representatives. However, for purposes of uniformity, the Commission may prescribe
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the standards, such as but not limited to, design, color or type of materials to be
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used for such logistics, materials and supplies.
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As far as practicable, the Bureau shall tap Muslim Filipino stUdents based in
Saudi Arabia to assist the Muslim Filipino pilgrims.
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The Bureau shall also accredit qualified and deserving sheikhs. It shall also
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formulate, subject to the approval of the Commission, the timetable of annual hajj
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activities which must be posted in all areas accessible to Mustim Filipinos.
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The Bureau shall likewise be responsible for the administration of awqaf
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(endowment) properties and institutions, and the conduct of research and studies for
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the establishment and maintenance of hajj towns, islamic centers and awqaf
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projects.
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(f)
Bureau of Peace and Conflict Resolution. This Bureau shall
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primarily be responsible for the conduct of peace and settlement of conflict among
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Muslim Filipinos and shall likewise participate in the national peace process efforts,
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particularly for Muslim Mindanao. It is aimed to prevent, de-escalate and find solution
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to conflicts by peaceful means.
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(g)
Bureau of Environmental Concerns. This Bureau shall primarily be
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responsible for the supervision and, protection of the environment and natural
20
resources against exploitation. It is aimed at conserving the natural resources,
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preserving its current state and possibly reversing its degradation at Muslim
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dominated areas.
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(h)
Bureau of Muslim Filipino Overseas Workers. This Bureau shall
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primarily be responsible for providing assistance to Muslim Filipinos working abroad,
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provided that a women's desk shall be established in the bureau to receive and act
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on complaints of violence, illegal' recruitment, exploitation, human trafficking,
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discrimination and any form of abuse in collaboration with other government
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agencies or offices for the protection of female Muslim Filipino overseas workers:
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Provided further, that the bureau 'shall also establish programs needed for
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rehabilitation of the victims.
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(i)
Bureau of Legal Affairs. The Legal Affairs Service shall be
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responsible for providing Muslim Filipinos with legal education and assistance in
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case of litigation involving their persons or interests; act as the legal counsel of the
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