2. Coordinate the implementation of the provisions of RA 10070, Batas Pambansa Blg. 344, otherwise
known as the Accessibility Law, and other relevant laws at the local level;
3. Represent PWDs in meeting of the local development councils and other special bodies;
4. Recommend and enjoin the participation of Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) and People’s
Organization (POs) in the implementation of all disability related laws and policies;
5. Gather and compile relevant data on PWDs in their localities;
6. Disseminate information including, but not limited to, programs and activities for PWDs, statistics on
PWDs, including children with disability, and training and employment opportunities for PWDs;
7. Submit reports to the office of the local chief executive on the implementation of program and
services for the promotion of the welfare of PWDs in their respective areas of jurisdiction;
8. Ensure that policies, plans and programs for the promotion of the welfare of PWDs are funded by
both the national and local government;
9. Monitor fundraising activities being conducted for the benefits of PWDs; and
10. Seek donations in cash or in kind from local or foreign donors to implement an approved work plan
for PWDs, in accordance with existing laws and regulations; and perform such other functions as may be
necessary for the promotion and protection of the welfare of the PWDs.
6.0 PDAO FUNDING:
Section 4 of RA 10070 mandates that LGUs shall ensure that the necessary fund from any available local
revenues is allocated for the implementation of PDAO activities for the benefit of PWDs in their
jurisdictions. For the succeeding years of implementation, PDAO funding shall be included in the LGUs
Annual Plans and Budget.
7.0 SUPERVISION OVER PDAO OR FOCAL PERSON
The PDAO or Focal Person shall be lodged under the Office of the Local Chief Executive. As such the LCE
shall exercise supervision over the PDAO operations and activities.
8.0 DISSEMINATION OF THIS CIRCULAR
ALL DILG Regional Directors are hereby directed to cause the immediate and widest dissemination of the
Circular to all local government units, provide assistance whenever necessary, monitor compliance
thereto, and submit annual report to the Office of Undersecretary for Local Government through the
Bureau of Local Government Development.
9.0 EFFECTIVITY:
This Circular shall take effect immediately
ORIGINAL SIGNED
JESSE M. ROBREDO
Secretary
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