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Annual Report 2016

1 2 Table of Contents

Proposed Agenda 5

Minutes of the 2016 Annual General Membership Meeting 6

Chairperson’s Report 11

Treasurer’s Report 18

Accomplishment Reports Regular Members 39 Associate Members 79

2016 Board of Trustees Resolutions 144

2016 Executive Committee Resolutions 145

Directory of PSSC Members 146

3 4 Proposed Agenda PSSC Annual General Membership Meeting 17 March 2017, 8:30 a.m.

Part 1: SWS 2017 Survey Review Leo Rando S. Laroza Director, Survey Data Archives, Library, Communications and Publications Group

Part 2: General Membership Meeting I. Call of the meeting to order II. Proof of quorum III. Approval of the proposed agenda IV. Approval of the minutes of the 2016 Annual General Membership Meeting V. Business arising from the minutes of the previous meeting VI. New business a. Chairperson’s Report b. Treasurer’s Report c. Introduction of New PSSC Associate Member d. Conferment of the 5th VAM Excellence in Research Award e. Report on the Social Science Ethics Review Board f. Other Matters VII. Adjournment

5 Minutes of the Annual General Membership Meeting PSSC Auditorium, 20 February 2016

Attendance REGULAR MEMBERS Linguistic Society of the Philippines (LSP) Rochelle G. Lucas Philippine Association of Social Workers (PASWI) Nonilyn de Roda Philippine Communication Society Lourdes M. Portus Philippine Economic Society (PES) Stella A. Quimbo Philippine Geographical Society (PGS) Emmanuel Garcia Philippine Historical Association (PHA) Evelyn A. Miranda Philippine National Historical Society (PNHS) Marcelino Macapinlac Jr. Philippine Political Science Association Raymond John Rosuelo Philippine Population Association (PPA) Maria Joy B. Arguillas Philippine Society for Public Administration (PSPA) Alex B. Brillantes Philippine Sociological Society (PSS) Filomin C. Gutierrez Philippine Statistical Association (PSA) Dennis S. Mapa Psychological Association of the Philippines (PAP) Maria Caridad H. Tarroja Arsenio S. Alianan Jr. Ugnayang Pang-AghamTao (UGAT) Maria F. Mangahas

ASSOCIATE MEMBERS Center for Central Luzon Studies, Central Ponciano D. Cuaresma Luzon State University Center for Research and Instructional Materials Domingo Nuñez Philippine Christian University College of Mass Communication, University of the Elena E. Pernia Philippines-Diliman College of Social Work and Community Development Joyce T. Caragay University of the Philippines-Diliman Institute of Philippine Culture, Ateneo de Manila University Marita C.Guevara Kaisa Para sa Kaunlaran Meah Ang See National Association for Social Work Education Inc. Jacquilene Kristine Parcia National Tax Research Center Trinidad A. Rodriguez Peter Gowing Memorial Research Center Fedelinda C.B. Tawagon Philippine Association for Chinese Studies Aurora Roxas Lim Philippine Studies Association Clement C. Camposano Population Institute, University of the Philippines-Diliman Elma Laguna Pulse Asia Research, Inc. Ronald D. Holmes Research Center, San Sebastian College Mario Maranan Research Cluster for Cultural Educational and Social Issues Clarence M. Batan University of Santo Tomas Robert Montana Research Institute for Mindanao Culture, Xavier University Chona Echavez Dr. Cesar Villariba Research and Knowledge Management Institute Nikko del Moro Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation School of Graduate Studies and Research Kenjie Jimenea University of Nueva Caceres School of Statistics, University of the Philippines-Diliman Dennis S. Mapa

6 Silliman University Research and Development Center Enrique Oracion Social Development Research Center De La Salle University Catherine Domingo Social Research, Training and Development Office Ateneo de Davao University Mary Donna Grace Cuenca Social Weather Stations Gerardo A. Sandoval Women’s Association of the Philippines Odine de Guzman

I. Call of meeting to order Dr. Ma. Caridad H. Tarroja, PSSC Chairperson, called the meeting to order at 9:25 am.

II. Proof of Quorum Dr. Amaryllis T. Torres, PSSC Executive Director, confirmed the presence of a quorum, with representatives from 13 regular members and 25 associate members in attendance.

III. Approval of the proposed agenda The General Assembly approved the proposed agenda as presented.

IV. Approval of the minutes of the 2015 Annual General Assembly The General Assembly approved the minutes of the 2015 Annual General Assembly without any correction.

V. Business arising from the minutes of the previous meeting Dr. Torres noted that business arising from the minutes of the previous meeting will be taken up in the reports of the Chairperson, Treasurer and the Membership Committee Chair.

VI. New Business 1. Chairperson’s report Dr. Tarroja thanked colleagues in the Executive Committee and the Board of Trustees, whose terms are ending in February 2016, for their service over the past two years. She also asked the body to take a moment of silence to remember former PSSC Chair, Cayetano “Dondon” Paderanga, who passed away in 2015. Dr. Tarroja then proceeded to present the status of PSSC’s regular programs and activities. She reported that the Council granted graduate research funds to seven PhD and two MA students under the Research Award Program; supported the conference participation of 10 social science scholars under the Travel Assistance Program; and provided conference grants to 10 regular members-associations to help defray their annual conference costs. Additionally, the Council organized two separate multidisciplinary panel sessions, namely, “The Human Face of a Soldier” (PPA conference) and “Towards Good Water Governance for Development: A Multi- Case Analysis” (PHA conference). In terms of publications, PSSC released Generations which features the papers from the Seventh National Social Science Congress, as well as the 2014 issue of the PSSC Social Science Information.” Seven PSSC member-associations, meanwhile, released their 2015 journal issues. PSSC continued to make available social science materials and resources through the Knowledge Archive (http://k-archive.pssc.org.ph); Frank X. Lynch Library’s integrated library system (http://lynchlibrary.pssc.org.ph); PSSC Social Studies Corner; and PSSC website and social media accounts.

7 PSSC, upon the recommendation of selected reviewers, selected Dr. Jayeel Cornelio of the Ateneo de Manila University as the third recipient of the Virginia A. Miralao Excellence in Research Award. PSSC maintained its global linkages by participating in three international conferences as follows: 20th Association of Asian Social Science Research Councils Biennial Conference held in Academia Sinica, Taipei in April 2015; 15th Science Council of Asia Conference in Siem Reap, Cambodia in May 2015; and the 3rd World Social Science Forum in Durban, South Africa in September 2015. Dr. Tarroja also reported on the progress of PSSC’s externally funded projects. She noted that PSSC, through the Philippine Migration Research Network, continued to implement the Capacity-building on Crisis Management and Assistance to Migrant Nationals (CMAN) Project. PSSC also continued to assist the Office of the Ombudsman through the project “Nurturing Organizational Research Capacity for Effective Program and Service Delivery.” Meanwhile, PSSC has successfully completed the research project titled “Pathways to Gender Equality in HROD Programs of Philippine Bureaucracy.” Finally, Dr. Tarroja shared PSSC’s plans for 2016. These include the conduct of the Eighth National Social Science Congress on 15-17 June 2016 in Lyceum University of the Philippines in Batangas City, and assistance to the Philippine Studies Association in mounting the 10th International Conference on Philippine Studies (ICOPHIL) on 6-8 July 2016 at Silliman University.

(The full text of the Chairperson’s Report was included in the 2016 Annual Report which was distributed to members during the General Assembly.)

The General Assembly 2016-02-01 Accepted the Chairperson’s Report.

2. Treasurer’s report Dr. Lourdes M. Portus, PSSC Vice Chair, delivered the Treasurer’s Report on behalf of Dr. Alvin P. Ang, PSSC Treasurer and Head, Finance Committee. Dr. Portus reported that the Council traditionally derives its key operating income from investments and project management. In 2015, investment income was just one percent short of target at PhP592,850.44. Management income, meanwhile, reached only PhP356,559.54, less than half the expected income for the year. Thus, even with adjustments in membership rates and 100 percent membership fee collection as well as earnings from Book Center sales and membership services, the total Council operating income totaled only PhP1.84 million. The surplus from building income amounting to PhP2.206 million, along with past savings of PhP1.6 million, augmented the operating income and covered the Council’s total expenditure of PhP5.7 million. Thus, PSSC was able to continue its programs and activities, most notably, the Conference Award Program, Research Award Program and the Travel Assistance Program In terms of the 2016 budget, Dr. Portus reported that the Board of Trustees (BOT) expects to generate an income of PhP2.1 million from regular Council operations. Meanwhile, the BOT raised the projected income from PSSCenter/building rentals to PhP11.8 million from PhP10.9 million in 2015 in view of the full occupancy of office spaces and expected high volume of function room clientele in 2016. Expenditure-wise, the BOT cut down on its projected spending for Council programs, services and activities from PhP6.45 million in 2015 to PhP6.39 million for 2016. On the other hand, the BOT increased the PSSCenter building operating expenses from PhP8.1 million in 2015 to PhP8.5 million in 2016 to take into account the higher cost of contracted services and repair and maintenance of Center facilities as well as adjustments in insurance expenses.

8 (The full text of the Treasurer’s Report was included in the 2016 annual report, which was distributed to the members during the General Assembly.)

The General Assembly 2016-02-02 Accepted the Treasurer’s Report.

3. Announcements and other matters • Dr. Arsenio S. Alianan Jr. of the Psychological Association of the Philippines announced that the 53rd National Convention will be on September 14-16 at Fontana Leisure Park Convention Center in Angeles City, Pampanga. • Dr. Rochelle Irene G. Lucas informed the Council that the Linguistic Society of the Philippines (LSP) will hold its first Danilo T. Dayag Memorial Lecture in memory of the former BOT member of PSSC who passed away in 2015. The lecture is scheduled on March 8 at the De La Salle University. She also announced that the LSP National Conference and General Assembly will be on April 26-28 at Siliman University. • Dr. Elena E. Pernia of the UP College of Mass Communication announced that the Communication Research International Conference will be held on September 22-23 at the UP Film Center in Diliman. The title of the conference is “Voices and Noises: Communication and Integration Within and Across ASEAN communities”. A call for paper and participation has been released. She invited everyone to visit www.cric.ph for more details. Dr. Portus added that the Philippine Communication Society is co-organizing the conference. • Dr. Maria F. Mangahas noted that Ugnayang Pang-Aghamtao will hold its 38th Annual Conference this October at the Ateneo de Manila University. The conference theme is “The Circulation of Anthropological Knowledge.” • Dr. Clement C. Camposano informed the body that the Philippine Studies Association (PSA) will hold the 10th International Conference of the Philippine Studies (ICOPHIL) on July 6-8 at Siliman University. He also informed the Council that PSA is reviewing the submitted abstracts and will release the results soon. Dr. Camposano invited everyone to follow the ICOPHIL Facebook account for updates. He also said that a conference website is also forthcoming. • Mr. Raymond John Rosuelo invited the members to the Philippine Political Science Association 2016 Annual Conference on April 21-22 at the La Piazza Hotel and Convention Center in Legazpi, Albay. • Dr. Clarence M. Batan announced that Philippine Sociological Society (PSS), in partnership with the Development Studies Program of Ateneo de Manila University and the Research Center on Culture, Education, and Social Issues of University of Santo Tomas, is holding a workshop on Filipino youth and social change titled “#KabataanNgayon.” The workshop is scheduled on May 19-20 at the Thomas Aquinas Research Complex in UST, Manila. The workshop aims to bring together 15-20 researchers in the field of children and youth and the social sciences. Through the workshop, the organizers hope to produce a journal issue and an edited book which will update the state of Filipino children and youth in the country. Dr. Batan invited researchers on youth and children to participate in the workshop and visit the PSS website for further details. • Dr. Filomin Gutierrez announced that the Philippine Sciological Society will hold its Annual National Conference on October 7-8 at the Ateneo de Davao University with the theme “Imagine Democracy, Power, and Politics Transition in Philippine Style.” • Dr. Marcelino Macapinlac announced that the Philippine National Historical Society will celebrate its 75th anniversary. He also informed the Council that the 37th National Conference on Local and National History will be held in Butuan City on October 20-22.

9 The conference is co-sponsored by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, PSSC, and the city government of Butuan. • The Philippine Statistical Association Inc. (PSAI) will hold its annual conference in Naga City from August 31 to September 2. PSAI will release a call for papers soon. • Dr. Evelyn A. Miranda of the Philippine Historical Association (PHA) announced that PHA will hold its National Conference on the third week of August 2016 at Ateneo se Davao. The conference theme is “Philippine Governance: Historical Perspectives.” Dr. Miranda mentioned that the conference will tackle the history of the Philippine National Historical Commission. • Dr. Marie Joy B. Arguillas informed the assembly that the Philippine Population Association recently held its Annual Scientific Conference in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. She said that the next conference will be held either in January or early February 2017 in Dumaguete City. • Dr. Portus announced that the BOT approved the re-appointment of Dr. Torres as PSSC Executive Director for the period 2016-2019.

VII. Adjournment The General Assembly adjourned at 11:30 pm.

10 Chairperson’s Report Lourdes M. Portus

Let me begin this report by acknowledging the member-representatives who lent their time, effort and expertise to PSSC over the past year. Foremost of these are the members of the 2016- 2018 Board of Trustees (BOT): Dr. Filomin C. Gutierrez (sociology), Vice Chairperson; Dr. Stella Luz A. Quimbo (economics), Treasurer; Dr. Cynthia N. Zayas (anthropology), Dr. Marie Joy B. Arguillas (demography), Dr. Joseph E. Palis (geography), Mr. Marco B. Lagman (history), Dr. Rochelle Irene G. Lucas (linguistics), Dr. Francisco A. Magno (political science), Dr. Arsenio S. Alianan Jr. (psychology), Dr. Lizan Perante-Calina (public administration), Mr. Rosauro R. Luntayao (social work), Dr. Dennis S. Mapa (statistics), Mr. Gerardo A. Sandoval (Social Weather Stations), Dr. Ana Maria L. Tabunda (Pulse Asia), and Dr. Ma. Caridad H. Tarroja (immediate past chair). Special thanks go to alternate Board representatives who attended the BOT and Working Committee meetings as follows: Dr. Danilo R. Reyes (public administration), Ms. Carmelita N. Ericta (statistics), Dr. Peter Lee U (economics), Dr. Maria F. Mangahas and Ms. Suzanna R. Roldan (anthropology), Mr. Emmanuel B. Garcia (geography), Mr. Marcelino M. Macapinlac (history), Mr. Raymund John P. Rosuelo (political science), and Dr. Pia C. Bennagen (Pulse Asia). I would also like to acknowledge individual social scientists who were tapped for Committee work such as Dr. Isabel P. Martin, Dr. Manuel P. Diaz, Dr. Evelyn A. Miranda and Dr. Maria Midea M. Kabamalan. Finally, let me thank Dr. Amaryllis T. Torres and the PSSC Secretariat for their steadfast support to the BOT, Execom and Working Committees, and for implementing PSSC’s programs, projects and services.

COUNCIL MEMBERSHIP MATTERS The Membership Committee, composed of Dr. Rochelle Irene Lucas (chair), Dr. Evelyn Miranda, and Dr. Maria Midea Kabamalan, monitored the compliance of member-organizations with their obligations, such as payment of membership subscription, release of professional journal, conduct of annual conference, and submission of annual report. It reviewed and endorsed as well the application of the Philippine Criminal Justice Researchers Society Inc. (PCJRS) for associate membership. The Membership Committee will formally introduce and welcome the PCJRS later this morning.

REGULAR PROGRAMS Research Award Program The Research Committee, composed of Drs. Marie Joy B. Arguillas, Cynthia N. Zayas and Manuel P. Diaz, received a total of 10 applications for Research Award Program (RAP) in 2016. Only seven of these applications—four PhD and three MA proposals—were approved for RAP funding based on the recommendation of the Research Committee. These are as follows:

11 Name/Affiliation School/Discipline Research Title PhD Café, Dindo P. University of the Transkonstekstwalisasyon ng Pagkakilanlang UP Manila Philippines Diliman Ispiritwal: Isang Historikal na Etnograpiya ng Sociology Sagada Familia Ebrada, Sandra C. University of the The Bagani Spirit through the Moral Imagination Psychconsult, Inc. Philippines Diliman of Philippine Army Officers: Reflections on Philippine Studies Leadership Based on the Agyu Epic Iya, Palmo R. University of the Kilusang Propetikong Adbentista: Pagbubukas ng DLSU Dasmarinas Philippines Diliman Pag-unawa sa Pagsibol ng Milinaryong Tunguhin History sa Loob ng Iglesyang Seventh-day (SDA) Santos, Kevin Carl University of the Approached to Person Fit Analysis in Cognitive UP Diliman Philippines Diliman Diagnosis Modeling Statistics MA Gonzalez,Tanya University of the Dance Stories of Abused Adolescents: Therapeutic Clinical Psychology Philippines Diliman Use of Metaphors in Dance Movements Nario-Lopez, Hannah University of the Emotions in Custodial Work: Negotiating Jail Glimpse Philippines Diliman Culture UP Diliman Sociology Polias, Shayne De La Salle Academic Achievement as a Function of Self- Claro M. Recto High University Efficacy Student Goal Orientation, and Classroom School Goal Orientation: A Moderated Mediation Model Psychology (major in Human Development)

International Linkages Program Through the recommendation of the members of the Grants Committee composed of Mr. Gerardo Sandoval and Ms. Suzanna Roldan, PSSC funded the participation of 10 social science professionals in international conferences in the US, Europe and Asia. Among the recipients of the Travel Assistance Program are as follows: Name, date and Name and PSSC affiliation Paper title venue of the conference Arugay, Aries Association for Asian Studies Foundations of Contention Philippine Political Annual Conference Infrastructure: The 1986 People Power: Science Association March 31 - April 3, 2016 Uprising and its Legacies to Contentious Seattle, WA, USA Politics in the Philippines Zayas, Cynthia Neri World Council of Continuing alongside the Katutubo/the Ugnnayang Pang- Anthropological Associations Indigenous ‘Other’ (and Self): Current AghamTao Panel Stream: ‘Global Survey Challenges to Filipino Anthropology of Anthropological Practice and its Practice Dubrovnik, Croatia 2-9 May 2016 Ravago, Maja Leah 22nd European Association of Optimal Lake-Water Extraction: Philippine Economic Environmental and Resource Quantity, Quality, and Sedimentation Society Economists (EAERE) Annual Meeting 22-25 June 2016 Zurich, Switzerland

12 Villiran, Jessica A. 3rd ISA Forum on Sociology Community Mobilization Strategy in Philippine Sociological Viernna, Austria Advancing Urban Social Development: Society 10-14 July 2016 The Case of Metro Manila

Porteria, April 3rd ISA Forum on Sociology Making Money out of People’s Misery:, Philippine Sociological Viernna, Austria HJas Disaster Capitalism Taken over Society 10-14 July 2016 Post-Haiyan Philippines

Sumagaysay, Marietta B. 6th Global Symposium on The Food-Water-Energy Nexus Women’s Studies Gender in Aquaculture and Perspective: Women’s Take for Fisheries Association of the Fisheries (GAF6) Security Philippines 2-7 August 2016 Bangkok, Thailand

Global Conference on Climate Embracing the Value Chain Framework Change Adaptation for for Post-Disaster Livelihood Fisheries and Aquaculture Interventions: The Milkfish Industry (FishAdapt) a Haiyan-affected Area in Leyte, 8-11 August 2016 Philippines Bangkok, Thailand Clemente, Tina New York Conference on Economic Vulnerability to Chinese Philippine Studies Asian Studies (NYCAS) 2016 Sanctions: Implications for Inclusive Association 23-24 September 2016 Development in the Philippines Utica, New York, USA Tumamao-Guittap, International Conference on Unlocking the Human Dimension of Geomilie Green Urbanism 2016 Energy Efficiency and Conservation: UP-School of Urban and 12-14 October 2016 The Case of Tourist Accommodation Regional Planning Rome, Italy Providers in Coron, Palawan, Philippines Portus, Lourdes M. 6th International Conference Campaigning for Health: Tuberculosis Philippines on Health, Wellness and Prevention through the Mass Media Communication Society Society 20-21 October 2016 Catholic University of America, Washington DC Labiste, Ma. Diosa Conference on Deliberative Journalism and UP College of Mass Communication, Culture and Democratization in the Philippines Communication Media Studies 2016 18-20 October 2016 Yogyakarta, Indonesia Hashtags as Figurative Language in War and Conflict Reporting in the Philippines Asian Congress for Media and (The Mamasapano Case) Communication 27-29 October 2016 Yogyakarta, Indonesia

PSSC was also represented in two events in 2016. Dr. Torres and I attended the 16th Science Council of Asia Conference in Colombo, Sri Lanka on 30 May–1 June 2016. The theme of the conference was “Science for the People: Mobilizing Modern Technologies for Sustainable Development in Asia.” Dr. Torres also represented PSSC in the International Social Science Council (ISSC) General Assembly on 23-26 October 2016 in Oslo, Norway. The General Assembly was held back to back with the seminar on “On the Move - Global Migrations, Challenges and Responses” where

13 Dr. Torres organized a session participated in by four Filipino scholars—Prof. Jorge Tigno (UP Department of Political Science), Mr. Jan Robert Go (UP Department of Political Science), Prof. Lucia Tangi (UP College of Mass Communication), and Ms. Jonnabelle Asis (University of Brescia, Italy).

National Social Science Congress PSSC convened the Eighth National Social Science Congress (NSSC 8), with the theme Inclusive Governance: Gateways to Sustainable Futures on 15-17 June 2016 at Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) Batangas City. The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Patricia Licuanan, Chair of the Commission on Higher Education and former Chair of Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC). The NSSC 8 consisted of two plenary sessions, 23 parallel sessions, and four training workshops. The first plenary session “Theoretical Perspectives on Inclusive Governance and Sustainable Futures” was headlined by Dr. Felipe de Leon, Chair of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts; Prof. Ponciano Bennagen of Ugnayang Pang-Aghamtao; and Prof. Simeona Martinez of the Philippine Geographical Society/UP Department of Geography. The second plenary session “Disaster Risk Governance: Lessons from Asia” featured three international experts on disaster governance as follows: Dr. Yasuo Tanaka of Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, Malaysia; Dr. Kanako Iuchi of the International Research Institute of Disaster Science, Tohoku University, Japan; and Mr. Jerome Zayas of Earthquakes and Megacities Inc. Ms. Paulina Lawsin-Nayra of the Eastern Visayas Network of NGOs and POs, a coalition of nongovernment organizations engaged in post-disaster rehabilitation of Tacloban, served as session discussant. The 23 panel sessions tackled topics relevant to the pursuit of inclusive governance and sustainability such as governance of natural resources; management of cultural heritage and diversity; local governance reforms; management of climate change and natural disasters; governance of cyberspace, online community and mass media; language policy; and women’s role and contributions to good governance. Nine of these parallel sessions were organized by PSSC member-associations, namely, Philippine Geographical Society, Philippine Sociological Society, Linguistic Society of the Philippines, Philippine Political Science Association, Philippine Society for Public Administration, Ugnayang Pang-Aghamtao, and Psychological Association of the Philippines. In addition, PSSC organized four training workshops as follows: Quantitative Techniques in Impact Evaluation (Lecturer: Prof. Dennis Mapa, Philippine Statistical Association/UP School of Statistics); Geospatial Technologies for Spatially-Enabled Learning (Lecturers: Dr. Trina Isorena, UP Department of Geography/Prof. Simeona Martinez, Philippine Geographical Society/Prof. Emmanuel Garcia, Philippine Geographical Society); Privacy in Research; Researching Privacy (Lecturer: Prof. Peter Sy, UP Department of Philosophy/National Experts Group on Privacy); and Use of Technology (NVivo PRO) for Qualitative Research (Lecturer: Prof. Nicamil Sanchez, UP College of Social Work and Community Development).

Fora and conferences PSSC co-organized the Public Consultation on the Draft IRR of the Data Privacy Act which sought to solicit the views of relevant organizations/institutions on the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the Data Privacy Act. PSSC also submitted to the National Privacy Commission a position paper which incorporates the comments of member-organizations on the IRR. PSSC’s regular member-organizations also held their respective national conferences in various parts of the country. Ten of these organizations requested and received a conference grant of P30,000 each to organize their conference.

14 Organization Theme Date and Venue Philippine Population Transcending Demographic Trends: 3-5 February 2016 Association Gearing Up Toward an Aging One Vittoria Hotel Population Vigan, Ilocos Sur Philippine Political Governance and the Politics of Change 21-22 April 2016 Science Association La Piazza Hotel and Convention Center Philippine Historical Philippine Governance: Historical 18-20 August 2016 Association Perspective Ateneo de Davao University Philippine Statistical Role of Statistics in Monitoring Progress 31 August – 2 September 2016 Association, Inc. of Social Protection The Avenue Plaza Hotel, Naga City Psychological Strengthening the Bond of Research 14-16 September 2016 Association of the and Practice in Philippine Psychology Fontana Clark, Pampanga Philippines Philippines Opinion Polls, Surveys and Elections, 9 February 2016 Communication Society co-organized with the Philippine Press Polytechnic University of the Institute Philippines

Voices and Noises: Communication and 22-23 September 2016 Integration Within and Among ASEAN University of the Philippines Communities, co-organized with the Diliman UP College of Mass Communication Philippine Sociological Imagined Democracies: 7-8 October 2016 Society Transformations of Power and Ateneo de Davao University Knowledge in Philippine Society Ugnayang Pang- Circulating Anthropological Knowledge 20-22 October 2016 AghamTao in the Public Sphere: Building Ateneo de Manila University Communities of Practice Philippine National Mindanao History in the Context of 20-22 October 2016 Historical Society National History Almont Inland Resort Hotel, Butuan City, Agusan del Norte Philippine Economic Ramping Up Towards Philippines 2040 8 November 2016 Society Novotel Hotel, Quezon City

Publications Six member-associations kept their journals current with the timely release of their 2016 volumes which are as follows: Philippine Statistician, Philippines Review of Economics, Philippine Sociological Review, Journal of History, Philippine Political Science Journmal and Aghamtao. In terms of book sales, the Philippine Journal of Linguistics had the highest proceeds amounting to PhP99, 487.94, followed by the Philippine Journal of Psychology with PhP65,561.13.

