NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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Second Regular Session 
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SENATE
s. No. 2318
23 JULH P2--43
RtCE'iVEO BV
Introduced by Senator MARK A. VILLAR
AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL YOUTH ENVIRONMENTAL ADVOCACY AND 
SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND 
FOR OTHER PURPOSES
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The Philippines, as an archipelagic nation located in a region heavily affected 
by climate change and environmental degradation, has been facing escalating 
environmental challenges. It becomes of paramount Importance to empower the 
younger generation to actively engage in environmental advocacy and sustainable 
practices, as they will be most affected in the future.
This measure seeks to establish a National Youth Environmental Advocacy and 
Sustainability Program (NYEASP) that aims to create a platform for young Filipinos to 
participate in environmental conservation and sustainable development efforts. This 
platform will nurture the youth's interest in environmental sustainability, promote 
awareness about the Importance of responsible natural resource management, and 
harness the collective power of our youth to build a more resilient nation.
The NYEASP envisions to create a nationwide network of environmentally- 
conscious Filipinos who are willing to take concrete actions and volunteer their time 
and talent for the betterment of the environment.
This bill represents an Investment not only in the environment, but in the 
capabilities and potential of the Filipino youth. It Is our hope that collectively, they will 
lead our nation towards a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future for the 
generations to come.


In view of the foregoing, approval of this bill is earnestly sought.
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MARK A. VILLAR


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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
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Second Regular Session 
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23 JUL 17 P2^3
S. No.
SENATE
2318
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Introduced by Senator MARK A. VILLAR
AN ACT
ESTABLISHING A NATIONAL YOUTH ENVIRONMENTAL ADVOCACY AND 
SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND 
FOR OTHER PURPOSES
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled:
Section 1. Declaration of Policy-The State recognizes the vital role of the youth 
in nation-building and their potential to contribute to environmental protection, 
conservation, and sustainable development; thus, the State shall involve young 
Filipinos in environmental issues and empower them through various modes of 
participation in environmental advocacy and sustainable practices.
Sec. 2. National Youth Environmental Advocacy and Sustainability Program - 
There is hereby established a National Youth Environmental Advocacy and 
Sustainability Program (NYEASP) under the supervision of the Department of 
Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in collaboration with the Department of 
Education (DepEd), the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), and the National 
Youth Commission (NYC).
Sec. 3. Program Components - The NYEASP shall consist of the following 
components:
a) Education and Training - Develop and implement comprehensive and age-
appropriate environmental education and training programs in primary.


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secondary, and tertiary educational institutions, which shall include workshops,
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seminars, webinars, and conferences on environmental advocacy and
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sustainable practices.
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b) Environmental Clubs - Establishment and strengthening of environmental
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clubs in schools nationwide, promoting 
hands-on implementation and
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monitoring of environmental and sustainable projects.
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c) Youth Environmental Ambassadorship - Creation of Youth Environmental
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Ambassadors who shall undergo specialized training and be responsible for
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spearheading environmental campaigns 
in their respective schools,
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communities, or regions.
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d) Community Outreach Programs - Organization of community outreach
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programs such as clean-up drives, tree planting, recycling initiatives, and other
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environment-related projects, allowing young Filipinos to be actively involved
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in their localities' efforts towards sustainability.
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e) Annual National Youth Environmental Summit - Conducting an annual
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summit where youth participants from different regions will convene,
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participate in capacity building workshops, collaborate on joint projects, and
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raise environmental concerns for policy action.
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Sec. 4. Incentive and Recognition Program - The DENR, in coordination with
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the NYC, shall establish an efficient incentive and recognition system to encourage
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youth participation and acknowledge exceptional efforts, projects, or initiatives in
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environmental activism and sustainable practices.
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Sec. 5. Funding. - The amount necessary for the initial implementation of this
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Act shall be charged against the current year's allocations of the DENR. Thereafter,
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such sums as may be necessary for the continuous implementation of the NYEASP
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shall be included in the agency's annual budget under the General Appropriations Act.
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Sec. 6. Implementing Rules and Regulations. - The DENR, in consultation with
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the other agencies involved, shall promulgate the necessary rules and regulations to
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carry out the provisions of this Act within ninety (90) days from its effectivity.
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Sec. 7. Separability Clause. - Any portion or provisions of this Act that may be
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declared unconstitutional or invalid and shall not have the effect of nullifying other


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portions or provisions hereof as iong as such remaining portions or provisions can stiil
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subsist and be given effect in their entirety.
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Sec. 8. Repealing Clause. - Aii iaws, presidentiai decrees, executive orders,
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memoranda, circuiars, and other issuances, or parts thereof, which are inconsistent
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with the Act, are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.
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Sec. 9. Effectivity Clause. -This Act shall be take effect fifteen (15) days after
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its publication in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation.
Approved,