CITIZENSHIP Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines

Constitution refers to “the body of rules and maxims in accordance with AN ACT PRESCRIBING THE CODEOF THE NATIONAL FLAG, ANTHEM,
which the powers of sovereignty are habitually exercised.” MOTTO, COAT-OF- ARMS AND OTHER HERALDICITEMS AND
DEVICES OF THEPHILIPPINES.
The Constitution of the Phiolipfptihnees Philippines
- may be defined as that written instrument by which the fundamental powers REPUBLICACTNO. 8491
of the government are established, limited, and defined and by which these
powers are distributed among the several departments or branches for their Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines
safe and useful exercise for the benefit of the people.
AN ACT PRESCRIBING THE CODEOF THE NATIONAL FLAG, ANTHEM, MOTTO,
Section 1 of the Philippine Constitution provides that the following COAT-OF- ARMS AND OTHER HERALDICITEMS AND DEVICES OF
are citizens of the Philippines: THEPHILIPPINES.
1. Those who are citizens of the Philippines at the time of the adoption of the
Constitution; REPUBLICACTNO. 8491
2. Those whose fathers or mothersare citizens of the Philippines;
Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines
3. Those born before January 17, 1973, of Filipino mothers, who elect
Philippine Citizenship upon reaching the age of majority; and SECTION 1.
4. Those who are naturalized in accordance with law.
Short Title .
What are the duties and Obligations of the Citizens?
We have to realize that for everyright we are enjoying as enumerated in the This act shall be known asthe
Bill of Rights of the Philippine Constitution, there is a corresponding
obligation. There will be no chaos in our society if only everybody will perform “Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines.”
his or her duties and obligations.
SECTION 3.
Hereunder are the important duties and obligation of every citizen in a
democracy society. Definition of Terms
1. To be loyal to the Republic.
2. To defend the State. Whenever used in this Act, the term:

3. To contribute to the development and welfare of the State. a.“Military” shall mean all branches of the ArmedForces of the Philippines
4. To uphold the Constitution and obey the laws. including the PhilippineNational Police, the Bureau of Jail Management
5. To cooperate with duly constituted authorities. andPenology, and the Bureau of Fire Protection;
b. "Festoon” shall mean to hang in a curved shape between two points as a
6. To exercise rights responsibly and with due regard for the rights of others. decoration;
7. To engage in gainful work.
8. To register and vote. c. “Flag” shall mean the Philippine National Flag, unless stated otherwise;

d. “Fly” shall mean the part of the flag outside the hoist or length;
GOOD CITIZENS

e. “Symbol” shall mean any conventional sign which revealsman’s

We can become good citizens by living in accordance with good citizenship
achievement and heroism (for orders and
values which we can derive from the preamble of the Constitution such as;
1. Faith in God
decorations), identification, authority and a sign of dignity(for coat-of-arms,
logo and insignia);
2. Unity
3. Patriotism
f. “Half -Mast” shall mean lowering the flag to one-half thedistance between
the top and bottom of the staff
4. Work
5. Respect for life
g. “Hoist” shall mean the part of the flag nearest the staff or the canvass to
6. Respect for Law & Government
which the halyard is attached;
7. Truth
8. Justice
h. “Inclement Weather” shall mean that a typhoon signal is raised in the
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locality;

10. Equality
i. “National Anthem” shall mean the Philippine National Anthem

11. Peace
j. “Official Residences” shall mean Malacañang, and othergovernment-owned
12. Promotion of a Common Good
structures where the President resides,and other structures occupied by the
13. Concern for the Family and Future Generations
Philippine Consulate orEmbassies abroad;
14. Concern for the Environment and Order.
k. “Places of Frivolty ” shall mean places of hilarity marked by or providing
REPUBLICACTNO. 8491 boisterous merriment or recreation; and
l. “Institute” shall mean the National Historical Institute. vessels, the flag shall be displayed on theflagstaff at the stern when the ship is
at anchor. TheFlag shall be hoisted to the gaff at the aftermastwhenthe ship is
THE NATIONAL FLAG at sea.

SECTION 4. SECTION 10.