Knowledge Management PSSC received 373 new Filipiniana and foreign materials, most of which were donated. All book and serial titles are accessible through the Frank X. Lynch, S.J. Library’s integrated library system (http://lynchlibrary.pssc.org.ph/). In order to make room for newly acquired materials, our library staff appraised the collection, facilitated the weeding process, and drafted a collection development policy for the Lynch Library. Extra copies weeded out from the collection were donated to the Isabela State University Library, Kalinga State University Library, and the UP College of Arts and Letters Library.

15 PSSC also continued to upload full text of PSSC member-associations’ publications in the Knowledge Archive (http://k-archive.pssc.org.ph). As part of the promotion of the library and to earn profit for the Book Center, PSSC joined the book fair in the UP College of Social Science and Philosophy in Diliman last October, and the conferences of Ugnayang Pang-Aghamtao and International Conference on Philippine Studies (ICOPHIL).

Virginia A. Miralao Excellence in Research Award PSSC conferred the fourth VAM Excellence in Research Award to Dr. Jonathan Ong for his book, The Poverty of Television: The Mediation of Suffering in Class-Divided Philippines, published by Anthem Press. Dr. Ong is a lecturer at the Department of Media and Communication of University of Leicester, United Kingdom, and an active member of the Philippine Sociological Society.

Secretariat services The PSSC secretariat continued to provide secretariat and conference services to the Philippine Economic Society. It also provided bookkeeping assistance to the Philippine Political Science Association, and desktop assistance to the Philippine Statistical Association. The PSSC secretariat was also tapped by the Philippine Studies Association to help organize the 10th International Conference on Philippine Studies (ICOPHIL) conference held in Silliman University, Dumaguete City.

SPECIAL PROJECTS Crisis Management and Assistance to Nationals (CMAN) Project of PSSC/PMRN and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) The CMAN project was implemented in three phases, as follows: (1) preparation of a background paper on the state of crisis management and intervention for nationals abroad; (2) development of a manual of operations for handling crisis or emergency situations affecting Filipinos abroad; and (3) conversion of the operations manual into an interactive online learning tool. PSSC completed the first phase of the project in 2014, the second phase in 2015 and the third phase in 2016. Dr. Peter A. Sy helped PSSC implement phase 3 of the project. The online CMAN E-Learning Course was officially launched in September 2016.

Nurturing Organizational Research Capacity for Effective Program Delivery of PSSC and the Office of the Ombudsman (OMB) Funded by UNDP, the project involved a series of activities aimed at improving the competency of the OMB staff to initiate, undertake and manage research projects. These activities include the following: (1) annotation of studies on public sector corruption and mismanagement; (2) organizational research capacity and training needs assessment; (3) validation/consultation workshop with stakeholders; (4) colloquium on democratic governance and anti-corruption; and (5) training on social science research. All activities except the training were completed in 2015. PSSC completed the training workshop in March 2016 in partnership with the team of Dr. Fernando Paragas of the UP College of Mass Communication. One of the recommendations that emerged in the research capacity and training assessment was the conduct of a research visioning workshop to firm up the research agenda of OMB and anti-corruption agencies. While not part of the project activities, PSSC helped OMB organize the research agenda workshop on 24 May 2016.

16 PLANS In 2017, PSSC expects to finally print the manual of social science research titled Doing Social Science Research: A Guidebook. PSSC intends to market the manual to higher education institutions and offer as well training workshops using the manual as the reference material. Also in the offing is the conference, Beyond Politics and Spectacle: Studies on Crime and Punishment, on 15-16 March 2017 at PSSCenter. The conference is co-organized by the Philippine Criminal Justice Researchers Society Inc. in partnership with International Alert Philippines and the Quezon City Government. The conference aims to examine the issue of crime, drugs and punishment through a multidisciplinary and scholarly prism, and engage stakeholders from government, nongovernment groups and other sectors in this well-timed discussion. PSSC is likewise embarking on the establishment of a social science ethics review board (SSERB) and guidelines for ethical research in the social sciences in response to the demand for these. The Philippine Health Research Ethics Board (PHREB) had approached PSSC to inquire of the possibility of forming such a board to handle requests for clearance for social science research. PHREB representatives underscored that while PHREB’s expertise is on medical and health research, it has been filling the void and has been receiving applications for social science research. PSSC aims to make the SSERB functional within the year. PSSC also secured funding from the UNESCO Participation Programme to implement the project “Mainstreaming Gender Equality and Gender Sensitivity in Philippine Media.” The project entails an assessment of media companies’ adherence to legal/regulatory instruments promoting the equal and sensitive treatment of women and LGBTQ in the workplace and in media texts, as well as an assessment of training programs provided to media professionals and curricula of higher educational institutions offering communication and media programs. These assessments will culminate in the development of a course pack for communication and media programs in tertiary education, and a training module for contnuing education of media professionals. Finally, PSSC, as a charter member of the Association Asian Social Science Research Councils (AASSREC), will participate in the AASSREC Biennial General Conference which will be held on 20-21 April 2017 in Beijing, China. PSSC will have a paper presenter who I am proud to announce comes from Iligan City, Lanao del Norte. Septrin John Calamba, a professor of sociology at Mindanao State University-IIT, will talk about “Appropriate Technologies towards Agricultural Sustainability: Initiatives of the Local Communities in Southern Philippines.” His paper conforms to the theme of this year’s conference, which is “Sustaining a Green and Equitable Future in Asia-Pacific.” I sincerely hope that all members of PSSC will promote and participate in all the activities in the pipeline.

17 Treasurer’s Report Stella Luz A. Quimbo

2016 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE In 2016, PSSC projected a combined income of PhP13.89 million from two income streams, namely: (1) PSSCenter/building operations and (2) Council programs and services. By the end of the year, our earnings reached only PhP13.77 million. Eighty-eight percent (PhP12.11 million) of this income was derived from office space and function room rentals. We had full occupancy during the year, and following the high demand, allowed one function room to be used as an office space. Our function rooms also remained a popular venue for professional licensure reviews and school functions. Our income from the building not only exceeded the 2016 target, but also sustained the upward trajectory which began in 2012. In contrast, we struggled to meet our target revenue from Council programs and services. Our long-term bank placements underperformed, earning PSSC only PhP253,959 or 51 percent of the target. We were also unable to meet our expected income from project management (75%) and other related services (67%). Thanks to the cooperation of our member-organizations, we realized 100 percent of our target for membership fees. We also slightly exceed our projected income from Book Center sales and membership services for members. In total, we raised PhP1.66 million from Council sources, 20 percent shy of the target. Expenditure-wise, we exercised prudent spending without compromising PSSC’s flagship programs such as the Research Award Program, Travel Assistance Program, and Conference Award Program. Expenses for Council programs/activities reached a mere PhP5.8 million or 91 percent of the projected amount. Meanwhile, our expenses for building maintenance and operations, capital outlay, and depreciation stood at just PhP8.18 million, or 87 percent of the budget. Still, the nearly PhP14 million spent by PSSC in 2016 exceeded our earnings of PhP13.77 million. PSSC’s savings from previous years covered the shortfall of PhP221,641.

BUDGET FOR 2017 The financial performance of PSSC in the past few years highlighted PSSC’s heavy dependence on building income to operate the Council and on past savings to cushion shortfalls. This is not sustainable in the long-term. Increased use of rentable spaces takes a toll on our aging building and we have to regularly set aside a sizable amount to maintain and upgrade our building. In turn, this will ensure continued patronage of our facilities. Since the PSSCenter is subsidizing our operations, however, we have had to defer major repairs and improvements. The new Board of Trustees, particularly the Executive Committee, realized the need to diversify our sources of income. Thus, for 2017, we lined up three major activities which can generate new funds for PSSC. These are as follows: (1) establishment of the Social Science Ethics Review Board, which shall be tasked to accept and review applications for research ethics clearance;

18 (2) printing and commercial distribution of the PSSC research manual (Doing Social Science Research: A Guidebook); and (3) training workshops on social science research and conferences/ forums. We also secured funding for the project, Mainstreaming Gender Equality and Gender Sensitivity in Philippine Media, from which we will earn a modest management fee. We also increased our target earnings from Book Center sales, from PhP200,000 in 2016 to PhP500,000 in 2017, in view of a potential partnership with a government-accredited book distributor on the sale of social science publications to state colleges and universities. Meanwhile, we kept our projected earnings from project management, investments, and membership support at their 2016 levels. Altogether, we expect to raise PhP5.15 from Council sources in 2017 (up from PhP2.09 million the previous year). To hew closely to 2016 figures, we also increased our target revenue from PSSCenter operations. We expect to earn PhP12.4 million from lease of our office spaces and function rooms. In terms of expenditure, we more or less retained the 2016 levels for both Council programs/ activities and PSSCenter maintenance and operations. The only adjustments are in the following items: (1) allocation for staff salaries since we are planning to hire an additional personnel to begin the process of setting up the Social Science Ethics Review Board; (2) allocation for working committees since we expect the Research Ethics Committee to meet regularly to work on the research ethics code; and (3) allocation for publications to augment the printing cost of the research manual. We would like to end this report by enjoining our member-organizations to cooperate with PSSC in all these new initiatives, particularly our efforts to make PSSC the clearinghouse for social science research ethics concerns.

19 Table 1. Statement of Budget for Council Programs, Activities and Services (as of 31 December 2016)

Approved January to Variance % of Budget for December between Actual to 2016 2016 Budget and Full Year Actual Budget OPERATING INCOME, ALLOCATION AND FUND TRANSFER I. Operating Income Membership Fee 390,000.00 390,000.00 - 100% PSSC Book Center Income 200,000.00 204,163.14 4,163.14 102% Investment Income 500,000.00 253,959.09 (246,040.91) 51% Management Income 500,000.00 375,074.37 (124,925.63) 75% Other Income 250,000.00 168,093.62 (81,906.38) 67% Membership Support 250,000.00 271,475.26 21,475.26 109% Total Operating Income 2,090,000.00 1,662,765.48 (427,234.52) 80%

II. Transfer from PSSCenter/ 2,375,000.00 3,922,898.17 1,547,898.17 Building Budget III. Transfer of Funds (from 1,923,200.00 221,641.14 (1,701,558.86) previous savings) TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE 6,388,200.00 5,807,304.79 580,895.21

EXPENDITURES FOR COUNCIL PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES I. Council Programs Lectures, Fora and 100,000.00 99,665.86 334.14 100% Training Activities Conference Award Program 330,000.00 267,000.00 63,000.00 81% Research Award Program 300,000.00 300,000.00 - 100% PSSC Publications 170,000.00 170,000.00 - 100% Book Center 50,000.00 33,985.00 16,015.00 68% Library 42,000.00 41,790.10 209.90 100% Project Development Activities 10,000.00 - 10,000.00 0% International Linkages: Travel Assistant Program 250,000.00 212,705.00 37,295.00 85% AASSREC - Membership Fee/ 65,000.00 65,244.50 (244.50) 100% Executive Council Meetings PSSC Representation to AASSREC, ISSC, and SCA 75,000.00 89,405.00 (14,405.00) 119% meetings Sub-total Council Programs 1,392,000.00 1,279,795.46 112,204.54 92%

20 Approved January to Variance % of Budget for December between Actual to 2016 2016 Budget and Full Year Actual Budget II. Council Meeting Expenses Executive Committee meeting 172,200.00 171,624.80 575.20 100% BOT Meeting 90,000.00 75,784.23 14,215.77 84% General Assembly Meeting 73,000.00 72,709.80 290.20 100% PSSC Working Committees 50,000.00 50,000.00 -- 100% Sub-total Expenses 385,200.00 370,118.83 15,081.17 96% for Council Meeting Expenses

III. Program Development and Management Section Salaries & wages 2,550,000.00 2,448,000.00 102,000.00 96% Employees Benefits 585,000.00 442,600.00 142,400.00 76% Communications 90,000.00 16,148.51 73,852.00 18% Transportation 40,000.00 25,637.42 14,362.43 64% Sub-total Technical Support 3,265,000.00 2,932,385.57 332,614.43 90% Services Expenses

IV. Finance/Administrative Support Salaries & Wages 400,000.00 384,000.00 16,000.00 96% Employees Benefits 120,000.00 91,200.00 28,800.00 76% Contracted Services 550,000.00 501,278.65 48,721.35. 91% Utilities 126,000.00 100,800.00 25,200.00 80% Repair & Maintenance 55,000.00 54,793.36 206.64 100% Miscellaneous/Contingencies 25,000.00 22,932.92 2,067.08 92% Sub-total Finance/ Administrative 1,276,000.00 1,15,004.93 120,995.07 91% Support Expenses

TOTAL BUDGET/ EXPENDITURES BEFORE DEPRECIATION EXPENSES Add: Depreciation Expenses 70,000.00 70,000.00 TOTAL EXPENSES 6,388,200.00 5,807,304.79 580,895.21 91%

21 Table 2. Statement of Budget for PSSCenter/Building Operations (as of 31 December 2016)

Approved January to Variance % of Actual Budget for 2016 December between to Full Year 2016 Budget and Budget Actual I. Operating Income Center Rental Income 11,700,000.00 11,933,631.70 233,631.70 102% Other Income 100,000.00 178,629.26 78,629.26 179% Total Operating Income 11,800,000.00 12,112,260.96 332,260.96 103%

II. Operating Expenses Salaries & Wages 1,630,000.00 1,558,757.45 71,242.55 96% Employees Benefits 500,000.00 378,644.08 121,355.92 76% Contracted Services 3,70,000.00 3,354,710.94 345,289.06 91% Utilities 1,915,000.00 1,543,432.20 371,567.80 81% Repairs & Maintenance 315,000.00 310,944.70 4,055.30 99% Administrative Expenses 80,000.00 71,170.59 8,829.41 89% Supplies & Materials 100,000.00 71,740.00 28,260.00 72% Insurance 115,000.00 110,379.34 4,620.66 96% Communications 90,000.00 16,148.00 73,852.00 18% Transportation 40,000.00 25,637.57 14,362.43 64% Rental Discount 15,000.00 5,925.00 9,075.00 40% Miscellaneous Expenses 25,000.00 22,932.92 2,067.08 92% Total Operating Expenses 8,525,000.00 7,470,422.79 1,054,577.21 88%

III. Capital Outlay 500,000.00 318,940.00 181,060.00 64% BUILDING INCOME 2,775,000.00 4,322,898.17 1,547,898.17 BEFORE DEPRECIATION AND PROVISION FOR INCOME TAX Less: Provision for Income 400,000.00 400,000.00 Tax and Depreciation Net Income 2,375,000.00 3,922,898.17 (1,547,898.17) Fund Transfer 2,375,000.00 3,922,898.17 (1,547,898.17) Net Building Fund ------

22 Table 3. Approved 2017 Budget for Council Programs, Activities and Services

Approved Budget Approved Budget for 2016 for 2017 OPERATING INCOME, ALLOCATION AND FUND TRANSFER I. Operating Income Membership Fee 390,000.00 396,000.00 PSSC Book Center Income 200,000.00 500,000.00 Investment Income 500,000.00 500,000.00 Management Income 500,000.00 500,000.00 Other Income 250,000.00 3,000,000.00 Membership Support 250,000.00 250,000.00 Total Operating Income 2,090,000.00 5,146,000.00

II. Transfer from PSSCenter/ 2,375,000.00 2,227,650.00 Building Budget III. Transfer (from previous savings) 1,923,200.00 -- TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE 6,388,200.00 7,373,650.00

EXPENDITURES FOR COUNCIL PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES I. Council Programs Lectures, Fora and Training Activities 100,000.00 100,000.00 Conference Award Program 330,000.00 360,000.00 Research Award Program 300,000.00 300,000.00 PSSC Publications 170,000.00 220,000.00 Book Center 50,000.00 30,000.00 Library 42,000.00 40,000.00 Project Development Activities 10,000.00 -- Instutional Review Board -- 645,450.00 International Linkages: Travel Assistance Program 250,000.00 250,000.00 AASSREC & ISSC Membership Fees 65,000.00 65,000.00 PSSC Representation to AASSREC, ISSC, 75,000.00 75,000.00 and SCA meetings Sub-total Council Programs 1,392,000.00 2,085,450.00

II. Council Meeting Expenses Executive Committee meeting 172,200.00 172,200.00 BOT Meeting 90,000.00 90,000.00 General Assembly Meeting 73,000.00 75,000.00 PSSC Working Committees 50,000.00 156,000.00 Sub-total Expenses for Council 385,200.00 493,200.00 Meeting Expenses

23 Approved Budget Approved Budget for 2016 for 2017 III. Program Development and Management Section Salaries & wages 2,550,000.00 2,677,500.00 Employees Benefits 585,000.00 585,000.00 Communications 90,000.00 90,000.00 Transportation 40,000.00 40,000.00 Sub-total Technical Support 3,265,000.00 3,392,00.00 Services Expenses

IV. Finance/Administrative Support Salaries & Wages 400,000.00 420,000.00 Employees Benefits 120,000.00 120,000.00 Contracted Services 550,000.00 577,500.00 Utilities 126,000.00 135,000.00 Repair & Maintenance 55,000.00 55,000.00 Miscellaneous/Contingencies 25,000.00 25,000.00 Sub-total Finance/Administrative 1,276,000.00 1,332,500.00 Support Expenses

TOTAL BUDGET/EXPENDITURES BEFORE DEPRECIATION EXPENSES Add: Depreciation Expenses 70,000.00 70,000.00 TOTAL EXPENSES 6,388,200.00 7,373,650.00

24 Table 4. Approved 2017 Budget for PSSCenter/Building Operations

Approved Approved Budget for 2016 Budget for 2017 I. Operating Income Center Rental Income 11,700,000.00 12,200,000.00 Other Income 100,000.00 200,000.00 Total Operating Income 11,800,000.00 12,400,000.00

II. Operating Expenses Salaries & Wages 1,630,000.00 1,650,000.00 Employees Benefits 500,000.00 500,000.00 Contracted Services 3,700,000.00 3,800,000.00 Utilities 1,915,000.00 2,010,000.00 Repairs & Maintenance 315,000.00 315,000.00 Administrative Expenses 80,000.00 80,000.00 Supplies & Materials 100,000.00 100,000.00 Insurance 115,000.00 115,000.00 Communications 90,000.00 90,000.00 Transportation 40,000.00 40,000.00 Rental Discount 15,000.00 10,000.00 Miscellaneous Expenses 25,000.00 25,000.00 Total Operating Expenses 8,525,000.00 8,735,000.00

III. Capital Outlay 500,000.00 500,000.00

BUILDING INCOME BEFORE 2,775,000.00 3,165,000.00 DEPRECIATION AND PROVISION FOR INCOME TAX Less: Provision for Income Tax and Depreciation 400,000.00 400,000.00 Net Income 2,375,000.00 2,765,000.00 Fund Transfer 2,375,000.00 2,227,650.00 Net Building Fund -- 537,350.00

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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT The Board of Trustees Philippine Social Science Council, Inc. PSSC Building, Commonwealth Ave. Diliman, Quezon City

We have audited the accompanying financial statement of Philippine Social Science Council, Inc. which comprise the statements of financial position as at December 31, 2014 and 2013, and the statements of comprehensive income, statements of changes in equity and cash flows for the years then ended, and a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory notes.

Management’s Responsibility for the Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements in accordance with Philippine Financial Reporting Standards for Small and Medium-sized Entities (PFRS for SME’s). This responsibility includes: designing, implementing and maintaining internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, selecting and applying appropriate accounting policies, and making accounting estimates that are reasonable in the circumstance.

Auditor’s Responsibility Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with Philippine Standards on Auditing. Those standards require that we comply with ethical requirements and plan and perform the audit too obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement.

Scope An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity’s preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

Opinion In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Philippine Social Science Council, Inc. as of December 31, 2012 and 2011, and its

26 financial performance and its cash flows for the years then ended in accordance with the Philippine Financial Reporting for Small and Medium-sized Entities (PFRS for SME’s)

Report on the Supplementary Information Required Under Revenue Regulations 19-2011 and 15- 2010 Our audit was conducted for the purpose of forming an opinion on the basic financial statements taken as a whole. The supplementary information under Revenue Regulations 19-2011 and 15- 2010 in Notes 13 to the financial statements, is presented for purposes of filing with the Bureau of Internal Revenue and is not a required part of the basic financial statements. Such information is the responsibility of the management of Philippine Social Science Council Inc. The information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in our audit of the basic financial statements. In our opinion, the information is fairly stated, in all material respects, in relation to the basic financial statements taken as a whole.

CAGUIAT, ABAD & Co. NORBERTO E. ROBEL Partner CPA Certificate No. 0097934 BOA/PRC Reg. No. 4667 BIR Accreditation No. 08-005100-1-2010 T.I.N. 102-989-239-000 P.T.R. No. 3808077 January 31, 2013 Makati City

27 PSSC 2015 Audited Financial Statements (audited by Norberto Robel of Caguiat, Abad and Co.)

STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION

31 December Notes 2015 2014 ASSETS Current Assets Cash and cash equivalents 2,3 P 1,670,428 P 726,195 Short term Investment 2,4 7,340,604 9,193,965 Receivables 2,5 1,333,794 749,291 Total Current Assets 10,344,825 10,669,451 Noncurrent Assets Long term investments 2,6 27,257,537 28,075,279 Property and equipment 2,7 516,223 666,224 Total Noncurrent Assets 27,773,760 28,741,503 TOTAL ASSETS P 38,118,585 P 39,410,953

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY Current Liabilities Accounts payable and accrued expenses 2,8 P 3,868,051 P 4,700,883 Non Current Liabilities Rental and other deposits 2,9 4,104,186 3,882,841.00 Prepaid subsciption -- -- Tenants advance rental deposit 2,036,526.38 1,938,658.64 Tenants security and damage deposit 2,067,659.39 1,944,182.38 Total Noncurrent Liabilities 4,104,185.77 3,882,841.02 Long term benefit fund 2,10 2,950,197 2,515,997.00 Workers seperation fund 850,196.55 963,709.97 Retirement fund 2,100,000.00 1,552,287.06 2,950,196.55 2,515,997.03 7,054.382 6,398,838 Equity 27,196,152 28,311,232 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY 38,118,585 P 39,410,953 See accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

28 PSSC 2015 Audited Financial Statements (audited by Norberto Robel of Caguiat, Abad and Co.)

STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

Years ended 31 December 2015 Notes General Special Endowment Total Fund Fund Fund

Balance, Beginning of the Year 14,930,814 656,125 12,724,293 28,311,232 Profit (3,300,470) 509,246 -- (2,791,224) Adjustment 25,908 -- -- 25,908 Fund Transfer 1,650,235 -- -- 1,650,235 Balance, End of the Year P 13,306,487 P 1,165,371 P 12,724,293 P 27,196,152

Years ended 31 December 2014 Notes General Special Endowment Total Fund Fund Fund Balance, Beginning of the Year P 16,460,666 P 655,706 P 12,724,293 29,840,665 Profit 11,12 (3,132,838) 419 -- (3,132,419) Adjustment 37,067 -- -- 37,067 Fund Transfer 1,565,919 -- -- 1,565,919 Balance, End of the Year P 14,930,814 P 656,125 P 12,724,293 P 28,311,232 See accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

29 PSSC 2015 Audited Financial Statements (audited by Norberto Robel of Caguiat, Abad and Co.)

STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

Years ended 31 December 2015 Notes General Special Endowment Total Fund Fund Fund

Balance, Beginning of the Year 14,930,814 656,125 12,724,293 28,311,232 Profit (3,300,470) 509,246 -- (2,791,224) Adjustment 25,908 -- -- 25,908 Fund Transfer 1,650,235 -- -- 1,650,235 Balance, End of the Year P 13,306,487 P 1,165,371 P 12,724,293 P 27,196,152

Years ended 31 December 2014 Notes General Special Endowment Total Fund Fund Fund Balance, Beginning of the Year P 16,460,666 P 655,706 P 12,724,293 29,840,665 Profit 11,12 (3,132,838) 419 -- (3,132,419) Adjustment 37,067 -- -- 37,067 Fund Transfer 1,565,919 -- -- 1,565,919 Balance, End of the Year P 14,930,814 P 656,125 P 12,724,293 P 28,311,232 See accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

30 PSSC 2015 Audited Financial Statements (audited by Norberto Robel of Caguiat, Abad and Co.)

STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

Years ended 31 December Notes 2015 2014 CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Net Income (Loss) P (2,791,224) P (3,132,419) Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities Depreciation 2,7 150,001 156,228 Rental discounts -- 6,150 Investment income (592,850) (956,380) Allocation fund for 2013 1,650,235 1,566,757 Adjustment 25,908 37,067 Changes in Assets and Liabilities (Increase) Decrease in: (Increase) / Decrease in accounts receivable 2,5 (584,503) 293,584 (Decrease) / Increase in account payable and accrued 2,8 (832,832) (287,202) expense (Decrease) / Increase in tenants advance rental deposit 2,9 97,868 181,178 (Decrease)/ Increase in tenants security and damage and 2,9 123,477 254,435 deposit (Decrease) / Increase in workers separation fund 2,10 (113,513) (126,369) Net cash provided by operating activities (2,867,434) (2,006,969)

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES Decrease (Increase) in investments 4 1,853,361 1,032,153 Increase in investments (Non current) 6 1,365,455 (656,849) Increase in property and equipment 7 -- (7,500) Investment income 592,850 956,380 Net cash used by investing activities 3,811,667 1,324,184 NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH 944,233 (682,785) CASH AT THE BEGINNING 726,194 1,408,980 CASH AT THE END P 1,670,427 P 726,194 See accompanying Notes to Financial Statements.

