📒 Reviewer Notes: NSTP & CWTS

Introduction

• NSTP (National Service Training Program): Government-mandated program for Filipino college students to promote civic education and defense preparedness.

• Components: ROTC, CWTS, LTS.

• Focus of this handout: CWTS (Civic Welfare Training Service) → nation-building, community service, civic engagement.

Legal Basis & History

• Republic Act 9163 (NSTP Act of 2001) → Signed Jan. 23, 2002.

• Prior to NSTP: ROTC was the main form of national service.

• ROTC had issues (hazing, abuse) → demand for non-military, civic-oriented programs.

• RA 9163 emphasizes youth’s vital role in national development (not only military service).

Core Objectives of NSTP

1. Enhance civic consciousness & defense preparedness.

2. Develop youth’s physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and social well-being.

3. Instill patriotism, nationalism, and civic participation.

NSTP Components

1. ROTC → military training, defense reserve force.

2. CWTS → community service, volunteerism, social responsibility.

3. LTS → literacy & numeracy education for children and out-of-school youth.

CWTS (Civic Welfare Training Service)

• Goal: Improve welfare & quality of life, esp. marginalized communities.

• Projects: Address social, political, economic, environmental issues.

• Contributions to Nation-Building:

  • Fosters social awareness.

  • Encourages volunteerism.

  • Empowers future leaders (discipline, empathy).

  • Creates ripple effects (small → long-term change).

Civic Engagement

• Definition: Individual/collective actions to address public issues.

• Benefits:

  • Holistic education (classroom + real-world).

  • Active citizenship (shaping policies, programs).

  • Empowered communities (grassroots solutions).

  • Inclusive development (focus on marginalized).

• Embodies bayanihan (unity, cooperation).

CWTS Thematic Areas (Project Focus)

1. Health & Mental Health

   • Medical/dental missions, hygiene & nutrition seminars.

   • Clean water, sanitation projects.

   • Mental health awareness, peer support, stress management.

2. Education

   • Tutorials, remedial classes.

   • Book/supply drives.

   • Literacy/numeracy for out-of-school youth/adults.

3. Safety

   • First aid & emergency response training.

   • Fire & earthquake drills.

   • Road safety, anti-drug awareness.

4. Environment

   • Tree planting, reforestation.

   • Clean-up drives.

   • Recycling & environmental education.

5. Entrepreneurship

   • Livelihood training (e.g., handicrafts, food processing).

   • Small business workshops.

   • Financial literacy, savings programs.