SK fed pushed to strengthen youth headship
By J.Lo
"Through SK, we provide our youth with opportunity to be part of leading our communities... but we can further expand contributions of youth leaders to society…that's why we're advocating for creation of national federation to enhance SK's ability to be part of leadership of our country," Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian urged for creation of national federation for Sangguniang Kabataan to enhance capabilities of youth leaders.
Gatchalian emphasized need for national organization dedicated to enhancing role of Sangguniang Kabataan leaders in nation-building.
Gatchalian filed bill in 2022 seeking to amend Section 21 of SK Reform Act of 2015. Under proposed measure, Nasyonal na Pederation ng mga Sangguniang Kabataan will be established and composed of elected presidents of Panlalawigang Pederasyon ng mga Sangguniang Kabataan.
Senator said creation of national SK organization aims to enhance networking and consensus-building to ensure greater efficiency in addressing governance issues and implementing projects.
Proposed measure also provides elected of Nasyonal na Pederasyon ng mga Sangguniang Kabataan will serve as ex officio member of Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines.
Powers and functions of SK include formulating three-year rolling plan serves a basis for preparing the Annual Barangay Youth Investment Program, initiating and implementing programs and projects designed to promote general welfare, development and empowerment of youth, and hold fundraising activities align with Comprehensive Barangay Youth Development Plan.
Philippines hold elections choose new leaders at barangay level. This marks first barangay and SK polls in five years.
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