31 PSSC 2015 Audited Financial Statements (audited by Norberto Robel of Caguiat, Abad and Co.)

Accounting Policies and explanatory notes to the financial statements For the year ended 31 December, 2014 and 2015

1. GENERAL INFORMATION The Philippine Social Science Council, Inc. (PSSC) was approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on December 13, 1968 per Registration No. 37048 as a non-stock, non-profit organization with the primary purpose of promoting scientific, cultural and educational purposes. The registered address of the organization is at PSSC Building, Commonwealth Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City. The PSSC is a Department of Science and Technology accredited, certified non-stock, non-profit, scientific cultural- education organization and is exempt from income tax pursuant to Section 30 of the National Internal Revenue Code and Section 24 of the Republic Act No. 2067 as amended by Republic Act No. 3589, provided no part of the income will inure to the benefit if any individual or stockholder. Its operation is funded by grants and donations from various civic, educational, scientific, cultural and business organizations. General Program Secretariat The Secretariat acts as the working arm of the council. Operating funds are provided by earnings derived from income of the endowment funds. Central Subscription Service The Central Subscription Service is a program of the council. It was established to assist the council member associations in the publication of their journals and other social science books and monographs through centralized management and distribution. The financial statements of the organization as at December 31, 2015 were approved and authorized by the Board of Trustees on April 3, 2016.

2. BASIS OF PREPARATION AND ACCOUNTING POLICIES These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Philippine Financial Reporting Standards for Small and Medium-sized Entities (PFRS for SME’s) The accounts of the organization are maintained in accordance with the principles of fund accounting to insure the observance of limitations and restrictions placed on the use of resources available to the organization. Resources for various purposes are classified for accounting and reporting purposes, into funds established according to their nature and purpose, thus maintaining separate accounts for each fund. The council follows the accrual basis of accounting for its transactions.

Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash includes cash on hand and in banks. Cash equivalents are short term, highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash with original maturities of three months of less and that are subject to insignificant risk of change in value.

Accounts Receivables Receivables are stated at face value, after allowance for impairment, if any. An estimate for doubtful accounts is made when collection of the full amount is no longer probable.

Inventories Inventories are valued at lower of cost and net realizable value as determined by first-in, first out (FIFO) method.

Financial instrument Investments are initially recognized at cost. Subsequent to initial recognition are carried at fair market value in the statements of financial position. Changes in the fair market value of such assets are reported in profit or loss.

Property and Equipment Property and Equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. When assets are retires or otherwise disposed of, the cost and the related accumulated depreciation and amortization are removed from the accounts and any resulting gain or loss is credited or charged to current operations.

32 Depreciation is computed using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets as follows: Office improvement 10 years Library books 5 years Furniture, fixtures and equipment 5 years Motor vehicle 10 years

Leases Lease as classified as finance leases whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the leased asset to the lessor. All other leases are classified as operating leases. Under operating lease, the property remains as an asset of the lessor and consequently, the lessor bears all ownership or executory costs such as depreciation of leased property, real property taxes, insurance and maintenance. Periodic rental is simply recognized as rent income.

Trade and other payables Trade and other payables are liabilities to pay for goods or services that have been received or supplied and have been invoiced or formally agreed with the suppliers and are not interest bearing. Accruals are liabilities to pay for goods or services that have been received or supplied but have not been paid.

Revenue Recognition Revenue is recognized when it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transactions will flow to the company and the amount of revenue can be reliably measured. Revenue from rent is earned based of term of lease. Revenue from sales of books is recognized upon delivery. Revenue from interest is recognized on a time proportion bases that reflects the effective yield on the asset. Dividend is recognized when the payment is established.

Income Taxes Current tax assets and liabilities for the current and prior years are measured at the amount expected to be recovered from or paid to the tax authorities. The tax rates and tax laws used to compute the amount are those that are enacted or substantially enacted at the reporting date.

3. CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENT This account consists of the following: 2015 2014 Petty cash fund P 22,000 P 22,000 Cash on hand -- -- Cash in bank 1,648,428 704,195 P 1,670,428 P 726,195 Cash in bank pertains to deposit to local banks which earn interest at the respective bank deposit rates and carried in the statement of financial position at face value. The company reconciles the books and banks regularly as of its monitoring and internal control measures.

4. SHORT TERM INVESTMENTS This account consists of the following: 2014 2013 Investment in peso time deposit-Secretariat P -- P 2,314,316 Investment in dollar time deposit-Secretariat -- 1,593,733 Investment in dollar time deposit - Metro Bank 1,122,654 -- Investment in Philam bond - WSF 859,944 963,710 Investment in peso time deposit - CSS 842,619 833,533 Investment in peso time deposit - Forex 254,688 251,941 Investment in peso time deposit - UCPB 1,186,567 -- Investment in dollar time deposit - Eastwest Bank 1,334,564 2,458,487 Investment in peso time deposit - Eastwest Bank 591,530 587,407 Investment in peso time deposit - Ched -- 190,839 Investment in dollar time deposit - Metro Bank 1,148,038 -- P 7,340,604 P 9,193,965

The above cash investments are short term in nature with maturity of less than three months but due to management imposed restrictions in their withdrawal, it was categorized as investment and not cash equivalent.

33 5. RECEIVABLES This account consists of the following: 2015 2014 Accounts receivables - Sales P 221,937 P 169,658 Receivable from tenants (rent/utilities) 285,534 391,215 Advances 1,581 43,251 Meralco deposit 55,204 45,167 BPI receivable 744,538 -- Publication receivable 25,000 100,000 P 1,333,794 P 749,291

6. LONG TERM INVESTMENTS This account consists of the following: 2015 2014 BPI Investment - Long-term P 17,948,653 P 19,436,459 Asiatrust Bank investment - Long-term -- -- UCPB Investment - Long-term 4,032,397 3,988,914 Philam Bond Fund Investment 2,100,000 1,552,287 Metrobank Investment 3,176,487 3,097,619 P 27,257,537 P 28,075,279

7. PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT Property and equipment consists of the following: Office Library Furniture Motor Total Improve- Books Fixtures & Vehicle ment Equipment Cost Balance at beg. of year P 4,388,355 P 111,855 P3,620,188 P1,527,176 P9,647,575 Acquisitions -- -- 7,500 -- 7,500 Balance at end of year 4,388,355 111,855 3,627,688 1,527,176 9,655,075 Accumulated Depreciation Balance at beg. of year 3,778,203 111,855 3,564,117 1,527,176 8,981,351 Depreciation 132,081 -- 24,147 -- 156,228 Balance at end of year 3,910,284 111,855 3,588,263 1,527,176 9,137,579 Net Book Value 2015 478,071 - 39,425 0 617,496

Office Library Furniture Motor Total Improve- Books Fixtures & Vehicle ment Equipment Cost Balance at beg. of year 4,388,355 111,855 3,612,688 1,527,176 9,640,075 Acquisitions -- -- 7,500 -- 7,500 Balance at end of year 4,388,355 111,855 3,620,188 1,527,176 9,647,575 Accumulated Depreciation Balance at beg. of year 3,646,121 111,855 3,539,970 1,459,296 8,825,123 Depreciation 132,081 -- 24,147 67,880 156,228 Balance at end of year 3,778,203 111,855 3,564,117 1,527,176 8,981,351 Net Book Value 2014 610,153 - 56,071 0 666,224

PSSC Building Complex On 16 July 1981, a grant was extended by the Government of Japan to the Philippine Government under the exchange of notes signed by both governmnets, establishing the PSS Center.

34 On 14 December 1981, a memorandum of agreement was made between the University of the Philippines System and the Philippine Social Science Council, Inc. Whereby the University authorized the PSSC to construct within the University’s building complex in an area consisting of 8,018.5 square meters under such terms and conditions mutually agreed by both parties. The building facilities and equipment of PSSC shall be used for its program and activities for as long as PSSC exists and determines that such buildings, facilities and equipment are needed and thereafter ownership of the same shall be transferred to the university provided that they be used solely for educational purposes. The building complex was turned over by the Government of Japan to the Center on 21 March 1983.

8. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND ACCRUED EXPENSES This account consists of the following: 2015 2014 Trade payables P 31,100 P 1,303,101 Accrued expenses 2,445,357 2,584,152 Unrealized income (20,258) 265,794 Funds related liabilities 999,051 143,000 Due to publisher/consignor 412,801 404,835 P 3,868,051 P 4,700,883

9. RENTAL AND OTHER DEPOSITS This account consists of the following: 2015 2014 Tenants advance rental deposit P 2,036,526 P 1,944,182 Tenants security and damage deposit 2,067,659 1,938,659 P 4,104,186 P 3,882,841

10. LONG TERM BENEFIT FUND This account consists of the following: 2015 2014 Workers separation fund P 850,197 P 963,710 Retirement Fund 2,100,000 1,552,287 P 2,950,197 P 2,515,997

The board approved in 2005 transfer of P1,552,287.06 from the general fund to the staff retirement fund as recommended by PSSC management and audit committee.

11. STATEMENT OF GENERAL FUND 2015 2014 OPERATION INCOME Center Rental Income 10,938,161 10,396,682 PSSC Book Center Sales 187,756 209,490 Management Income 356,560 177,757 Membership Fees 390,000 315,000 11,872,477 11,098,929 OTHER INCOME Investment Income 592,850 956,380 Miscellaneous 394,181 548,029 987,032 1,504,409 TOTAL OPERATING AND OTHER INCOME 12,859,509 12,603,339

35 OPERATING EXPENSES Salaries and Wages 4,285,674 4,145,404 Utilities 1,955,426 1,890,876 Contracted Services 3,758,221 3,475,367 Depreciation Expenses 150,001 156,228 Employees’ Benefits 1,039,161 1,001,393 Repairs and Maintenance 307,613 912,112 Income Tax 332,988 363,772 Supplies and Materials 60,817 93,643 Administrative Expenses 54,269 56,369 Insurance Expenses 111,971 93,180 Transportation Expenses 65,221 72,072 Communications 190,167 159,797 Miscellaneous/Contingencies 25,888 41,048 12,337,417 12,461,260 COUNCIL PROGRAM AND SERVICES 1,684,902 1,708,578 TOTAL OPERATING AND RESEARCH & 14,022,319 14,169,838 DEVELOPMENT EXPENSES ALLOCATION FUND FOR 2013 (1,650,235) (1,566,338) UNREALIZED GAIN (LOSS) ON SHORT TERM - - INVESTMENTS EXCESS OF CURRENT FUND (2,813,045) (3,132,838)

12. STATEMENT OF SPECIAL PROJECT FUND This account represents balances of the following projects fund YEAR 2015 Beginning Receipts Expenses Ending ASEAN P15,000.00 P 15,000 P Ched Digitization Project Phase 1 19,748 19,748 Ched Digitization Project Phase 2 145,193 40,000 185,193 CHED Project Development Program (1,722) (1,722) ICOPHIL 197,730 623 197,107 IOM - CMAN 21,617 548,750 576,583 (6,216) Most - PMRN 60,599 600 6,317 54,882 NSSC VIII 3,677 21,907 (18,230) PAHRODF 400,000 343,819 (56,181) PDCP 198,961 198,961 PMRN - ILO (4,677) (4,677) Research Capacity Building - Ombudsman 1,117,700 435,013 682,688 656,125 2,107,050 1,597,804 1,165,371

36 YEAR 2014 Beginning Receipts Expenses Ending ASEAN P -- P 170,962 P 155,962 15,000 Ched Digitization Project Phase 1 194,488 -- 174,740 19,748 Ched Digitization Project Phase 2 27,743 220,000 102,550 145,193 ICOPHIL 197,730 -- -- 197,730 Most -CMAN -- 219,500 197,883 21,617 Most - PMRN 50,926 39,930 30,257 60,599 NSSC (46,323) 50,000 -- 3,677 PDCP 122,783 141,753 65,575 198,961 PGS Unacom 7,311 60,000 67,311 -- PMRN - ILO -- -- 4,677 (4,677) UNESCO-Learning for Change 61,889 -- 61,889 -- UNESCO-Digitization of the Publications of Filipino Scientists 39,159 -- 39,159 -- CHED Project Development Program 1,722 (1,722) P 655,706 P 902,145 901,725 656,125

13. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION REQUIRED UNDER REVENUE REGULATIONS (RR) 19-2011 On 9 December 2011, the BIR has issued Revenue Regulation (RR) No. 19-2011 prescribing the new income tax reforms to be used effective calendar year 2011. In the case of corporations using BIR Form 1702, the taxpayer is now required to include as part of its Notes to the Audited Financial Statements, which will be attached to the income tax return, schedules and information on taxable income and deductions taken. Below are the additional disclosures applicable to the company, pursuant to RR 19-2011: a. Revenues Exempt Taxable Central Rental Income P -- 10,902,936 PSSC Book Center Sales 187,756.45 Management Income 356,560 Membership Fees 390,000 Investment Income 592,850 Other Income 103,338 82,307 Miscellaneous Income 208,536 - 1,839,041 10,985,243 b. Itemized deductions for the year ended December 31, 2015 are as follows: Exempt Taxable Salaries and Wages P 545,708 P 3,739,966 Utilities 488,856 1,466,569 Contracted Services 939,555 2,818,666 Depreciation Expenses - 150,001 Employees’ Benefits 427,622 611,538 Repairs and Maintenance 76,903 686,959 Supplies and Materials 30,409 30,409 Administrative Expenses 21,708 32,562 Insurance Expenses - 111,971 Communications 95,084 95,084 Transportation 32,610 32,610 Miscellaneous/Contingencies 12,944 12,944 P2,671,399.51 P9,785,279.03

37 14 Supplementary Information required Under Revenue Regulations 15-2010

A. Value Added Tax (VAT) 1. The amount of VAT output declared during the year: Tax Base Output Tax Vatable gross receipts P - P - Zero rated sales - - Exempt sales - - P - P -

2. The amount of VAT input taxes claimed broken down as follows: 2015 Beginning of the Year P - Current years’ domestic purchases/payment for: - Domestic purchase of goods other than capital goods - Importation of goods other than capital goods - Domestic purchase of services - - Claims for tax credit/refund and other adjustments - Balance at the end of year -

B. Withholding taxes 2015 Taxes on compensation and benefits P 651,694 Creditable withholding tax 161,235 Final withholding tax - P 812,929

38 Accomplishment Reports of PSSC Member-Organizations

REGULAR MEMBERS • Linguistic Society of the Philippines 40 • Philippine Association of Social Workers, Inc. 42 • Philippines Communication Society 46 • Philippine Economic Society 48 • Philippine Geographical Society 49 • Philippine Historical Association 51 • Philippine National Historical Society, Inc. 56 • Philippine Population Association 61 • Philippine Society for Public Administration 63 • Philippine Sociological Society 67 • Philippine Statistical Association, Inc. 68 • Psychological Association of the Philippines 73 • Ugnayang Pang-AghamTao 75

39 LINGUISTIC SOCIETY OF THE PHILIPPINES

ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES

Monthly Board Meetings January 29, 2016, Xin Tian Di Restaurant, Crowne Plaza Hotel March 4, 2016, Graduate School Meeting Room, TARC, University of Santo Tomas May 20, 2016, Department of Linguistics, University of the Philippines August 2, 2016, Far Eastern University, Manila October 4, 2016, Br Andrew Bldg., De La Salle University-Manila November 8, 2016, English Department, Ateneo De Manila University December 7, 2016, Diamond Hotel, Manila, Philippines (Christmas Party)

Lectures The Bonifacio P. Sibayan Distinguished Professorial Chair in Applied Linguistics Speaker: Dr. Ma. Antoinette C. Montealegre (Philippine Normal University) Topic: “Language and Literature Teachers in the 21st Century Conversation: Inputs to Designing a 21st Century Skills-Based Language and Literature Teacher Education Program” Date: February 13, 2016 (9:00 12:00 nn) Venue: BPS Auditorium Philippine Normal University, Manila

The Danilo T. Dayag Memorial Lecture Speaker: Dr. Arceli M. Amarles (Philippine Normal University) Topic: “Multilingualism, multilingual education, and the English language: Voices of public school teachers” Date: Thursday, March 17, 2016 (10:00 12:00 nn) Venue: Br. Andrew Gonzalez Hall Rm 1703 De La Salle University, Manila

Special Lectures Speaker: Dr. Michael Tanangkingsing (National Taipei University of Technology, Taiwan) Topic: -an Constructions in Cebuano Date: June 21, 2016, 1:30-2:30pm Venue: University of the Philippines, Diliman

Speaker: Dr. Rodney Jubilado (University of Hawai`I at Hilo) Topic: Plurifactive verbs in Cebuano Date: June 21, 2016, 2:30-3:30pm Venue: University of the Philippines, Diliman

Speaker: Dr. Ahmar Mahboob (University of Sydney, Australia) Topic: What in the world is SFL and why do we need it? Date: July 15, 2016, 1:30-3:00 pm Venue: De La Salle University, Manila

40 National Conference

2016 LSP - National Conference & General Meeting April 7-9, 2016, Silliman University Theme: “Asianization of English and English Language Teaching” Conference Director: Dr. Alejandro S. Bernardo (LSP Board) Conf. Co-Director: Prof. Myla June T. Patron (Silliman University)

Invited Speakers Topics Dr. Christopher Conlan Transcribing Spoken Data: Implications for Research into Asian Formerly of Curtin University Englishes and the Development of ELT Policy in Multilingual Asian Countries Dr. Rodney C. Jubilado Foregrounding Philippine English within ASEAN English Landscape: University of Hawai`i From the Perspectives of Theoretical Linguistics and Cultural Geography Dr. Isabel Pefianco Martin The social dimension of English language testing in the Philippines Ateneo De Manila University

Prof. Juliet V. Padernal Asian Englishes Relative to Communicative Competence and Test Silliman University Construction: Bane? Boon? Dilemma? Possibilities?

Workshops Invited Speakers Topics Dr. Shirley N. Dita & Mr. Wilkinson Daniel Wong Gonzales Using corpus in linguistic research De La Salle University Dr. Alejandro S. Bernardo Teaching Philippine English University of Santo Tomas

Publications The Philippine Journal of Linguistics Volume 47 (Dec 2016 issue – this issue) was released as scheduled (Dec 2016) while Volume 46 (Dec 2015 issue) was released in early January 2016.

Future Activities The Br Andrew Gonzalez FSC Distinguished Professorial Lecture in Linguistics and Language Education Speaker: Professor Lawrence Reid (University of Hawai`I, Manoa) Topic: “Revisiting the Position of Philippine Languages in the Austronesian Family” Date: Saturday, February 18, 2017 (10:00 12:00 nn) Venue: 18/F Br. Andrew Gonzalez Hall, De La Salle University, Manila

The Danilo T. Dayag Memorial Lecture Speaker: Dr. Paulina M. Gocheco (De La Salle University) Topic: TBA Date: Friday, March 17, 2017 (10:00 12:00 nn) Venue: Br. Andrew Gonzalez Hall Rm 1403, De La Salle University, Manila

The 2017 LSP - National Conference & General Meeting Co-hosted with the Far Eastern University April 6-8, 2017, Far Eastern University, Manila

41 The 31st Pacific Asia Conference on Language, Information, & Computation (PACLIC31) Co-hosted with Computing Society of the Philippines – SIG on Natural Language Processing, University of the Philippines - Cebu, and National University November 16-18, 2017, University of the Philippines, Cebu City, Philippines

INSTITUTIONAL OR ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES Organizational Structure The following officers were elected in April 2015:

President Shirley N. Dita, De La Salle University Vice President Arwin M. Vibar, University of Asia & the Pacific Secretary Marianne Rachel G. Perfecto, Ateneo De Manila University Treasurer Camilla J. Vizconde, University of Santo Tomas Immediate Past President Rochelle Irene G. Lucas, De La Salle University Board of Directors Director of Membership Arceli M. Amarles, Philippine Normal University Director of Research and Special Projects Marlina L. Lino, Mariano Marcos State University Director of Conferences Jesus Federico C. Hernandez, University of the Philippines Director of Publications Priscilla T. Cruz, Ateneo de Manila University Director of Public Relations and Linkages Alejandro S. Bernardo, University of Santo Tomas Director of Professional Meetings Sterling M. Plata, De La Salle University Director of Training Jason T. Griffiths, SIL International

Memberships As of November 13, 2016, LSP has the following memberships: Lifetime Members: 147 Honorary Lifetime Members: 24 Institutional Members: 30 Regular Members: 66 Student Members: 75

FINANCIAL STANDING The LSP has managed to keep its finances with an ending balance of PhP254,429.14 as of year end.

PHILIPPINE ASSOCIATION OF SOCIAL WORKERS, INC.

ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT President Hon. Eva P. Ponce de Leon Vice-President Atty. Mary Inglay C. Fokno Secretary Atty. Ma. Dolores J. Nalumen Treasurer Mrs. Isabelita P. Ganub

42 Auditor Mrs. Liwayway A. Caligdong P.R.O. Dr. Hadja Bagian Aleyssa A. Abdulkarim BOARD MEMBERS Mr. Jerwin T. Navarro Ms. Madeline Gabrielle M. Doromal Mr. Hadji Puasa “Teng” Enok Prof. Anita T. Leyson Prof. Rosauro R. Luntayao

ACADEMIC AND SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES 8th National Social Science Congress June 15-17, 2016, Lyceum, Batangas Topic presented by Dr. Abdulkarim : Changes in the Dimensions of Life of Filipino Deportees from Malaysia.

5th ASEAN Social Work Consortium Conference August 23-27, 2016, LOR In Solo Hotel, Colo Central Java Indonesia

2016 China ASEAN Forum on Social Work The 2016 China-ASEAN Forum on Social Work which was held on September 9-10,2016 at Nanning Marriott, China was hosted by Ministry of Civil Affairs of the People’s Republic of China and the Peoples Government of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. This was organized by Department of Civil Affairs of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region which highlighted the theme of “Social Work and Poverty Relief” and focused on two main topics, namely, “Experience, Opportunity, Challenge and Strategy of Social Work Development” and “Mission, Role, Experience and Strategy of Social Work in Poverty Relief”. Relevant issues were discussed at the forum, including social work development policy, capacity building of social workers, roles and relationships of government and social forces in promoting social work and alleviating poverty, etc. The Ministerial/governor level officials from Ministry of Civil Affairs and the People’s Government of Guangxi of China were present during the forum. Representatives from relevant ministries of ASEAN countries and China, international agencies and academia were invited to the forum to explore strategies for promoting regional cooperation and exchange in the area of social work. From the Republic of the Philippines, Dr. Bagian Aleyssa Acmad-Abdulkarim represented the Philippine Association of Social Workers Inc. (PASWI) and Prof. Jowima Ang Reyes the National Association for Social Work Education, Inc. (NASWEI). Dr. Abdulkarim presented a paper on The Philippine Experience, Opportunity, Challenge and Strategy of Social Work Development while Prof. Jowima Ang Reyes delivered a keynote speech on the Mission, Role, Experience and Counter measures of Social Work in the Process of Poverty Relief.

PASWI Biennial Convention The 32nd PASWI Biennial Convention was held on October 19-21, 2016, Royce Hotel, Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga with the theme “Local and Global Realities: A Call for Social Work and Development Competencies” was attended by 1,074 social workers from all over the Philippines. Experts in the field of social work and education gave excellent justification to their sharing of experiences to the participants that in turn encourage them to exchange ideas in the plenary sessions. The conference was hosted by the Philippine Association of Social Workers, Inc and attended by social workers from the academe, medical setting, court setting, industrial setting, NGO’s GOs

43 and LGUs. Additional supporters include: NASWEI, PRC Board of Social Workers, Association of Medical Social Workers, Inc., Office of the Governor, Pampanga, LGU Candaba Pampanga, City Social Welfare and Development Office Malaybalay, Bukidnon, World AI Corp, PASWI Davao and Cebu City Chapters, DMCI Power Corporation, UNICEF, and Ponce Deleon Resort. There were twelve (12) paper presentation at the Biennial Convention and four (4) plenary sessions where a total of 16 research papers were presented. The following were the themes of the paper presentation and plenary sessions and paper presentations:

Plenary Sessions: • Child Protection and Social Work • R.A. 9344: The Juvenile Justice Law • The Filipino Family in Perspective • Social Work Competencies in Human Settlement and Environmental Protection

Paper Presentation: • Poverty Alleviation, Food Security, and Inclusive Sectoral Growth and Development - The Conditional Cash Transfer Program in Davao: An Assessment - Food Security : Integrating Social Work Process into a Corporate Response to Hunger Reduction - Mainstreaming PWDs for Inclusive Growth and Development - Empowerment Experienced by Selected Women Organization Members in Cotabato City • Psychosocial, Legal and Community –based Interventions for the Protection of Children and Minors - Crisis Recovery for Children, Minor and Women: Experiences during Critical Incidence - The Barangay Council for the Protection of Children: Its Implication to Social Work Practice - Real Change Should Not Hurt Our Children: Why the Minimum Age of Criminal Responsibility Should not be Lowered to Nine (9) years old. - Court Social Work in the Philippines: An Exploratory Study • Parent Overseas and their Children - Parent-Adolescent Connectedness (PAC): Overseas Filipino Workers and their Children - International Migration : Impact on the Filipino Family and Children’s education • Human Settlement and Environmental Protection during normal situations and naturally–caused disasters - Social Work Competencies in Human Settlement and Environment Settlement and Environment Protection - Community Organizing Toward Total Sanitation : A Case of Buenavista, Quezon - Intervention and Discourses of Filipino Social Workers in Assisting Disaster Affected Communities

ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND INSTITUTIONAL LINKAGES Outstanding Professional of the Year (PRC-OPY) Award for Social Work The PRC celebrates it’s 43rd Founding Anniversary where all accredited professionals meet and awarded distinguished outstanding professionals. For this year, the award of outstanding professional in the field of social work and Eric Nubla Excellence Award was given to Secretary Corazon N. Juliano-Soliman. A lifetime member of PASWI, she was a regular speaker in every activity to promote and enrich the profession of social work in many different occasions.

