Research Repository

Leadership Practices through Appreciative Inquiry for Improved Governance

This study utilized Appreciative Inquiry using the 5D model to explore leadership practices for improved governance in selected barangays in Samar. Using a strengths-based and collaborative approach, the research examined …

Examining the State of Human Rights Temperature (HRT) of Local Officials in Samar, Philippines: A Phenomenological Study

This study examined the lived experiences of local officials in Catbalogan City, Samar, in understanding and practicing human rights through the Human Rights Temperature (HRT) framework. Guided by Husserlian phenomenology …

On the Borderlines of Peace: Lived Experiences of Former Rebels in Samar

his study explored the lived experiences of former members of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Samar who surrendered and reintegrated into mainstream society. Using a transcendental phenomenological approach, in-depth …

Phase 1 of the Samar Island Socio-Economic Development Roadmap: Academic Perspectives (Northern Samar)

This study presents Phase 1 of the Samar Island Socio-Economic Development Roadmap: Academic Perspectives, which aims to formulate a long-term, systems-oriented development pathway toward 2045. It establishes baseline conditions, identifies …

Enhancing Local Governance Through Development of Cloud and Mobile-Based Barangay Documents Management System in Catbalogan City, Samar

This study focused on the design, development, and pilot implementation of a cloud- and mobile-based Barangay Document Management System (BDMS) in Barangay Mercedes, Catbalogan City, Samar. The system aimed to …

Beyond the Surface: A Critical Discourse Analysis of Political Campaign Slogans in the 2025 Philippine Midterm Elections

This study investigates the rhetorical and ideological functions of political campaign slogans used during the 2025 Philippine Midterm Elections, focusing on local candidates in Samar Province. It analyzes how language …

Demographic Profiling: A Web-Based Predictive Analysis System with GIS for Local Government Unit (LGU) Policy Program Implementation

This study developed a web-based demographic profiling and predictive analysis system integrated with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support Local Government Units in policy and program implementation. It analyzed population …

Critical Discourse Analysis of Campaign Slogan: Exploring the Language of Politics and the Politics of Language in Samar

This study analyzed the meanings embedded in a political speech concerning the long-standing road issues in the Samar segment of the Maharlika Highway, delivered during a national budget hearing. Using …

Civil Society Participation in Governance: The Samar Experience

This study explores the participation of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in governance in Samar, focusing on their involvement in budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation of public programs and projects. Using a …

Bridging Justice Gaps: Evaluating the Functionality of the Katarungang Pambarangay in Samar

This study evaluates the functionality of the Katarungang Pambarangay (KP) system in Samar as a local-level dispute resolution mechanism. It examines KP performance based on accessibility, efficiency, fairness, and community …

Assessment of Samar LGUs Readiness in Establishing Research Unit Assessment of Samar LGUs Readin…

This study aims to assess the readiness of Local Government Units (LGUs) in establishing a research unit to support the achievement of data-driven governance. It examines organizational alignment, management capacity, …

Leadership Communication in Digital Media: A Study on Communication Practices of Youth Leaders in Samar

Youth leaders in Samar are increasingly adopting digital media to communicate, engage, and lead effectively within their communities. This study explores the social media usage patterns, challenges, and the impact …