It is the web of personal relationships, groups,

network traditions and patterns of behaviours

that exist among those who shared physical
neighborhoods, socio-economic conditions or
common understanding and interest.

It is the process of harnessing peoples active
participation in the formulation,
implementation and evaluation of policies,
plans and programs of local government units.
The object of it is people participation which is
sometimes referred to as people/community
participation.

Section16 of Art. XIII on Social Justice and
Human Rights states that the rights of the
people and their organizations to effective and
reasonable participation at all levels of social,
political and economic decision-making shall not
be abridged. The State shall, by law, facilitate the
establishment of adequate consultation
mechanism.

Section 23 provides that the State shall encourage
non-governmental, community-based or sectoral
organizations that promote the welfare of the
nation.

Section 34 of the LG Code states that the LGU
shall promote the establishment and operation
of POs/NGOs to become active partners in the
pursuit of local autonomy.
Increases access of people to basic services;

Enhances relationship between government officials
and people;

Ensures that the needs of the people are articulated
and studied;

Ensures relevance of development program to real
needs;

Ensures that benefits go to intended beneficiaries;

Makes beneficiaries understand better the project
objectives, the benefits to be derived, the
responsibilities of each group or sector and the
management scheme;

Ensures sustainability of programs;

Provides beneficiaries the opportunity to interact and
provide feedback on key issues at some or all stages in
the project cycle;

Builds up beneficiaries capability to examine and solve
their own problems;
Facilitates effective group and collective actions;

Reduces cost of projects because beneficiaries
contribute their resources

Enhances capability of LGU to deliver services. High
level of people participation means STRONG LOCAL
GOVERNANCE.
U are in the middle of everything.
Without U, the community falls apart.
U must do your share, big or small.
Obey the law.
Give way at a traffic intersection.
Fall in line.
Pay your taxes.
Conserve energy.
Clean your surroundings.
Help others help themselves.
There are so many constructive things.
U can do to help transform the Philippines
Into a country U can be proud of.
If U set your mind and heart to it,
U can make a difference.
Participation of NGOs and
POs in Governance
Non-Government Organization (NGO) - is a private-
non-profit voluntary organization that is committed to
the task of socio-economic development and is
established primarily for service.

Peoples Organization (PO) - refers to an association of
residents in a barangay, or barangays, established to
promote the public interest and with an identifiable
leadership structure and membership.


Private Sector (PS) refers to private organizations,
institutions, entities, business or commercial
organizations not controlled by any public or
government entities

Civic Society Organization (CSO) includes PO, NGOs,
SCGs, Association of professionals, and related
associations.



Section 34. Role of People's and Non-
governmental Organizations. - Local government
units shall promote the establishment and
operation of people's and non-governmental
organizations to become active partners in the
pursuit of local autonomy.
The Code allows and encourage NGOs/POs/PS direct involvement
in the Local Special Bodies and in the following plans, projects, or
activities of LGUs:

- Delivery of basic services and facilities
- Joint ventures and cooperative programs or undertaking
- Financial and other forms of assistance
- Preferential treatment for cooperatives of marginal
fisherman
- Preferential treatment for cooperatives development
- Financing, construction, maintenance, operation and
management of infrastructure projects.
Requirements for Accreditation:
Letter of Application

Duly Accomplished Application Form for
Accreditation

Board resolution signifying intention for
accreditation

Certificate of Registration

List of current officers and members

Annual accomplishment report for the immediately
preceding year

Financial statement
Mandatory Consultation

System of Recall

Local Initiative

Local Referendum

Membership on Barangay-Based
Institutions
Mandatory Consultation

The Code requires all national government agencies
and officers to conduct periodic consultations with
appropriate LGUs, NGOs, POs and other concerned
sectors of the community before any project or
program is implemented in their respective
jurisdictions.
System of Recall

Recall is a process or mode by which elective local
official may be removed from office before the end
of his term by a vote of no confidence in an election
called for the purpose. It is an initiated by the
registered voters of an LGU or by a preparatory
recall assembly upon any elective LGU who no
longer enjoys the voters confidence.
Local Initiative

Local Initiative is the legal process whereby the
registered voters of an LGU may directly propose,
enact, or amend any ordinance trough an election
called for the purpose.


Local Referendum

Local referendum is the legal process whereby the
registered voters of LGUs may approve, amend, or reject any
ordinance enacted by the sanggunian through an election
held for the purpose.


