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LGU-Level Agricultural Organizations Policy Formulation Through Farmers’ Narratives

This study explored the lived experiences and narratives of abaca farmers in Western Samar to inform policy formulation for agricultural organizations. Using a narrative qualitative approach, in-depth interviews documented farmers’ …

The Unseen Barriers: A Qualitative Inquiry into the Challenges Faced by Women in Reaching Leadership Positions

This study explored the barriers faced by women in achieving leadership positions across government offices in Samar using a narrative inquiry approach. Five key themes emerged: persistence against gender bias, …

Community Insights: Exploring Catbalogan City Residents’ Experiences with Local Government Services

This study explored the lived experiences and perceptions of Catbalogan City residents regarding local government services using a qualitative case study approach. Through in-depth interviews with fifteen participants from diverse …

Perspectives of Barangay Officials in Western Samar Regarding the Role of Grammar in Local Governance

This study investigated the perceptions of barangay officials in Western Samar regarding the role of grammar in local governance, particularly in communication, instruction, and public service delivery. Using a descriptive …

The State of Local Health in Samar, Philippines: An Explanatory Sequential Mixed-Method Study of Healthcare Access, Service Delivery, and Health Governance

This study examined the state of local health in Samar Province under the Universal Health Care (UHC) framework using an explanatory sequential mixed-methods design. Quantitative data from 420 healthcare users …

The Role of Government Spending in Economic Growth and Wealth Improvement in Eastern Visayas

This study analyzed the relationship between government spending, economic growth, and wealth improvement in Eastern Visayas using secondary data from the Philippine Statistics Authority and the International Wealth Index covering …

Discovering Flow: Highlighting Positive Psychology in Public Service for Improved Governance in Samar

This study examined the role of positive psychology, particularly psychological flow, in enhancing public service performance and governance in Samar. Using an explanatory sequential mixed-methods design, quantitative and qualitative data …

Moving Towards Technology-Based Barangay Local Government Unit in Samar: A Computer Literacy Assessment

This study assessed the computer literacy of barangay officials and employees in selected municipalities in Samar as part of the Moving Towards Technology-Based LGU initiative. It evaluated respondents’ basic computer …

Barangay Governance Capabilities of Barangay Officials in Samar

This study examined the governance capabilities of barangay officials in Samar in terms of accountability, direction, fairness, transparency, and performance. Using a descriptive-evaluative research design, data were gathered through surveys …

The Discourse of Poverty: Perspectives of LGU Officials

This study examined how LGU officials construct and interpret poverty through discourse in selected municipalities in Samar. Using qualitative methods such as in-depth interviews, document analysis, and discourse analysis, the …

Political Families in Eastern Visayas: A Historical Analysis of Dynastic Politics

Political dynasty is rampant in Philippine politics. A number of political clans holding their respective turfs or bailiwicks has, since then, been in power. While some families foster development in …

Sympathetic Experiences and Challenges of Barangay Secretaries in Samar: Managing the Work Weight (SEC of BSec in Samar)

This qualitative study explored the lived experiences, training needs, and work performance challenges of Barangay Secretaries in the municipalities of San Sebastian and Talalora, Samar. Using a phenomenological approach guided …