The flag of the Philippines shall be blue, white and red with an eight- The flag, if flown from a flagpole, shallhave its blue field on top in time of
rayedgolden-yellow sun and three five-pointedstars, as consecrated and peace and the redfield on top in time of war; if in a hanging position,the blue
honored by the people field shall be to the right (left of the observer)in rime of peace, and the red
field to the right (left ofthe observer) in time of war.
SECTION 5.
SECTION 11.
The flag shall be displayed in all public buildings, official residences public
plazas, andinstitutions of learning everyday throughout the year. If planted on the ground, theflagpole shall be at a prominent place and shall
be of such height as would give the flagcommanding position in relation to the
SECTION 6. buildingsin the [Link] attached to a building, the flagpole shall be ontop of
its roof or anchored on a sill projecting atan angle [Link] on stage or
The flag shall be permanently hoisted, dayand night throughout the year, in platform or government office, theflag shall be at the left (facing the stage) or
front of the following;at MalacanangPalace; the Congress of the Philippines theleft of the office upon entering.
building; Supreme Court building; the Rizal Monumentin Luneta, Manila;
Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite;BarasoainShrine in Malolos, Bulacan; the
Tomb of theUnknown Soldier, Libingan ngmga Bayani; Mausuleode los
BeteranosdelaRevolucion; all International Portsof Entry and all other places
as maybe designated by theInstitute.

The flag shall be properly illuminated at night.

SECTION 7.

The flag shall also be displayed in private buildings and residences or raised in
the open flag-staffs in front of said buildings every:

April 9 (Araw ng Kagitingan)

May 1 (Labor Day);

May 28 (National Flag Day)

to June 12 (Independence Day); SECTION 12.

last Sunday of August (National Heroes Day); When the Philippine flag is flown withanother flag, the flags, if both are
national flags, must be flown on separate staffs of the same height andshall be
November 30 (Bonifacio Day); of equal size. The Philippine flag shall behoisted first and lowered [Link] the
other flag is not a national flag, it may be flown inthe same lineyardas the
December 30 (Rizal Day); Philippine flag but below thelatter and it cannot be of greater size than
thePhilippine flag.
and on such other days as may be declared by thePresident and/or local chief
[Link] flag may also be displayed throughout the year inprivate SECTION 13.
buildings or offices or raised in the open on flag-staffs in front of private
buildings: When displayed with another flag,the Philippine flag shall be on the right of
the otherflag. If there is a line of other flags, the Philippineflag shall be in the
Provided, that theyobserve flag-raising ceremonies in accordance with middle of the line. When carried in a parade with flags, which are notnational
therules and regulations to be issued by the Office of thePresident. flags, the Philippine flag shall be in frontof the center of the line.

SECTION 8. SECTION 14.

All government agencies andinstrumentalities, and local government A flag worn out through wear and tearshall not be thrown away. It shall be
offices,government-owned corporations and local governmentunits are solemnly burnedto avoid misuse or desecration. The flag shall bereplaced
enjoined to observe flag day with appropriateceremonies. Socio-civic groups, immediately when it begins to show signs of wear and tear.
non-governmentorganizations and the private sector are exhorted
tocooperate in making the celebrations a success. SECTION 15.

SECTION 9. The flag shall be raised at sunriseand lowered at sunset. It shall be on the
mast atthe start of
The flag shall be flown on merchant shipsof Philippine registry of more than
one thousand(1000) gross tons and on all naval [Link] board naval official’office
hours, shall remainflying throughout the day.

SECTION 16.

The flag may be displayed:

SECTION 17.

The flag shall be hoisted to the top briskly and lowered [Link]
flag shall never touch anything beneath it, such asthe ground, flood, water or
other objects. After being lowered, the flag shall be handled andfolded
solemnly as part of the ceremony.

SECTION 18.

