Analysis on the Effectiveness of Barangay Ordinances on the Safety of Teenagers in Talahiban 2.0

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Every barangay implements different ordinances for different purposes. The ability of the barangay to implement any law comes from the authorization of higher institution. Barangays that are granted "home rule" charters by the assembly have the foremost authority to act. The researchers conducted this research to further disseminate information about ordinances to the constituents of the barangay because many people lack knowledge on the ordinances of the barangay. The teenagers will also learn new things from this research that will contribute to the success of the barangay. It will identify the associated behavior of teenagers who are violating laws.

METHODS

This study is essentially Case Study Research Design where it involves deep understanding through multiple types of data sources. The researcher used the purposive or subjective sampling to select participants.

RESULTS

The study analysis of the effectiveness of Barangay Ordinances to the safety of Teenagers in Talahiban 2.0 had the following data gathered. It is not safe to walk during night that has been agreed by the five respondents. Some of the participants are very aware on what ordinances are being implemented in their barangay, because out of 10 participants, 8 of them know the ordinances. It is implemented by the Barangay Police and supported by posters in different areas on streets of Talahiban 2nd. Based on the data gathered, it is very safe to walk during daytime and 50% safe during night time due to lack of street lights. Another problem was the lack of street lights as well as the using of video karaoke during night time. According to the respondents, the ordinances really affect their living because they give assurance to them that they are safe even outside their houses.

DISCUSSIONS

The views of Barangay Officials, Parents and Teenagers is related to the safety of the teenagers. They feel comfortable and safe on the streets of Talahiban 2.0 due to the implementation of different ordinances that aim to protect the youth. It will guide the teenagers on what is the right thing to do when they are in the areas of the said place. In terms of the level of safety, teenagers in barangay Talahiban 2.0 feel safer walking alone during the day, ten respondents agreed that they feel safe to walk alone during day time. Five out of 10 respondents stated that it is not safe to walk alone during night time due to the lack of streetlights and most of those respondents were women.