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Marie Ann S. Gonzales
Laguna State Polytechnic University
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Barriers and Employment Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities in the Province of Laguna: Heightened Implementation of Republic Act No. 10524 Anthony P. Rebenque; Chester Alexis C. Buama; Desiree L. Wagan; Marie Ann S. Gonzales; Regina E. Gloria; Bayani A. Guia
Humanities, Society, and Community Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): Humanities, Society, and Community
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31098/hsc.v3i2.2658

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This study investigates the barriers and employment opportunities for PWDs in Laguna, a decade after the implementation of R.A. No. 10524, which mandates that government organizations reserve at least 1% of their total positions for PWDs. However, despite the legal framework, many challenges persist in the employment sector for PWDs. The aim is to understand the current situation and identify areas for improvement to promote a more inclusive work environment.  The objectives include measuring the perceived level of barriers and the perceived level of employment opportunities across several job categories, with an emphasis on the public sector; examining the relationship between demographic factors and the barriers they encounter; and examining the relationship between barriers and employment opportunities for PWDs across various job categories, including promotion opportunities.  This research employed a descriptive-correlational design and administered a survey to 84 respondents. The survey assessed the perceived physical, social, and attitudinal barriers, as well as employment opportunities, in managerial, professional, clerical, technical, service, sales, and elementary roles.  Statistical treatment included Pearson correlations to assess relationships among demographics, perceived job opportunities, barriers, and employment opportunities.  The study registered a strong positive correlation between perceived physical and social barriers and promotion opportunities.  Furthermore, a significant moderate positive correlation was also found between attitudinal barriers and opportunities for promotion.  It is therefore concluded that demographic factors do not significantly affect employment opportunities for PWDs; by contrast, physical, social, and attitudinal barriers significantly influence their perceptions of promotion opportunities.
The Effect of Implementing the Department of Science and Technology-Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) Website Implementation on Public Service Delivery Monina Cheska L. Castro; Chester Alexis Buama; Bayani A. Guia; Marie Ann S. Gonzales; Regina E. Gloria; Desiree L. Wagan
Journal of Social Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): July
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31098/jsetp.v4i1.2869

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The Department of Science and Technology-Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) has implemented a website to modernize public service delivery and promote accessibility to forest product-related technologies. However, the impact of this transformation on user satisfaction and service efficiency remains underexplored. This study used a quantitative approach to investigate the effects of a website on public service delivery. Specifically, this study aimed to (1) analyze the demographic profiles and usage patterns of website users, (2) identify challenges encountered in terms of service quality, accessibility, and user satisfaction, and (3) evaluate user perceptions of the website's role in technology acceptance and public service delivery. Data were collected through an online survey designed by the researcher and validated by field experts. The analysis employed statistical tools, including mean, standard deviation, and Pearson's correlation coefficient (r), to evaluate the findings. The results revealed a predominantly female user base aged 25-44, with overall high satisfaction and positive usability and service quality feedback. While the challenges were minimal, older users and females reported slightly more issues than the other groups. The study concluded that enhancing key factors, such as perceived usefulness, ease of use, and behavioral intention, could further optimize user evaluations of the website. These findings informed the development of an action plan to improve website usability, accessibility and overall user experience, thereby strengthening public service delivery.
Co-Authors Anthony P. Rebenque Bayani A. Guia Chester Alexis Buama Chester Alexis C. Buama Desiree L. Wagan Monina Cheska L. Castro Regina E. Gloria