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Committee on Children (13th SP)

FUNCTIONS

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

COMPOSITION

  • Chairman: Hon. Elmer S. Baldemoro
  • Co-Chairman: Hon. Ghiel G. Rosales
  • Members:
    1. Hon. Joselito S.A. Del Rosario
    2. Hon. Mila SD. Raquid-Arroyo
    3. Hon. Jose C. Rañola
  • NCPC Rep.: Ms. Marivic Balance
  • NCCW Rep.: Ms. Nomila Culvera
  • Liga Rep.: PB Estelita N. Bautista