Answer : The following are the steps in establishing a sisterhood or twinning relationship: 1.

The LGU shall create a Sisterhood or Twinning Committee (SC) which represents a true cross-section of the community, such as: educational, cultural, technical, business, professional, social, womens clubs, civic, veteran, religious, youth, media, etc. 2. The SC will discuss the affiliation idea and will determine the choice of city to affiliate based on mutual interests, such as: economic, cultural, social, political, historical ties, etc. 3. Before deciding on the choice of city/town, the SC will prepare background information of the LGU: outline the type of business activities carried on; the extent of public and private school system; cultural institutions; occupations and hobbies of community members and the type of projects the community is ready to undertake the beginning. At this point, the LGU may consult the Bureau of Local Government Supervision (BLGS) Secretariat for advice of specific countries and experiences other cities have had to help guide you choice. 4. The SC will submit the affiliation proposal to the local government for endorsement by the Governor/Mayor and the Sangguniang Panlalawigan/Panlungsod/Bayan, as the case may be, to the Governor/Mayor of selected city/town. Copy of the proposal will be sent to the Secretariat, BLGS. 5. As soon as the LGU decides to proceed with the program, the SC will appoint an Executive Committee (EC) that will have a continuing responsibility for carrying out the program. The Governor/Mayor will serve as the Honorary Chairman of the Executive Committee. 6. Under the EC, sub-committees shall be created which is responsible for year-round planning. It may be suggested that a city/town should work through 4 or 5 committees depending on the scope of their program. The work should be divided and spread out so that a large number of people from many sectors of the community should take part to ensure a dynamic and continuous program. 7. Once a twinning has been agreed, it is usual to hold a twinning Ceremony in both communities to enable as many people as possible to be involved at the beginning of the relationship.