BPOC
BDC BDCC
BADAC BSWMC
BNC BCPC
BPFSDC
TANOD
Brgy.-based Institutions (BBIs)
BPOC
BDC BDCC
BADAC
BSWMC
BNC BCPC
BPFSDC
TANOD
Brgy.-based Institutions (BBIs)
PB
SB Members
NGO Representatives (at least
)
Representative of
Congressman
Mobilizes peoples
participation
in local development council;
Prepares Brgy. Development
Plans

Monitors and evaluates the
implementation of national or
local programs and projects;
Performs other functions
provided by law

BPOC
BDC BDCC
BADAC
BSWMC
BNC BCPC
BPFSDC
TANOD
Brgy.-based Institutions (BBIs)
BARANGAY DISASTER
COORDINATING Committee

COMPOSITION
Punong Barangay - Chairman
other leading persons - Members
in the community

FUNCTIONS OF BDCC
Establishes the Barangay Disaster
Operations Center (BDOC);
Coordinates with the BDOC the disaster
operation activities of its tasked units;
Implements within the barangay the
guidelines set by the MDCC;

FUNCTIONS OF BDCC

Advises the members of the BDCC
regarding disaster management; and
Submits recommendations to the
MDCC as necessary

BPOC
BDC BDCC
BADAC
BSWMC
BNC BCPC
BPFSDC
TANOD
Brgy.-based Institutions (BBIs)..
Punong Barangay
SK Chair, as Vice
Chairperson
Rep from DSWD
Rep from NGOs concerned
with the welfare of children
operating in the barangay;


Rep from Peoples Org in the
community
Rep from DepED, DOH and
Human Rights;
A child advocate whose age
ranges from 9-14 duly chosen
by the barangay officials.
Foster the education of every
child in the barangay;
Encourage proper performance
of duties of parents;
Protect and assist abandoned
and maltreated children;



What are the functions of the
BCPC?
Assist parents whenever
necessary in securing expert
guidance counseling from the
proper governmental or private
welfare agency. (P.D. 603, Art.
87)
Protect working children from
abuse and exploitation.

What are the functions of the BCPC?
BPOC
BDC BDCC
BADAC
BSWMC
BNC BCPC
BPFSDC
TANOD
Brgy.-based Institutions (BBIs)
Punong Barangay
SK Representative
DepEd School Principal
Barangay Kagawad Sports
Coordinator
Homeowners Association
Representative
(2) NGO Representatives

Composition of the Brgy Physical
Fitness and Sports Development
Council

Meet at least once a month to
plan and formulate a blueprint
for the short, medium, and
long term for the sectoral
sports based on the National
Policy and Program of Sports
for All

What are the functions of the
BPFSDC?
Conduct local Sports Summits
in consultation with other
public and private entities
concerned to identify and
prioritize sports programs and
activities in their respective
areas of concern and to
monitor, review, and validate
their program.
What are the functions of the
BPFSDC?
Disseminate proper information on
the national policy and program,
including their local programs to
encourage the active participation
of their constituents on physical
fitness and sports activities;
What are the functions of the
BPFSDC?
BPOC
BDC BDCC
BADAC
BSWMC
BNC BCPC
BPFSDC
TANOD
Brgy.-based Institutions (BBIs)..
Punong Barangay
Barangay Kagawad (Chairman
on environmental protection
and/or health and sanitation)
SK Chairman
Public/Private School Principal
or Representative
Composition of the Brgy Solid
Waste Management Council
Rep from Religious organizations
Rep. from the Association of
Business Community (Commercial
or Industrial Sector)
NGO Representative (concerned
on environment)
President of the Market Vendors
Association and Junkyard owners,
if any;
Formulate a community solid waste
management program consistent
with that of the city/municipality.
Responsible for the segregation
and collection of solid waste
specifically for biodegradable,
compostable and reusable wastes;
What are the functions of
BSWMC?
Organize a Core of Area/Street
Coordinators through the
conducts of trainings for
barangay residents on
segregation, composting,
recycling and livelihood
opportunities from use of
recyclable waste and to
monitor their implementation;


BPOC
BDC BDCC
BADAC
BSWMC
BNC BCPC
BPFSDC
TANOD
Brgy.-based Institutions (BBIs)
Punong Barangay
Barangay Kagawad (In charge
of peace and order) as Vice
Chairman
SK Chairman
School Principal (Public)
What is the Composition of the
Brgy Anti-Drugs Abuse Council?
Chief Tanod
Rep NGO/Civil Society
Parents Teachers Assn.
Rep Homeowners Assn.
Rep Religious Organization
Composition of the
BADAC?

