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“ The State recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation-building and shall promote and protect their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual and social well-being. It shall inculcate in the youth patriotism and nationalism; and encourage their involvement in public and civic affairs. ”
- 1987 Philippine Constitution
The Law Behind the Creation of NYC: Republic Act 8044
(Youth in Nation-Building Act)
The National Youth Commission was established by virtue of Republic Act 8044, or the Youth in Nation-Building Act, which was enacted in 1995. This bill provided for the creation of a National Comprehensive and Coordinated Program on Youth Development.
The NYC operationalized this provision through the creation of a Medium-Term Youth Development Plan (MTYDP) 1999-2004, of which all youth programs and projects implemented by all government agencies are strategically evaluated and monitored for their specific role in involving and enabling the youth as able partners towards national development.
The Role of NYC Towards Nation-Building
The NYC provides the youth with opportunities to be an active partner in nation-building through youth programs and projects that will develop and harness their potentials and enable them to be of great service to their country and community.
The creation of new policies and advocacies for youth development also allows the NYC to push for reforms and the creation of new measures to implement better services for the youth and the communities.
NYC Vision
Moving force in Filipino youth development
NYC Mission
Ensure the convergence of youth policies
Mobilize resources for youth development
Provide support to youth and youth serving organizations, and
Demonstrate and advocate effective programs, projects, and practices in youth development
NYC Core Functions
Research, policy formulation and advocacy
Monitoring and evaluation of youth programs,
projects and activities
Resource mobilization, networking, and partnership-building
Social Marketing, public and media relations
Education, training / institution-building
Major Programs of the NYC
Medium Term Youth Development Program
In line with its function to formulate a national framework for youth development, the NYC came up with the Medium Term Youth Development Plan. The Plan identify indicators for program implementation, veering away from the broad strokes approach.
The MTYDP serves as a guide for government agencies to utilize in the proposal or implementation of youth-related programs.
Youth Organizations’ Registration Program
Pursuant to RA 8044, otherwise known as the “Youth in Nation-Building Act” the National Youth Commission shall register, help and facilitate the establishment of Youth Organizations and Youth Serving Organizations.
Through the nationwide registration of youth and youth serving organizations, the Commission links up with the youth and facilitates a more active participation in its programs.
Ship for Southeast Asian Youth Program
The Ship for Southeast Asian Youth Program (SSEAYP) is an annual cultural exchange program that started in 1974 as a joint statement between ASEAN member countries and Japan. Participated by young people from ASEAN member countries and Japan, the program’s objective is to promote friendship and mutual understanding among them and the local youth in their respective countries.
Ten Accomplished Youth Organizations
The Ten Accomplished Youth Organizations (TAYO) is an annual search and recognition program for outstanding contributions made by youth and youth serving organizations nationwide. The awardees receive prizes that would enable them to sustain their current efforts or develop and implement new programs.
Government Internship Program
NYC serves as the secretariat of this program, which started off as a summer work program for students.
Enrolled in the Kapit Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan (KALAHI) program of the administration, it is NYC’s contribution to the poverty alleviation program of the government. NYC arranges for other government agencies and private companies to hire out-of-school, unemployed youth as interns who receive a monthly stipend that is 75% of the minimum wage.
National Youth Parliament
The NYP is a 3-day convention of youth leaders every two years wherein policy recommendations are formulated to address youth issues, and serve as government’s guide in policy formulation and program development. Started in 1996, youth leaders gather every two years to share ideas and gain valuable insights and networks to aid them in their youth development efforts.
Local Youth Development Program
The program aims to strengthen NYC’s linkage with its clientele in the grassroots level by beefing up its current set up by advocating for the establishment of Local Youth Development Councils.
Once established, the LYDCs shall be responsible for the formulation of policies and implementation of youth development programs in their localities in coordination with various government and non-governmental organizations.
Youth Legal Aid Program
YLAP seeks to provide legal assistance to youth with meritorious cases who are deprived of their right to competent legal representation merely because of their indigence. It is also designed to address the current problem of the Filipino youth who are maltreated and oppressed and the compelling necessity to shield the youth against drug abuse and exploitation.
Kabataan sa Mindanao Natin
A comprehensive advocacy-training program on the culture of peace, human rights and the indigenous peoples.
It aims to advance the promotion of peace, racial and cultural tolerance, respect for the environment, rights of children, youth, women and the indigenous peoples.