Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Committee - V

Structure and space are important, but they mean very little without genuine affection. A second chance becomes much more effective when a child feels truly valued.

At JJWC, we prioritize understanding the individual needs of the youth we serve. Love remains the most powerful tool for transformation.

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads who continue to show up, guide, and protect their families with unconditional love. Your strength and wisdom serve as the foundation upon which our children build their dreams and learn right from wrong.

The Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council honors your vital role in shaping the hearts and minds of the next generation. By standing as pillars of positive discipline and support, you help us create a safer, more nurturing world for every Filipino child.

The Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Committee (RJJWC)-Bicol, together with the Regional Sub-Committee for the Welfare of Children (RSCWC) V, successfully conducted the 2nd Quarter Joint Meeting on June 18, 2026 via Zoom.

The meeting was actively participated in by the member agencies of both committees including the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Department of Education (DepEd), Department of Justice (DOJ), Department of Health (DOH), Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Commission on Human Rights (CHR), Philippine National Police (PNP), Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP), and the Public Attorney’s Office (PAO), together with Educo, the League of Cities, and the League of Municipalities. Also present were representatives from Regional Alternative Child Care Office (RACCO) V, the Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DepDev), Provincial Social Welfare and Development Offices (PSWDOs) of Albay, Sorsogon, Camarines Sur, and Masbate, and the Bicol Regional Hospital and Medical Center (BRHMC).

The meeting highlighted the active participation and firm commitment of key regional leaders. Mayor Wilfredo Oliva of Iriga City, Regional President of the League of Cities, expressed strong support for advocating the establishment of a Bahay Pag-asa in Camarines Sur, as well as the upcoming Juvenile Justice and Welfare Week (JJWeek) celebration. Similarly, Mr. Linus Joseph Ravidad, representing Mayor Carlos Irwin Baldo (Regional President of the League of Municipalities), expressed support for establishing a Bahay Pag-asa in Albay. Both leagues reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the implementation of the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act, emphasizing the critical need to enhance programs and services that promote the protection and development of children in the region.

The meeting served as a platform for strengthening inter-agency collaboration, harmonizing efforts, and further advancing the effective implementation of juvenile justice and welfare programs in the Bicol Region.

We extend our appreciation to all participating agencies and partners for their continued commitment and active support in upholding the rights and promoting the welfare of children in conflict with the law and children at risk.

Wave your flags high as we honor the courage of our ancestors who fought bravely for the freedom we enjoy today. This Independence Day is a beautiful reminder that our liberty is a gift meant to be protected and passed down to the next generation.

For us at the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council, this freedom includes ensuring that every child is given a fair chance to reform and succeed. Together, let us cultivate a nation where no youth is left behind in our journey toward genuine progress.

JJWC remains focused on making the world a kinder place for the youth. Your support for their welfare is an investment in a better tomorrow.

The Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Committee (RJJWC) successfully conducted the Provision of Technical Assistance on the Drafting of the Comprehensive Barangay Juvenile Intervention Program (CBJIP) and the Utilization of the Juvenile Justice Management Information System (JJMIS) in the Municipality of Prieto Diaz from May 19–22, 2026.

The activity participated by Barangay Officilas and VAW-desk officers to strengthen the implementation of juvenile justice programs at the grassroots level through effective planning, data management, and coordinated interventions for Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL) and Children at Risk (CAR).