Plan, strategize, implement and
evaluate programs and projects
on drug abuse prevention in the
barangay;
Coordinate and collaborate with
other Institutions implementing
programs and projects on drug
abuse at the barangay level;

What are the functions of BADAC?
Continuously gather and
update data on drug abuse and
its effect on the peace and
order situation in the barangay
including listing of drug users
and pushers.

What are the functions of BADAC?
Submit a monthly report to the
ADAC through the DILG;
Refer users and pushers to the
police and other Institution for
corresponding sanctions,
rehabilitation and/or
counseling;

BPOC
BDC BDCC
BADAC
BSWMC
BNC BCPC
BPFSDC
TANOD
Brgy.-based Institutions (BBIs)..
Punong Barangay
SK Chairman
Lupon Tagapamayapa Member/Rep.
Brgy. Tanod Member/Rep.
Interfaith/Religious Group/Senior Citizen
Rep.
3 NGO Rep. (anti crime groups)
PNP Representative
Monitor and coordinate the
implementation of peace and order
programs and projects at the
barangay level;
Serves as an information-gathering
mechanism;


What are the functions of BPOC?
Monitor and check the nefarious
activities of criminal elements;
Identify barangay constituents
with strong deviant behavior for
referral to appropriate authorities;
What are the functions of BPOC?
Maintain continuing dialogue,
close coordination and rapport with
the City Peace and Order and
public safety councils;
Monitor, coordinate and supervise
the operation of all community-
based anti-crime movements within
the barangay.

What are the functions of BPOC?
BPOC
BDC BDCC
BADAC
BSWMC
BNC BCPC
BPFSDC
TANOD
Brgy.-based Institutions (BBIs)..
Are civilian volunteers duly
appointed by the PB upon
recommendation of the BPOC
20 BTs headed by BT Exec.
Officer


Barangay Tanods
Filipino citizen & resident of at
least 6 months in the Brgy.
At least 18-60 years of age
Can read and write
Of good moral character
Physically and mentally fit

Qualifications of Barangay
Tanods
Under the supervision of the
Punong Barangay, the BT shall:

Assist the barangay officials in
the prevention of crime and
promotion of public safety;

Conduct patrol/ronda in the
barangay
Functions of Barangay Tanods
Monitor presence and or
activities of suspicious
persons, criminals and other
lawless elements

Functions of Barangay Tanods
Coordinate closely with the
barangay officials and police/local
authorities in the drive against all
forms of crimes such as terrorisim,
smuggling, carnapping, drug
trafficking, drug pushing, illegal
gambling, child abuse, crime
against women, all forms of vices
and syndicated crimes

Functions of Barangay Tanods
arangay
utrition
ouncil
Legal Basis DLG MC No. 89-47:
Organization/Reorganization of Brgy. Nutrition
Committees

Chairman: Punong Barangay
Members: RIC President
PTA President
Anak-Bukid (4-H Club) President
SK Chairman
Heads of Religious/Civic Org.
Brgy Nutrition Scholar
Formulate Brgy Nutrition Action Plan
Coordinate the nutrition activities of the brgy.
Organize the Brgy Networks
Prepare spot map of the barangay
Conduct Operation Timbang under supervision
of the RHU
Organize specific groups to implement nutrition
intervention activities and assess progress,
Hold regular quarterly meetings to monitor
program performance


Disseminate proper information on the national
policy and program, including their local prog.
to encourage the active participation of their
constituents on physical fitness and sports
activities;
Assist in the identification, recruitment and
training of gifted and talented athletes;
Perform other functions deemed necessary to
promote and implement the National Policy
Program.
BHRAO

BHERT

BPRAT

arangay
esponse
ealth
mergency
eam
DILG MC No. 2003-95: Enjoining the
creation of BHERT in all barangays
nationwide. There shall be BHERT for
every 5000 population in the barangay
Head : Executive Officer, Tanod
Members : Tanod Member
Two (2) barangay health workers,
one of whom is preferably a
midwife or nurse




