Philippine Government Budget Allocation for GAD

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What percentage of their total budgetary allocation should State agencies dedicate to GAD programs and activities?

at least 5%

Which agency is responsible for formulating the implementing rules and regulations of this Act?

PCW (Philippine Commission on Women)

How many days after the effectivity of this Act should the implementing rules and regulations be formulated?

180 days

What happens to the remainder of the law if any provision or part is held invalid or unconstitutional?

The remainder of the law or provisions not otherwise affected shall remain valid and subsisting. Signup and view all the answers

What is repealed, modified, or amended according to Section 46 of this Act?

Any law, presidential decree or issuance, executive order, letter of instruction, administrative order, rule, or regulation contrary to, or inconsistent with, the provisions of this Act. Signup and view all the answers

How many days after its publication in at least two newspapers of general circulation does this Act take effect?

15 days Signup and view all the answers

Which government departments and agencies are involved in formulating the implementing rules and regulations of this Act?

All concerned government departments and agencies, including the Commission on Human Rights Signup and view all the answers

Who are involved as observers in formulating the implementing rules and regulations of this Act?

Both Houses of Congress through the Committee on Youth, Women and Family Relations (Senate) and the Committee on Women and Gender Equality (House of Representatives) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the reports submitted by the PCW to Congress according to Section 41?

To highlight the progress of the implementation of the Act and its impact on the status and human rights of women Signup and view all the answers

What is the frequency of submitting reports to Congress as specified in the Act?

Every three (3) years or as determined in the implementing rules and regulations Signup and view all the answers

What sanctions may be recommended by the CHR against government agencies or officials who violate the Act?

Sanctions under administrative law, civil service, or other appropriate laws Signup and view all the answers

Who is primarily held liable for violations of the Act committed by a private entity or individual?

The person directly responsible for the violation Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the head of the agency or local chief executive in cases of violation of the Act?

They shall be held liable under this Act Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the second report submitted by the PCW to Congress?

An assessment of the effectiveness of this Act and recommendations for amendments Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of membership in development councils at all levels must be composed of women?

At least 40% Signup and view all the answers

What representation is required for women's groups in international, national, and local bodies?

They shall be represented Signup and view all the answers

What opportunity shall the State ensure for women to participate in international organizations?

To participate on equal terms with men and without any discrimination Signup and view all the answers

What incentive shall the State provide to political parties with a women's agenda?

Incentives shall be provided Signup and view all the answers

What measures shall the State take to encourage women leadership in the private sector?

Incentives shall be provided Signup and view all the answers

What shall the State review and amend or repeal within three years from the effectivity of this Act?

Existing laws that are discriminatory to women Signup and view all the answers

What shall the State ensure in educational materials and curricula?

Gender stereotypes and images are adequately and appropriately revised Signup and view all the answers

What capacity-building program shall be pursued for teachers and those involved in the education sector?

Capacity-building on gender and development (GAD), peace and human rights, education Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

GAD Budget Allocation

At least 5% of the total budgetary allocation of state agencies shall be utilized for programs and activities to implement this Act.

Implementing Rules and Regulations

The PCW shall formulate the IRR of this Act within 180 days after its effectivity in coordination with other government agencies, NGOs, and civil society groups.
The Committee on Youth, Women and Family Relations (Senate) and the Committee on Women and Gender Equality (House of Representatives) shall be involved as observers.

Separability Clause

If any provision or part of this Act is held invalid or unconstitutional, the remainder of the law or the provisions not otherwise affected shall remain valid and subsisting.

Repealing Clause

Any law, presidential decree, or issuance contrary to, or inconsistent with, the provisions of this Act shall be repealed, modified, or amended accordingly.

Effectivity Clause

This Act shall take effect 15 days after its publication in at least two newspapers of general circulation.

Women's Participation

At least 40% of the membership of all development councils from the regional, provincial, city, municipal, and barangay levels shall be composed of women.
Women's groups shall be represented in international, national, and local special and decision-making bodies.
The State shall take measures to ensure women's opportunity to represent their governments at the international level and to participate in the work of international organizations.
The State shall provide incentives to political parties with women's agenda and encourage the integration of women in their leadership hierarchy.
The State shall take measures to encourage women leadership in the private sector in the form of incentives.

Equality Before the Law

The State shall review and, when necessary, amend and/or repeal existing laws that are discriminatory to women within three years from the effectivity of this Act.

Education and Training

The State shall ensure that gender stereotypes and images in educational materials and curricula are adequately revised.
Gender-sensitive language shall be used at all times.
Capacity-building on gender and development (GAD), peace and human rights, education for teachers, and all those involved in the education sector shall be pursued.

Reporting

The PCW shall submit to Congress regular reports on the progress of the implementation of this Act, highlighting the impact thereof on the status and human rights of women.
The second report shall include an assessment of the effectiveness of this Act and recommend amendments to improve its provisions.

Penalties

The CHR shall recommend sanctions to the Civil Service Commission and/or the Department of the Interior and Local Government upon finding of violation of this Act by a government agency or local government unit.
The person directly responsible for the violation as well as the head of the agency or local chief executive shall be held liable under this Act.
If the violation is committed by a private entity or individual, the person directly responsible for the violation shall be liable to pay damages.

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This quiz focuses on the budget allocation for Gender and Development (GAD) programs in the Philippine government, specifically the implementation of Section 44 of the Act.