M1.2 NSTP (3) PDF - Philippine Constitution & Citizenship Values

Topic 3 | Citizenship Training - Leadership, Good Citizenship Values and Voters'' Education 3.2. Good Citizenship Values NSTP as a citizenship training scheme focuses on: Translating the good citizenship values as reflected in the Preamble of the constitution into concrete action in building a bet...

Topic 3 | Citizenship Training - Leadership, Good Citizenship Values and Voters'' Education 3.2. Good Citizenship Values NSTP as a citizenship training scheme focuses on: Translating the good citizenship values as reflected in the Preamble of the constitution into concrete action in building a better Philippines What Is a constitution? 1. Constitution refers to that body of rules and maxims. In accordance with which the powers of sovereignty are habitually exercised 2. The basic political principles. On which a state is governed, making clear the rights of the individual and establishes the power and duties each government 3. The supreme law of a country. What is a preamble? derived from the Latin word "preambulare", which means "to walk before". It is a preliminary introduction to a statute or constitution (usually explaining its purpose). Preamble of the 1987 Philippine constitution. “We, the sovereign Filipino people, imploring the aid of Almighty God, in order to build a just and humane society and establish a Government that shall embody our ideals and aspirations, promote the common good, conserve and develop our patrimony the blessings of independence and democracy under the rule of law and a regime of truth, justice, freedom, love, equality and peace, do ordain and promulgate this constitution.” How can we become Good Citizens? by living in accordance with good citizenship values which we can derive from the preamble of the constitution such as: Faith in God Concern for the Environment Unity Justice Patriotism Freedom Work Love Respect for Life Equality Respect for Law and Government Peace Truth Order Promotion of the Common Good Concern for the Family and Future Generations For Adults. These basic values can be seen in their outward manifestations. As well as in decision-making. There is always a consistency on what they think, how they feel and what they say Every Filipino child. Needs to be helped to form his own values consistent with basic Filipino values. If he is to grow into a citizen who is "maka-Dyos, maka-tao, maka-bayan, and maka-kalikasan.  The Good citizenship values Pagkamaka-Diyos Pagkamaka-Bayan Faith in the Almighty God Unity Respect for life Equality Order Respect for law and Government Work Patriotism Concern for the family and future Promotion of the common good generations Pagkamaka-Tao Pagkamaka-Kalikasan. Love Concern for the environment Freedom Peace Truth Justice The National Motto shall be “Maka-Diyos, Maka-Tao, Makakalikasan at Makabansa”. 3.3. Voter's Education/Right of Suffrage What is the right of suffrage? The human right to vote in the Philippines is embodied in three documents namely: 1. universal declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), 2. International covenant on civil and political Rights 3. and 1987 Philippines constitution. A right and obligation to vote for qualified citizens in the election of certain national and local officers or the government and in the decision of public questions submitted to the people. It is a privilege and right given to every Filipino citizen. More than anything else, it is a responsibility that every Filipino is expected to fulfill in earnest. Who is qualified to vote in the Philippine elections? Citizens of the Philippines 18 years old and above on the day of the elections A resident of the Philippines for one year and In the city or municipality wherein he proposes to vote for at least sex month before the election Those not disqualified by law Under the overseas Absentee Voting law Republic act 9189 or the Overseas Absentee Voting Law provides for a system, which allows qualified Filipinos abroad to vote in national elections in the Philippines Filipino citizens abroad 18 years old and above on the day of elections  Immigrants with affidavit of intent to resume residence in the Philippines Permanent residents with affidavits of intent to resume residence in the Philippines Who is disqualified to vote in the Philippine elections? Any person who has been sentenced by final judgment to suffer imprisonment for not less than one year. However, he/she may reacquire the right to vote upon expiration of five years after service of sentence. Any person who has been adjudged by final judgment by a competent court or tribunal of having committed any crime as rebellion, sedition, violation of the anti-subversion and firearms laws, or any crime against national security, unless restored to his full civil and political rights in accordance with law. Insane or incompetent persons as declared by competent authority How do Filipino voters vote? Characteristics of the candidate that can be of benefit to the voter of characteristic such as madaling lapitan, malinis na pagkatao, matulungin sa nangangailangan, nagtataguyod ng programang pangkaunlaran; Political machinery which includes the political party, being in the opposition, and good campaign strategies; Popularity of being a celebrity or endorsed by a celebrity; and Endorsement of network and organizations such as family, the church and the group leaders What election practices and irregularities should the citizens watch out for? Bribery, intimidation, and various forms of cheating particularly: Registering in several names and in several names and/or several precincts; Vote-buying/vote-selling/paid not to vote;  Flying voters; voting in the name of other persons/dead persons or relatives; Threat to supporters, voters and members of election inspectors; Lanzaderal ballot-switching and ballot box-snatching; 3.4. Bill of rights Is defined as the set of prescriptions setting forth the fundamental civil and political rights of the individual, and imposing limitation on the powers of government as a means of securing the enjoyment of those rights Is a declaration and enumeration of a -Is a declaration and enumeration of a person's rights and privileges which the constitution is designated to protect against violations by the government or by an individual or groups of individuals which the constitution is designated to protect against violations by the government or by an individual or groups of individuals Bill of rights is not meant to be invoked against acts of private individuals. It is a protection against the state. Article 3 of the 1987 Philippine constitution provides the enumeration of the constitutional rights of every citizen Bill of rights Rights of a person are the right to life, liberty or property and right to property with further guarantee of equal protection of laws. Right against unreasonable searches and seizures. right of privacy.  