Conduct visits in the home of every person arriving
from SARS affected countries;
Immediately list down the person(s) the arriving
person came in contact with prior to his arrival in his
residence;
Take daily temperature of the arriving person and
observe any other signs of SARS like cough, difficulty
in breathing or shortness of breath;
Provide protective gadgets to the SARS case,
including the members of the HH. immediately
isolate;
Monitor SARS case, and
Report to the PB on mesures or actions taken per
arrival

arangay
ction
uman
ights
enter
DILG MC N0. 94-194 which enjoins all
barangays to pass/adopt a resolution for the
establishment of the HRAC in LGUs. It was
issued on October 27, 1994 by then SILG
Rafael M. Alunan III.
How will the BHRAO be selected?
A Barangay Assembly Meeting shall be
convened for the purpose of establishing the
BHRAC and consequently, the barangay
constituents will ELECT the BHRAO through
a viva-voce voting by a majority of the
participants.
What happens after a BHRAO had been
elected?
The Barangay Council shall issue a
resolution designating the elected
person to serve as BHRAO.
Qualification of a BHRAO:
1. He is at least high school graduate.
2. NLT 21 years old
3. Must be a person of probity and integrity
4. Must not engage in partisan/political activities
5. Must not be an elected/appointed official of
the government
6. Must be committed to the cause of human
rights; and
7. Willing to undergo skills training
Where does the BHRAO hold office?
The BHRAO holds office in any area designated by
the Chairman of the Barangay Council.

* Barangay Hall ( most preferably)
Functions of the BHRAO:
The BHRAO has 4 main functions:

1. Receives complaints;
2. Provides human rights information & education;
3. Provides coordination and referral services; &
4. Conducts mobilization activities for Human
Rights.

initiates the conduct of info drives/campaign &
other HR education activities for creating
awareness of human rights among the barangay
citizens.
arangay
ction
overty
eduction
eam
DILG issued Memorandum Circular 2003-92
dated April 29, 2003 provides for the
Adoption of Core Local Poverty Indicators in
Planning wherein a Local Poverty Reduction
Action Team or LPRAT shall be created at the
barangay level and be known as the Barangay
Poverty Reduction Action Team or BPRAT.
Head : Punong Barangay
Members : Chair, Appropriations Comm.
Chair, Education Comm.
Chair, Health and Social Comm.
NGO Rep.
School Principal/ Head Teacher
Brgy Health Worker
Brgy Nutrition Scholar
Brgy Daycare Worker




collect data at the household level;
process and analyze data for barangay-
level diagnosis;
validate data through community
assembly;
prepare barangay level poverty map and
barangay profile; and
prepare Barangay Poverty Reduction
Action Plan/Program.

A brgy. Assembly is a meeting of actual
residents of the brgy. called upon by the
punong barangay or of atleast four members
of the sangguniang barangay or upon a
written petition of atleast 5% of the assembly
members which shall be submitted to, and
favorably acted upon by the punong
barangay.

Sec. 397 of the LGC

Proclamation No. 342 dated March 18,
2003: Declaring the last Saturday of March
2003 and the last Saturday of October 2003
and every year thereafter as Barangay
Assembly Day

MC 2003 - 57
(a) Actual residents of the barangay for
at least six (6) mos;

(b) fifteen (15) years of age or over;

(c) citizens of the philippines; and

Duly registered in the list of barangay
assembly members.
The brgy. Assembly shall meet at least
twice a year & shall discuss the semestral
report of the sangguniang barangay
concerning its activities and finances as
well as problems affecting the barangay.
(Sec . 397 (b) of the LGC)

The meetings shall be called upon by the Punong
Barangay or of at least four (4) members of the
sangguniang barangay or upon a written
petition of at least five percent (5%) of the
assembly members which shall be submitted
to, and favorably acted upon, by the punong
barangay.
(A written notice to all barangay assembly members stating
the date , time, venue, and purpose of the meeting & shall be
posted in three (3) conspicuous places w/in the barangay one
(1) week prior to the meeting except on matters involving
public safety & security, in which case notice w/in a
reasonable time shall be sufficient.)
a) Initiate legislative processes by recommending to the
sangguniang barangay the adoption of measures for the
welfare of the barangay and the city or municipality
concerned;


(b) Decide on the Adoption of initiative as a legal
process whereby the registered voters of the brgy.
may directly propose, enact or amend any
ordinance; and
c) Hear and pass upon the semestral report of the
sangguniang barangay concerning its activities and
finances.
1. Short Program
2. State of the Barangay Address by the
Punong Barangay
3. Accomplishment Report and Financial
Report on Estimated Expenses for the
Current Year.
Example:
a. Programs and project during
the period.
b. Capability building activities
c. Other vital accomplishments of
the barangays.

ACTIVITIES DURING BARANGAY
ASSEMBLY:
4. Barangay operational Plan and Financial
Plan for the next calendar year.
5. Situationer on:
- Peace and Order
- Anti-Terrorism
- Anti-Drug Abuse
- Health
- Environment
6. Measures to address issues and
concerns.
ACTIVITIES DURING BARANGAY
ASSEMBLY (Cont.):