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Home Along the Railway: Understanding the Migration and Settlement of Informal Settler Families Living Along Railway Lines in the Philippines Ancho, Inero; Gabrielle Louis David; Ferlynn Recto; Sue Liza Saguiguit; Daisy Pelegrina
Journal of Asian Social Science Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2025): Journal of Asian Social Science Research
Publisher : Centre for Asian Social Science Research (CASSR), Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung

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This study investigates the living conditions of Filipino informal settler families (ISFs) residing along the Philippine National Railways (PNR) tracks in Brgy San Antonio, Los Baños. It examines their past through migration histories, their present through unmet basic needs, and their aspirations amid an uncertain future. Utilizing a narrative approach, the research draws on semi-structured interviews and field observations to collect qualitative data. Findings reveal that economic vulnerability is the primary driver behind their settlement along the rail tracks. The persistent threat of eviction discourages residents from investing in housing improvements, while access to essential services remains limited. Nevertheless, strong social ties and support from the barangay contribute to community cohesion. The study concludes that inadequate urban planning and weak enforcement of housing policies have contributed to the persistence of informal settlements. It calls for the implementation of inclusive and sustainable relocation programs that genuinely respond to the needs and aspirations of ISFs.
Academic Performance of Left-Behind Senior High School Students in the Philippines: Impacts of Parental Migration Apolinario, Martina Chloe Mari; Ancho, Inero; Albor, Rufo Gil; Botor, Nephtaly Joel; Pelegrina, Daisy; Almeda, Phrygian
ASEAN Journal of Educational Research and Technology Vol 4, No 3 (2025): (ONLINE FIRST) AJERT: VOLUME 4, ISSUE 3, December 2025
Publisher : Bumi Publikasi Nusantara

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The migration of Filipino workers overseas remains a major socio-economic phenomenon, offering financial stability yet creating emotional and academic challenges for left-behind children. This qualitative phenomenological study examined how parental absence affects the academic performance of senior high school students in Los Baños, Laguna, whose parents work abroad. Data were gathered through semi-structured interviews with purposively selected Grade 12 students meeting specific criteria. Thematic analysis revealed three key themes: thriving amidst loneliness, flourishing academic independence, and repaying sacrifices through excellence. While remittances eased financial burdens, students reported feelings of isolation, lack of parental guidance, and academic pressure driven by the desire to honor their parents’ sacrifices. Strong communication and adaptive coping strategies emerged as vital in mitigating adverse effects. The study underscores the need for school-based support systems and policy interventions addressing the psychosocial well-being and academic needs of left-behind students.