Manalangin. Magmasid. Magnilay.
Magpapasiya. Manindigan.
PRELIMINARIES
PPCRV Voter’s Prayer
Lord, make me an instrument of your presence in the Polls.
Where there is coercion and violence, Let me sow seeds of love;
Where there is bribery and vote buying, Let me sow seeds of integrity;
Where there is discord, let me sow seeds of unity;
Where there is electoral fraud, let me sow seeds of honesty;
Where there is duplicity and propaganda, Let me sow seeds of truth;
Where there is indifference, Let me sow seeds of care and concern;
And, where there is despair in the electoral process, Let me sow seeds of hope.
PPCRV Voter’s Prayer
O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much think of my selfish motives when I vote.
Instill in me a deep sense of communal solidarity in my critical choice of candidates that would rise above the traditional politics of PAY-OFF, PERSONALITY and PATRONAGE.
Enlighten me to elect worthy men and women that embody the true spirit of public service in their moral consciousness.
PPCRV Voter’s Prayer
For it is in voting responsibly that we receive the fruits of true democracy.
And it is in dying as a seed to our selfishness That we are born to eternal life.
Amen.
Mary, Queen of Peace, pray for us.
St. Lorenzo Ruiz, pray for us.
St. Pedro Calungsod, pray for us.
That in all things, God may be glorified.
ELECTIONS 2013
The PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL FOR RESPONSIBLE VOTING (PPCRV) has been Officially Accredited by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) for 3 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assist in Voters Education
* Mobilize for Poll Watching
* Conduct Unofficial Parallel Count
Trajectory to 2013
• Engaged Citizenship
• Empowerment of the Vulnerable Sectors
• Towards 2016
• Commitment
Outline
• Module 1: Engaged Citizenship
Manalangin. Magmasid.
• Module 2: Empowerment
Manalangin. Magnilay.
• Module 3: Towards 2016
Manalangin Magpasiya.
• PLEDGE. Manalangin. Manindigan.
MODULE 1: EXPERIENCEEngaged Citizenship.
Processing Activity
HOW MANY SQUARES ARE THERE IN THE PICTURE?
Processing Activity
Our Philippines: National Situationer
Outline:
1. Social
2. Economic
3. Political
4. Environmental
Our Philippines: Society
On Poverty
Family self-rating as Mahirap/Poor (SWS, July 2012)
51% or 10.3 M families (2Q 2012)
On Education (UNDP, May 2009)
65/100 complete elementary (6 years); 58/65 go on to high school; 42/58 graduate 4 years later
Educational Reform: K-12, “Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2012”
On Health
Healthcare professionals Rising number of jobless nurses
o Unemployed (expected): 298,000 (Manila Bulletin, 2012)
Nurse-to-patient ratio per hospital per shift
o Ideal: 1:4 vs. Reality: 1:40-50
Our Philippines: Society
Our Philippines: Economics
Different bodies have a positive outlook on the country’s upcoming economic performance for year 2012 and beyond: World Bank: 5% possible growth in 2013
Institute for Development Studies: 5.6% GDP growth for 2012
GDP grew by 6.4% in the 1Q of 2012 (NSCB)
Why this Outlook? There seems to be “an improving backdrop from rebounding exports
and manufacturing output at the start of the year alongside reports of an easing jobless rate and OFW remittances back to familiar growth…”
OFW remittances fell back to within trend growth of 5.4% in
January
Employment (Source: census.gov.ph)
Rate/Year 2011 2012
Labor Force Participation 63.7% 64.3%
Employment 92.6% 92.8%
Unemployment 7.4% 7.2%
Underemployment 19.4% 18.8%
Our Philippines: Economics
Investment
Internationally recognized as a prospect investment area
Bloomberg (Source: topics.bloomberg.com/philippines/)
Increased Investors’ confidence on Philippine market
Philippine Economy growing at a rapid rate that may even overtake China’s growth
Investment commitments from foreign investors surged 249% in February this year to P3.22B from only P924M during the same month last year (business.inquirer.net)
Our Philippines: Economics
Taxation
Current administration promotes more efficient and effective tax collection for higher budget allocating Tax collection as of July 2012: P604.68B (13.7% higher than 2011
but missed the administration’s target by 4%)
Our Philippines: Economics
Our Philippines: Politics
The 2013 elections: a prelude to the 2016 Presidential elections
Political analysts said it will take at least three (3) consecutive reform-oriented Presidents to effect and implement needed reforms for the country.
Different politicians are already consolidating their ranks in preparation for the 2013 elections.
Our Philippines: Environment
Ecosystems and Environment Stability
Marine Resources Damage of Coral Reef Habitat due to Cyanide, Dynamite, Muro-
Ami, and Small-Mesh Nets Fishing led to the inability of ecosystem to replenish marine creatures necessary in the sustenance of the island ecosystem’s human inhabitants
11 out of 50 traditional Fishing Grounds already destroyed (Rio
Watch, 2010)
Forest Recently Forest Cover improved, however Natural Forests
continue to be denuded due to illegal cutting and conversion to other uses.