44 Seminar Workshop in partnership with The Japanese Coordinating Body for IFSW The Philippine Association of Social Workers, Inc., in cooperation with the Japanese Coordinating Body for the International Federation of Social Workers spearheaded the conduct of the National Seminar Workshop on Building Resiliency in the Face of Disasters on March 2-4, 2016. The seminar workshop was held at the beautiful Ponce de Leon Garden Resort, Puerto Princesa City. This worthwhile endeavor was coordinated by a team of visionaries and organizations bound by a common goal: to spread awareness about disaster risk management and develop resilience among people. The activity was attended by 309 participants from the Philippines and other IFSW- AP member countries. Participants represented different organizations including the local government units, non-government and international social development organizations. They came to share their rich experiences and learn more on working in emergency response and in providing psychosocial support. Target participants were social workers, barangay officials, other practitioners from allied professions, lecturers, researchers and decision makers. Amidst the continuing threat of disasters and the foreseeable havoc it can bring to many families and communities, the seminar workshop was deemed timely and relevant to the call of the times. The Philippines experiences major human-made and naturally-caused disasters every year, the strongest of which so far was Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) in 2013. Family survivors are still reeling from its traumatic effects as it taught them important lessons in life.

Attendance in Member-Organization/Association: – International Federation of Social Workers- various meetings were attended by Mrs. Eva P. Ponce de Leon. Last March 2016 at Bern Switzerland last March 2016 and April 2016 held at Madrid, Spain where they discussed Migration Issues of Filipinos. – Conference sponsored by UNICEF entitled “Ako Para Sa Bata” dated last Dec 2-3, 2016; – Social Welfare and Development-Learning Network quarterly meeting; – Professional Regulatory Commission (PRC) meetings and consultations on Implementing Rules and Regulations for RA4373. The Continuing Professional Development Council meetings and the signing ceremony of Council of Professional Health Associations, Inc. (COPHA); – PSSC Council Meetings – Department of Social Welfare & Development (DSWD): Sustaining Gains of CCT ADB Headquarters, Ortigas City; – MLhuillier Conference entitled “2016 Ready: Building Disasters-Resilient Communities, Makati Shangrila Grand Ballroom, Makati City.

Trainings conducted Seminar workshop: Basic Skills on Case Management April 20-22, 2016, PSSC Seminar Room

Seminar Workshop: Documentation and Recording in Case Management Sept 22-23, 2016, NORFIL Foundation, Quezon City PASWI conducted a 2-day seminar-workshop and gathered 92 participants, composed of social workers who are working in the local government, NGOs, academe and nearby cities and provinces. The resource speaker was Ms. Alicia G. Molina, a consultant at Revelation City Community Services Inc., a researcher at Institute of Family Life and Children’s Studies and a part time professor at Philippine Christian Unviersity. PASWI also invited Ms. Ofelia C. Mendoza, Program Director of Kaisahang Buhay Foundation to give her expertise in social case studies. The seminar workshop on documentation and recording in case management is grounded in the values, ethics and philosophy of the social work profession and has a vital component of the social work profession. 45 FINANCIAL STANDING PASWI has stable financial status. Much of its income was derived from convention revenues, conferences, seminars, membership fees, and interest from thrust fund. The recently concluded regional convention generated adequate income.

PHILIPPINES COMMUNICATION SOCIETY

ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES The Fifth Communication Research International Conference (CRIC) The PCS continued co-organized the two-day 5th Communication Research Conference (NCRC), this time and International Conference, with organized the Communication Research Department (CRD) of the College of Mass Communication (CMC), University of the Philippines, Diliman. This was held on September 22-23, 2016 at the Media Center of the CMC and Cine Adarna in UP. No less than Vice President Leni Robredo keynoted and graced the international event. The overarching theme was “Voices and Noices: Communication and Integration Within and Among ASEAN Communities”. The PCS Board actively participated in the conceptualization and planning of the conference. Board members also served as competition judge, abstract reviewer, moderator, session chair and master of ceremony. The conference had a staggering attendance of more than 600 local and foreign delegates from the academe and media sectors. There were 20 schools all over the country that sent their representatives to the Conference. There were also 40 representatives from non-academic organizations who were present.

Four Seminars in 2016 The PCS co-organized a series of seminars on “Opinion Polls, Surveys and Elections”. It kicked off on February 9 at the Polytechnic University at its Sta. Mesa campus. This was co- presented by the Philippine Press Institute, PUP, Nickel Asia Corporation and Marketing and Opinion Research Society of the Philippines (MORES). Speakers were Carole Ann Sarthou of MORES and Tess Bacalla with Ariel Sebellino from the Philippine Press Institute. The other three legs were conducted in Baguio City on February 10- 12 for Luzon, Iloilo City on February 17-19 for Visayas, and Cagayan de Oro City on February 24-26 for Mindanao. The series garnered more than 500 educators, students, and media practitioners. Here’s an excerpt from the concept note and program: “As another election approaches, Philippine media’s penchant to approach their stories superficially, focusing on personalities rather than on policies or issues, is evident yet again. Their starting point often seems to be: Who’s ahead or who’s behind in the campaign? Elections, as media in general cover them, are treated like sports events, pitting opponents against each other, with little regard for substantive issues. When media reports are based entirely on public opinion polls, or when they become the stories instead of being used solely to inform news reports, could something be amiss? When legitimate questions and weightier issues are conveniently swept under the rug and easily overshadowed by inanities and candidates’ hubris or mind-boggling spins, where does that leave the media and its much vaunted role in democracy?

46 These and other questions call to mind the prevailing narrative in election coverage in the Philippines . They also tend to cast doubts on media’s ability to provide coverage that serves the public interest and democratic values.”

PCS Review Journal The 2015 issue of the PCS Review was released in August 2016. The issue was edited by Dr. Margarita Acosta and featured scholarly works related to “Media, Politics and Governance” which was the theme of the journal. The 174-page journal had almost the same thickness as the last one that features more articles, including an interview and an essay. For the first time, a launch for the journal was organized at the beautiful MediaSeum of the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) on August 15, 2016. This was attended by PCS members, PIA executives, communication stalwarts and past PCS presidents, and representatives from the media. This was keynoted and graced by PIA deputy director-general Gelo Villar. The Board met before this significant event. The next issue editor is Dr. Emelyn Libunao, PIA director. The theme will revolve around “Strategic Communications in Advancing Public Policy”.

INSTITUTIONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES Regular BOT Meetings The Board continued to meet regularly to discuss Membership Campaign and Expansion, BIR registration, SEC Re-accreditation, PCS General Assembly, PCS Review, Partnerships and Annual Conference and Forum. The meetings were usually capped by bonding and team- building sessions. These were usually held at the PIA and the UP Communication Research Department in Quezon City.

PCS Networking and Collaborative Activities 1. PCS participated in the conduct of the Philippine Press Institute’s 52nd Anniversary Conference on June 22-24, 2016 at Century Park Hotel Manila at Vito Cruz. The conference director was PCS President Ariel Sebellino who is concurrent PPI executive director and trustee with PCS former President Ramon Tuazon as Industry Forum moderator and some of the members of the Board in attendance with their students. The Institute’s conference theme was “Understanding the Disputes in the West Philippine Sea”. The keynote speaker was Associate Justice Antonio Carpio. 2. PCS continues to be an active member of the Coalition to Right to Information. The PCS is also an academic partner of the PPI’s outreach program for journalism and communication students. 3. It has a continuing partnership with ABS-CBN’s Bayan Mo iPatrol Mo (BMPM) for the conduct of voters’ education seminar for the 2016 presidential elections and in the future.. Its goal is to empower the youth to make an informed decision.

ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT President Ariel Sebellino (Philippine Press Institute) Vice President Lourdes Portus, Ph.D. (UP-CMC) Secretary Ma. Margarita Acosta, Ph.D. (Miriam College) Treasurer Madeline Quiamco, Ph.D. (AIJC) Auditor Joyce Arriola (University of Santo Tomas) P.R.O. Gina Lumauig, UP CMC Alumni Association Board Members Jose Reuben Alagaran II, Ph.D., Ex-Officio (MC) Emelyn Libunao (Philippine Information Agency) Joeven Castro (Far Eastern University)

47 Ely Valendez (Philippine Press Institute) Liza Azarcon (AIJC) Christine Viray (PUP) Randy Jay Solis (UP) Ma. Rosel San Pascual (UP) Racidon Bernate (PUP)

PHILIPPINE ECONOMIC SOCIETY

ACADEMIC AND SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES PES Annual Meeting The Philippine Economic Society (PES) successfully conducted its 54th Annual Meeting on 8 November 2016 at the Novotel Hotel, Quezon City. The theme of the annual meeting, “Ramping Up Towards Philippines 2040,” takes off from Ambisyon Natin 2040, which embodies the collective aspirations of Filipinos and serves as the foundation of the 25-year development plan of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA). The annual meeting gave NEDA an opportunity to present and discuss strategies that will enable the Filipino people reach their aspirations. A broad range of issues that impact the Philippine economy was also tackled in 16 parallel sessions. Economic and financial literacy—regarded as a key strategy to empower citizens to attain their economic aspirations—was a major subtheme of the annual meeting following the passage of the Economic and Financial Literacy Act in 2016. Keynote speaker, Sen. Paolo Benigno Aquino IV, presented the rationale and salient provisions of the law. Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian, Ms. Sylvia Paraguya of the National Confederation of Cooperatives, and Mr. Randell Tiongson of the Registered Financial Planners Institute, who served as opening plenary speakers, assessed the current levels of and challenges to improving economic/financial literacy in the country. At the concluding session of the conference, the Economic and Financial Literacy Week was officially launched. This was led by House Deputy Speaker Romero Quimbo, one of the authors of the law, and PES President and NEDA Deputy Director-General Rosemarie Edillon.

Legislative Process PES was instrumental in the passage of the Economic and Financial Literacy Act of 2016. PES board members helped shape the law’s various provisions and participated in the legislative hearings. The Act names PES as the lead private sector organization in the promotion of economic and financial literacy in the country.

Publications PES co-publishes the Philippine Review of Economics (PRE) with the UP School of Economics. In 2016, PES and UPSE released Vol. 53, No. 1 (2016) of PRE.

INTERNATIONAL LINKAGES PES participated at the 12th International Conference of the Western Economic Association International (WEAI) at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore on J7-10 January 2016. It organized a session with the theme “Public Policy in the Philippines.” Speakers included

48 Dr. Lawrence Dacuycuy of De La Salle University (“Business Cycles and Welfare Costs: New Evidence for the Philippines”), Dr. Victor Abola of the University of Asia and the Pacific (Does the Expectations Hypothesis Apply to the Term Structure of PH Government Bonds?”), and Dr. Stella Luz Quimbo of the UP School of Economics (“How Do Firm Investments Respond to Corporate Income Taxation and Incentives?”). Dr. Geoffrey Ducanes of the UP School of Economics and Mr. Euben Paracuelles of Nomura Securities Co. Ltd. served as discussants. PES also attended the 41st Conference of the Federation of ASEAN Economic Associations (FAEA) in Yogyakarta, Indonesia on 23-25 November 2016. Dr. George Manzano, PES board member, represented PES at the conference.

INSTITUTIONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES PES expanded its individual and institutional memberships in 2016. The board ensured that members are kept updated on PES activities and other relevant economic events through the PES website, facebook account, and newsletter.

ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT President Rosemarie Edillon (National Economic & Development Authority) Vice President Jose Camacho Jr. (UP Los Banos) Secretary Majah-Leah Ravago (UP School of Economics) Treasurer Emilio Neri Jr. (Bank of the Philippine Islands) Members Lawrence Dacuycuy (De La Salle University) Ronald Mendoza (Asian Institute of Management) Stella Luz Quimbo (UP School of Economics) Victor Abola (University of Asia and the Pacific) George Manzano (University of Asia and the Pacific) Roehl Briones (Philippine Institute for Development Studies) Diwa Guinigundo (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas) Gil Beltran (Department of Finance)

FINANCIAL STANDING PES remains in good financial standing.

PHILIPPINE GEOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY

INSTITUTIONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL MATTERS The Philippine Geographical Society (PGS) held its 2016 Annual Assembly last December 10, 2016 and elected the following members to form part of its 2017 Board of Trustees: President Emmanuel B. Garcia Vice-President for Internal Affairs Yany P. Lopez Vice-President for External Affairs Kathy Angela Ilustre Secretary Trina G. Isorena Treasurer Darlene J. Occeña-Gutierrez Auditor Kristian Karlo Saguin P.R.O. Joseph E. Palis NCGS Coordinator Arnisson Andre Ortega

49 PGJ 2017 Editor-In-Chief* Ma. Simeona M. Martinez JPGS Representative* David Blancada * - Appointed Position

PGS has renewed its partnership with UNICEF Philippines through its Child-Centered Participatory Approach and GIS for Disaster Risk Reduction (CPAG-DRR) project. The first phase of its implementation ran from November 2015 to April 2016 and provided technical assistance on the conduct of Participatory 3-Dimensional Maps (P3DM) in 10 UNICEF beneficiary barangays. It also involved the assistance in the establishment of a GIS System to foster a child-centered DRR in 3 municipalities in Camarines Norte. The second phase of the project was initiated November 2016 and will continue until December 2017. This phase aims to develop a holistic and multi-sectoral approach to disaster risk reduction in the development of community and municipal disaster risk reduction and management practices through the creation and implementation of a Multi-Hazard Child Vulnerability Analysis and Mapping System (MHCVAMS) in five identified local government units in the country. The project is being implemented in partnership with various Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) such as the Center for Disaster Preparedness (CDP), Citizen’s Disaster Response Center (CDRC), Cordillera Disaster Response and Development Services (CordisRDS), University of the Philippines Visayas Foundation, Inc., and Tabang sa Masbate (TABI-Masbate). PGS continues to maintain its wordpress-based website (https://philippinegeographicalsociety. wordpress.com/) as the society’s main online publicity tool for promoting its activities.

ACADEMIC AND SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES For 2016, PGS was able to participate in several local and international conferences and symposia. Among them are the following:

8th National Social Science Congress (NSSC-8) PGS was an active participant in NSSC-8 as it spearheaded 2 panel discussions and conducted a training workshop in the said event. The first panel, “Community Engagements for Sustainable Futures” facilitated a discussion on the concept of ‘community engagement’ from various perspectives within Geography to identify gaps in current practices and avenues for enhanced and sustained participation. On the other hand, the second panel “Maps, Methods and the Media: Untangling the Geographies of Disasters in the Philippines” highlighted the multitude of lens one can use in the study of the concept of disaster. PGS also facilitated the training workshop entitled, “Geospatial Technologies for Spatially-Enabled Learning” which aimed to illustrate the uses of GIS in different social science research. Lastly, Ms. Ma. Simeona Martinez served as one of the plenary speakers of the conference as she presented their research (co-authored with Dr. Cynthia Zayas of the Ugnayang Pang-Agham-Tao and Dr. Amaryllis Torres of the Philippine Social Science Council) entitled, “Sustainability Now: A Prologue to the Future of Sustainability in the Philippine Social Sciences.”

5th Asian Network of GIS-based Historical Studies (ANGIS) Held December 1-3, 2016 at the Balay Kalinaw in the University of the Philippines Diliman Campus, PGS served as an active partner of the UP Department of Geography as the conference convenor for ANGIS 2016. With the theme “State of the Art in Historical G.I.S. In Asia,” this international conference served to highlight recent developments in Historical GIS vis-à-vis innovative methods in analysing and interpreting historical data that are being undertaken by both academics and practitioners in the fields of history, geography, heritage studies, spatial analysis modelling, visualization and GIS. The event was co-sponsored with the Project on GIS-

50 based Global History form Asian Perspectives and the Office of International Linkages of UP Diliman.

4th Forum on Geographical Studies (FGS-4) FGS-4 focused on the theme “Research Trajectories of Filipino Geographers,” and was held December 10, 2016 at the Palma Hall of UP Diliman. The forum involved panel discussion of several faculty members of the UP Department of Geography on the multiple sites and positions of geographic knowledge production while also reflecting on the engagements of scholars and practitioners to foster more critical Philippine geographies. FGS-4 serves as a prelude to the planned 8th National Conference on Geographical Studies (NCGS-8) in May 2017.

Publications In terms of its journal publication, PGS was able to release its 2012 issue of the Philippine Geographical Journal (PGJ) last April 2016. While the 2013 – 2016 issue of the PGJ are on the various stages of compiling, editing and lay-outing, the society’s financial standing limits it from publishing the said issues. This constraint is one of the major concerns which the 2017 Board of Trustees hopes to address soon.

PHILIPPINE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION

INSTITUTIONAL/ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES On 19 August 2016, PHA held its general assembly at Ateneo de Davao University and elected its new set of officers to serve the organization from August 2016 to August 2018. President Dr. Emmanuel F. Calairo (De La Salle University Dasmarinas) Vice President Dr. Fernando A. Santiago Jr (De La Salle University Manila) Secretary Jonathan C. Balsamo (Museo Valenzuela) Treasurer Dr. Evelyn A. Songco (University of Santo Tomas) Public Relations Officer Michael Charleston B. Chua (De La Salle University Manila) Board Members Dr. Ma. Luisa T. Camagay (UP Diliman) Dr. Estrellita T. Muhi (University of the East) Dr. Arlene D. Calara (University of Santo Tomas) James Guidangen (Kalinga Apayao State University) Gloria E. Melencio (UP Los Banos)

ACADEMIC AND SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES With the dawn of a new national administration, the Philippine Historical Association (PHA) offers a chance to look back at the history of Philippine Governance, look at some best practices and dig at the cultural and historical roots of corruption in the country to offer some lessons not just for our leaders, but for each stakeholder—the Filipino citizen. PHA organized a national gathering of historians, researchers and history/social science educators on the theme “Philippine Governance: Historical Perspectives” on August 18-20, 2016 at Ateneo de Davao University, Davao City, in line with the celebration of History Month. It was attended by 200 participants. The Conference aimed to serve as platform for reflection, interaction, and discussion of new and emerging researches and perspectives on the history of governance in the Philippines; and

51 to enhance the knowledge and skills of history/social studies educators in teaching Philippine government and political history.

Plenary Speakers Fr. Albert Alejo S.J. Keynote Speech Ateneo de Zamboanga University Dr. Zeus A. Salazar Bakit Walang Katuturan ang Katiwalian sa Sinaunang (Ret.) Professor of History, Lipunan: Ang Kinagisnang Pagbabahagi ng University of the Philippines Diliman Kaginhawahang Bayan Dr. Ma. Carmen V. Penalosa The Origins and Rise of Political Corruption in Miriam College the Philippines: Ang Kasaysayan ng Pagkawala ng Kaginhawahang Bayan, 1588-2016 Dr. Raul Roland Sebastian Pamahalaang Pilipino: Tunggalian ng Kultura at Polytechnic University of the Philippines Burukrasya Prof. Ambeth R. Ocampo Interrogating Presidential Papers: The Marcos Diaries Ateneo de Manila University Dr. Evelyn A. Songco Synthesis and Reflection: University of Santo Tomas History Educators as Advocates of Good Governance Dr. Heidi K. Gloria Why the Bangsamoro? The Historical Antecedents to the Ateneo de Davao University Muslim Problem in Mindanao Prof. Ayshia F. Kunting Muslim Mindanao: Of History, Governance and Sharia Western Mindanao State University Jonathan B. Catubig, Bangsa: A Historical and Cultural Discourse on Moro Pantukan National High School, Ethnic Polity Nationhood and Martial Culture Division of Compostela Valley

Paper Presenters Datu Mussolini S. Lidasan Diversity of Islam in Mindanao: Assertion of the Identity of Ateneo de Davao University Iranun Panditas Neil Ryan Pancho Shaping the Regional Autonomy of Southern Philippines: Ateneo de Davao University Focus on Three Documents (Original Armm Law, The Amended Armm Law, And the Bangsamoro Basic Law - BBL) Mansoor L. Limba, Phd The Rising Tide of Isis’s Influence in the Philippines: Its Impact Ateneo de Davao University Upon Intra-Faith and Interfaith Dialogues Dr. Jose Victor Torres “For a Sample, A Button is Enough”: Apolinario Mabini and the De La Salle University Creation of the Department of Foreign Affairs Adonis L. Elumbre The Vice Presidency in Philippine Political History: A University of The Philippines Preliminary Inquiry Baguio Dr. Fernando A. Santiago, Jr., The Pursuit of Social Justice in the Countryside: An Assessment De La Salle University Manila of Land Reform in the Philippines from the 1930s to the 1950s Dr. Emmanuel Franco Calairo Kamay na Bakal: Ang Paraan ng Pamumuno ni Gobernador De La Salle University-Dasmarinas Juanito Remulla sa Lalawigan ng Cavite Mula 1979 Hanggang 1995 Gloria Esguerra Melencio Mula Babaylan sa Kabisayaan Hanggang Suffragettes sa University of the Philippines Los Kamaynilaan; Pamumuno at Pamamahala ng Kababaihan Banos

52 Myfel Joseph D. Paluga, Andrea Reconstructing the Talaingod Manobo Political System and Malaya Ragragio, Marvin Doods De Governance Before their Consolidation Under The Salugpungan Castro Ta Tanu Igkanogon (1900s-1990s) University of the Philippines Mindanao Vicente Angel S. Ybiernas Ang Dynamics ng Ehekutibo at Lehislatura Bilang Framework De La Salle University-Manila ng Pambansang Pulitika sa Panahon ng Kolonyalismong Amerikano bago ang Pagtatag ng Pamahalaang Komonwelt Lawrence Charles E. Salazar Philippine Cultural Diplomacy with Socialist Countries (1969- National Commission for Culture 2009) and the Arts Atty. Lucille Karen Malilong-Isberto Government and Heritage Preservation National Commission for Culture and the Arts John Edward E. Alfonso Second Philippine Republic: Laurel’s Presidency Under the Holy Angel University Japanese Occupation Michael Charleston “Xiao” Chua The Myth of The Golden Urinola: Competence And De La Salle University Controversy In The Quirino Administration Dr. Roderick C. Javar State of the Nation: Pananalaysay sa mga Tagumpay at University of the Philippines Los Kabiguan ng Administrasyong Quezon sa mga Talambuhay Banos Anita P. Garcia Fernando Maria Guerrero (1873-1929): A Lawmaker and A University of Santo Tomas Public Servant, “The Political Sir Galahad” Luisito C Abueg An Econometric History of Philippine Trade: 1810-1899 De La Salle University Emmanuel Jeric A. Albela The Economic Programs of Philippine Third Republic (1946 - University of Santo Tomas 1972) Dr. Celestina Boncan Taxation and Public Spending In Spanish Colonial Philippines University of the Philippines Manila Miguel Antonio A. Jimenez Alejandro Lichauco’s Views on The Philippine Economy (1946- University of Santo Tomas 1992) Roman R. Sarmiento Jr II Pamomolitika: Ang Propaganda sa Gitna ng mga Kalamidad Far Eastern University noong Panahon ng Hapon sa Pilipinas (1942 – 1945) Easter Joy T. Dabuet Pagsusuri sa Pagpapatupad ng Sistemang Pang-Edukasyon sa De La Salle University Ilalim ng Kolonyal na Pamahalaan ng Amerika

Mr. Joselito M. Ebro Jr Organizing the Colonial Outpost: American Re-Establishment Xavier School of Manila’s Architecture from 1900-1906 Reynaldo T. Candido, Jr., La Traduccion Y La Gobernabilidad: Ang Tungkulin ng International School Manila Pagsasalin sa Pananakop at Pamamahala ng mga Espanyol sa Pilipinas Praksis A. Miranda Corruption During 1920’s-1930’s: Reflections on White Collar Philippine Normal University Crime Evelyn A. Miranda University of The Philippines Diliman (Retired) Dr. Arlene D. Calara Pangunahing Programang Pampolitika: Kampanya Laban Sa University of Santo Tomas Katiwalian at Korapsyon sa Ilalim ng Administrasyong Garcia

53 Ferdinand Philip F. Victoria The Opium Farming System and Bureaucratic Malaise in Late Mentari School Jakarta, Indonesia Colonial Philippines: The 1896 Iloilo Inspection Report John Ray Ramos Ang Pagtanaw sa Tanodbayan: Mga Hamon sa Pagtingin sa Far Eastern University Diliman Kasaysayan ng Ombudsman sa Pilipinas Ian Christopher B. Alfonso, Loyalty over Dynasty, Vice-Versa: A Brief History of Political National Historical Commission of Dynasty in Macabebe, Pampanga The Philippines Jonathan Balsamo Local Cultural Governance: Valenzuela Experience Museo Valenzuela James S. Guidangen Local Chief Executives of Tabuk City: Japanese Period To Kalinga State College Present

With support from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, PHA and Pangasinan State University conducted a Seminar on Teaching Philippine History and Heritage on March 11, 2016 at Pangasinan State University, Lingayen, Pangasinan. The seminar was attended by 200 students of PSU. The speakers and the titles of their lectures are the following: Jonathan Balsamo Developing a Sense of Community and History through Museo Valenzuela Community Museums Wensley Reyes Developing Critical Thinking Skills in Learning History Philippine Normal University

In celebration of the 118th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence, PHA and the PUP Department of History conducted a colloquium on “Philippine Government through the Years: From Bonifacio’s Haring Bayang Katagalugan to Rizal’s República Federal de Filipinas?” held at PUP Sta. Mesa, Manila on June 16. The event was attended by about 200 history major students and teachers from PUP and other universities in Manila, Pangasinan and Iloilo. The speakers and the titles of their lectures are the following: Pablo Trillana Rizal’s Prediction: A Federal Republic Emmanuel Calairo Bid for Independence: Genesis of the Philippine De La Salle University - Dasmarinas Government Raul Sebastian Understanding Philippine Socio-Political Realities in PUP Department of History the Post-War Era

The PHA also participated in the national general assembly of Local Historical Committees Network (LHCN) organized by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines in August in Davao City. The assembly was attended by Dr. Calairo.