All government offices and educationalinstitutions shall henceforth observe

the flag-raisingceremony every Monday morning and the flag
loweringceremony every Friday afternoon. The ceremony shall be simple and
dignified and shall include the playing orsinging of the Philippine National The flag may be used to cover the caskets of the honoreddead of the military,
Anthem. veterans of previous wars, national artists, and ofcivilians who have rendered
distinguished service to the nation, asmaybe determined by the local
SECTION19. government unit concerned. In suchcases, the flag shall be placed such that
the white triangle shall be at thehead and the blue portion shall cover the
The office of the President upon therecommendation of the Institute shall right side of the caskets. Theflag shall not be lowered to the grave or allowed
issue rules andregulations for the proper conduct of the flagceremony. to touch the ground, but shall be folded solemnly and handed over to the
heirs of thedeceased.
SECTION 20.
PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
The observance of the flag ceremonyin official or civic gatherings shall be
simple anddignified and shall include the playing or singing ofthe anthem in its SECTION 25.
original Filipino lyrics and marchtempo.
The following shall be the Pledge of Allegiance to thePhilippine Flag:
SECTION 21.
Ako ay Filipino Buong katapatang nanunumpa Sa watawat ng Pilipinas At sa
During the flag-raising ceremony, theassembly shall stand in formation racing bansang kanyang sinasagisag Na may dangal, katarungan at kalayaan Na
the flag. At the moment the first note of the anthem isheard, everyone in the pinakikilos ng sambayanang Maka-Diyos Maka-tao Makakalikasan at
premises shall come toattention; moving vehicles shall stop. All Makabansa
personspresent shall ace their right palms over theirchests, those with hats
shall uncover, while thosein military, scouting, security guard, and Such pledge shall be recited while standing with the right hand palm
citizensmilitary training uniforms shall give :.-.£ saluteprescribed by their openraised shoulder high. Individuals whose faith or religious beliefsprohibit
regulations, which salute shall be completed upon the last note of the them from making such pledge must nonetheless show fullrespect when the
anthem. The assembly shall sing the Philippine nationalanthem, accompanied pledge is being rendered by standing at attention.
by a band, if available, and atthe first note, the flag shall be raised [Link]
same procedure shall be observed when the flag ispassing in review or in FLAG DAYS
parade.
SECTION 26.
SECTION 22.
The period from May 28 to June 12of each year is declared as Flag Days,
During the flag lowering, the flag shall be lowered solemnly and slowly so that during whichperiod all offices, agencies and instrumentalities ofgovernment,
the flag shall be down the mast at the sound of the last note of theanthem. business establishments, institutions oflearning and private homes are
Those in the assembly shall observe thesame deportment or shall observe the enjoined to displaythe flag.
same behavioras for the flag-raising ceremony.
SPECIFICATIONS OF THE NATIONAL FLAG
HALF MAST
SECTION 27.
SECTION 23.
The flag shall have the followingproportions. The width of the flag, 1; the
The flag shall be flown at half-mast asa sign of mourning on all buildings and length of theflag, 2; and the sides of the white triangle, 1.
places whereit is displayed, as provided for in this Act, on the dayof official
announcement of the death of any of thefollowing officials: SECTION 28.

The technical specifications shall be asfollows:The blue color shall bear Cable
No. 80173; the whitecolor, Cable No. 80001 the red color, Cable No.
80108;and the golden yellow, Cable No. 80068.

SECTION 29.

a. The President or a former President, for ten (10)days;b. The Vice-President, In order to establish uniform criteria in themaking of our national flag and to
the Chief Justice, the Presidentof the Senate, and the Speaker of the House of guarantee itsdurability by the use of quality materials, the followingstandards
Representatives, for seven (7) days;andc. Other persons to be determined by and procedures shall be observed:
the Institute, for any period less than seven (7) days.
a. All requisitions for the purchase of the PhilippineNational Flag must be
The flag shall be flown at half-mast on all the buildings and places wherethe based on strict compliance withthe deisgn, color, craftmanshipand
decedent was holding office, on the day of death until the day ofinterment of materialrequriementsof the Government.
an incumbent member of the Supreme Court, the Cabinet,the Senate or the
House of Representatives, and such other persons asmay be determined by b. All submitted samples of flags by accredited suppliersoffered for purchase
the [Link] flag when flown at half-mast shall be first hoisted to the peak for government use shall beevaluated as to design, color and
for amoment then lowered to the half-mast position. The flag shall again craftmanshipspecifications by the Institute, through its Heraldry andDisplay
beraised briskly to the peak before it is lowered for the day. Section, which shall stamp its approval ordisapproval on the canvass
reinforcement of the flagsample submitted. The samples shall be sent to
CASKET theInstitute by the requisitioning office, not by the flagsupplier; and

