Author

Michael D. Villanueva*
Northeastern College, Santiago City, Philippines

Abstract

This study examined the implementation of Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) programs in Angeles City, with emphasis on community participation and program implementation. It specifically assessed community participation in terms of information dissemination and awareness, reporting and cooperation with community members, and reporting and cooperation with law enforcement. It also evaluated PDEA program implementation in terms of effectiveness of program delivery, responsiveness to community needs, coordination with local stakeholders, and sustainability of program initiatives. The study employed a descriptive research design with a comparative component. A total of 31 respondents composed of PDEA personnel, barangay officials, community members, and LGU personnel participated in the study. Data were gathered through a researcher-made questionnaire and analyzed using frequency, percentage, weighted mean, and t-test. Findings revealed that community participation obtained a grand average weighted mean of 4.29 among females and 4.58 among males, both interpreted as “Strongly Agree.” PDEA program implementation likewise obtained high assessments, with grand average weighted means of 4.52 for females and 4.69 for males, both interpreted as “Strongly Agree.” Reporting and cooperation with law enforcement emerged as the strongest area of community participation. Sustainability of program initiatives ranked highest among female respondents, while coordination with local stakeholders ranked highest among male respondents. The test of difference revealed a significant difference between male and female responses regarding community participation, while no significant difference was found regarding PDEA program implementation. The study concludes that PDEA programs in Angeles City are generally perceived as effectively implemented and supported by strong community participation, stakeholder coordination, and sustainable initiatives. Continued information dissemination, community engagement, inter-agency coordination, and responsiveness to local needs are recommended to further strengthen anti-drug program implementation.

Keywords:  Anti-drug programs, community participation, Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency, program implementation, stakeholder coordination, sustainability.

*Corresponding author / Email: bryanbalaoas7878@gmail.com
DOI: http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS05031518

Recommended citation:
Villanueva, M. D. (2026). Monitoring, enforcement, and rehabilitation: Probing the implementation of Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency programs in Angeles City. Pantao (International Journal of the Humanities and Social Sciences) 5 (3), 4052-4055. http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS05031518

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