Gender Mainstreaming Among The Faculty of The Kalinga-Apayao State College

This study aimed to make an objective assessment on the status of the gender and development program among the faculty of the Kalinga-Apayao State College. Specifically, it endeavored to describe the level of awareness of the faculty on gender issues, extent of implementation of gender mainstreaming programs and activities, and to propose objectives to enhance the Gender and Development program of the Kalinga-Apayao State College. Descriptive Statistics were used to analyze the research data. Triangulation from a variety of sources: interview, observation, and analysis of documents were used to validate the data collected.

The study revealed that the faculty members are moderately aware on gender issues. It also revealed that gender mainstreaming activities are moderately implemented. On a positive note, the faculty members proposed ten (10) objectives that can help in the formulation of a Gender and Development Framework for the state college. It is recommended that gender mainstreaming must be institutionalized through concrete steps, mechanisms, and processes in all parts of the organization. This includes providing extensive and intensive training to teachers and the development of clear policies to guide the Gender and Development Program of the College. The conduct of high-quality gender-sensitive research is also highly recommended.