SECTION 24.
c. The Industrial Technology Development Institute(ITDI) or the Philippine 4. In discotheques,cockpits, night and dayclubs, casinos, gambling joints and
Textile Research Institute(PTRI) of the Department of Science and places of viceor where frivolityprevails.
Technology(DOST) shall evaluate the quality of material of allflag samples and
certify whether the fabric for the blue, white, red and golden yellow colors, e. To wear the flag in whole or inpart as a costume or uniform;
includingthe canvass submitted, conforms to governmentrequirement as to
quality of the material. Thesamples shall be submitted by the said office to f. To add any word, figure, mark,picture, design, drawings,advertisements, or
theInstitute. imprint ofany nature on the flag;

SECTION 30. g. To print, paint or attachrepresentation of the flag onhandkerchiefs,

napkins,cushions, and other articles ofmerchandise;
All deliveries of the flags requisitioned by the government shall be inspected
by the requisitioning agency’s internal inspector and by the Commission on h. To display in public anyforeign flag, except inembassies and otherdiplomatic
Audit (COA) usingthe flag stamped approved by the Institute as reference. establishments,and in offices of internationalorganizations.

SECTION 31. i. To use, display or be part ofany advertisement ofinfomercial; and

In carrying out its responsibilities under Section 4hereof, the Institute, COA, j. To display the flag in front of buildings or offices occupied by aliens.
the ITDI/PTRI shall prepareguidelines to be approved by the Office of the
President. SECTION35.

SECTION 32. The National Anthem is entitled LupangHinirang.

All government agencies and instrumentalitiesshall ensure that the SECTION 36.
requirements under this Act with respect tothe standards, requisitions and
The National Anthem shall always be sung in the nationallanguage within or
delivery of the national flag arestrictly complied with.
without the country. The following shall be the lyrics ofthe National Anthem.
SECTION 33.
Bayang Magiliw Perlas ng Silanganan Alab ng puso Sa Dibdib mo’y buhay.
All departments, agencies, offices, andinstrumentalities of the government, Lupang Hinirang, Duyan ka ng magiting, Sa manlulupig Di kapasisiil Sa dagat at
government-owned orcontrolled corporations, local government units, bundok, Sa simoy at sa langit mong bughaw, May dilag ang tula At awit sa
including barangays, shall include in their annual budgets the necessaryoutlay paglayangminamahal. Ang kislap ng watawat mo’y Tagumpay na
for the purchase of the national flag nagniningning; Ang bituin at araw niya, Kailan pa may di magdidilim Lupa ng
araw, ng luwalhati’t pagsinta, Buhay ay langit sa piling mo; Aming ligaya na
SECTION 34. pag may mang-aapi Ang mamatay nang dahil sa iyo. Bayang Magiliw Perlas ng
Silanganan Alab ng puso Sa Dibdib mo’y buhay. Lupang Hinirang, Duyan ka ng
It shall be prohibited: magiting, Sa manlulupig Di kapasisiil Sa dagat at bundok, Sa simoy at sa langit
mong bughaw,
[Link] mutilate, deface, defile, trample, on or castcontempt any act or omission
casting dishonor orridicule upon the flag over its surface; SECTION37.

[Link] dip the flag to any person or object by way ofcompliment or salute; The rendition of the National Anthem, whetherplayed or sung, shall be in
accordance with the musicalarrangement and composition of Julian Felipe.
c. To use the flag:
SECTION 38.
1. As a drapery, festoon,tablecloth
When the National Anthem is played at a publicgathering, whether by a band
2. As covering for ceilings, walls, statues or otherobjects; or by singing or both, orreproduced by any means, the attending public shall
sing theanthem. The singing must be done with fervor. As a sign of respect, all
3. As a pennant in the hood,side, back and top ofmotor vehicles; persons shall stand at attention and facethe Philippine flag, if there is one
displayed, and if there isnone, they shall face the band or the conductor. At
4. As a staff or whip; the firstnote, all persons shall execute a salute by placing their rightpalms over
their left chests. Those in military, scouting, citizen’s military training and
5. For unveiling monumentsor statues; and security guard uniforms shall give the salute prescribed by their regulations.
The saluteshall be completed upon the last note of the anthem.
6. As trademarks or forindustrial, commercial oragricultural labels ordesigns.
The anthem shall not be played and sung for mere recreation,amusement or
d. Display the flag:
entertainment purposes except on thefollowing occasions:

