In finalizing the plans for the upcoming Sangguniang Kabataan Mandatory Training (SKMT), the Provincial Management Team (PMT) of the Province of Zambales conducted a meeting on May 7, 2018 at the Zambales Training and Conference Center, Iba, Zambales.
The activity was attended by DILG Officers of the 13 Municipalities & Olongapo City, representatives from the Polytechnic College of Botolan and Local Youth Development Officers of the Province.
DILG Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad facilitated the meeting wherein the tasks and responsibilities of each member of the team were identified. “We expect that all of us will do our task and adhere to the set schedules”, these were the words of PD Bactad to ensure that all members are aware of their respective roles and responsibilities in ensuring a smooth implementation of the SK Mandatory Training.
The conduct of the SK Mandatory Training is in compliance with Republic Act 10742 or the Sangguniang Kabataan Reform Act of 2015 wherein all elected SK Officials are mandated to attend the one-day mandatory training scheduled on May 17-26, 2018 prior to their assumption to office.