Deforestation high number of natural incidents
high number of flood accidents
Disaster 3rd out of the top 10 countries with a 24.32% disaster risk (UN
Disaster Risk Index)
Vulnerability heightens exposure and inherent susceptibility
20 typhoons/year (Almost 50% are considered destructive)
Waste Management An average Filipino generates 0.3 and 0.5 kg (rural and urban
areas, respectively) of solid waste daily
Inadequacy of disposal activities – open dumping sites
Barangay: Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), segregation, and collection of biodegradable and recyclable waste
City and Municipality: collection and disposal of residual non-biodegradable and hazardous waste (except in Metro Manila where disposal falls under the mandate of MMDA)
Increasing population composing urban ecosystemo Increasing waste (2% increase rate per year with only 12%
recycled and/or reused)
Ecological Footprint NCR* - 4.6666 global hectares per person (gha/person)
Highest: Quezon City with 1.2048 gha/person
Living within sustainable limits: Mandaluyong with 0.4143 gha/person
Highest consumption category: Food
Top land-use component: Pasture and arable land
60% lived within city’s resources, 70% had normal Body Mass Index (BMI)
Initiatives/Specific Laws:
Philippine Agenda 21: Urban Development
Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000 (RA 9003)
The Philippines is on track to adopt the Ecological Footprint at the national level (www.footprintnetwork.org)
Source: Serafico, M., Espinoza, M., Perlas, L., & Tanchoco, C. (June 2012). Ecological footprint of the National Capital Region Households: Bridging the Gap Between Nutrition and Environment. Philippine Journal of Science. Taguig City: Food and Nutrition Research Institute, DOST.
Our Philippines: Mining
The issue on mining mainly encompasses three general areas: Economy, Environment, and Social Justice
The Mining Act of 1995 (RA 7942) was a result of a slump in the mining industry in the 80s and 90s and the reputation of the Philippines as a difficult country for foreign investors. As a result of this and also due to pressure from international financial institutions, a liberalization of policies on mining was undertaken.
Perks
Tax Breaks
100% Foreign Ownership
Investment guarantees
Boos
Government discretion in mineral agreements
Minimum tax payments
ECCs procured by fraudulent representations
Vitiated consent from affected communities
This led to a deterioration of the environment, a continuous crushing of the right of local communities especially the indigenous people, and minimizing economic benefits for the Philippines (if there is indeed any).
(Source: Tanada. (2010). HB6342: The Alternative Mining Bill, “Making Responsible Mining a Reality”)
MODULE 2: REFLECTIONEmpowerment.
Outline:
1. The Local Government Code of 1991
2. Right of Suffrage
3. Church Social Teachings
Local Government Code of 1991
The Local Government Code of 1991
Specifies provisions for powers and responsibilities of our local leaders. It is essential for Filipinos to know what he/she can demand and expect from his/her
elected local official
The Local Government Code of 1991
General Points:
• Allows for the transfer of powers, responsibilities and resources from the national government to the LGUs
• Local Chief Executives have almost similar functions, differing only in scope of jurisdiction
• The main function and duty of Councils is to create and pass ordinances
The Local Government Code of 1991
General Points:
• LGC contains provisions granting local officials powers and duties to perform certain roles, which ever Filipino can demand:– Basic Services
– Economic Interventions
– People’s Participation
– Natural Resources Management
The Local Government Code of 1991
Highlights
On Basic Services Ethical basic services delivery training for LGU personnel
Field health and hospital services
Social welfare
Community-based forestry
School building program
Tourism facilities
Projects on agricultural extension and on-site research
Public works funded by local fund
Telecommunication projects
Housing projects
Investment support
Provincial and City-level
The Local Government Code of 1991
Highlights
On Economic Interventions
Creation of employment opportunities
Attract investments and businesses
Sustainable development strategies
Funding of small and medium-scale livelihood projects
Credit financing for small and medium business enterprise
Creation of IGPs
Support in establishing cooperative programs
Efficient economic services delivery
The Local Government Code of 1991
Highlights
On People’s Participation Passage of People’s Empowerment Ordinance (EO)
Creation of People’s Council through EO
Crafting of People’s Charter
Initiative
Referendum
Recall
NGO-PO and sectoral participation
• Local-special bodies
• Sectoral representation in local legislative bodies
• Barangay Participatory Planning and Budgeting
• Mandatory consultations on local and national budgets and
projects
The Local Government Code of 1991
Highlights
On Natural Resource Management Invite technical intervention of local, national, and international
environmental organizations and experts managing crucial or endangered species
Inter-LGU and NGO environmental cooperation
Consultative environmental policy-making with community and local sectors
Create Natural Resource Management Council (NRMC) among community groups, NGO-POs, local government officials and line-agencies as local planners
Community, NGO-PO, Government Agencies, and LGU
counterparting
Creation of ordinance allowing for the legitimizations and
budget allocation of the plans created by the NMRC
Right of Suffrage
Right of Suffrage
YOUR HUMAN RIGHT.