1. Under any painting orpicture;

a. International competitions where the Philippines is the hostor has a
representative;
2. Horizontally face-up. Itshall always be hoistedaloft and be allowed tofall
freely;
b. Local competitions;

3. Below any platform; or

c. During “signing off” and “signing on” of radio broadcasting and television
stations;
d. Before the initial and last screening of films or before theopening of theater All government offices including themilitary are hereby ordered to purchase
performances; and all heraldicitems and devices from manufacturers accreditedand authorized
by the Institute. Such items anddevices shall be subject to inspection by the
e. Other occasions as may be allowed by the Institute. purchasing agency’s internal inspector and the COA representative using the
design and specificationsapproved by the Office of the President or by
SECTION 39. theCongress, through the Institute.

All officials and employees of thenational and local governments, and any SECTION47.
agencies orinstrumentalities thereof, including government-owned or
controlled corporations, privately-ownedentities of offices displaying the No government official or employeeshall accept any orders or decorations
national flag andgovernment institutions of learning are herebydirected to from anyforeign government without the consent of Congress,and without
comply strictly with the rules prescribedfor the rendition of the anthem. the prior evaluation and documentationof such order or decoration by the
Failure to observethe rules shall be a ground for administrativediscipline. Institute

CHAPTER IIITHE NATIONAL MOTTO CHAPTER VIIPENALTIES

SECTION 40. SECTION 50.

The national Motto shall be Any person or judicial entity which violates any of the provisions of this Act
shall, uponconviction, be punished by a fine of not less than Fivethousand
“MAKA -DIYOS, MAKA-TAO,MAKAKALIKASAN AT MAKABANSA.” pesos (5,000.00) not more than Twentythousand pesos (P20,000.00), or by
imprisonment fornot more than one (1) year, or both such fine
CHAPTER IV NATIONAL COAT-OF-ARMS andimprisonment, at the discretion of the court: Provided,That for any second
and additional offenses, both fineand imprisonment shall always beimposed:
SECTION 41. Provided, That in case the violationis commitedby a juridical person, its
Presidentor Chief Executive Officer thereof shall be liable.
The National Coat-of-Arms shall have:Palewaysof two (2) pieces, azure and
gules; a chief argentstudded with three (3) mullets equidistant from each
VOLUNTEER ACT OF 2007
other;and, in point of honor, ovoid argent over all the sunrayonnantwith eight
minor lesser rays. Beneath shall be the scroll with the words “REPUBLIKA NG - An act institutionalizing for rural development, strengthening volunteerism
PILIPINAS,” inscribed thereon. and for other purpose.
(REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9418)
CHAPTERV THE GREAT SEAL
VOLUNTEERISM
SECTION 42.
- Is the act, practice, or principle of contributing one’s time, talents, and
The Great Seal shall be circular in form, with thearms as described in the
resources to worthwhile purposes without tangible compensation.
preceding section, but without thescroll and the inscription thereon.
- The most fundamental act in the society
Surrounding the wholeshall be a double marginal circle within which shall
- Geared toward good causes that help to reduce the suffering of others
appear the words “RepublikangPilipinas.” For the purpose of placing The
- Promotes peace, solidarity, and trust among citizens.
Great Seal, the color of the arms shall not be deemed essential but tincture
representation must be [Link] Great Seal shall bear the National Motto. Volunteerism can served in various areas:
- Medical - Environmental - Educational support groups to child protection -
SECTION 43.
Human rights advocacies - Poll or election work - Peacekeeping mission- Relief
operation
The Great Seal shall be affixed to or placed uponall commissions signed by the
President and upon such otherofficial documents and papers of the Republic
Some people consider volunteerism:
of thePhilippines as may be provided by law, or as may be required bvcustom
and usage. The President shall have custody of theGreat Seal - A pastime - As a vocation/profession

SECTION44. Some volunteers have a high-paying job and stable careers:

Any government entity, including themilitary, may adopt appropriate coat-of- - Teachers - Doctors - Lawyers - Celebrities - Housewives - Students - Retirees
arms,administrative seals, logo, insignia, badges, patches, banners and initiate
awards, citations, orders ordecorations, as may be authorized by the Congress Volunteerism is regardless of age, status, sex and educational attainment,
or theOffice of the President. volunteers work together toward a common cause for which they commit
their time, know-how and expertise, and sometimes even their own money.
SECTION 45. However, one does not become a volunteer by simply raising his/her hand.

