Core Programs

Policy Advocacy and Intervention

           Social Watch regularly monitors progress and shortfall in social development based on the government’s commitment to various international conferences and agreements as consolidated in the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). It evaluates policies, recommends programs and engages government agencies, international financial institutions and the UN System to address key poverty issues and human development concerns. SWP comes out with annual budget analysis and produces an alternative report on the status of social development in the country.

 Local Monitoring and Capacity-Building

         Social Watch promotes and popularizes the MDGs in different parts of the country through a series of island consultations and capacity-building activities. SWP developed a Local Monitoring System which was implemented in four pilot areas (Central Luzon, Bicol Region, Western Visayas and Central Mindanao). It partners with local NGOs and academic institutions and networks with Local Governments to support its monitoring and advocacy initiatives.

Networking

          SWP is a national network of citizen’s groups and alliances that are engaged in various social concerns. It continuously expands the network and harness their active participation in information and engagement activities.