TITLE:
Preserving Socio-Cultural Practices: Exploring Resilience and the Impact of Government Initiatives among the Manobo in the Philippines
AUTHORS:
Randy E. Mayo
KEYWORDS:
Dulangan Manobo, Socio-Cultural Practices, Government Initiatives, Preservation Practices
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Social Sciences,
Vol.11 No.9,
September
27,
2023
ABSTRACT: Indigenous people in the Philippines have long faced a multifaceted struggle
to preserve their rich traditions. This complex issue has been rooted in the historical
and ongoing dispossession of their lands and resources. However, these resilient
communities came together and organized themselves to demand the respect and recognition
of their rights. This study investigated their socio-cultural practices Dulangan
Manobo and the impact of government initiatives. Through a descriptive correlation
research design, 392 respondents from Sultan Kudarat province were surveyed. Results
revealed the Manobo’s active involvement in social, economic, and political activities.
Government programs supporting livelihood preservation and culture conservation
were well-implemented and embraced by the community. However, the study found no
significant correlation between the socio-economic and political culture of the
Manobo and the effectiveness of government initiatives. These findings contribute
to understanding indigenous resilience and the efficacy of intervention programs
in preserving socio-cultural practices.