Such heraldic devices and items shall befiled with the Institute for recording
A volunteer has to undergo trainings and attend seminars for specific or tasks
and evaluation as toprecedence, design, customs and traditions. The
that he/she volunteers for.
instituteshall promulgate the corresponding rules and regulations which shall
be submitted for approval to the Office of thePresident or to Congress.
Moore (2002) describe a volunteer as follows:
SECTION46.
1. Is a person who is a light to others, giving witness in a mixed-up age, doing cultural show group.
well ang willingly the task at hand, namely, being aware of another’s need and 8. If your grandparents have passed away or live far away and you do not get
doing something about it. to see them as often you want to, you can make friends with a senior citizen
2. Is a person who strives to make other people happy, who takes the and adopt him/her as your grandma or grandpa
loneliness out of the alone by talking to them.
9. If you are interested in foreign culture, you can volunteer at a school
3. Who is concerned when others are not. accepts foreign students.
10. If you are concerned about people with disabilities, you can volunteer at
4. Have the courage to be a blessing and to say the things that have to be said an agency or institution that care for people with physical or mental
for the good of all. disabilities.
5. Is a person who have at truthful love for humanity
6. Faithful in an unfaithful world Volunteer Opportunities Potential based on the future career goal of an
7. Grateful n an ungrateful world individual

8. Giving when all are grasping 1. If you like to work in the medical field, you can volunteer at a community
9. Listening to others need to tell about their fears and problems health center or a government hospital or clinic.
10. Have a common desire to make a difference in their community and their 2. If you are interested in teaching, you can volunteer at a public school.
own life by giving their time and expertise.
Volunteer for young people 3. If you are interested in science, you can volunteer at the local science
1. Brings a new sense of confidence and happiness museum or zoo.
2. A good way to interact in the “grown-up world” 4. If you like to work in an office someday, you can volunteer at a non-profit
3. To develop communication, career-building, and social skills that will be oragnization
useful in other aspect of their lives.
Community Service
Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they have the heart. Is identified by the Higher Educational Institution (HEI) in consultation with
local government, community based organizations, and non-governmental
- Elizabeth Andrew organizations as designed to improve the quality of life as community
residents, particularly low-income individuals, or to solve particular problems
Benefits of Volunteers related to their needs..
Community Service includes the following:
1. Community Development 1. First aid training or health care, preschool storytelling, social welfare, social
2. Development of the skills of volunteers services, trauma counseling, group dynamics, crime prevention, recreation,
3. Peace, solidarity, and trust among citizens street cleaning, and community improvement.
4. Career opportunities
5. Friendship among citizens 2. Serving in the youth corps as defined in the NSTP act of 2001
6. Experience and self-esteem gained by volunteers 3. Assisting students with disabilities
4. Tutoring supporting educational and recreational activities, and counseling,
including career counseling.

Values Expected of Volunteers

1. Commitment – volunteers are attached to, identified with, and involved in
community service.
2. Professionalism – volunteers observe work ethics in performing their
responsibilities with socially and morally accepted behavior
3. Creativity – volunteers search constantly for new strategies and methods
of doing task for improved results.
4. Unity – a volunteers supports teamwork to achieve the common goal.

Volunteer Opportunities Potentialbased on the interest of individual

1. If you like animals, you can help out at an animal shelter or the nearest
zoo.
2- If you like working with kids, you can get involved at a day-care or
preschool center or help younger students with their schoolwork.
3. If you enjoy playing sports, you can play games with the kids at a nearby
sports complex or organize a mini-sports fest.
4. If you like to cook, you can get together with friends and teach moms or
housekeepers new recipes, the latest about food preparation and
preservation, and entrepreneurship opportunities in cooking.
5. If you enjoy arts and crafts, you can teach how to make curtains or
bedspreads, embroider, pillowcase and towels, and make unique fashion
accessories at a women’s shelter, nursing home, or orphanage.
6. If you enjoy the outdoors, you can help organize a clean-up drive in your
street or park or help a neighbor plant flowers.
7. If you dancing, singing, and acting, you can participate in your community’s