PARTICIPATION AND PERFORMANCE OF SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN IN LOCAL GOVERNANCE IN THE PROVINCE OF MARINDUQUE: BASIS FOR PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION

Abstract

This study evaluated the participation and performance of Sangguniang Kabataan in local governance in the province of Marinduque according to the perception of the respondents, identified the challenges and sought recommendations to enhance the level of participation and performance of SK Officials. A descriptive method of research was used in this study and appropriate statistical treatment were applied to attain its objectives. Two hundred eighty-six respondents composed of SK Chairpersons, Punong Barangays, and MLGOOs formed part of this study. The findings revealed that, the participation and performance of SKs in local governance are Very Good according to the perception of the SK Chairpersons and Punong Barangays while the MLGOOs rated them Good. Based on the findings, the researcher concluded that there is a need to enhance their participation and performance in local governance. The challenges also revealed various factors that affect their participation and performance. The conduct of a Special Election of SKs is mostly recommended by the respondents, with a percentage of 73.07%. Further, the researcher recommended conducting Leadership Enhancement Training for SK Officials to reorient the SKs on their mandated duties, apply the necessary leadership styles, strengthen team and collaboration, and formulate leadership individual development plans.