The CPS aims to develop baseline profiles of the communities, while the CNA aims to examine the communities’ current conditions and needs. The CPS and CNA will be helpful in the formulation of barangay integrated development plans by the development council, as well as in social development and management interventions. The DSDS has already conducted more than 300 community profile studies and community needs assessment in Laguna and Rizal since 1981.
These lectures and conferences are held in order to promote awareness and appreciation of various issues affecting Asian societies, especially Filipino society. This is in compliance with the mandate of the Asian Center under Republic Act 5334.
The POPLAW program had its modest beginnings in 1977. A pilot project involving several grassroots organizations was conducted to develop awareness of the various human rights guaranteed by Philippine law as an instrument for the enforcement and implementation of human rights. It provides citizens with the basic knowledge of the law as an instrument for the enforcement and implementation of human rights, and it also acquaints them with the fundamental procedure of the judicial and administrative system. The program also aims to develop a sense of involvement in the efforts towards community and national developments
The UP Law Office of Legal Aid (OLA) was established to provide free legal services to poor and disadvantaged clients. Legal assistance provided includes representation in judicial, quasi-judicial (administrative) bodies, in criminal, civil and administrative cases, contract drafting, assistance in negotiation involving security of their homes and persons, mediation, and arbitration to put an end to litigation. OLA also provides legal opinion on various legal issues.
The policy seminar series serves as a mechanism by which the Center pursues its mandate to render public outreach and community service in policy development and governance. It is through the seminar series that the Center is able to advocate for and disseminate relevant policy information.