International Linkage In August 2015, the first PHA international conference held at the University of Santo Tomas was warmly received by scholars, researchers, writers and teachers of history and social sciences here and abroad. At the end of the conference, the number of participants listed including the speakers and organizers spiraled to 500 delegates which is an unprecedented attendance in PHA activities. One of the reasons for this was the decision of the PHA Board to accommodate international themes so that foreign scholars could participate in the event. This international conference was attended by the officers and members of the Malaysian Historical Society (PSM) and the Society of Indonesian Historians (MSI). Prior to the conference, the PHA president drafted a memorandum of understanding to be signed by PHA, PSM and MSI with the end purpose of promoting the historical and cultural heritage of the region. The three groups met at the University of Santo Tomas and after a thorough discussion, they approved the revisions

54 and signed the document the following day. The MOU will allow Malaysians, Indonesians and Filipinos to carry out collaborative historical research activities, joint sponsorships of events, partnership in journals and other publications, cultural visits, among others. The highlight of the MOU is the creation of the International Council for Historical and Cultural Cooperation-Southeast Asia ICHCC-SEA, a consortium that is dedicated to the promotion of history and culture of Southeast Asia. This is very timely because as mentioned in the conference keynote address of Dr. Serena Diokno, chair of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, the so called ASEAN is not basically cultural but a political creation designed to unify the countries in the region. It does not directly stipulate the promotion nor highlight the shared culture of its member countries. The creation of ICHCC-SEA is a response to the challenge posed by Dr. Diokno. After the conference, the three organizations started to chart their common direction towards the promotion of history and culture in the region. This venture of the first international conference of PHA marked the first international conference of the ICHCC-SEA. Not long after the August 2015 event, the PHA was invited by the Society of Indonesian Historians (MSI) for the Second International Conference of ICHCC-SEA which was held on November 26-29, 2015 at Bukittinggi, West Sumatra, Indonesia. The gathering, titled International Seminar on History and Culture, was attended by scholars from Malaysia, Philippines and Indonesia. The Philippine delegation was represented Dr. Augusto de Viana, chair of UST Department of History. The conference was concluded with a tour of the various historical and cultural sites in West Sumatra. On August 9-10, 2016, the Malaysian Historical Society hosted the third ICHCC-SEA International Conference at Kuala Lumpur with the theme History and Culture in Pre-Colonial Malay Archipelago. The conference keynote speaker was Honourable Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Utama Dr. Rais Yatim, special adviser to the Malaysian Government on socio-cultural matters. Dr. Luis Dery, (De La Salle University-Manila), Dr. Augusto de Viana (UST) and Mr. Jonathan Balsamo (Museo Valenzuela) were among the speakers. The last day of the conference featured a tour of Putrajaya and the National Museum of the History of Malaysia. In line with all these happenings, the Directorate General of Culture, Ministry of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia and the Indonesian Historian Society (Masyarakat Sejarawan Indonesia) organized the 10th National Conference on History with the theme: “Maritime Culture and the Dynamics of Nation Life in Historical Perspectives” on November 7-10, 2016. The objective of the conference was to gather historians to discuss various national historical issues; to review and evaluate national historiography in relation to the character development of the nation, the development of the science of history and the development of the teaching of history. PHA, as an active member of ICHCC-SEA, has been invited to participate in the conference which will be held at the Grand Sahid Jakarta Hotel at Jakarta, Indonesia. This invitation clearly conveys PHA’s recognition as Indonesia’s partner in promoting history and culture in the region. Dr. Calairo and Dr Songco represented PHA in this conference.

ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND INSTITUTIONAL LINKAGES The PHA is an affiliate of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) and was also accredited as a member of the Local Historical Committees Network (LHCN). The PHA is a also member of the Executive Council of the Committee on Historical Research of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA).

Publications The editorial board of Historical Bulletin, the official journal of PHA, has finished the Volume L (2016 Issue) of the journal which includes the following peer-reviewed papers:

55 Reynaldo Ileto Historians and “Unfinished Revolution”: Trajectories of Philippine Historical Writing from the US Conquest to the Present Taufik Abdullah The Indonesian National Revolution: A Historical Reflection Ian Christopher Alfonso Revisiting the Provenance of the Very Strange 1589 Last Will and Testament of Don Fernando Malang Balagtas Mohamar Rindo Marriage Rites and Practives of Maguinaoans in Modern Society Randy Madrid Teaching History Through Heritage Walks and Food Trips Ana-Liza Ani Bojocan Paggamit ng Primaryang Batis sa Paglinang ng Pang-unawa at Interpretasyong Pangkasaysayan

FINANCIAL STANDING The PHA is financially stable and is able to support operational expenses of its board meetings which are held quarterly and as the need arises. The revenues of the PHA come principally from registration fees in the annual conference, membership dues and the sale of the Historical Bulletin. The PHA receives financial support from the NCCA and the PSSC for its annual conference. However, the PHA needs to generate funds to support expenses incurred in seminars that it holds for free such as the Pocket Lectures which are for teachers of Araling Panlipunan.

PHILIPPINE NATIONAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY, INC.

OFFICERS AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES President Bernardita R. Churchill, Ph.D., University of the Philippines (retired) Vice President for Mindanao and Sulu Calbi A. Asain, Mindanao State University – Jolo, Sulu Vice Presidents for Northern Luzon Ma. Nela B. Florendo, University of the Philippines Baguio Digna B. Apilado, University of the Philippines Vice Presidents for Southern Luzon and the Visayas Lorelei D.C. de Viana, Far Eastern University Mary Jane Louise A. Bolunia, National Museum Secretary Marcelino M. Macapinlac, Jr., St. Scholastica’s College Manila Treasurer Pacita S. Carluen, Xavier School Board Members Manuel R. Zamora, Jr., Colegio de San Juan de Letran Christian Paul G. Ramos, Polytechnic University of the Philippines Marco Stefan B. Lagman, University of the Philippines Diliman Advisory Council Ma. Eloisa P. de Castro, University of Santo Tomas Domingo M. Non, Professor Retired, Mindanao State University, General Santos City Rolando S. Delagoza, CM, President Emeritus Adamson University, Vincentian School of Theology

56 George Emmanuel R. Borrinaga, on study leave, University of Hull Leslie E. Bauzon, PNHS President Emeritus, University of the Philippines

37th National Conference on Local and National History Almont Inland Resort Hotel, Butuan City, October 20-22, 2016, co-sponsored by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts – Committee on Historical Research, the City Government of Butuan headed by Mayor Ronnie Vicente C. Lagnada, Butuan City Heritage Society headed by President Greg Hontiveros, and the Philippine Social Science Council, with the endorsement of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). The Philippine National Historical Society is the oldest historical organization in the country, founded in 1941 by some of the prominent historians of the time. It is the foremost proponent of local history in the Philippines, which became the thrust of PNHS Conferences in 1978, under the leaderships of Marcelino Foronda and Leslie E. Bauzon during their presidencies. In attendance at the 37th National Conference on Local and National History heled in Butuan City, Agusan del Norte, Mindanao, over 200 conference participants from all over the Philippines. “Mindanao History in the Context of National History” was the conference theme. This year’s Butuan conference celebrated the 75th founding anniversary of PNHS. The following papers on national and local history and related disciplines were presented: Philippine Epics and Oral History A Digitized Archive on the Web Philippine Epics Nicole Revel, Centre National de la Recherche and Oral History: A Digitized Archive on the Scientifique (CNRS); Musée National d’Histioire Web Naturelle (MNHN) Paris]; Why Tausug Go on Parrang Sabil? Based on the Talib L. Sangogot and Hja. Ma’saat P. Sangogot, Analysis of Four Kissa, Sung Narratives Linked to DepEd Tawi-Tawi (Retired) Reality Nature’s Presences and Their Incarnations in Jose S. Buenconsejo, University of the Philippines Music: An Inquiry into the Repertory of Lip- Diliman Valley Flute in Mindanao Philippines The Joint Filipino-Japanese Collaborative Study Leslie E. Bauzon, National Research Council of the on the Human Skeletal Remains from Escalon Philippines (NRCP) and Fernando A. Almeda, Jr., Cave, Surigao Surigaonon Heritage Studies and Research Center Foundation Hindu-Buddhist Cultural Influences Based on Greg Hontiveros, Butuan City Heritage Society Tangible Finds in Caraga Region The Beads, The Boats, The Bowls of Butuan: Mary Jane Louise B. Bolunia, National Museum Studying Old Things to Generate New Knowledge Jawi Documents in Mindanao: Their Significance Mansoor L. Limba, Ateneo de Davao University in Shaping National Muslim Narrative The Meranao Manuscripts: Their Contents and Labi Hadji Sarip Riwarung, Mindanao State Characteristics University Marawi Trade and Politics in Mindanao-Sulu, Moluccas, Heidi K. Gloria, Ateneo de Davao University and Bornay, 14th-16th Centuries “Rich and Beautiful, but Deadly”- Esteban John Crossley, Monash University, Australia Rodriguez de Figueroa and his Quest for Mindanao Scrutinizing Science and Philanthropy: Ma. Eloisa P. de Castro, University of Santo Tomas Appreciating Little-Known Spanish Expeditions to the Philippines, 1789-1813

57 The Limasawa Pot: A Bakalág (Human Sacrifice) Rolando O. Borrinaga, University of the Ritual Artifact Philippines Manila in Palo, Leyte Kopyan Da Iyawe: Revisiting Traditional Healing Michael G. Layugan, SVD, Divine Word Seminary, Ritual Practices of the Kalingas in the Cordillera Tagaytay Region Altering the Colonial Agricultural Landscape Marco Stefan B. Lagman and Keith Gerard L. – One Plant, One Animal at a Time: Flora and Daguio, University of the Philippines Diliman Fauna Introductions and Improvements of the Bureau of Agriculture, 1903-1915 The Visayas: Islands in the Seas, A Historical Earl Jude Paul L. Cleope, Silliman University Perspective (Series 7) A Survey of Mindanaoan Writers and Writings Calbi A. Asain, Mindanao State University Sulu Rizal, Civic Virtue, and Active Citizenship Clement C. Camposano, University of Asia and the Pacific

PNHS Publication Launched at the 2016 PNHS Conference • The Journal of History LXII (January-December 2016). Dr. Bernardita Reyes Churchill is issue editor. The journal is published online at and can be accessed at http:// ejournals.ph/index.php?journal=TJH • PNHS Newsletter, Volume17, October 2016 (36 pages)

PNHS Forum Series in History, Historiography and Philippine Studies • PNHS Forum # 41 (Series 2016) - Headhunting William Jones (2016), Collis H. Davis, Jr. (Producer, writer, director, videographer, editor), Violeta P. Huges (Associate producer, translater, and researcher). December 10, 2016, UP Village, Diliman, Quezon City. This 95-min documentary video is a character study of a Native American anthropologist researching the Ilongot (now known as Bugkalot) in the US Colonial Philippines, 1907- 1909.

INSTITUTIONAL LINKAGES The Philippine National Historical Society, through its Board of Trustees, is linked with the following institutions: National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) – Committee on Historical Reseach (NCCA-CHR): Henry Stephen S. Totanes, PNHS Lifetime Member, serves as PNHS Representative to the NCCA-Committee on Historical Research (NCCA-CHR). The following PNHS Lifetime Members were elected to serve in the NCCA-CHR as Regional Representatives for the term 2017-2020: Prof. Ma. Nela B. Florendo, Ph. D. (UP Baguio) representing Luzon; Prof. Earl Jude Paul L. Cleope, Ph.D., representing Silliman University, and serves as CHR Vice-Head; and Prof. Rolando O. Borrinaga, Ph.D. (UP Manila Health Sciences at Palo, Leyte) representing the Visayas; Labi Hadji Sarip Riwarung (MSU-Marawi), representing Mindanao and Sulu. Manila Studies Association (MSA) – The PNHS President also served as President of the Manila Studies Association (formally established in 1989) until December 31, 2016. Effective January 1, 2017, the PNHS President has been designated MSA President Emeritus. The PNHS works very closely with the Manila Studies Association and some PNHS Board Members also serve in the MSA Board. Because of funding constraints in 2016, due to the time it took to get accreditation from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) – a new requirement for CSO (Civil Society Organizations receiving government funding – NCCA funding was released after the MSA Conference. PNHS, which is in better financial standing, provided partial funding support for the MSA Conference.

58 The MSA held its 25thAnnual Manila Studies Conference on August 30-31, 2016 at the ICAM Room, National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), General Luna Street, Intramuros, Manila, with Dr. Lorelei DC de Viana, MSA Incoming President and Dean of the Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts of the Far Eastern University, serving as co-convener. The conference opened with messages from the NCCA Chair Felipe M. de Leon, Jr. and MSA President Bernardita R. Churchill, and the opening of the exhibit Images From the Past: A Pictorial Essay of Philippine History and Heritage, which lasted until September 3, 2016. The exhibit, which was held at the NCCA Gallery, included vintage Philippine photographs from the late 19th and early 20th century from the collection of the MSA President. Included also were photographs of the Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands (CCPI), courtesy of Jose Luis U. Yulo, Jr., CCPI President. The following papers were presented: An Interpretation of the Boxer Codex Jorge Mojarro, Instituto Cervantes The Culinary Annotations of Fr. Manuel Blanco, Felice Prudente Sta. Maria, independent non- OSA, ‘In Flora de Filipinas’ fiction author and food historian Archives and Archaeology: Digging Deep into Katherine Ann B. Manalo and Grace Barretto- the Foundation of La Ignaciana Apostolic Center Tesoro, University of the Philippines Diliman in Sta. Ana, Manila Felipe Padilla de Leon Sr. (1912-1992): The Man, Renato B. Lucas, University of Santo Tomas the Musician, and His Philosophy Native Resistance and Collaboration in the Danilo M. Gerona, independent historian Transformation of Post-Conquest 16th-Century Manila The Architectural Heritage of Manila Project, Erik Akpedonu, Ateneo de Manila University 1571-1961 Metamorphosis: Restoring the Metropolitan Gerard Rey Lico, University of the Philippines Theater in the Urban Imagination and Collective Memory Architectural Styles of Churches and Demetrio C. Alcaraz Jr., University of Santo Ecclesiastical Facilities of the Dominican Order: Tomas Santo Domingo Today Selling the Drama: Music and Identity in the Isidora Miranda, University of Wisconsin – Popular Zarzuelas of Severino Reyes circa 1906 Madison Himno Nacional: Musical Borrowing in Early Ma. Edelquinn Lueleen Sy-Beltran, University of 20th-Century Philippines the Philippines Diliman Refuge in the Philippines: The White Russian Mae G. Kwan, University of Santo Tomas Refugees in Tubabao Island (1949-1953) Pageantry and Identity: Body, Beauty and Ferdinand M. Lopez, University of Santo Tomas Technology in Ms. Gay Philippines Five Prettiest

There were two guest speakers at the Conference: Jose Luis U. Yulo, Jr. (CCPI President) – History Builds the Future: The Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, and Benito J. Legarda, Jr. (economist and historian) – Growing Up in Sampaloc. Launched on August 31, 2016 were Manila 2016 – Selected Papers of the 24th Annual Manila Studies Conference De La Salle University-College of St. Benilde, August. 27-28, 2015, with Marya Svetlana T. Camacho as Issue Editor and Bernardita Reyes Churchill as Executive editor, and The Face of Peace and War: A Doctor’s Story of Bataan Days and Before (1936-1942) by Martin R. Gaerlan (Quezon City: Central Book Supply, 2016). National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) – The PNHS is an accredited member of the NHCP Local Historical Committees Network. PNHS Vice President for

59 Mindanao and Sulu, Prof. Calbi A. Asain, attended the 4th LHCN General Assembly in Davao City last August 22-23, 2016 at the Waterfront Insular Hotel in Davao City. Commission on Higher Education (CHED) - Technical Committee for History (TCH) – The PNHS President serves as Chair of the CHED Technical Committee on History until December 2016. As a Member of the CHED Technical Panel for Social Sciences and Communication, the TCH Chair has been involved in working on the educational reforms as envisioned in the K to 12 Program of the Department of Education, as well as in the revisions of undergraduate and graduate programs in history into Outcomes Based Education Programs (OBE). Philippine Studies Association (PSA) – The PNHS President currently serves as PSA President, re-elected as President on November 14, 2014 at the Philippine Studies Conference held at the National Museum, Manila. The PSA President, effective in October 2012, has chaired the International Council for Philippine Studies Conferences (ICOPHIL), the international body which has convened both the ICOPHIL and EUROPHIL Conferences. The 10th ICOPHIL Conference was convened on July 6-8, 2016, at Silliman University, with the PSSC serving as Conference Secretariat. The 11th ICOPHIL Conference will be convened by the PSA President in Alicante, Spain in 2020, in her capacity as Chair of ICOPHIL International. Philippine Studies Group (PSG), Association for Asian Studies (AAS), USA – The PNHS President serves as a Member of the Board of PSG Advisory Council as well the PSG Travel Grants Committee.

PNHS FINANCIAL STANDING The overall financial standing of the Philippine National Historical Society is quite good and it has been able to carry out various activities in 2016 – the 37th National Conference, publication of the Journal of History and the PNHS Newsletter, PNHS Forum 41 (Series 2016), and regular Board of Trustees Meetings, drawing from savings accumulated through the years as well as other funding sources. Membership fees as well as the sale of publications have been major and regular sources of income for PNHS. PNHS is also fortunate in that it has been able to tap funding sources from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts-Committee on Historical Research (NCCA-CHR), academic institutions and government agencies which have served as hosts for the PNHS Annual Conferences and the regular conference grant from PSSC, being a member of good standing for many years now. The 38th National Conference on Local and National History will be convened at Lyceum University of Aparri, Cagayan, in Northern Luzon, on October 19-21, 2017 The Philippine National Historical Society took its turn to sit in the PSSC Board of Trustees from March 2016, the term to extend to March 2018. Effective in January 2017, Asst. Prof. Marcelino M. Macapinlac, Jr. will sit as the PNHS Regular Representative in the PNHS Board. Asst. Prof. Marco Stefan B. Lagman will sit as PNHS Alternate Representative.

PHILIPPINE POLITICAL SCIENCE ASSOCIATION

ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES The Philippine Political Science Journal (PPSJ), the ISI-listed journal of the association, continues to be co-published with Routledge, a division of Taylor and Francis. For 2015 (Volume 36), the two regular issues were published both online and in print in accordance to the

60 partnership arrangement between PPSA and Routledge. But since 2016, PPSJ is now publishing three issues annually. In the 2016 volume (Volume 37), the articles, with their respective authors and the issues on which they were published, are the following:

Title Author(s) Issue Social media and civic engagement during calamities: the Cheryll Ruth Soriano, Ma. Divina 1 case of Twitter use during typhoon Yolanda Gracia Roldan, Charibeth Cheng & Nathaniel Oco Developing a measure of legislative professionalism for Jong Bin Yoon & Hoi Ok Jeong 1 local assemblies in South Korea Frame alignments between the press and political actors: Maria Celine Anastasia P. Socrates 1 the Corona impeachment trial Predicting vote choice for celebrity and political dynasty Clarissa C. David & Ma. Rosel S. 2 candidates in Philippine national elections San Pascual Post-Haiyan adaptation and institutional barriers to Ladylyn Lim Mangada 2 women survivors in Tacloban Political leadership and education politics: the mayor and Jan Robert R. Go 2 education services in Nasugbu, Batangas Guardians reinvented: the Philippine army’s non- Rosalie Arcala Hall 2 traditional engagements in Panay island, Philippines The relationship between IRA and local government Tristan Canare 3 expenditures: evidence from a cross-section of Philippine cities The erosion of the political dominance of an entrenched Raymund John P. Rosuelo 3 political clan: the case of the Felix political clan of Cainta, Rizal “The greatest workers of the world”: Philippine labor out- Oscar Tantoco Serquiña Jr 3 migration and the politics of labeling in Gloria Macapagal- Arroyo’s presidential rhetoric The Philippines in 2015: the calm before the political storm Julio C. Teehankee 3

INSTITUTIONAL OR ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES 2016 PPSA International Conference The 2016 PPSA International Conference was held on 21-22 April 2016 at the La Piazza Hotel and Convention Center in Legazpi City with Bicol University as co-sponsor. The theme of the conference is Governance and the Politics of Change, in recognition of the proximity of the conference to three important events in the Philippines. First is the 30th anniversary of the People Power Revolution that toppled the Marcos dictatorship, recognizing the fact that democracy remains fragile due to due to weak institutions and ineffective policies on social redistribution of wealth and power. The second is the upcoming 2016 Philippine General Elections, where the need is made apparent to scrutinize the governance platforms offered to address the issues of the country, especially because the quality of governance do affect the development of the country. Lastly is the 2015 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit in Manila, which highlights the transcendence of these issues beyond geopolitical borders. The 2016 PPSA International Conference intended to provide a forum for a well-informed discussion and debate on the theoretical and practical issues of governance and political change here and abroad. As a result, these discussions elucidated on the complexity of the problems and challenges faced by everyone in collectively governing and reforming the country and the world.

61 The Keynote Speaker of the event was Prof. Piet Kommers of the University of Twente, The Netherlands. The 2016 PPSA Conference was also given endorsement by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) of the Republic of the Philippines. There was a plenary panel in the 2016 Conference, titled Governance and the Politics of Education Reform, sponsored by the Australian Embassy – The Asia Foundation Partnership in the Philippines. There were also six concurrent sessions and each had four to five panels. A project announcement was given by Emmanuel C. Lallana of IdeaCorp in the afternoon of 22 April regarding “Wiki on Authoritarian Rule in the Philippines.”

8th National Social Science Congress The PPSA participated in the 8th National Social Science Congress held at the Lyceum of the Philippines University - Batangas on 15-17 June 2016 with the theme “Inclusive Governance: Gateways to Sustainable Futures”. In a PPSA-organized panel entitled “Adaptive Collaborative Governance: Lessons and Insights from Academic Engagements with Water Institutions/Stakeholders in Three Philippine Watersheds,” which was chaired by Dr. Rosalie Arcala-Hall of UP Visayas, three case studies of adaptive collaborative water governance were presented. Dr. Corazon L. Abansi of UP Baguio presented the case of Sagudin-Balili Watershed in the Cordillera Highlands, Dr. Myra E. David of UP Los Baños presented the case of the Sta. Cruz Watershed in Laguna, and Dr. Joy C. Lizada of UP Visayas presented the case of the Tigum-Aganan Watershed in Iloilo. The presentations were followed by an open forum and a discussion led by Dr. Francisco Magno, PPSA President and Executive Director of the DLSU Jesse M. Robredo Institute of Governance.

Book Launch of Chasing the Wind (Second Edition) The second edition of Chasing the Wind: Assessing Philippine Democracy was launched last December 14, 2016 at the Philippine Social Science Center Auditorium. With the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) serving as co-sponsors of the book, the Hon. Jose Luis Martin Gascon, Chairperson of the CHR, and Mr. Titon Mitra, Country Director of UNDP Philippines, also gave messages during the program. The PPSA contributed to the preparatory work of the said book launch by inviting its members to attend the event as well as prioritizing the invitation of members living or working in the Metro Manila area. Dr. Francisco A. Magno, PPSA President and Executive Director of the DLSU Jesse M. Robredo Institute of Governance, also gave a book review during the program proper. The book launch ended with an open forum, followed by the distribution and signing of complimentary copies for the attendees. The contributors to this new edition are: Rene B. Azurin, Maria Cecilia Gastardo-Conaco, Ronald D. Holmes, Felipe B. Miranda, Temario C. Rivera, Malaya C. Ronas, Luis V. Teodoro, and Bobby M. Tuazon.

FINANCIAL STANDING The Association is in good financial status, having assets of around Php 2.38 Million, with no liabilities.

