The Director of the Office shall: Systematically review and evaluate the full array of programs operated by the District of Columbia impacting on children and youth, as specified in § 2-1504(a) ; Plan and develop demonstration youth programs for transfer to other operating agencies upon their validation after no more than 3 years of operation; Present the interest of children and youth before other administrative and regulatory agencies and legislative bodies of the District of Columbia government; Assist, advise, and cooperate with local, federal, and private agencies to promote the interest of children and youth in the District of Columbia; Develop criteria for the validation of programs for children and youth which shall be widely disseminated and utilized in the review and evaluation of programs; Issue an annual report on the current status of programs for children and youth on a citywide basis, both governmental and private; and Perform such other functions and duties consistent with the purpose of this subchapter which may be deemed necessary and appropriate to promote the welfare of children and youth.
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