Assessing the Implementation of the Anti-Violence Against Women and Children (AVAWC) Programs in a Municipality of Cagayan
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https://doi.org/10.67669/facci0029Keywords:
AVAWC, action plan, implementation, programs, satisfaction, WCPD, TuaoAbstract
Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children (AVAWC) programs of the Tuao Police Station. Specifically, it aimed to determine respondents’ perceptions of the implementation and satisfaction with the information drive programs, as well as stakeholders’ capacity building. Additionally, the study identified common problems encountered in the implementation of these programs, providing insights into areas for improvement and ensuring the effectiveness of the station’s efforts in addressing violence against women and children. It used a mixed-methods approach. The participants included 32 barangay officials, 64 community members, and four Women and Children Protection Desk (WCPD) personnel, selected through purposive sampling and total enumeration. Data collection adhered to ethical protocols, including coordination with relevant agencies and a structured process for survey distribution and retrieval. Data analysis used weighted means and hematology analysis. Findings revealed that the AVAWC information drive and stakeholder capacity building were categorized as Implemented. Their level of satisfaction with the AVAWC programs of Tuao Police Station is satisfactory. Strengthening program components, particularly in the information drive and capacity-building initiatives, could lead to higher satisfaction levels and greater community engagement in combating violence against women and children.
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