Philosophy

Institutional Philosophy

The PCL is committed to vigorously pursue its mandate through:

• Observance of the Rule of Law;
• Sharing of resources and experiences beneficial to the members; and
• adherence to the pr inciples of consultative and collective decision-making.

Vision:

"PCL is an empowered foundation of governance that serves as catalyst towards progress of people within a sustainable environment for a strong and united Philippines".

PCL Objectives:

• The PCL is established primarily to carry out the following objectives:
• Established a strategic and accessible forum for:
• giving life, meaning and substance to the concepts of decentralization and local autonomy;

- crystallizing and expressing ideas of primordial concern to the PCL; and
- strengthening public-private sector relations towards local development.

• Bring the government closer to the people and vice-versa;
• strengthening the rapport, camaraderrie and brotherhood among local legislators;
• To formulate, implement and coordinate programs, projects and activities beneficial to the members of the Leauge and/ or the general welfare of the people;
• To promote the development of cooperatives throughout the country to uplift the socio-economic condition of the people;
• To set-up a foundation for the benefit of the members, their families and constituents;
• To undertake fund raising projects and activities to support the PCL's program and objectives.