CHR Endorses Early Childhood Care and Development Act
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has openly supported the Early Childhood Care and Development System Act, highlighting its vital role in securing the rights of Filipino children. This landmark law, known as Republic Act No. 12199, ensures holistic development, protection, and lasting well-being for the nation’s youngest citizens.
Signed by the President last May, the Early Childhood Care and Development Act aims to lower child mortality rates and promote comprehensive early growth. It also prioritizes the timely identification of developmental difficulties and facilitates a smoother shift to formal schooling.
Legal Foundations and International Commitments
The CHR emphasized that the law aligns perfectly with the 1987 Philippine Constitution, which mandates the state to uphold children’s rights to care, nutrition, and protection. Furthermore, this legislation strengthens the Philippines’ commitment to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, advocating for every child’s right to optimal health, education, and development.
Collaboration for Effective Implementation
Local leaders and human rights advocates urge all sectors to unite in fully applying this significant law. They stress that this should go beyond policy to become a tangible promise fulfilled for Filipino children nationwide.
“Let this measure be not just a policy, but a promise fulfilled—for a more inclusive, humane, and rights-affirming future where every Filipino child is nurtured and empowered to reach their full potential,” sources said.
The Early Childhood Care and Development Act signals a new chapter for Filipino children, one that fosters an environment where their growth and rights are protected and valued.
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