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ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES

PPA Annual Scientific Conference The Philippine Population Association held its Annual Scientific Conference in One Vittoria Hotel, Bantay, Ilocos Sur on 3-5 February 2016 with the theme: “Transcending Demographic Trends: Gearing Up Toward an Aging Population”. Nearly one hundred forty (140) participants from various sectors including local and international academic institutions, national and regional government agencies, and non-government organizations attended the conference. The first day of the conference (February 3) featured three workshops: Basic Demographic Concepts by Dr. Grace Cruz and Ms. C. Joy Cruz of the UP Population Institute, Introduction to SPSS, and Analyzing Qualitative Data using Atlas.ti by Dr. Florio Arguillas, Jr. of the Cornell Institute for Social and Economic Research (CISER) and Dr. Marie Joy Arguillas of the Department of Sociology, College of Social Sciences and Philosophy, University of the Philippines Diliman. Co-sponsored by the University of Northern Philippines (UNP) through the Department of Social Sciences and Philosophy and the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management, said workshops were held in the Tadena Hall, Administration Bldg., UNP campus. Dr. Gilbert Arce, President of UNP, formally and warmly welcomed, to this Vigan-based University, around 110 workshop participants, mostly composed of UNP faculty, representatives from the regional offices of the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) and Commission on Population (POPCOM), and local population officers. On the next two days of the conference (February 4-5) were held the highlights of the scientific conference – the plenary, parallel, and poster presentations. Dr. Judith Rafaelita Borja, PPA President, delivered her welcome address, wherein she introduced the theme of the conference and welcomed the different organizational and individual participants. This was followed by the keynote speech by Undersecretary Florita Villar of the Policy and Planning Division, Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). Her keynote speech focused on the national and global aging situation, aging as a challenge to our institutions, and the importance and relevance of population research on policies and programs related to aging. The plenary session titled Transcending Demographic Trends: Gearing Up Toward an Aging Population was held in the morning of February 4. This session featured the following presentations: “Population Change, Economic Opportunities, the Economic Life Cycle and the Elderly: Regional Analysis” by Dr. Juan Antonio Perez III, Executive Director of POPCOM; “Multidimensional Aspects of Healthy Aging” by Dr. Linda Adair, Professor of Nutrition at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; and “Dementia Care Services and Workforce in the Philippines” by Dr. Shelley de la Vega, Director of the Institute of Aging, National Institute of Health-UP Manila. Dr. Vicente Jurlano, National Programme Officer at the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), moderated the session and opened the floor for questions from the audience. The 2016 PPA Annual Scientific conference included a total of 42 papers on various topics grouped thematically into thirteen (13) parallel panel sessions. Each panel session ran for about one and a half hours divided into two phases. The first phase is the paper presentation by authors of selected papers while the second phase is devoted to the open forum. Most of the sessions had 2 to 4 paper presentations, attended by about 40 conference participants each. It is worth noting that the audience in all sessions actively participated during the Q&A.

63 2016 Conference Sponsors The 2016 PPA Annual Scientific Conference would not have been successful without the team of PPA members from the UP Population Institute (UPPI) and Demographic Research and Development Foundation (DRDF) who offered their services voluntarily. This year’s scientific committee was chaired by Dr. Marie Joy Arguillas, Vice President of the PPA, along with Dr. Grace Cruz and Ms. Christian Joy Cruz as members of the committee. This year’s sole Exhibitor who participated in the conference was DKT Philippines, distributor of family planning supplies and products. The conference received financial support from the following organizations: Commission on Population (POPCOM), United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD), University of the Philippines Population Institute (UPPI) and Demographic Research and Development Foundation (DRDF), USC- Office of Population Studies Foundation (OPS-USC), University of Northern Philippines (UNP), Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC), and Philippine Center for Population and Development (PCPD).

Philippine Population Review (PPR) The PPR has elected a new set of Editorial Board members for 2015-17. This roster of distinguished local and international academicians takes on an advisory role to the PPR Editorial staff. The new members are: Magdalena C. Cabaraban, PhD, Research Institute for Mindanao Culture, Xavier University John B. Casterline, PhD, Institute for Population Research, Ohio State University Josefina N. Natividad, ScD, University of the Philippines Population Institute Nimfa B. Ogena, PhD, University of the Philippines Population Institute Yasuhiko Saito, PhD, University Research Center, Nihon University Lindy B. Williams, PhD, Department of Development Sociology, Cornell University

During the term of Dr. Judith Rafaelita Borja as editor, PPA released PPR Volume 13.

INSTITUTIONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES • The election of the Board of Trustees (BoT) was held on the first day of the conference. Six (6) BoT members were elected as trustees: Dr. Grace Cruz, Dr. Joy Arguillas, and Ms. Alice Lim as members-at-large; Dr. Antonio Tamayao as the Northern Luzon area representative; Mr. Sonny Agustin Bechayda as the Visayas area representative; and Dr. Magdalena Cabaraban as the Mindanao area representative. Two (2) institutional members were also elected, the University of the Philippines Population Institute (UPPI) and the POPCOM. A short BoT meeting took place after to decide the Executive Committee for 2015. The new officers for 2016 are: Dr. Joy Arguillas (President), Mr. Sonny Bechayda (Vice-President), Ms. Myrna Clara Asuncion (Secretary), and the UPPI representative (Treasurer). • Fellowship grant for a student currently at the UPPI MA Demography (MADEM) program. • The UNFPA has awarded the PPA a grant establishing the Mercedes B. Concepcion (MBC) Grant for Population Research. This research grant aims to encourage and support graduate students and young researchers to conduct research on key UNFPA programme areas which are Reproductive Health and Rights, Population and Development, and Gender Equality. Funding for the three (3) MBC grantees have been partially released in 2016. • The PPA currently has 299 members and we have received a good number of applications pending approval by the BoT.

64 FINANCIAL STANDING The organization remains financially stable but while it is able to support its financial requirement with regard to its day-to-day expenses, it needs to generate funds to support its activities through registration fees, membership fees and grants. The PPA is grateful for the financial support to the conference given by the organizations mentioned earlier.

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ANNUAL CONFERENCES CONDUCTED The PSPA International Conference, November 3-5, 2016, Hotel Benilde, Manila City. The Philippine Society for Public Administration (PSPA) in cooperation with its partner institutions, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the College of Saint Benilde, the National College of Public Administration and Governance (NCPAG), the Center for local and Regional Governance of NCPAG, other partner institutions held the International Conference on “Deepening The Discourse on Development, Democratization, and Decentralization: Towards Responsive Politico-Administrative Systems and Institutions” on November 3-5, 2016 at Hotel Benilde, Taft, Manila A joint initiative of the PSPA, the UNDP, the Commission on Human Rights and other partner institutions such as the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA), the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the Department of Budget and Management of the Republic of the Philippines, the 3-D Project is conceived as a Policy Forum which seeks, among others, to undertake a rapid assessment of the state of decentralization and democracy in the Philippines and in other countries, and how these have supported or are supporting the ends of development. Officially launched during the 2015 PSPA International Conference in Vigan, Ilocos Sur last July 2-4, 2015, the Project engenders the sponsorship and holding of a series of geographical and sectoral consultations, meetings and focused group discussions designed, among others, to: 1) review and enhance decentralization and democratization policies and implementation for improved service access and delivery, and citizens’ rights and participation; and, 2) revisit institutional roles, relationships, capacities and accountabilities in promoting local democracy and good governance of national agencies and oversight bodies, civil society organizations, faith-based groups, academic institutions, local government units and local communities, as well as political parties.

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES ATTENDED The PSPA also endeavored to pursue and strengthen networking and linkages with Public Administration associations in Asia following its participation in Conferences in 2014 and 2015 which included establishing Memoranda of Understanding and Cooperation with various public administration associations. The PSPA also participated and was represented in the Asian Association for Public Administration (AAPA) 2016 Annual International Conference, Burapha University, Bangsaen, Chonburi Province, Thailand, February 19-20, 2016 on “Public Administration and Sustainable Development Goals: New Agenda and Major Challenges.” Sub-Theme: Local Governance, Government and Administration.”

65 The PSPA has also served as co-organizer of the “4th International Conference on Magsaysay Awardees: Good Governance and Transformative Leadership in Asia” of the College of Politics and Governance (COPAG), Mahasarakham University, Thailand, May 31, 2016. Governance (COPAG) of Mahasarakham University.

LOCAL CONFERENCE/S ATTENDED The PSPA as a member of the Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC) organized a panel session for the 8th National Social Science Congress held in Lyceum of the Philippines University Batangas, last June 2016 15-17, 2016. The panel was composed of Dr. Alex B. Brillantes, Jr., Dr. Danilo DLR Reyes and Dr. Lizan E. Perante-Calina who gave their assessments on the state of local governance reforms in the Philippines.

RECENT MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH AN INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION ASSOCIATION A Memorandum of Understanding was entered into between the PSPA and the Taiwan Public Governance Research Center represented by Dr. Tsai-Tsu Su who is also the President of the Taiwan Society for Public Administration last July 2015 Vigan Conference. The Philippine Society for Public Administration led by Dr. Alex B. Brillantes, Jr. entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Indonesian Association for Public Administration headed by Dr. Eko Prasojo towards mutual cooperation and partnership in Tokyo, Japan. The PSPA has also entered into agreements for cooperation with the Korean Association for Public Administration (KAPA) and the Public Administration Association of Thailand.

INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION A Research Agreement was entered into between National Graduate Institute of Policy Studies (GRIPS) and Philippine Society for Public Administration (PSPA) last 2013, which was concluded in 2015. The GRIPS has been commissioned by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to conduct a study titled, “Research Project on Leadership and Management Development in Asian Countries.” As part of the on-going collaboration of the two institutions, a group of young scholars were sent to Tokyo, Japan for the NONAKA Seminar Program on Leadership and Knowledge-Based Management. These include Dr. Lizan E. Perante-Calina (PSPA), Prof. Zita Calugay (UP-NCPAG), Mr. Dennis Villasenor (DILG), Dr. Joan Carinugan (ISU) while Prof. Gary Ador Dionisio (College of Saint Benilde) and Ms. Blaise Regalado (CHED) will still undergo the training program in December 2016. The PSPA has further strengthened its ties with the Graduate School of Public Administration, National Institute of Development Administration (GSPA-NIDA) and with other universities in Thailand. In December 2015, Dr. Lizan E. Perante-Calina received a grant from the GSPA- NIDA for a five-day workshop on the “The Role of Public Policy in Private Sector Development” covering the period of February 1-5, 2016. The workshop was in collaboration with the Leadership Academy for Development (LAD), Stanford University. The PSPA is also negotiating possible partnerships with Malaysia and New Zealand Universities, particularly on publication matters.

ELECTION OF NEW OFFICERS AND APPOINTMENT OF PSPA SECRETARIAT With the secondment of Dr. Alex B. Brillantes, Jr. as Commissioner of the Commission on Higher Education, Dr. Danilo DLR Reyes was elected as President of the PSPA last October 11, 2014 along with the election of Dean Ederson Tapia to the position of Treasurer. During the Cebu Conference last November, 2015, four new members of the Board of Directors were elected during the PSPA General Assembly meeting as members of the PSPA

66 Board of Directors: Dr. Lizan E. Perante-Calina, House of Representatives; Dean Fe Mendoza of the UP NCPAG; Dr. Joan Carinugan of Isabela State University and Prof Mark Lemuel Garcia of Butuan State University. The other members of the Board are: Dr. Alex B. Brillantes, Jr. (UPNCPAG, currently seconded to the Commission on Higher Education as Commissioner); Dr. Cristina R. Salvosa, Nueva Vizcaya State University; Dr. Malu C. Barcellano, Ateneo de Naga; Dr. Alfredo Derecho, Southwestern University, Cebu; Dr. Ferdinand J. Lamarca, University of Northern Philippines; Dr. Sukarno D. Tanggol, Mindanao State University; Prof. Ederson de los Trino Tapia, University of Makati; Dr. Roselle Ranario, Cebu Normal University; Dr. Ederlina M. Fernandez, Western Mindanao State University; and Dr. Danilo de la Rosa Reyes, U.P. NCPAG.

INNOVATIONS AND OTHER ACTIVITIES • Rapid Field Appraisal (RFA) of the Local Government Code of 1991. The RFA project was launched in the Vigan Conference and had the following objectives: – To determine the status of selected aspects of 3Ds (Decentralization, Democratization and Development in the Philippines). – Essentially, it is assumed that decentralization provides an enabling (and a powerful) framework for citizen participation in governance which is a key feature of democratization. Both decentralization and democratization, if effectively enforced, will lead to address poverty and inequality towards sustainable development As such, the 2015 Rapid Field Appraisal inquired into the local context with particular emphasis on the developmental trends and patterns in each region: in terms of poverty (economics), inequality (political, social, gender), and vulnerabilities (disasters, climate change, and destruction of natural resources), political economy, vulnerable sectors: indigenous peoples, fisherfolk, farmers, migrant workers, urban poor, and women and youth. Sixteen regions were included in the RFA Study which mobilized academics and professionals from each region. The RFA Report is currently being finalized and selected reports are now included for included for presentation in the 2016 PSPA International Conference, Nov. 6, 2016 at Hotel Benilde, Malate, Manila. • Local Multi-Stakeholder Dialogues on Extractive Industries (EI) and Peoples’ Rights to Land and Natural Resources were initiated. In the Philippines, there are concerns that, despite its promises of ‘development’, large-scale EIs have done little to improve the real lives of the citizens. In many cases EIs allegedly have contributed to serious adverse consequences, particularly the marginalized sectors who live on and around the lands affected. This tendency is especially strong when they are introduced into situations with already weak governance systems, pre-existing ethnic-social tensions, corruption, inequitable political representation and culture of impunity. Risks and adverse impacts include: evictions from customary lands, environmental degradation, breakdown of socio-cultural structures, decline of food security, traditional livelihoods and non-EI sector local economies leading to increased poverty and income inequality, violent conflicts, intra- community divisions, and militarization. In this context, UNDP together with the Center for Leadership, Communication and Governance (CLCG) in partnership with the PSPA, Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) and LILAK organized a series of local dialogues in selected areas with on-going critical EI cases. Each local dialogue involved at least 50 to 60 participants from community / peoples organizations, civil society, local government, national government agencies and the academia. The consultations provided an opportunity for multi- stakeholder discussions on challenges, experiences, opportunities, and practical solutions to protect marginalized sectors’ rights to land and natural resources with a particular focus on issues surrounding EIs.

67 • Philippine Governance Digest – a quarterly magazine on public administration. The Philippine Society for Public Administration (PSPA) in cooperation with the Center for Leadership Communication and Governance (CLCGi) came up with a publication of the first Public Administration magazine in the Philippines, the Philippine Governance Digest. The Philippine Governance Digest features various articles on good governance and other aspects of public administration. It is released quarterly to reach as many of its target audience as possible, which include local government officials and employees, national civil servants, the academe (professors and students alike), businesses, civil society groups, international partners, and the general public. • Research Partnership with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and National Graduate Institute of Policy Studies. The PSPA through Dr. Alex B. Brillantes, Jr. is part of the continuing “Research Project on Leadership and Management Development in Asian Countries”, which focuses on leadership and management in national and local governments, and civil society. Three leading case studies were identified: Co-Creating the NSO Serbilis Centers: The Silent Heroes of the NSO by Magdalena Mendoza; Belmonte and Quezon City: NONAKAs SECI Framework Applied in Local Governance by Dr. Eduardo T. Gonzalez and Zita Concepcion Calugay; and Antonio Meloto: Empowering the Filipino Poor Toward Sustainable and Innovative Communities by Dr. Alex B. Brillantes, Jr. and Lizan E. Perante- Calina. The case writers underwent a series of workshop on Leadership and Management Development in Asian Countries conducted by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and National Graduate Institute of Policy Studies (GRIPS) held in Tokyo, Japan last 2013 and in September 23-29, 2014. • Partnership with United Nations Development Program (UNDP) on Empowering Citizens to Deepen Democracy and Build Integrity. The Philippine Society for Public Administration (PSPA), together with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), took the initiative to conduct a regular assessment in the country to engage the citizens in the policy-making processes toward a strengthened and responsive and Human-Rights Based Approach (HRBA) assessment. (Manual on Governance Indicators in the Philippines). The project aims to develop and establish a citizen led governance assessment that will provide platform for policy direction and strategies and be used by citizenry to evaluate and assess the state of governance with the ultimate objective of developing strengthened and responsive local government units that adhere to the tenets of good governance with human rights as major components. • 2nd Christian Youth Leaders Peace Camp “Batang Transformers” and Siningbayan Palay Bigas Kanin. The project is in partnership with the Pimentel Institute for Leadership and Governance which aims to inspire, mobilize and contribute to the youth leaders’ becoming change makers in the community; and to contribute to breaking down the psychological divide between and among the ethnically divided members of the youth sector.

MEMBERSHIP To date there are more than six hundred PSPA members from all over the country. Notably, there is also a growing collaboration with the higher education institutions. The association’s financial standing is stable to support its various activities (i.e. research and publication).

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CONFERENCES, LECTURES AND FORUMS • A public lecture by Dr. Peggy Levitt, sociologist from Wellesley College and Harvard University, was presented last 8 January 2016 in collaboration with the UP Diliman Department of Sociology and ADMU Development Studies Program. She presented a lecture entitled, “Artifact & Allegiances: How Museums Put the Nation & the World On Display.” • Two back-to-back PSS Sociology Caravans were held last 16 February 2016. One MSU-IIT and another at MSU-Marawi featuring Dr. Nicole Curato and Dr. Jayeel Cornelio. They were hosted by the respective departments of sociology of the two universities. • Sociology of Disasters Workshop in collaboration with the Development Studies of Ateneo De Manila University last 4 March 2016 held at ADMU. • PSS featured Dr. Nicole Curato of Canberra University and PSS gave a lecture on the Narratives of Philippine Presidentiables last March 2016 in collaborations with the UPLB Department of Social Sciences, Sociology-Anthropology-Psychology Division, Social Science 1 Cluster and PLSS-UPLB. • The #Kabataan Ngayon Workshop took place last 19-20 March 2016 in collaboration with the RCESSI and the ADMU Development Studies Department. The workshop was attended by some 15 scholars on the sociology of youth from different parts of the country, and was facilitated by sociology of youth experts, Dr. Clarence Batan and Dr. Jayeel Cornelio. • Last 25-26 June 2016, the PSS presented 2 panels at the 8th NSSC at Lyceum Philippine University in Batangas City in line with the conference theme: “Inclusive Governance: Gateways to Sustainable Futures”. Paper presentors included Dr. Emma Porio, Dr. Nimfa Bracamonte, Dr. Cecilia Medina, Prof. Septrin John Calamba, Dr. Clarence Batan, Dr. Mark Abenir and Prof. Arnold Alamon. • The 2016 National Conference of the PSS with the theme, “Imagined Democracies: Transformations of Power and Knowledge in Philippines Society” was held last 6-8 October 2016 at the Ateneo De Davao University in collaboration with its Department of Sociology as host and local organizer. Some 100 paper presentors and a total of 280 participants join the conference. Dr. Maria Cynthia Rose B. Bautista was featured as keynote speaker. Invited to be plenary speakers as well were Fr. Joel Tabora, S.J., Dr. Jowel Canuday, Prof. Ronald Holmes, Mr. Gerardo Sandoval and Dr. Jowel Canuday. A pre-conference tour of the Samal Island and neighboring sites was organized by the hosts to facilitate community building among PSS members and participants.

MEMBERSHIP As of October 2016, PSS has a total of 227 members in good standing.

LINKAGES The PSS continues to be a member of two larger organizations, the Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC) and the International Sociological Association (ISA). Further, PSS President Filomin C. Gutierrez sits as elected member of the Executive Board of the PSSC and also as member of the Executive Committee of the ISA. Philippine Criminal Justice Researchers Society (PCJRS), a national association of criminal justice researchers, professionals and practitioners, has recently reached out to PSS for possible collaboration in conference and similar activities. The PSS received awards and grants from the PSSC. First, PSS member and former special issue editor Dr. Jonathan Ong received the 2016 VAM Award for Research Excellence. This is the

69 second year in a row that a PSS member received the award with Dr. Jayeel Cornelio winning it in 2015. PSS members April Porteria and Jessica Viliran also received grants from the ISA to present their papers at the 4th ISA Forum held at the University of Vienna in Austria last 10-15 July 2016.

ONLINE PRESENCE The PSS website, philippinesociology.com has been well-maintained, features a blog format that regularly showcases the activities of the PSS, calls for related activities and important announcements. The FB page of PSS is likewise. There is a plan to apply for a website development grant to the ISA (EU38O) to further support efforts to improve the online resources of the PSS. Both online sites serve as active platforms and repository of information related to the activities and mission of the PSS.

PHILIPPINE SOCIOLOGICAL REVIEW The 2016 Philippine Sociological Review (PSR) Vol. 64 Main Issue came out in time for its launch during the PSS Conference General Assembly. Several authors who were in attendance received their copies in a ceremony during the program.

ELECTION OF MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS The election of four new members of the Board of Directors of the PSS by its general membership was held on 7 October 2016; an online mechanism was also in place to get the votes of those who were unable to attend the conference. Elected were: Dr. Clarence Batan (UST), Prof. Septrin John Calamba (MSU-IIT), Dr. Mario Aguja (MSU General Santos), and Dr. Ma. Phoebe Zoe Sanchez (UP Visayas-Cebu). Remaining incumbent in the Board are Dr. Jayeel Cornelio, Dr. Nicole Curato and Dr. Nimfa Bracamonte. The following day of the conference, 8 October 2016, the officers of the new board were announced with Dr. Clarence Batan as President, Dr. Mario Aguja as Vice President, and Prof. Septrin John Calamba as Secretary. Dr. Jayeel Cornelio retains his position as Treasurer. The incoming and outgoing boards of the PSS met last 18 December at the residence of the outgoing president Dr. Filomin C. Gutierrez to facilitate transition of PSS matters and outline plans for the coming year.

PHILIPPINE STATISTICAL ASSOCIATION, INC.

ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITY Publications and Information The scientific journal The Philippine Statistician(TPS) is now indexed in the Scopus, a research database arm of Elsevier, Inc., and together with Thompson ISI, are the only two most prestigious research databases included in the International Publication Award of the UP System. With the inclusion of the TPS in the Scopus, Level B accreditation from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) automatically promotes the scientific journal to Level A accreditation without having to wait for the prescribed period of three years, and comes with a CHED grant

70 to fund printing costs. The CHED accreditation and endorsement of the PSAI scientific journal makes the publication more accessible to students and professionals and higher education institutions are encouraged and supported to place subscriptions to The Philippine Statistician. Regular subscribers of the scientific journal include more than 35 academic institutions and subscription to the journal is handled by the Central Subscription Service of the Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC). Full version of the papers/articles published in the last three years (2013-2015) are available online with a moving wall of three years and online release of the latest issue (July 2016), is limited to the abstracts. With the online availability of the full version of the papers, more citations can now be expected, and this will undoubtedly speed up compliance with required citations. These accomplishments are under the Publications and Information Committee chaired by Dr. Erniel B. Barrios.

Conference The Association conducted its Annual Conference in Naga City on August 31- September 2, 2016 under the theme “Role of Statistics in Monitoring Progress of Social Protection”. The Department of Social Welfare and Development and the Philippine Statistics Authority co- organized the event. On August 31, 2016, the day before the Conference two (2) parallel short courses were conducted on the following topics: — Communicating Statistics through Information Graphics highlights the three “D’s” needed for Infographics for Statistics, i.e. Data, Design, and Distribution. Participants were provided with a review of basic statistical concepts as well as knowledge and skills on the use of visual graphics needed to present information quickly and clearly. They were also introduced to the workflow of collecting, analyzing, storyboarding and producing visual stories. Resource Person was Mr. John Lorenzo A. Yambot of the UP Institute of Statistics, Los Baños, Laguna. — Statistical Methods for Project Monitoring and Evaluation provides basic statistical concepts in data collection and analysis that would enable participants to conduct quantitative project assessment with the aid of time-tested statistical tools, techniques and procedures for monitoring and evaluation purposes. Resource Person was Dr. Dennis S. Mapa, PSAI President and Dean of the UP School of Statistics, Diliman, Quezon City. A total of 361 participants from 18 regions of the country attended both the training and the Conference. These were PSAI members and non-members, PSAI Chapter representatives, partners from the development community, officers and employees of government entities at the national and local levels, participants from private institutions, and the academe. The CHED endorsement of both the training and the Conference encouraged the participation of faculty members and staff of academic institutions. For the 3rd straight year, former PSA Interim National Statistician Carmelita N. Ericta, chaired the Annual Conference Committee. Co-Chairpersons were Regional Director Cynthia L. Perdiz of PSA Region V, who headed the Local Organizing Committee with Dr. Michael A. Cuesta of the Ateneo Social Science Research Council, ably assisted by Mr. Clemente S. Manaog, PSA Provincial Officer of Camarines Sur. Ms. Mary Ann C. Magtulis of the Philippine Statistical Research and Training Institute chaired the Sub-Committee on Scientific Program. Various institutions provided generous support. Plenary Session Sponsors, notably the Social Security System and the Energy Planning and Program Development, along with the ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation, De La Salle University, GEODATA Systems Technologies, Inc., Land Bank of the Philippines, Philippine Statistical Research and Training Institute, UP Statistical Center Research Foundation, and the Manila Electric Company. Special assistance were also received from the Philippine Social Science Council and the Asia United Bank that

71 made possible the holding of the first PSAI Student Best Paper Competition, as reported under PSAI Advocacies.

Training The PSAI Training Committee, chaired by Prof. Imelda E. de Mesa and co-chaired by Mr. Manuel Leonard F. Albis of UPSS conducted the training on Statistical Analysis Using R from June 15 to 17, 2016 with Dr. Joselito S. Magadia as Resource Speaker and Multivariate Time Series Analysis and Forecasting with Dr. Dennis S. Mapa as Resource Speaker. A total of 18 participants completed the short courses, made up of 11 paying participants and 7 non-paying participants from institutional members in good standing who availed of the training at no cost. A total of four (4) training courses/seminar were conducted for the year including the parallel training sessions earlier noted as back-to-back activity with the Annual Conference in Naga City. In addition to these, two (2) short sessions on topics such as “Seminar on Fact Checking” and “Financial Empowerment and Consumer Protection Forum” were conducted during the year as noted under the Advocacies of the PSAI.

