Research Repository

Learning Behind Bars: Inmates’ Aspirations and the Transformative Potential of Adult Education and Literacy Programs

This study investigated the educational aspirations of incarcerated individuals and the impact of adult education and literacy programs in the Catbalogan City District Jail. Using pretest–posttest assessments, interviews, and focus …

Agri-Fishery Practices through Product Resource Management, Value Addition, and Commercialization Enhancement Project (Phase 1)

This study implemented an agri-fishery development project in Barangays Marupangdan and Astorga, Daram, Samar, focusing on product resource management, value addition, and commercialization. Using value chain analysis and participatory approaches, …

Developing Psychological Capital, Resiliency, Self-Efficacy, and Risk-Taking Mindsets Among Marginalized Communities in Samar

This study examined the relationship between psychological capital, resiliency, self-efficacy, and risk-taking mindsets among marginalized individuals in Samar. Using a quantitative descriptive-correlational design, data were collected through structured questionnaires from …

Entrepreneurial Mindset Among Marginalized Adults in Samar: A Baseline Study for Extension Program Sustainability

This study assessed the impact of a capacity-building extension program on developing the entrepreneurial mindset of marginalized adults in Basey and Marabut, Samar. Using purposive sampling, focus group discussions and …

Working Capital Management Practices for Economic Sustainability of the Micro and Small Entrepreneurs in Samar: A Cross-Sectional Study

This study examined the working capital management practices and economic sustainability of micro and small enterprises (SMEs) in Samar using a cross-sectional research design. A total of 388 SME owners …

The Concept of Flow Among Samar’s Performing LGU

This study employed an appreciative inquiry approach to examine the concept of flow among Samar’s performing Local Government Units. It identified optimal work conditions and subthemes contributing to high engagement, …

Decoding the Language of Violence: Shaping Gender Perspectives and Governance in Local Barangays

This study examined how language, gender, and governance intersect in handling Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC) cases in rural barangays of Samar Island. Using critical discourse analysis and feminist …

The State of Local Health in Samar, Philippines: A Comprehensive Analysis of Trends and Assessment

This study analyzed the economic status and state of local health in Samar, Philippines, using secondary data from the Philippine Statistics Authority and Regional Statistics Authority. A descriptive quantitative research …

Leadership Experiences of Barangay Chairpersons in Armed Conflict Barangays: The Case of Samar

This study explored the leadership experiences of barangay chairpersons in armed conflict–affected areas in Samar using a qualitative phenomenological approach. Through in-depth interviews and thematic analysis, the research examined challenges …

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 …