Conducts committee/public hearings on matters referred to it by the Sangguniang Panlungsod and recommends action thereon;
Formulates policies and conducts studies and researches involving the welfare and protection of children;
Formulates programs and measures that will better enhance the dignity and socio-economic standing of street children;
Ensures dissemination of information pertaining to the rights and responsibilities of children;
Initiates seminars, lectures and fora to strengthen the moral values and social responsibilities of children;
Recommends programs and policies to establish linkages and ties with other government agencies and with non-governmental organizations on matters concerning children;
Ensures effective and responsive implementation of all laws, ordinances, programs, measures and policies that protect the rights of children;
Performs such other functions as the Sanggunian may adopt.