ADVOCACIES The Final Report dated March 30, 2016 on the PSAI-UNICEF project Third Party Monitoring of the Impact of Unconditional Cash Transfers to Families/Victims of Typhoon Yolanda, conducted by the PSAI through Dr. Celia M. Reyes, a Life Member, who worked with the Community Based Monitoring System (CBMS) together with Dr. Jose Ramon G. Albert, PSAI Board Member and former President, and Assistant National Statistician Candido J. Astrologo, Jr. of the Philippine Statistics Authority, was submitted. The project described the welfare conditions of the UCT beneficiaries and how the families made use of the grant. Results of the study were presented in the Plenary Session of the 2016 PSAI Annual Conference held in Naga City, and accompanying Policy Brief by Dr. Celia M. Reyes, and Lessons on Cash Transfer to Disaster Victims by Dr. Jose Ramon G. Albert were also disseminated during the event. The Philippine Statistics Quiz (PSQ) that promotes awareness and interest in statistics among the math-inclined freshmen from educational institutions in all regions across the country is on a hiatus. Mounted by the PSAI 25 years ago in partnership with then National Statistics Office, now subsumed under the Philippine Statistics Authority, the implementation of the K-12 program affected the holding of the PSQ as there is no enrolment in the freshmen curriculum for the school year 2016-2017. To help ensure that Statistics is taught properly to the youth in the context of the DepED K-12 program, the Statistics Education Committee chaired by Dr. Zita VJ Albacea and Dr. Isidoro P. David as co-chair, with Dr. Jose Ramon G. Albert, Prof. Imelda E. de Mesa and Mr. Mark John Ayaay of the Philippine Science High School, prepared learning materials and teaching guides/ lesson plans for the Statistics curriculum in Grade 11, in cooperation with the CHED. Proposed training courses to be conducted on the content/subject matter and on how to teach the subject were also submitted to the CHED. A one-day Seminar on Fact Checking for practitioners in the media was conducted on April 29, 2016 at the UP School of Statistics, with Dr. Clarissa C. David of the UP College of Mass Communication as Resource Speaker. Twenty-four (24) participants from the print and broadcast media were in attendance. The PSAI continued its support to the activities of its student affiliates, in keeping with its advocacy of helping keep the interest in the profession of the young members of the student statistics societies. One of the initial plans of the Advocacy Committee chaired by Dr. Jose Ramon G. Albert, Immediate Past President and Board Member, was the provision of support to research initiatives of undergraduate students. With support from the Asia United Bank (AUB), this advocacy was

72 implemented with the holding of the 2016 Student Best Paper Competition during the 2016 Annual Conference. The awarding of cash prizes to the following winners in the Student Best Paper competition was undertaken on September 2, 2016 and the AUB was represented by Ms. Maria Gia Sabio, Branch Manager of the Asia United Bank – Naga Centro, Camarines Sur.

1st Prize Consumption Patterns of Poor Households with P25,000.00 Older (Senior) Citizens in the Philippines Rowan Arielle S. Leaño, Ma.Angelica P. Tatad Sarah Louise E. Villaluz UP School of Statistics, Diliman, Quezon City 2nd Prize Forecasting Stock Prices Using Hidden P15,000.00 Markov Models and Support Vector Regression with Firefly Algorithm Joshua Reno S. Cantuba De La Salle University, Manila 3rd Prize Evaluating the Targeting Performance of P10,000.00 Pantawid Pamilya Pilipino Program and the Amount of Shares Beneficiaries Received Juliette Anne B. Dijan UP Institute of Statistics, UP Los Baños, Laguna

In partnership with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and the University of the Philippines, School of Statistics, a one-day forum on Financial Empowerment and Consumer Protection was held on November 7, 2016 at the UPSS Auditorium. This was in conjunction with the celebration of the First National Economic and Financial Literacy Week (November 7-11, 2016). Resource Speaker for this forum was Dr. Lawrence Vicencio of the BSP Financial Consumer Protection Department and a total of 51 participants from the academe, the government and the private sectors attended the forum.

INSTITUTIONAL OR ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES Membership As of December 2016, newly approved individual members are noted at 105 regular members, 19 life members, and 271 Chapter members from Regions 1, 2, 6, 7, and CAR. We are pleased to welcome the GEODATA Systems Technologies, Inc., among our esteemed institutional members. Total membership in the PSAI is as follows: • Individual Members – 1,670 487 Life Members; 465 Regular members. 718 Members from nine (9) regional chapters • Student Affiliate Organizations - 4 with a total membership of 158 students 2 from the School of Statistics, University of the Philippines (UPD) 1 from the Rizal Technological University (RTU) 1 De La Salle University (DLSU) • Institutional Members – 59 22 Government institutions; 14 Private sector/institutions; 23 Academe • PSAI Regional Chapters –9 CAR,Region 1, Region 2, Region 4-A Calabarzon, Region 6, Region 7, Region 10, Region 1, SOCCSKSARGEN

The PSAI attributes growth in the membership to the untiring efforts of Ms. Virginia N. Gañac and Ms. Cynthia C. Vallesteros, Chair and Co-Chair of the PSAI Membership Committee, respectively.

73 Awards The Search and Awards Committee chaired by BSP Director Rosabel B. Guerrero, recognizes and confers prestigious awards to members with exceptional contributions to the discipline and to the PSAI. The Outstanding Service Award is conferred to Dr. Ana Maria L. Tabunda of the UPSS and Pulse Asia, and DNS Romeo S. Recide of the PSA for untiring service and unqualified dedication to the PSAI. Special awards of recognition for contributions to the Philippine Statistical System was launched during the General Assembly on December 2, 2016 with the conferment of awards to the following: – Best Title Award: GAWAD ESTADISTIKA – Mr. Michael Arieh P. Medina – Best Trophy Design: Mr. Rymer G. Gengoni

The PSAI also confers recognition to the writers of the Best Paper in the 2012 Annual Conference, namely: – 1st Prize (P25,000) - On the Sampling Design of Household Surveys in Assessing the Proportion of Food-Poor Households by Dr. Arturo Y. Pacificador, Jr. (DLSU) – 2nd Prize (P20,000)- Development of a Hunger Index based on the Community-Based Monitoring System (CBMS) Data by Dr. Rechel G. Arcilla (DLSU) – 3rd Prize (P15,000)- Data System for Supply Utilization Accounts (SUA) in Agriculture (In Support of Food Security Policy and Analysis) by Ms. Maura S. Lizarondo and Ms. Maria Carol G. Duran, former Assistant Director and former OIC, Agricultural Accounts and Statistical Indicators Division of then Bureau of Agricultural Statistics, respectively.

FINANCIAL STANDING The PSAI extends its thanks and appreciation to the Statistics Education Committee who waived/donated their honoraria from the CHED project. The PSAI President also waived his honoraria as Resource Person in the two (2) PSAI Training Courses conducted during the year. The PSAI finances remain in good shape with the unfailing help of individual and institutional members, the friends of PSAI, and the many other special contributions that enabled the PSAI to meet various needs and to pursue advocacies without compromising the regular activities as a professional association. Although membership and registration fees in regular activities have remained frozen for years, growing membership remain to be the main source of receipts for PSAI. Likewise, with the continued trust placed by partner institutions, the PSAI looks forward to the growth of the Association funds.

PLANS AND PROGRAMS In addition to its usual regular activities, the PSAI leadership hopes to pursue the development of the discipline through cooperative engagements with various PSAI Regional Chapters and academic institutions in the regions in the coming year. As the year draws to a close, the PSAI President reiterates his sincerest thanks and grateful appreciation for the generous support and unfailing cooperation of individual and institutional members, partner institutions and friends of PSAI for everything that were accomplished at the national and regional levels.

74 PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES

ACADEMIC AND SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES Conferences The 29th Annual Convention of the PAP Junior Affiliates was held on January 22-23, 2016 on the theme “Asian Psychology and Asian Societies in the Midst of Change.” Some 6,000 psychology students from all over the country converged on MOA-SMX Convention Center and Far Eastern University-Manila to attend lectures and workshops and participate in competitions. The 2nd PAPJA Leadership Training Seminar was held at the Ateneo de Manila University from May 27 to 29. A total of 36 delegates from more than 15 colleges and universities in the country participated. The student leaders engaged in team building, self-awareness, and leadership skills training activities on the theme “On Higher Ground: A Workshop on Enhancing Competencies of Student Leaders.” A group of PAP Board Members facilitated the activities and were assisted by the incumbent officers of the PAPJA Executive Board. A new batch of PAPJA officers was elected with Paula Tuaño of UP Diliman as the PAPJA president. The 53rd Annual PAP Convention was held at the Fontana Convention Center in Clark, Pampanga, September 14-16, 2016, and co-hosted by the Angeles University Foundation on the theme “Strengthening the Bond of Research and Practice in Philippine Psychology.” The convention was keynoted by the 2016 PRC Outstanding Professional in the field of Psychology, Elizabeth R. Ventura of the University of the Philippines who spoke of the challenges and opportunities in linking research and practice. Plenary speakers Edna Franco of Ateneo CORD and Betty Cernol-McCann of Silliman University also expounded on the convention theme from industrial-organizational and social and teaching psychology perspectives, respectively. Close to 1500 psychology professionals (1457 to be exact) attended the presentations of over 200 papers and learning sessions. Some 40 posters were presented and 539 participated in eight post-convention workshops. The membership meeting was enhanced by the awarding of two outstanding psychologists—Dr. Christina Montiel and Dr. Ma. Caridad Tarroja (former PSSC BOT Chair)—recognized for their respective expertise and contributions to the field. The PAP participated in the 2016 National Social Science Congress in Lipa, Batangas June 15-17 with paper presentations by PAP members at the Ateneo Psychology Department and Ateneo Center for Organization Research and Development (CORD).

Continuing Professional Education The seven divisions (Clinical, Counseling, Assessment, Social, Developmental, Educational, and Industrial-Organizational Psychology) of PAP and its special interest groups (MHPSS, Teaching Psychology, LGBT, and Sports and Exercise Psychology) worked tirelessly throughout the year providing continuing professional activities (i.e., lectures, seminars, workshops) for PAP members. In January, the Developmental Psychology division ran a workshop on Developing and Validating Research Instruments at the Central Philippine University, Iloilo; the Social Psychology division held a seminar on Structural Equation Modeling for the Social Sciences in March at Miriam College. In May, the Assessment Psychology division held a workshop on Designing and Developing Psychological Screening Instruments in Cavite and Using Projective Techniques in Personality Assessment in Davao. Aside from workshops, the division participated in the nationwide consultative meeting organized by the DOH and is reviewing DOH’s Revised Annex G: Tabulated Psychological Assessment Form. There was a workshop in July on Qualitative Research by the Developmental Psychology division at the University of Asia and the Pacific; Sports and Exercise Psychology for the Development of Individuals and Communities by the SEP SIG at Silliman University, Dumaguete City; and, Positive Psychology in Practice by the Clinical Psychology division at the Ateneo de Davao University. Early in November, the LGBT SIG held

75 the 3rd National Training on LGBT Psych 101 at SEAMEO-INNOTECH and in December, a workshop on Using Psychological Tests in Screening and Assessing Substance Use was organized by the Assessment Psychology division.

Public Interest and Advocacy The PAP Public Interest Committee and relevant PAP divisions prepared two statements for publication: on April 22, 2016, at the height of the election campaign, the Statement on the Nature, Purpose, and Utility of Psychological Evaluation Reports and, on August 24, 2016, a Position Paper on House Bill 002 or the “Minimum Age of Criminal Responsibility Act.” A Task Force for Drug Recovery and Community Support was also created in October 2016.

ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES In 2016, the PAP embarked on a nationwide consultation project in order to a) Increase membership involvement in PAP, including in decision-making; b) Ascertain that PAP programs and projects are in accordance with the needs and priorities of all members; c) Create an opportunity for BOT-Members interaction and dialogue; and d) Clarify (and explain) questions on PAP matters. PAP officers attended the consultations from April to June which were hosted by a local university: University of San Carlos in Cebu, Ateneo de Davao University, Central Philippine University in Iloilo, Palawan State University in Puerto Princesa, Xavier University in Cagayan de Oro, Silliman University in Dumaguete City, St. Louis University in Baguio, Ateneo de Manila University, Ateneo de Naga University, and Ateneo de Zamboanga University. The PAP recognized its first regional chapter in May, 2016—the Bikol Chapter, and a fourth Special Interest Group (SIG) was approved for operation: the Sports and Exercise Psychology SIG. The PAP Board of Directors (BOD) held a strategic plan review in July and officers are now working on revisions of its By-Laws and its Code of Ethics. Five new members of the PAP BOD were elected during the PAP Membership Meeting in September and new officers of the PAP were elected in October 2016.

Philippine Journal of Psychology (PJP) The PAP publishes the PJP bi-annually. The June 2016 issue was a special issue—on LGBT Psychology research (the 1st LGBT psychology-themed issue was published in 2013); this issue will be launched soon. The December 2016 issue is an open-themed one and is also being prepared for release. Internationalization The PAP continues to participate in the ASEAN Regional Union of Psychological Societies (ARUPS) whose president, Dr. Maria Caridad H. Tarroja, is a PAP member, and the Asian Association of Social Psychology (AASP) whose president is Dr. Allan Bernardo. During the Annual General Membership meeting of AASP in Japan, winners of the various AASP awards included Jose Antonio R. Clemente, a PAP member, who received the Park Jung-Heun Young Scholar Award. PAP officers and members then participated in the 31st International Congress of Psychology (ICP) July 24-29, 2016 in Yokohama, Japan and the 5th Psychosocial Intervention After Disaster (PIAD) workshop sponsored by the International Union of Psychological Societies (IUPsyS) and co-hosted by PAP with the UP Psychology Department at Hotel Jen, Manila, November 14-17, 2016.

FINANCIAL STANDING The PAP has maintained its very good financial standing. This is due to tight financial control on expenditures, careful financial planning for key organizational activities, revenue from increased membership, convention net income, and workshop earnings. The PAP maintains several accounts: two peso accounts, one dollar account, and three accounts in time deposit. One account is dedicated for PayPal online payments for conferences. 76 UGNAYANG PANG-AGHAMTAO

ACADEMIC AND SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES Annual Conference The 38th annual conference theme, “Circulating Anthropological Knowledge in the Public Sphere: Building Communities of Practice” was convened by Fernando Zialcita and Jowel Canuday, held at and hosted by the Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU), Quezon City on October 20-22, 2016. The theme explored the extent to which anthropological knowledge has been or is used outside of academia, such as in governance, business, media, and in other practical industries. Plenary Speakers talked on various topics: Maria Mangahas shared the current challenges of Filipino anthropologists and its practice; June Prill-Brett spoke on law, custom, market forces and legal pluralism in the Cordillera; Eufracio Abaya on Anthropology in Education; and a special session on governance by Joy Belmonte, La Raine Sarmiento, and Aidel Belamide was held at the Quezon Memorial Circle. A dap-ay session of well known engaged anthropology elders (Mary Racelis, Michael L. Tan, Gus Gatmaytan, Mylene Lising, Gayia Beyer, Pamela Cajilig) each briefly spoke of their own public engagements capped the occasion. Special panels were dedicated in honor of Bill Longacre, Harold Conklin and Mariflor Parpan. There were two exhibits, one featured the contributions of recently departed anthropologists (F. Landa Jocano, Mariflor Parpan, Gerhard Rixhon, Wilfredo Arce, and Harold Conklin). Another exhibit was devoted to Macli-ing Dulag, the Kalinga chief who fought against the construction of the Chico River Dam featuring the arwangan (door) of Macli-ing Dulag, with bullet holes from the night that Dulag was killed at his own home. Two workshops were conducted on Teaching the K-12 Gr. 11 core course and a crash course in reading and engaging with the Philippine media.

Agham-Tao journal The AghamTao (Journal of the Uganayang Pang-AghamTao, Inc, UGAT) Volume 25 No.1 “was launched during the 2016 UGAT conference.

Participation in international organization and conference Cynthia Neri Zayas represented UGAT by participating in the WCAA panel —“Global Survey of Anthropological Practice” Session Number III: Challenges to Academic and Professional Anthropology” — in the IUAES conference in Dubvornik, Croatia. The paper (co- authored with Maria Mangahas) was culled from interviews about the actual experiences of UGAT Board members and active members regarding challenges they encounter in the practice of anthropology. The Technical Committee for Anthropology composed of Maria Mangahas, Zona Amper and Erlinda Burton, has finalized Policies, Standards and Guidelines for BA/BS Anthropology as a result of the public consultation and public hearing (in 2015). Founding members Poncianno Benngen and Cynthia Neri Zayas participated in the 8th NSSC conference held in Lyceum of the Philippines held in Batangas through plenary talks delivered during the conference. UGAT also organized a panel, “Governance in the Margins,” convened by Dr. Linda Burton (Melvin Jabar and Zona Hildegarde Amper presented papers). Beyer Talks were organized with the UP Diliman Department of Anthropology to discuss impacts on how IPs are represented in tourism ventures.

INSTITUTIONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT WCAA membership and involvement

77 UGAT has been an active member of the World Council of Anthropological Associations WCAA. The WCAA and International Union of Anthropological and Ethnological Sciences (IUAES) will now have a formalized collaboration, coming together as the WAU (World Anthropological Union). Maria Mangahas participates in the WCAA Working Group on Language Diversity. The group wrote a Statement of Language Use. Recommendations were submitted to the WCAA Organizing Committee. One of the outcomes is that the blog of WCAA will be edited by delegates using their own languages.

Membership Apart from the lifetime members of UGAT, 67 active members attended the 2016 conference. Officers and Board Members: The following serve as the Board of UGAT for 2016-2017: President Maria Mangahas * VP for Luzon Jowel Canuday * VP for Visayas Zona Hildegarde Amper VP for Mindanao Augusto Gatmaytan Secretary Nota Magno Treasurer Melvin Jabar Board Members: Cynthia Neri Zayas, Pamela Cajilig, Padmapani Perez Jessie Varquez,* Lilian de La Peña,* Anthony Balisi* [* - newly elected at the October 2014 Business Meeting] Ex-officio until 2017: Executive Director Suzanna Roldan Editor Eli Guieb The 6 Heads of Committees are: Membership Committee Jessie Varquez Ethics Committee Jowel Canuday Finance Committee Melvin Jabar Publications Committee Padmapani Perez Public Relations Committee (website) Anthony Balisi Special Projects Committee Cynthia Neri Zayas

FINANCIAL STANDING UGAT earned 278,680 from conference fess, journals and membership fees. The conference expenses reached 258, 377. Cash in bank after the conference was 78, 868.3 (as of October 28, 2016).

FUTURE PLANS The UGAT plans for 2017 are to: – work towards the improvement and development of the website – try for AghamTao to be in the ASEAN Citation Index – activate inactive members – organize the annual conference on the theme of ‘rights’ – publish the aghamtao volume 25 No. 2 (special issue) and volume 26

78 Accomplishment Reports of PSSC Member-Organizations

ASSOCIATE MEMBERS • College of Social Work and Community Development, University of the Philippines Diliman 78 • Dr. Cesar A. Villariba Research and Knowledge Management Institute, Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation 82 • Gowing Memorial Research Center, Dansalan College Foundation, Inc. 87 • Institute of Philippine Culture 90 • Kaisa Para Sa Kaunlaran 92 • National Association for Social Work Education, Inc 95 • National Tax Research Center 97 • Philippine Association for Chinese Studies 99 • Palawan Studies Center, Palawan State University 102 • Philippine Association for Chinese Studies • Philippine Studies Association 102 • Population Institute, University of the Philippines Diliman 106 • Pulse Asia Research Inc. 110 • Research Center for the Social Sciences and Education, University of Santo Tomas 111 • School of Statistics, University of the Philippines Diliman 117 • School of Urban and Regional Planning, University of the Philippines Diliman 120 • Silliman University Research and Development Center 129 • Social Development Research Center, De La Salle University - Manila 132 • Social Weather Stations 136 • Women’s Studies Association of the Philippines 139

79 CENTER FOR CENTRAL LUZON STUDIES Central Luzon State University

ACADEMIC RELATED ACTIVITIES Student Support. The Center is in charge in tending of the Agricultural Museum – the one of its kind in the country. The rare collection of artefacts used in agricultural practices in the region draws thousands of museum visitors, mostly students, teachers, and researchers from Central Luzon and even Metro Manila annually. The museum also provides an important place for CLSU students of history, anthropology, and social science disciplines. Instructional Materials Development. As research component of the Academic Affairs Program of the university, one of the main academic activity of the Center in 2016 was the provision of materials in updating of instructional materials used by students majoring in social sciences, namely: (1) Research Manual in Social Sciences; (2) Local History and Culture; (3) Local Politics; and (4) Parliamentary Procedures. The updated modules incorporated the outcome-based models mandated by the Commission on Higher Education. Cultural Exhibit. The CLSU Agricultural Museum partnered with Ayala Museum and the Philippine Rice Research Institute to host A travelling Exhibit titled: The Evolution of Filipino Costumes Series: The Ayala Museum Doll Collection, held on November 3-30, 2016. Totaling 69 dolls that represented significant attires worn by selected cultural groups in the country, covering the major islands Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, the Ayala Museum Doll Collection is one of the original permanent exhibitions housed in the old Ayala Museum when it opened in 1974. Each doll was laboriously created in the scale of 1: 4 to be able to highlight and dramatize the distinctive features of each of these subcultures, as represented by their set of costumes. Using the very similar clothing materials and body adornments that were worn by the people that they represent, each doll is made out of wood that was carved by Mar Edjawan from Paete, Laguna.

RESEARCH Collaborating with graduate students of the CLSU Open University, the Center has undertaken researches in environment and sustainability. Two were studies on organic fertilizer production from agricultural wastes and the other was value chain analysis for global competitiveness. Ongoing collaboration with Philrice for a study, titled “Rice Exploratorium” is also underway.

INSTITUTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES The CCLS has also provided resource persons for various seminars, symposia and review centers for board examinations in the province. It has provided Resource Persons in 2016 in support to the university’s mandate to assist government and private agencies such as the Departments of Interior and Local Government, Agrarian Reform, and Agriculture. It has also and prepared subject-specific review materials for the Licensure Examination for Teachers conducted by the Central Luzon State University and other schools in the region.

FINANCIAL STANDING The Center’s budget is lumped with that of the Office of Vice President for Academic Affairs of the university, and as such, expenditures for personnel, supplies and materials, and travel are administered by the OVPAA. Only the income from museum visitors, educational film services and research projects are utilized for student services, extension, maintenance and other projects not funded by the university. The Center is financially healthy.

80 COLLEGE OF SOCIAL WORK AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT University of the Philippines Diliman

2017 is the 50th founding anniversary of the UP College of Social Work and Community Development. The CSWCD was established as a separate academic unit of the University of the Philippine-Diliman in August 1967 by virtue of Republic Act 5174, a law sponsored by Sen. Eva Estrada-Kalaw. To commemorate this historical milestone, the CSWCD launched the “CSWCD@50” celebrations last August 26, 2016, with the theme, “Tatak CSWCD: 50 Taon nang Wagas na Panglilingkod at Pakikilahok”. The CSWCD@50 is a year-long program that will culminate on August 26, 2017. Wagas means purity of intent and spirit which imbues the college’s vision of justice, peace and sustainable well-being for the Filipino people and the global community. In line with this theme, the UP-CSWCD presents the highlights of its accomplishments in 2016.

