THE IMPACT OF SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOOD PROGRAM IN UPLIFTING PANTAWID PAMILYANG PILIPINO PROGRAM (4Ps) HOUSEHOLD   AND SHAPING INCLUSIVE POLICY

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  • JEHAN ECLEO KEYATEN Apayao State College Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.64358/jstgpa.v2i2.68

Keywords:

Sustainable Livelihood Program, Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program, Micro-enterprise Development, Sustainable Livelihood Framework, Geographically Isolated Communities, Livelihood Resilience

Abstract

This study examined the perceived contributions and implementation experiences of Sustainable Livelihood Program Association (SLPA)-facilitated Micro-Enterprise Development initiatives among Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) beneficiaries in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDA) in Conner, Apayao. Using a descriptive mixed-methods design, data were gathered from forty (40) purposively selected beneficiaries participating in Sustainable Livelihood Program Associations under the Micro-Enterprise Development track. Results revealed generally positive perceptions regarding livelihood participation, financial management practices, organizational engagement, and access to institutional support mechanisms. Respondents associated SLPA participation with increased income-generating opportunities, improved coping capacity during financial difficulties, and support for household and educational needs. However, livelihood gains were commonly experienced as gradual and supplemental rather than immediately stable household income. Qualitative findings further identified market limitations, transportation difficulties, procedural delays, logistical constraints, and coordination concerns affecting livelihood operations within geographically isolated communities. Viewed through the Sustainable Livelihood Framework, the study findings suggest that livelihood implementation within GIDA settings is shaped by institutional processes, vulnerability conditions, and access to livelihood resources.

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2026-06-30

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Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Social Transformation, Governance and Public Administration

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