1 2 3 4 (k) One (i) representative from the duly accredited association of nurses in the Philippines; (1) One (i) representative from the duly accredited association of medical doctors in the Philippines; and 5 (m)One (i) representative from the non-governmental organizations (NGOs) 6 involved in the advocacy for the prevention, cure and rehabilitation of 7 persons with developmental disabilities. 8 The five (5 ) members of the Council coming from the representatives of the 9 drug and vaccine manufacturers and distributors; caregivers; nurses; medical 10 doctors and non-governmental organizations shall be appointed by the President of 11 the Philippines, from a list of three (3 ) nominees from each sector, who shall serve 12 for a term of three (3 ) years, and renewable for another term: Provided, That the 13 person appointed shall be of good moral character, of unquestionable integrity, and 14 with expertise and experience of at least six (6 ) years in the field of developmental 15 disabilities, mental health and other related fields; Provided, further, That in the 16 event of a vacancy, the successor appointed to fill the same shall serve only the 17 unexpired portion of the term of the member he/she succeeds to. 18 The members of the Council from the government agencies and institutions 19 may designate their permanent representatives who shall have a rank not lower than 20 an assistant secretary or its equivalent to attend meetings. 21 All members of the Council shall receive emoluments as may be determined by 22 the Council, in accordance with existing budget and accounting rules and regulations. 23 Sec. 8 . Meetings. - The Council shall meet at least once a month upon a three- 24 day notice signed by the Chairperson or as often as necessary upon the wTitten 25 request signed by two-thirds (2 / 3 ) of its members. The presence of a majority of the 26 members of the Council shall constitute a quorum in order for it to conduct its 27 business. 28 Sec. 9 . Programs and Services of the Developmental Disability Council of the 29 Philippines. - The programs and services that will be provided by the Council shall 30 include, among others, the following: 31 32 (a) Orientation and counselling services for families of newly diagnosed children with developmental disabilities;