Section 26Sec./Art. 26

Functions of the IAC-CSAC. - The IAC-CSAC shall perform the following functions:

(a) Ensure that international instruments such as the UNCRC, the optional protocol on the involvement of children in armed conflict and other related human rights treaties are considered as actions taken;

(b) Formulate guidelines and develop programs, in coordination with concerned agencies, for the handling of children involved in armed conflict and monitor or document cases of capture, surrender, arrest, rescue or recovery by government forces;

(c) Conduct human rights training, advocacy and information campaigns and capability building of LGUs;

(d) Implement a monitoring, reporting and response system for grave child rights violations in situations of armed conflict; and

(e) Work closely with concerned agencies in coordinating and monitoring the implementation of the enhanced CSAC program framework.

CHAPTER IX

MONITORING AND REPORTING