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How do we create a local Literacy Coordinating Council?

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The Overall Framework

In line with the overlying philosophy of RA 7165 creating the Literacy Coordinating Council (LCC) which solicits the total commitment of all sectors from the national to local levels, corresponding cascading mechanisms responsible for planning and management are suggested:

The organization, composition, and functions of these mechanisms are in accordance with the overall thrust of RA 7165 which is community-based planning and management of literacy projects, multi-level, inter-agency, and multi-sectoral.

There are two levels of organizational coordination – national and regional. Actual planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation tasks are at the provincial and municipal levels. The latter mechanisms are called the Provincial and Municipal Project Implementing Units (PIUs).

There are two suggested workflows: a) bottom-up approach which begins at the community level, leading up to the national level which is the Literacy Coordinating Council; and b) pursuant to the provisions of the 1991 Local Government Code, the PIUs enjoy autonomy and can link directly with LCC.

Every local government unit is suggested to have PIUs in the barangay, municipal, and provincial levels composed of local officials and representatives of organizations and associations from both government and non-government sectors. These units will be responsible for the overall planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of literacy programs and projects. They will also take charge of resource generation, advocacy and social mobilization, and networking/linkaging.

Legal Bases for the Creation of Local LCCs

1. Administrative Order No. 324

Signed by Former President Fidel V. Ramos on April 15, 1997, mandating all concerned government agencies (GAs) and local government units (LGUs) to adopt the LCC Blueprint for Action as framework or guideline in developing policies and implementing programs and projects related to literacy.

2. Joint Circular No. 01, series of 2003
 
Signed by LCC Member Agencies’ the Department of Education (DepEd), Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), and National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA), and was issued as a supplemental provisions/ guidelines on the strengthening of local literacy coordinating councils/ literacy implementing units.
 
3. DILG issued Memorandum Circular No. 2007-155
 
Dated November 26, 2007 on the creation/ strengthening of local literacy coordinating council/ literacy implementing units.

Frequently Asked Questions About Literacy

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What is literacy?

Literacy is commonly described as  the ability to read and write and use the printed material. In our rapidly changing world, literacy is increasingly viewed as a “way of being,” a manner of carrying out social transactions and developing oneself.

The United Natio0ns Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization defines literacy as the “ability to identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate, compute, and use the printed and written materials associated with varying contexts.It involves a continuum of learning in enabling individuals to achieve their goals, develop their knowledge and potential, and participate fully in their community and wider society.”

What is basic literacy?

Basic literacy is the ability of a person to read and write with understanding a simple message in any language or dialect.

What is functional literacy?

Functional literacy is a range of skills and competencies – cognitive, affective, and behavioral, which enables individuals to:

  • live and work as human persons;
  • develop their potentials;
  • make critical and informed decisions; and
  • function effectively in society within the context of their environment and that of the wider community (local, national, global) in order to improve the quality of their lives and that of society.
What are the major indicators of functional literacy?
  • communication skills
  • critical thinking and problem solving
  • sustainable use of resources and productivity
  • development of self and a sense of community
  • expanding one’s world vision
What is the operational definition of literacy?

Functional literacy is the ability to communicate effectively, to solve problems scientifically, to think critically and creatively, to use resources sustainably and be productive, and to develop one’s sense of self and of community and to expand’s one’s world view.

Why promote literacy?
Literacy means freedom. It is a tool for empowering ourselves and our community. It can free us from many personal, economic, and social constraints by helping to:
  • eradicate poverty,
  • eradicate child mortality,
  • curb population growth,
  • achieve greater equality;
  • make participation in all social economic and political processes possible;
  • ensure sustainable development, peace, and democracy; and
  • enhance our capacity to lead a free and more fulfilled life.
LITERACY IS EMPOWERMENT.

Get on the bandwagon of literacy and help build our beloved country, the Philippines.

WHAT CAN CITY AND MUNICIPAL OFFICIALS DO TO UNIVERSALIZE LITERACY?

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(A HANDBOOK FOR LITERACY PROMOTERS)

This brochure has been developed to provide an easy guide for local government units in initiating literacy development projects/programs.

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2007 LCC ANNUAL REPORT

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The Annual report highlights actions taken; processes adopted; researches and programs and projects undertaken within the year 2007 to bring LCC closer to achieving the goals of the United Nations Literacy Decade (2002 – 2012).

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A HANDBOOK FOR LITERACY VOLUNTEERS

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Authored by the Literacy Coordinating Council and Philippine Normal University, copyright 2007 

This handbook is prepared specifically for NSTP students who choose to do literacy work. It also serves as a useful companion to para-teachers, professionals, or volunteers who are in literacy work.

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UNIVERSALIZING LITERACY IN THE PHILIPPINES: MILESTONES IN THE PHILIPPINE GOVERNMENT’S INITIATIVES FOR EDUCATION FOR ALL (1991 TO 2001)

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The book tells the story of the LCC from its inception in 1991 to the celebration of its tenth anniversary in 2001. It narrates  LCC’s milestones and achievements in guiding the executive and legislative branches of government in creating policies addressing illiteracy in the Philippines. It presents the winning edges of National Literacy Awardees.

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A Primer on Analysis of the 2003 FLEMMS

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The Study was initiated by LCC with the main objective of providing an in-depth analysis of the 2003 Functional Literacy Education and Mass Media Survey (FLEMMS) results and generating information useful for the Council’s functions. It includes comparative analysis of the FLEMMS conducted in 1989 and 1994 to assess the country’s progress in literacy.

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LCC Blueprint for Action

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The Literacy Coordinating Council (LCC) Blueprint for Action is an action program for the attainment of the Philippines’ literacy goal: universalization of literacy in the country. The first Blueprint for Action was crafted in 1996 and officially adopted in 1997 through Administrative Order No. 324 (1997). It was formulated not only to serve as LCC’s strategic framework in developing policies and implementing programs towards eradication of illiteracy, but also to guide the Council’s other concerned entities such as other government agencies, local government units, and partners from civil society groups, among others.

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LCC Blueprint for Action

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The Literacy Coordinating Council (LCC) Blueprint for Action is an action program for the attainment of the Philippines’ literacy goal: universalization of literacy in the country. The first Blueprint for Action was crafted in 1996 and officially adopted in 1997 through Administrative Order No. 324 (1997). It was formulated not only to serve as LCC’s strategic framework in developing policies and implementing programs towards eradication of illiteracy, but also to guide the Council’s other concerned entities such as other government agencies, local government units, and partners from civil society groups, among others.

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2011 National Literacy Conference Souvenir Program

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The Literacy Coordinating Council recently held its National Literacy Conference in Imperial Palace Suite, Timog Avenue, Corner Tomas Morato Avenue, Quezon City, on September 27-29, 2011. The Conference, with the theme “Pursuing Community Development through Peace Literacy” was participated in by local government units officials, DepEd Alternative Learning System officials and teachers, non-government organizations representatives, Council representatives and technical advisory and working groups, and literacy stakeholders and advocates from all over the Philippines. Around 417 registered participants filled the Hall of the Imperial Palace Suite, excluding the LCC Secretariat and working committees Honored guests and speakers to the Conference included DepEd Undersecretary Rizalino Rivera as the keynote speaker, and Philippine Information Ageny Director General, Atty. Jose A. Fabia, among others.

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