Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Committee - VII

26/05/2026

𝐑𝐉𝐉𝐖𝐂 𝐕𝐈𝐈 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐙𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦

The Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Committee (RJJWC) VII successfully conducted its 2nd Coordination Meeting for CY 2026 on May 21, 2026 via zoom.

The meeting served as a platform for member-agencies to discuss ongoing issues and concerns in the implementation of the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act (JJWA), as well as to share key updates and strengthen coordination in addressing matters involving Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL).

Representatives from partner agencies actively participated in the discussion, including the Commission on Human Rights VII, Department of Justice VII, Department of Social Welfare and Development VII, Parole and Probation Administration VII, Department of the Interior and Local Government VII, Police Regional Office VII, Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, Department of Health VII, and Children’s Legal Bureau.

Through strengthened collaboration among the dutybearers and member-agencies, RJJWC VII remains committed to promoting the rights, protection, and welfare of every child.




Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council

21/05/2026

Just in time for the 20th Anniversary of the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006, the Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Committee (RJJWC) VII, led by Chairperson Director Shalaine Marie S. Lucero, CESO III convened with the members of the Management Board of the Cebu City Operation Second Chance Center (CCOSCC) to discuss strategies for strengthening the center’s operations.

Through renewed collaboration and shared accountability, the committee and its partners reaffirmed their dedication to ensuring that every child in Cebu City receives responsive, restorative, and quality care that supports their rehabilitation and reintegration into society.




Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council

20/05/2026

As we commemorate the 20th Anniversary of Republic Act No. 9344 or the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act (JJWA), we continue to uphold our commitment to a humane, just, and compassionate system for every child and youth.

In celebration of this milestone, Regional Prosecutor Graeme June Y. Elmido of the Department of Justice VII and Vice-Chairperson of RJJWC-7 shares his message of support in promoting hope, protection, and a brighter future for the youth.

Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council

18/05/2026

The Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Committee (RJJWC) VII conducted an orientation on the Protocol in Handling Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL) and Children at Risk (CAR) with
Comprehensive Barangay Juvenile Intervention Plan (CBJIP) to the thirty-five (35) barangays in the Municipality of Barili, Cebu on May 6 & 7, 2026 at Badian Spring Resort, Valencia, Bohol.

Organized by the Valencia Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO), the activity was attended by representatives from its thirty-five (35) barangays, strengthening their knowledge and capacity to respond appropriately to cases involving children.

Through this, RJJWC VII continues to empower barangays as frontline partners in ensuring the protection, rehabilitation, and reintegration of children—because every child in conflict with the law (CICL) deserves a second chance.

18/05/2026

08/04/2026

The Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Committee (RJJWC) VII conducted an orientation on the Protocol in Handling Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL) and Children at Risk (CAR) with
Comprehensive Barangay Juvenile Intervention Plan (CBJIP) to the Twenty-nine (29) barangays in the Municipality of Badian, Cebu on April 7-8, 2026 at Social Hall, Badian Central Elementary School, Badian, Cebu.

Organized by the Badian Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO), the activity was attended by representatives from its twenty-nine (29) barangays, strengthening their knowledge and capacity to respond appropriately to cases involving children.

Through this, RJJWC VII continues to empower barangays as frontline partners in ensuring the protection, rehabilitation, and reintegration of children—because every child in conflict with the law (cicl) deserves a second chance.

Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council

08/04/2026

𝐉𝐉𝐖𝐂 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 🌟

The Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council (JJWC) joined the DSWD, in partnership with the Philippine Collective Media Corporation (PCMC) – DZMM, at the Serbisyo Caravan in Barangay Silangan, Quezon City, on March 6, reaching over 300 senior citizens and parents.

Through its information booth, JJWC shared important information on children in conflict with the law (CICL) and children at risk (CAR), as well as the Juvenile Justice Welfare Act (JJWA).

Read More: https://www.jjwc.gov.ph/jjwc-joins-serbisyo-caravan-promotes-child-protection-in-quezon-city/

31/03/2026

The Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Committee (RJJWC) VII conducted an orientation on the Protocol in Handling Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL) and Children at Risk (CAR) with
Comprehensive Barangay Juvenile Intervention Plan (CBJIP) to the forty-two (42) barangays in the Municipality of Barili, Cebu on March 26 & 27, 2026 at Barili Conference Hall, Poblacion, Barili, Cebu.

Organized by the Barili Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO), the activity was attended by representatives from its forty-two (42) barangays, strengthening their knowledge and capacity to respond appropriately to cases involving children.

Through this, RJJWC VII continues to empower barangays as frontline partners in ensuring the protection, rehabilitation, and reintegration of children—because every child in conflict with the law (cicl) deserves a second chance.

Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council