INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE

TO : ALL PHILIPPINE-REGISTERED CITIZENS GROUPS

The Department of Justice invites citizens groups and non-government organizations to participate in the preparation of the FY 2013 Agency Budget Proposals of the Department.

This aims to institutionalize participatory budgeting in the bureaucracy and progressively broaden the constructive partnership with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and other stakeholders consistent with the Principles of Engagement pursuant to National Budget Circular No. 536 dated 31 January 2012.

Who are invited?

Philippine-registered civil society organizations, non-government organizations, people’s organizations, cooperatives, professional associations, trade unions, faith-based organizations, media groups.

Contact Details

Citizens groups interested in participating in the consultation process may contact the central or nearest regional office of the DOJ for other details and eligibility requirements, by calling 5236826 or sending e-mails to c[email protected]  not later than February 29, 2012.

Period of Consultation

March 2012

The DOJ looks forward to the constructive participation of CSOs to ensure transparency and accountability in the use of public funds.