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THE MEDIUM-TERM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT In line with its function to formulate a national framework for youth development, the NYC is in the midst of preparations to come up with the Medium Term Youth Development Plan for 2005-2009. The Plan will identify indicators for program implementation, veering away from the broad strokes approach. Later this year, we will be conducting a series of consultations with the youth sub-sectors, as well as program partners for their inputs on a draft plan done together with youth sector experts and youth program implementers. |
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POLICY STATEMENTS
Education The quality of and access to education must be improved, and students should be empowered to |
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participate actively inside and outside the school.
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Employment
The entrepreneurial spirit of the Filipino youth should be cultivated. |
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The rights of all young workers should be protected.
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Health & Substance Abuse
Adolescent and youth development should be supported with emphasis on adolescent reproductive health and a narcotics-free lifestyle for the youth. Read More |
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Special Needs
Equal opportunities and proper treatment should be accorded to the youth no matter what special circumstance they may be in. Read More |
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Environment
Youth volunteerism for the protection and preservation of the environment shall begin in the communities and schools. Read More |
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Participation
The youth should be empowered to be role models for each other. They should strive to work towards a better Philippines starting from their own communities. The SK should be strengthened through proper reform measures and should fulfill their role as the focal point of the youth sector in the barangays. |
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International Participation | Exchange Programs An annual youth exchange program that provides the youth with the opportunity to visit ASEAN countries and Japan, and establish friendship with their counterparts. |
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Delegates live on board a Japanese luxury ship. While on country visits, they undertake various activities such as courtesy call, interaction with local youth, institutional visits, and homestay with local families. The program is being sponsored by Japan in cooperation with the ASEAN-member countries. SSEAYP is currently accepting applications for 2004. Deadline of application is on March 31, 2004. 1. For participating youth Copies of the 30th SSEAYP Video footage is available upon request. • Contact Info/ Person |
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ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Youth (AMMY) AMMY is a body created to help resolve the common social problems among the youth of ASEAN. It provides the necessary support and facilitates that would need to take place in the course of youth development. The AMMY is expected to come up with regional political commitment and governmental resources to facilitate the development of youth among ASEAN countries within the framework of ASEAN spirit of regional solidarity and cooperation. |
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AMMY IV was able to come up with a declaration on youth employment during the latest meeting last September 2003 Download AMMY IV Manila Declaration (link) • Contact Info/ Person |
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