freedom of expression. Guarantee of religious freedom. Liberty of abode and travel. Right to information Right to Form associations. Right to just compensation when private property is being taken for public use. Non-impairment clause. Right to free access to courts. rights of Person under custodial investigation. Right to bail. Constitutional rights of the accused. The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus Right of Accused to speedy disposition of cases. Right against self-incrimination. Non-detention by reason of political beliefs and aspirations and right against involuntary servitude. Right against oppressive penalty. Non-imprisonment by reason of non-payment of debt or poll tax. Right against double jeopardy. Right against the bill of attainder and ex post facto law. 3.5. A 8491 Salient Provisions The importance of reverence and respect accorded at all times to the flag, the anthem, and other national symbols is also discussed under RA 8491 otherwise known as the Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines. Republic act no. 8491 -An act prescribing the code of the national flag, anthem, motto, coat -of-arms and other heraldic items and devices of the Philippines Section 1. RA 8491 - This act shall be known as the "flag and Heraldic code of the Philippines. Section. 2. Declaration of policy. - Reverence and respect shall at all times be accorded the flag, the anthem, and other national symbols which embody the national ideals and traditions and which express the principles of sovereignty and national solidarity Salient provisions of Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines A. The Philippine Flag A flag is a sacred and respected feature of the nation which it symbolizes. Our national flag is the symbol of our country. It shows our unity as a people. It stands for our high ideals and noble heritage. Therefore, when you show respect for the flag, you also show respect for our country and people. The Philippine National Flag is said to be the primary symbol of the Nation's camaraderie, solidarity and unity. It is therefore, the symbol of nationalism and patriotism in our country  The Philippine Flag The flag was first conceptualized by Emilio Aguinaldo. The first flag was sewn in Hong Kong by Marcela Agoncillo, her daughter Lorenza, and Doña Delfina Herbosa de Natividad, niece of Jose Rizal, The flag is displayed with the blue field on top in times of peace, and with the red field in times of war. The Philippine flag is unique in the sense that it can indicate a state of war when the red field is displayed on top or on the observer's left when the flag is displayed vertically, with the white equilateral at the top end. B. Flag Protocol The flag shall be permanently hoisted in front of the following: 1. Malacañang Palace 2. Congress of the Philippines building a. Senate of the Philippine s building b. House of Representatives of the Philippine Building 3. Supreme Court building 4. Rizal Monument in Luneta, Manila 5. Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite 6. Barasoain Shrine in Malolos, Bulacan 7. Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Libingan ng mga Bayani 8. Musoleo de los Beteranos dela Revolucion 9. All International Ports of Entry 10. All other places as may be designated by the Institute C. Prohibited acts 1. Defacing or ridiculing the flag by dipping the flag as salute, or adding additional marks on the flag 2. As a drapery, festoon, tablecloth, a covering, or as a part of a costume or a uniform; 3. As a trademark of/for commercial or agricultural labels or designs; 4. As a part of merchandise or in any advertisement or infomercial; and 5. As a pennant in the hood, side, back and top of motor vehicles. D. Half Mast sign of mourning. death of: 1. President 2. Former President 3. Vice President 4. Chief Justice 5. President of the Senate 6. Speaker of the House of Representatives. 7. other persons to be determined by the National Historical Institute for a period less the seven days. 3.6. Gender and Development mainstreaming WHAT IS DEVELOPMENT? Economic terms-market growth, modernization, infrastructure improvement, trade and employment, among others people centered- perspective: ○ It promotes people participation and empowerment and strives to meet basic needs and interests ○ development of the political, economic, social, cultural, and other dimensions of an individual's life DEVELOPMENT sustains capacity to achieve a better life for all individual is able to live longer and can enjoy good health and nutrition, education, satisfying job, a legal system that works, participation in political activities and governance, among others provides opportunities to broaden and individual's capacity to do and capacity to be. CAPACITY TO DO It is a power of ability to: ○ Do productive and satisfying work ○ Have control over one's income and benefit from it ○ Enjoy nature and the natural environment ○ Procreate and rear children ○ Care for others  ○ Travel in search of opportunities CAPACITY TO BE opportunity and resources to attain their aspirations for a better life such as: ○ Being knowledgeable and skillful ○ Being well-nourished ○ Being confident of one's own abilities ○ Being comfortable with one's achievements, independence and power Gender stereotyping, gender bias and or the marginalization of women Gender roles, expectations and perceptions box women and men to situations that constrain their capacity to do and capacity to be, hindering, in turn, their potentials to attain a full and satisfying life SEX Sex is a natural distinguishing variable based on biological characteristics of being a woman or man. It refers to physical attributes pertaining to a person's body contours, features, genitals, hormones, genes, chromosomes and reproductive organs. GENDER Gender, on the other hand, refers to the socially differentiated roles, characteristics and expectations attributed by culture to women and men. It is created, produced, reproduced and maintained WHAT IS GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT MAINSTREAMING? GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT recognizes the legitimacy of gender equality as a fundamental value that should be reflected in development choices. perspective about removing explicit, implicit, actual and potential gender biases within organizations and programs, projects and activities of those who are concerned with development. GENDER MAINSTREAMING is an approach to development that looks more comprehensively at the relationships between women and men in their access to and control over resources, decision making, benefits and rewards in society. ○ It aims to secure recognition of gender issues by government agencies on a sustained basis. ○ It seeks to achieve equality between women and men in aspects of life through equity. ○ It is an assessment of the implications for women and men of such planned government actions as policies, legislations and programs and projects. ○ It is a strategy to integrate women and men's concerns and experiences in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of policies, programs and projects in all political, economic and social agenda. ○ strategy to ensure that the concerns for gender equality are considered in the mainstream. ○ strategy is not an end in itself. It is a strategy to transform society and its institutions so they could work for gender equality.