Legal basis and stated purpose
- The proclamation establishes June 19 as a national day to commemorate Jose Rizal.
- It ties the day to Rizal’s birthday and to Rizal’s encouragement to the Filipino youth as “the faire hope of the Fatherland.”
- It recognizes a nationwide practice of marking Rizal’s birthday through programs and ceremonies for youth emulation.
Who must observe the day
- All schools—public and private are enjoined to observe Filipino Youth Day.
- Religious institutions are enjoined to observe Filipino Youth Day.
- Civic organizations are enjoined to observe Filipino Youth Day.
- City, provincial, and municipal communities are enjoined to observe Filipino Youth Day.
- Individual citizens are enjoined to observe Filipino Youth Day.
Core requirement for observance
- Observers must conduct appropriate activities on June 19.
- The activities must relate the life and works of Jose Rizal to the aspirations of the Filipino youth.
- The activities must lead the youth to dedicate their lives to the pattern of service established by Rizal.
Implementation character of the proclamation
- The proclamation frames observance as a general national practice to be continued with structured programs and ceremonies.
- The proclamation enjoins observance without limiting activities to a specific format, so long as activities are appropriate and youth-focused.