer).
- Must not be related within the second degree of consanguinity/affinity to elected officials in local area.
- Must be literate and without conviction for crimes involving moral turpitude.
- Treasurer should ideally have business/accounting background and TESDA certification.
Term of Office
- SK Chairperson and members serve fixed three-year terms; eligible for re-election.
- Secretary and Treasurer co-terminus with appointing authority.
- Officials aging out (above 24) may finish term.
SK Chairperson
- Serves ex-officio as member of Sangguniang Barangay with full powers and privileges.
- Chairperson of Committee on Youth and Sports Development.
- Entitled to pro-rata honoraria.
SK Chairperson’s Powers and Duties
- Preside over meetings and assemblies.
- Lead formulation and implementation of CBYDP and ABYIP.
- Supervise affairs, coordinate with officials, authorize fund disbursements.
SK Secretary Duties
- Maintain records, minutes, and lists of members and youth organizations.
- Post resolutions and reports publicly.
- Assist chairperson in duties.
SK Treasurer Duties
- Custodian of SK funds and properties.
- Collect contributions, issue receipts, serve as co-signatory for withdrawals.
- Submit financial reports to SK and barangay.
- Ensure proper disposal and availability of funds.
Privileges of SK Officials
- Tuition and fees exemptions in public tertiary schools.
- Exemption from NSTP components with certification.
- Excused from classes while attending official meetings.
- PhilHealth coverage funded by national government.
- Actual travel reimbursements related to official functions.
- Monthly honoraria, limited to 25% of SK funds for personnel services.
- Entitled to civil service eligibility based on service years.
Persons in Authority
- SK Chairperson and members deemed persons in authority under Revised Penal Code.
Suspension and Removal from Office
- Grounds include absences without valid cause, failure to convene meetings, failure to formulate or implement plans, conviction of crimes, abuse of authority.
- Suspension/removal decided by Sangguniang Panlungsod or Bayan.
Succession and Filling Vacancies
- Next highest vote-getter assumes chairperson if vacancy occurs.
- Special KK assembly called to fill membership vacancies.
- SK Special Elections rule to be issued by COMELEC.
- Mayor appoints OIC if vacancy conditions not met.
SK Funds
- 10% of barangay general fund set aside for SK youth development.
- Financial independence with bank accounts jointly operated by chairperson and treasurer.
- Funds programmed according to CBYDP and ABYIP priorities.
- Allocation priorities include education, health, livelihood, environment, leadership, social protection.
- Budget cycle synchronized with barangay.
- Up to 15% of funds may be allocated for mandatory and continuing training.
COA Accounting and Auditing
- COA to formulate guidelines for proper accounting and auditing of SK and Pederasyon funds.
Pederasyon ng SK
- Organized at municipal (Pambayan), city (Panlungsod), and provincial (Panlalawigan) levels.
- Elects officers; elections facilitated by LGOO and Election Officer.
- Presidents of Pederasyon serve as youth representatives in various official councils.
- Coordinates with LYDC on youth plans and information dissemination.
Membership in Local and National Bodies
- Pederasyon presidents serve as ex-officio members in local sanggunian and special bodies.
- Exercise full powers, chair youth and sports committees.
- Elect representatives to National Youth Commission per region.
Local Youth Development Council (LYDC)
- Established in all provinces, cities, and municipalities.
- Composed of SK Pederasyon presidents and representatives from registered youth organizations.
- Registers and verifies youth organizations, oversees elections.
- Drafts and monitors Local Youth Development Plans (LYDP) aligned with national and local plans.
- Holds quarterly meetings with quorum by majority.
LYDC Funds
- Funded by respective sangguniang panlalawigan, panlungsod, or bayan.
- Subject to COA audit rules.
Local Youth Development Office (LYDO)
- Created in every province, city, municipality, headed by youth development officer.
- Qualifications include youthfulness, moral character, and youth development experience.
- Serves as secretariat to LYDC, conducts training programs, registers youth organizations.
- LGUs may allocate budgets and provide facilities to LYDO.
Capability-Building and Training
- Mandatory training required for SK officials and LYDC members before assumption of office.
- Continuing training during incumbency.
- Training includes Philippine culture, roles in nation-building, leadership, program management, financial accountability.
- Training providers accredited jointly by the Commission and DILG.
- Training fund of initial P50 million established.
Linggo ng Kabataan
- Annual observance in barangays, municipalities, cities, provinces on week including August 12 (International Youth Day).
- Youth aged 13-17 elected as counterparts of local officials to perform duties during the week.
Registration and Election
- Commission on Elections (COMELEC) oversees special KK registration for SK elections.
- SK elections synchronized with barangay elections every three years.
Final Provisions
- Funding necessary for implementation charged against SK funds or authorized LGU allocations.
- Severability clause provided.
- Repeals inconsistent orders and issuances.
- Amendments to IRR may be made by seven-member agency consensus.
- IRR effective 15 days after publication and filing with ONAR.