An estimated 200 youth leaders representing different sectors and regions are expected to participate at the 9th Parliament of Youth Leaders which will be held on the first week of May 2012.
Organized by the National Youth Commission, the 9th parliament has the theme “Revolutionizing Youth Development,” which aims to formulate policy recommendations to address youth issues in the country.
“These recommendations are then lobbied to government leaders to be considered as proposed bills and administrative policies. It is important to note that during the event, participants also get to share ideas and gain valuable insights and networks to aid them in their youth development efforts,” organizers said.
NYC Commissioner Gio Tingson, who heads this year’s NYP National Organizing Committee said the gathering is the perfect platform for all Filipino youth to get proactive.
“Ito na ang pagkakataon nyo na makibahagi sa isa sa pinaka-importanteng proyektong pangkabataan ng pamahalaan kung saan ang boses ng natin ay maririnig sa paggawa ng mga policy recommendations para maging batas o polisiya. If you want change in the government – in our society – this is a great place to start. Ang Kabataang Filipino mula sa lahat ng rehiyon at sektor ay inaanyayahan ng NYC na sumali at makilahok,” Tingson said.
He added that “the Commission is also revamping the conduct of the parliament, making it more inclusive and youth-friendly.”
“We’ll do away with cosmetics like formal clothing and focus on the substance. You can show up in your jeans and rock star shirt, as long as active participation and involvement is there,” furthered Tingson.
The parliament of youth leaders started in 1996.
NYC opened the applications to the 9th Parliament of Youth Leaders last January 19 with Commissioner Tingson inviting young people, “we need your voice! Join us usher in change.”
For interested applicants, the application forms can be downloaded at the NYC website (www.nyc.gov.ph) or get it from your nearest NYC area office.
The qualifications of NYP9 are as follows: Filipino citizen, aged 15 - 30 years old as of February 29, 2012; residing at the place of representation for at least six (6) months at the time of submission; must be a member of an organization; of good moral character; and can contribute to the objectives of the 9th National Youth Parliament.
Deadline of application is February 29, 2012. The NYC reminds that previous NYP delegates are no longer qualified to participate. Other details and requirements are posted on the NYP 9 application form, the NYC website and the NYC Facebook account. For more information, please e-mail nyp9@nyc.gov.ph or call (02) 416-2833, 416-3415, 413-5503 or 416-3570. (Jandel Posion)
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