Right of Suffrage
The Right to Vote
Participatory Governance
True Democracy
WHY VOTE?!
It is a Your Right.
This Right is a Privilege.Pagkakataong lumahok sa pagpatakbo ng PILIPINAS.
Karapatan natin ito.
WHY VOTE?!
It is a
Social Equalizer.ISANG TAO – ISANG BOTO.
Presidente o Pulis. Pare-pareho tayo dito.
WHY VOTE?!
It is
YOUR
Responsibility.Para sa kinabukasan. Para sa Kabataan.
Para sa paghubog ng bukas NGAYON.
WHY VOTE?!
BOBOTO KA BA?
Empowering the Seven (7) Vulnerable Sectors
7 Vulnerable Sectors
1. Internally Displaced Persons/IDPs (600k in 2008)
2. Indigenous People/Ips (14M)
3. Elderly (8M)
4. First-Time Voters (FTV)/Youth (11M unregistered 2009)
5. Persons with Disabilities/PWD (1.23%)
6. Detainees (95% are eligible)
7. Overseas Absentee Voters/OAVs (8-13M)
Enfranchising the Seven (7) Vulnerable Sectors
1. Vote = Universal right
2. Vote = Mandate from governed to governor
3. Genuine democracy = inclusive electoral process
4. Systematic and historical disenfranchisement of these sectors concerted efforts to enfranchise
Church Social Teachings and Politics
Church and Politics
• The Church has no identification with political community/system.
• The Church has no political ambitions.
• The competence of the Church is religious and moral in nature.
• Members are encouraged to take full responsibility as citizens of a given nation.
• Authority has its source from God.
Church and Politics
• Political power is not absolute.
• An authority is needed to put order in the political community.
• Political authority must be exercised within the limits of the moral order.
• The Church’s call to provide civic and political education.
MODULE 3: ACTIONTowards 2016.
Processing Activity
What do I want from my candidate and my government?
Plenary Activity
What Do I Want?ASPECT REMAIN CHANGE
PERSONAL
1. 1.
2. 2.
3. 3.
FAMILY
1. 1.
2. 2.
3. 3.
COMMUNITY
1. 1.
2. 2.
3. 3.
COUNTRY
1. 1.
2. 2.
3. 3.
MY EXPECTATIONS FROM THE GOVERNMENT & CANDIDATES THAT I WILL ELECT & SUPPORT
1.
2.
3.
My Contributions: What will I do to help my
candidates and government achieve what I need and want?
Plenary Activity
Action Planning Matrix
TOP 3 GOALS NECESSARY STEPSPERSON(S)
RESPONSIBLETIME TABLE
1.
2.
3.
Action Planning Matrix (Sample)
TOP 3 GOALS NECESSARY STEPSPERSON(S)
RESPONSIBLETIME TABLE
1. Candidate’s Forum
Invite candidates and participants
Knights of Columbus
Last week of campaign period
2.
3.
*Note: Sample taken from Action Planning of the Vicariate of St. Joseph in the Diocese of Pangasinan during the Training the Trainors Worshop last Nov 2012.
Commitment Pledge
The TEN COMMANDMENTS for RESPONSIBLE VOTING
1. Vote according to the dictates of your conscience.
2. Respect the decision of others in choosing theircandidates.
3. Seek to know the moral integrity, capabilities andother personal qualities of the candidates you willvote for: “Karakter, Kakayahan at Katapatan (3K)”.
4. Strive to understand the issues, platform, andprograms of candidates and parties campaigning foryour vote.
5. Do not sell your vote!
6. Do not vote for candidates using guns, goons, gold andglitter.
7. Do not vote for candidates tainted with graft andcorruption.
8. Do not vote for candidates simpley because of “utang naloob”, “pakikisama”, popularity or good looks.
9. Do not vote for candidates living an immoral life.
10. Always put the welfare of the country as top priority in choosing the candidate you will vote for.
The TEN COMMANDMENTS for RESPONSIBLE VOTING
Commitment Pledge
Commitment Pledge
I, ___________________________________, a resident of Barangay _______________,
Municipality or City of ________________________, province of ____________________
in adherence to my belief that Politics and Suffrage must be
Clean, Honest, Accurate, Meaningful, and Peaceful do hereby solemnly pledge to:
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
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and in doing so, likewise commit myself to be part of the PPCRV Apostolate.
I will VOTE. I will VOTE WISELY. I will FOLLOW MY VOTE and monitor the actions and
performances of those I elected into office until 2016. SO HELP ME GOD..
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Signature Date
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