ACADEMIC AND SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES The Office of the College Secretary oversees the implementation of University and College policies, procedures and priorities related to student admission, registration, progress and graduation. Related to this, a primer on CSWCD Academic Policies and Procedures was produced to guide the College faculty, staff and students on the policies and procedures as applied to specific students or cases. The office also upgraded the Student Relations Office (SRO) information system and organizational mechanisms; and expanded the array of scholarships available for CSWCD students. Among its major accomplishments are: the formation of the Committee on Student Academic Welfare (CSAW) and the CSWCD Psychosocial Committee; pro-active information dissemination through Registration Guides, emails and regular reports; consistent and strict implementation of academic rules; systematization and digitization of student records; and the aggressive campaign for the “Tatak CSWCD” Scholarship Fund Drive. To date, the CSWCD has provided scholarships to 28 students Student population marked a significant growth from over 300 to close to 600 in the past five years (2012-2017). In June 2016, 47 undergraduate and 27 masteral students completed their respective academic programs. The baccalaureate program produced four Magna Cum Laude, and 12 Cum Laude. Seven graduate students were given also academic recognition. The Department of Social Work (DSW) takes pride in the recognition of UP Diliman by the Commission on Higher Education as a Center of Excellence in Social Work from January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2018. This honor is also a challenge to further improve the Social Work curricular offerings. In 2016, the DSW completed the revision of the B.S. Social Work program and began the review of the Diploma and Master of Social Work programs. It has also strengthened the integration of gender perspectives in its curricula and syllabi. Some faculty members collaborated with the National Association for Social Work Education Inc (NASWEI) in transforming the course syllabi in the B.S. Social Work Program to reflect an outcome-based orientation . They also helped in the integration of gender perspectives in the course syllabi. The course syllabi will be adopted by all 76 member schools of NASWEI. The DSW completed two major researches in the past year: one is on active ageing in ASEAN that was coordinated by Assistant Professor Nicamil K. Sanchez and Associate Professor Rainier V. Almazan; and the other is a process evaluation of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program with Prof. Mary Lou L. Alcid as project leader. Both are collaborative engagements with the Department of Social Welfare and Development. Another research completed in 2016 was the Program and Impact Evaluation: Child Abuse Prevention and Intervention Network (CAPIN) which was funded by the Consuelo

81 Alger Foundation. October 2016.The study assessed the CAPIN program as implemented in the six municipalities of Pampanga and Laguna in terms of the achievement of its objectives, identification of factors for adaptability in other areas and the impact of the program in reducing cases of child abuse. Assistant Professor Jowima A. Reyes led the research together with the CSWCD Research and Extension for Development Office (REDO). Ongoing researches by social work faculty members pertain to extra-judicial killings, and Social Work practice in defense of the rights of undocumented Filipina domestic workers. The Department of Community Development (DCD) focused its efforts on curricular improvement and strengthening its Field Instruction Program (FIP). Continuous engagement and partnership with different communities, organizations and institutions including Government Agencies have been made through the FIP. The initiative of the DCD faculty for curriculum development for resettlement management with the Department of Interior and Local Government is an on-going concern aimed at peoples’ participation in governance. Faculty development is another major concern of the department. Seven of the faculty members are continuing with their Masters and Doctoral degree. Three of its senior professors were given the honor od Professor Emeritus / Professor Emirita by UP Diliman: Dr. Rosario Del Rosario, Dr Amaryllis Torres and Dr. Angelito Manalili. There are two faculty members seconded to the executive branch of the national government namely Dr. Aleli Bawagan, DSWD assistant secretary and Prof. Marion Jimenez-Tan, undersecretary, National Anti-Poverty Commission. The department is proud to be directly contribute to public service and national governance. At the University level, members of the department have been appointed to head various University units and committees: Dr. Oscar P. Ferrer is the Director of the Office of Community Relations (until May 2016) and appointed as the Acting Director of the Human Resource and Development Office (HRDO) (until the February 2017); Dr. Aleli B. Bawagan was the Director of the Office of University Extension prior to her secondment to the DSWD. She was replaced by Prof. Lenore P. Dela Cruz; and Prof. John Erwin B. Banez is the Coordinator of National Service Training Program (NSTP). Three faculty members are members of the UP Diliman DRRM Committee (Dr. E. Luna, Dr. O. Ferrer and Prof. E. Banez). Prof. Maureen C. Pagaduan is a member of the University Council Committee on Extension Services. Other faculty members of the Department hold administrative responsibilities at the College- level: Dr. Ma. Theresa Tungpalan as Secretary of the College; Dr. Emmanuel Luna as Director of the Doctor of Social Development Program; Prof. Victor Obedicen, Field Instruction Program Coordinator; Prof. Fermin Manalo, Jr., Program Coordinator of CWTS of the college; and Dr. Leocito Gabo as the chair of the department. The revised curriculum of the Master of Community Development (MCD) program was approved by the UP Diliman University Council in February 2016, and by the Board of Regents on November 3, 2016. The syllabi review of the Department of Women and Development Studies (DWDS) was conducted for its four core courses. Faculty-Student study sessions on practices and processes were likewise conducted. The DWDS is pro-actively addressing concerns of student AWOL (absent without leave) and delinquency. It also developed the DWDS Student Code of Conduct to guide its new and continuing students in the program’s standards. To enhance the interdisciplinary nature of the Doctor of Social Development (DSD) program, a team teaching approach was adopted by inviting faculty from other disciplines to lecture or become part of students’ dissertation panels. The program also hosted an academic exchange on psychosocial intervention in Disaster Risk Reduction with three visiting professors from the University of Tsukuba, Japan last January 11-13 2016. The DSD invited Dr. Yoshitomo Takahashi, Dr. Yoshihiro Imamura and Dr. Sho Takahashi , all from the Department of Disaster Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine of the University of Tsukuba for this activity.

82 The Research and Extension for Development Office (REDO), contributed to strengthening the research and extension mandate of the college. It has completed three researches in 2016 in partnership with Sikhay Kilos Development Association Inc. These researches are the following: • An Assessment of HELEn: Health, Education, Livelihood and Environmental Programs (December 2016.) The study was supported by AES Philippines Power Foundation (APPFI). The study looked into the four programs and projects of the APPFI in the municipalities of Masinloc and Candelaria, Zambales. • Saemaul Undong in Philippine Context: The Case of Brgy. Balincaguing San Felipe, Zambales (July 2016;). The project was funded by Saemaul Globalization Foundation (SGF). The research team assessed the projects initiated by SGF in the barangay and proposed community-based and/ or home-based livelihood projects. • Research on REDO’s Continuing Education Courses (March 30, 2016). This is an in-house market assessment of the REDO’s extension and training activities in relation to the practices of other Colleges and Institutions within UP Diliman and other government and non-government agencies. The aim of the research is to identify the gaps, opportunities, and challenges of the REDO’s current offerings in terms of development, management and marketing. The UP-CSWCD, through the REDO, published the Philippine Journal for Social Development (PJSD) Volume 6, with the theme, “Transformative Community Organizing”. The REDO also published the Sikhay Kilos Newsmagazine in 2016. The news magazine featured the college activities during the academic year 2015-2016 . To facilitate storage, retrieval and access of CSWCD knowledge products, the REDO is continuously digitizing and uploading CSWCD theses, dissertations and publications. A total of 190 materials can be accessed in the college website to date. Moreover, the videos produced by REDO related to social development practices can be accessed at the official CSWCD Youtube channel- Sikhay Kilos TV. The REDO also manages the social media portals of the college.

Faculty Publications Participation in Conferences, Fora and Seminars The CSWCD faculty have also published in other Philippine and international academic journals, as well as undertaken researches for various government and non-government agencies. The list of CSWCD faculty publications is annexed to this report. Also annexed to the report is the list of faculty who have participated in national and international conferences, fora, seminars and key consultations in their respective disciplines. Their participation includes being resource persons and paper presenters, among others.

INSTITUTIONAL/ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT The CSWCD has been improving its building facilities not only to make it more convenient to its faculty, staff and students to do their respective duties and responsibilities, but also to make its facilities more disability-friendly. Its parking lot has been redeveloped to become accessible to persons with disabilities (PWDs). An elevator was also installed recently so that senior citizens and PWDs can go to the upper floors of the building with ease. Other structural enhancements include the refurbishment of classrooms and seminar room facilities. The structural integrity assessment of the College building’s right wing was completed last year. The College is only awaiting funds to undertake retrofitting of the building.

83 To increase the number of faculty with PhD degrees, the departments grant study load credits or study leaves for faculty members who are currently enrolled in doctoral programs. Trainings And Fora Conducted The College, through REDO has conducted the following training and extension activities: • Training of Trainers for Accredited Training Providers of CDA, 31-June 02, 2016, Balay Kalinaw Internasyonal • Basic Course in Community Organizing for the Aboitiz Group: CSWCD Seminar Room; November 8-10, 2016 • Training on Community Organizing; CSWCD Seminar Room; November 15-18, 2016 • CO-CD Orientation for DILG City Directors and Local Government Officers, Hive Hotel, September 19-20, 2016 • Occupational Safety Hazard Training for Children Working in the Sugarcane, January 29-30, 2016 at St. La Salle University, Bacolod City, and March 5-6, 2016 at Bicol University, Legazpi City • Sikhay Talks: Social Development Perspectives on the National Electoral Agenda, Bulwagang Tandang Sora, UP-CSWCD, February 17, 2016 • Research Forum: “Zambales in Focus”. Seminar Room, UP-CSWCD. October 26, 2016. Featured two researches of REDO conducted in Zambales entitled “An Assessment of HELEn: Health, Education, Livelihood and Environmental Programs” and Saemaul Undong in Philippine Context: The Case of Brgy. Balincaguing San Felipe, Zambales. The Department of Social Work organized a forum on “Child Online Protection: An Emerging Concern in Social Work Practice,” which was well-attended by child welfare advocates and NGOs, and students of social work in November 2016 . The forum is part of the activities building up to the 50th anniversary celebration of CSWCD. November is also the National Children’s Month.

Extension and Linkages CSWCD maintains partnership in the areas of academic cooperation, research, capability building, and educational programs with the following institutions: Than Long University (Vietnam), University of Tsukuba (Japan); Nihon Fukushi University (Japan), Hebrew University of Jerusalem (Israel), University of Auckland (New Zealand), among others. The CSWCD faculty and college departments are positioned in leadership roles in government and non-government agencies and organizations. Retired professor Dr. Judy M. Taguiwalo was appointed as Secretary of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), while Dr. Aleli B. Bawagan is on secondment as DSWD Assistant Secretary, and Associate Prof. Ma Corazon J. Tan as Undersecretary of the National Anti-Poverty Commission. Prof. Mary L. Alcid heads the Technical Committee in Social Work under the Commission on Higher Education, while Asst. Prof. Hazel Cometa-Lamberte serves in the Inter-Country Adoption Board. The Department of Social Work is represented in the Social Welfare and Development Learning Network, the National Association for Social Work Education Inc, and the Philippine Social Work Consortium. It also engages with the ASEAN Social Work Consortium (ASWC). The Department was also elected to lead in the development of the ASWC website, a regional platform of information exchange and communication of social work schools in Asia. Initial funding for this website was given by the Philippine Social Work Consortium. With regard to national and international engagements of the CSWCD faculty, Assoc. Prof. Rainier V. Almazan and Asst. Prof. Jowima A. Reyes are officers of the National Association for Social Work Education Inc., a national association of 76 schools of social work across the

84 Philippines. Asst. Prof. Reyes is also an accreditor of the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU). Dr. Amaryllis T. Torres, professor emerita in Community Development, is the Director of the Philippine Social Science Center. Assoc. Prof. Yolanda G. Ealdama is part of the editorial board member of the International Journal of Social Work and Human Services.

DR. CESAR A. VILLARIBA RESEARCH AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation

INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES AND ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES Completed Faculty Research Projects with Grants from the Institutional Research Fund (IRF) for 2016 Research projects with research grants from the MSEUF Institutional Research Fund (IRF) were completed in 2016. These research projects were approved for funding based on the MSEUF Unified Research Agenda 2012-2018 which is anchored on the Mission-Vision of the MSEUF and several research agenda such as the National Higher Education Research Agenda II (NHERA II) of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), the National Unified Health Research Agenda (NUHRA 2011-2016) of the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD), and the National Integrated Basic Research Agenda (NIBRA) of the National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP). These research projects are as follows: College of Computer Studies A Data Mining Approach on MSEUF Student Dean Rodrigo C. Belleza, jr., Raymond s. Records: A Foundation for the Development of Bermudez, and engr. Roselyn a. Maaño an Analytics-Based Student Classification System

College of Business and Accountancy Determinants of Locality of Choice for Romerico a. Alvarez, Jim B. Acuzar, and Investment: The Case of Banking Industry Catherine d. Limjuco College of Arts and Sciences, College of Engineering and Technical Department, and College of Computer Studies Design and Development of a Honey Moisture Dr. Pedro Jose L. De Castro, Engr. Ronaldo c. Content Monitoring and Control System Maaño, and Susana c. De castro College of Arts and Sciences, College of Tourism, Hotel and Restaurant Management, and College of Computer Studies Impact Assessment of Community Extension Milagrosa a. Lawas, Jennifer B. Reyes, and Service Projects of Manuel S. Enverga University Donabell S. Hernandez Foundation in Selected Communities in Ibabang Dupay and Dalahican in Lucena City

Ongoing Research Projects with Grants from the Commision on Higher Education for AY 2016 • Investigating the Teaching and Learning of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture-Fisheries and Mathematics) in Philippine Higher Education Institutions

85 towards Development of a Lifelong Learning Framework for STEAM Faculties and Students Principal Investigator: Dr. Felix M. Mercado • DARETO (Discovery Applied Research and Extension Trans/Inter-Disciplinary Opportunities) Grant-in-Aid • Design, Development, and Validation of Interactive Multimedia Modules for S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Agri-Fisheries, Mathematics) Education • IDIG (Institutional Development and Innovation Grants) • Strengthening and Sustaining the Quezon Studies Center of MSEUF (aka MSEUF Banyuhay Kalilayan Studies Program) • IRSE (Instruction, Research, Sectoral Engagement) Grant – Development and Validation of Interactive Multimedia Modules (IMMs) for Teaching English for Academic and Professional Purposes to Senior High School Students, Dr. Felix M. Mercado and Dr. Maria Cecilia G. Cantos – Development and Validation of an Instructional Material for Teaching Oral Communication in Context to Senior High School Students, Dr. Claudia Odette J. Ayala – Instructional Delivery: Its Efficiency and Effectiveness in the Creation of the Standard Procedures in Teaching Trainees in RTS IV, Dr. Monette G. Tenorio – Perceived Impact of PNP “Project Tokhang” as Anti-Illegal Drugs Campaign: Implications to the Image of Lucena PNP and to Peace and Order Situation in Lucena City, Dr. Henedina A. Lagumen – Reading Aid: An Adaptive Reading Proficiency Enhancement System for Grade School Students,Raymond S. Bermudez – Inventory of Inayta Climate Change-Related Terminologies: Basis for Creating IPCC Glossary, Adrian D. Maaño – Sectoral Engagement Grants (SE Grants) in the K to 12 Transition Program, Milagrosa a. Lawas

Ongoing Research Projects funded by the MSEUF Institutional Research Fund (IRF) MSEUF Research and Development Program for Indigenous Knowledge in Climate Change Adaptation Awareness and Attitudes on Disaster Preparedness: Maria Isabel Granada, Dennis Gonzales An Analysis of the Adaptive Capacities of Tayabas Bay Communities in Lucena City Rural Research and Community Development Program of MSEUF Varayti ng Wikang Tagalog sa mga Piling Lugar sa Gina Catalig/ Ma. Jenifer Matias Quezon Organic Farming: Pagpapanatili ng Natural na Elizabeth Garcia, Rechelle Thea Pamamaraan at Kaalaman sa Malusog na Kinabukasan Ramboyong, Maria Cecilia Jaballa Survey and Documentation of Quezon’s Local Heroes: Remedios Salazar, Olivia Palanca, Basis for Creating a Course Book Cresencio Jaballa Survey and Documentation of Quezon’s Local Dances Jahzeel Sarmiento, Maria Azela Tamayo, and Folk Songs: Basis for Creating a Course Book Jose Amado Amorado TayabasCo Labor Map and Working Set-Up: Basis for Beverlie H. Garcia, Christopher Joseph Livelihood Policy Proposal Takeda, Edjieson Hachaso Pang-Tribong Gobyerno at Pamamahala ng mga Badjao Milagrosa Lawas, Christopher Joseph sa Lungsod ng Lucena: Implikasyon sa Pagsunod sa mga Takeda, Gilbert H. Garcia Batas Pambansa

86 MSEUF Research and Development Program for Integrating Green Architecture in School Plant and Facilities Assessing the Awareness of Local Government Units of Christopher Mirasol, Melba Sardea, Lucena City in the Development of Green Buildings Genesis Merano MSEUF Research and Development Program for Information Technology and Analytics Solutions Development of a Monitoring System using Pervasive Roselyn Maaño, Ronaldo Maaño, Computing for Apiaries and Meliponiaries Pedro Jose de Castro Mobile-based Monitoring System for Poultry Farm Roselyn Maaño, Rodrigo Belleza, Ronaldo Maaño MSEUF Research and Development Program for Maternal and Infant Health and Control of Infectious and Communicable Diseases Health Behaviors of Indigenous People and Its Esteve Adrian Estiva, Raleen Cortez, Implication on Maternal and Infant Mortality in Quezon Pedro Jose de Castro Province Traditional Remedies Used for Sexual Problems and Pedro Jose de Castro Allied Diseases in Quezon Province Criminology, Public Safety Services and Community Sustainability Research and Development Program of MSEUF Risk Perception in Natural Hazards: The Need for Local Ellaine Concepcion, Monette Tenorio, Education in Coastal Areas in Lucena City Dennis Albert Gonzales

SuRE and Green Physical Plant and Facilities Research and Development Program of MSEUF Design and Development of Digital IC Tester for CETD Ronaldo Maaño, Hannah Shamira Prieto, Laboratory Melissa Serrano Development of a DC Power Supply from a Discard Ronaldo Maaño, Romeo Tagulinao, Computer ATX Power Supply: An Application of Green Melissa Serrano Computing MSEUF Research & Development Program for Developing Quezon Province as Sustainable and Investor-Friendly Community Rehabilitation of Pagbilao Mangrove as a Sustainable Eco- Flormando Baldovino, Romerico Alvarez, Tourism Destination Catherine Limjuco Corn Industry in Pagbilao, Quezon: A Value Chain Romerico Alvarez, Raisa Marizka Ver, Analysis Flormando Baldovino Value Chain Analysis of the Ube Industry in the Third Albert Roces, Ma. Teresa Hidalgo, District of Quezon Justiniano Santos Development of a Guidebook about Ecotourism Sheryl Mae Maliwat-Drio, Jennifer Reyes Destinations in Quezon Province Center for Education and Education Management Research Pedagogical Approaches in Teaching the K to 12 Divinia Glifonea, Carlos Villaester Curriculum: Its impact on the Literacy Acquisition of Basic Education Students in Lucena City Digitization and Organization of the Collection of Myrna Macapia-Casipit, John Erben MSEUF University Museum Renigado, GEobert delos Reyes

To do or not to do Research?: Reexamining Research Aisa Castro, Zoren Alcantara Capabilities of Quezon Librarians

87 Educational Media Resource Center (EMRC) Collection Geraldine Eustaquio, Marisa Mahiya, Assessment and Return of Investment Roger Ibias Assessment of DOST STARBOOKS Usage in Quezon Sheryl C. Farquerabao, May Anyayahan, Province: Basis for Development Plan Buenafe dela Puerta An Assessment of Print Materials and Usage of MSEUF Charlyn Salcedo, Carolina, Engaña, Ryan Library: Basis for Collection Development Plan Joseph Balmaceda Disaster Preparedness and Management of Academic Augusta Rosario Villamater, Liberato Libraries in CALABARZON Albacea, Marietta Enverga Proposed School Management Training Course Based Adrian Maaño, Carina Mogol on the Needs Analysis Conducted for Public Schools Administrators

Papers presented in Research Conferences Faculty researchers of MSEUF participated and presented papers in various national and international research conferences. 10th International Conference on the Asian Association for Lexicography (AsiaLex2016), Century Park Hotel, Manila, June 1-3, 2016 Inventory of Inayta Climate Change Related Felixberto m. Mercado, Adrian d. Maaño Terminologies: Basis for Creating IPCC Glossary Dictionary of Essential Biota among Agta of Alabat Maria Azela L. Tamayo, Pedro Jose L. De Island, Quezon Province, Philippines Castro, Jahzeel l. Sarmiento International Congress on Action Research in Education, Action Research Action Learning (ARAL) 2016, De La Salle University Manila, March 3-5, 2016 A Management Program for School Adminis-trators Adrian D. Maaño Based on the School Based Management System 4th CALABARZON Research and Statistics Forum, Cavite State University, Indang, Cavite, October 20, 2016 Design and Development of a Microcontroller-based Ronaldo C. Maaño Rainfall Monitoring System Design, Development and Validation of Interactive Felixberto M. Mercado, Leah T. Salas, Multimedia Software for Teaching Maritime English Maria Cecilia M. Jalbuena The Labor Markets for Higher Education Graduates of Claudia Odette J. Ayala, Beverlie H. HEIs in the CALABARZON Region Garcia, Milagrosa A. Lawas Women’s Recovery and Adaptation Strategies to Natural Milagrosa A. Lawas Rechelle, Thea G. Disasters in Selected Rural Communities in Quezon Ramboyong Province SOAR-THP National Research Conference on Tourism and Hospitality Queen Margarette Hotel, Domoit, Lucena City, October 7-8, 2016 The Environmental Attributes of Ecotourism Sites in Sheryl Mae A. Maliwat-Drio Quezon Province as a Potential Ecotourism Destination 1st CALABARZON Technology Transfer Day & Investment Forum, Batangas State University – Main Campus I, Batangas City, October 7, 2016 Rainfall Monitoring System Ronaldo C. Maaño Second National Conference on Philippine Studies, Caramoan, Camarines SurMay 5-7, 2016 Ang Lenggwahe/Wika ng mga Badjao Bilang Ilaw ng Elizabeth M. Garcia, Gina R. Catalig, Kanilang Pagkatao sa Baranggay Malitam, Lungsod ng Rechelle Thea G. Ramboyong Batangas

88 2016 Asia Pacific Research Conference in Medical Laboratory Science B Hotel, Quezon City, March 10-12, 2016 Physico-Chemical and Heavy Metal Analysis of Water Carmina V. Tolentino Samples and Redbelly Tilapia (Tilapia Zilli) from Dumacaa and Iyam River in Lucena City, Quezon Province, Philippines 2016 Higher Education Research Conference Commission on Higher Education, Century Park Hotel, Manila, 6-27 July 2016 A Grounded Model for Creating and Maintaining Benilda N. Villenas Research Culture in Higher Education Institutions in Region IV-A (CALABARZON) Design, Development and Validation of Interactive Felixberto M. Mercado, Leah T. Salas, Modules for Teaching Maritime English Maria Cecilia M. Jalbuena

Refereed and Published Research Papers Eight research papers were published as peer reviewed research articles in the MSEUF Research Studies, the institutional research journal of MSEUF which is published once a year by the DCAVRKMI. The MSEUF Research Studies is also published online via the Philippine E-journals, a platform of academic journals and is hosted by the C and E Publishing. – Dr. Benilda N. Villenas. “A Grounded Model for Creating and Maintaining Research Culture in Higher Education Institutions in Region IV-A (CALABARZON)”. – Engr. Evangeline L. Constantino, Engr. Erwin P. Ellazar, Engr. Dhon Nino B. Canela & Engr. Roselyn A. Maaño. “Development and Validation of an Interactive Teaching Module for Statics of Rigid Bodies”. – Dean Maria Corazon B. Valdeavilla, Dario V. Sumande, Richard M. Escritor & David Eric S. Oreta. “Development and Validation of an Interactive Teaching and Learning Modules in Anatomy and Physiology”. – Raymond S. Bermudez, Carina R. Mogol & Eddson A. Guerra. “Development and Validation of an Interactive Game in Teaching Rizal’s Life, Works and Writings”. – Dr. Pedro Jose L. De Castro, Ma. Elizabeth D. Oabel & Dr. Maria Cecilia G. Cantos. “Development and Validation of a Web-Based Self-Assessment Tool in General Chemistry for College Students”. – Maria Azela L. Tamayo, Jahzeel L. Sarmiento, Jake Gates B. Ricablanca & Dr. Jose B. Tan, Jr. “Development and Validation of an AI-Based Courseware for Teaching English Communicative Skills”. – Dr. Monette G. Tenorio, Dennis Albert N. Gonzales & David Eric S. Oreta. “Development and Validation of an Interactive Teaching Module for Teaching Industrial Security Management”.

Research Conference hosted by the DCAVRKMI • MSEUF Research Colloquium Series 22 The MSEUF Research Colloquium is an annual academic gathering where completed research projects of faculty and staff are presented. It also serves as a venue for disseminating and evaluating research outputs. The MSEUF Research Colloquium Series 22 was held 17 December 2016 at the AEC Little Theater, Enverga University, Lucena City.

Externail Linkages and Affiliations of the DCAVRKMI The DCAVRKMI has signed a memorandum of agreement with the Health Research and Development Consortium Region IVA for health research collaborations. The Institute continues to maintain its external linkages and affiliation with the following research organizations and

89 professional associations: – Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC) – CHED-CALABARZON Research Council (CRC) – Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD) – Philippine Association of Institutions for Research (PAIR) – National Research Council of the Philippines (NCRP) – Linguistic Society of the Philippines (LSP) – National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) – Philippine Association for Graduate Education (PAGE) – Southern Tagalog Consortium for Industry and Energy Research and Development (STCIERD) – Regional Research Council – NEDA IVA – OPRKM – Commission on Higher Education

The DCAVRKMI continues to do its mandate to take the lead in research and innovation initiatives of MSEUF in its continuing journey on the road of excellence.

FINANCIAL STANDING The DCAV Research and Knowledge Management Institute has an approved budget of PhP8,890,000.00 (OpEx P8,842,500 and CapEx P47,500) for its operations in 2016. This does not include research grants from external research funding agencies.

GOWING MEMORIAL RESEARCH CENTER Dansalan College Foundation

Dansalan College Foundation, the mother institution of the Peter Gowing Memorial Research Center has established a Branch in Iligan City. Its main building is the Center for Education and Research. It houses the Research Center, administration offices, lecture rooms and the convention hall. The space that houses the Research Center had been completed more than a year ago. Hence, the Research Center has been open for service since February 2016.

Study Center The Collection of Filipino Muslim Materials and Books are now accessible to researchers, scholars, teachers and students who are unable or are constrained, for one reason or another. to go to the main campus in Marawi City. The Collection has been regularly augmented. Electronic copy of reading materials is also available.

Seminars, Conferences, and Staff Development Program Participation in various seminar-workshops served as in-service training for the staff. After 2 part-time staff left for an employment elsewhere, the administration assigned Ms. Laarnie Racman to serve in the Center. Ms. Racman had already finished the academic requirements for a PhD degree in Education. At present, she is preparing for the comprehensive exams and working on her dissertation. To help her get equipped for the work in the Research Center, she was sent to Davao City on December 7-8, 2016, to attend the Orientation on Public-Private

90 Partnership and the Capability Building Activity of the Mindanao Knowledge Center members and to participate in the Mindanao-wide Land Suitability Discussion Session. Mr. Darwin Cacdac, Curator, and PGMRC Director Fedelinda B. Tawagon (concurrently serving as President of Dansalan College) attended a 2-day Seminar-Workshop on Research Journal Writing and Publication on February 4-5, 2016, at Mahogany Hills, Iligan City. Dr. Safary Wa-Mbaleka from the Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies in Cavite was the speaker and facilitator. The speaker focused his presentation on theories of research, qualitative and quantitative research, choosing research titles, formulating survey instruments, writing research reports, basic editing and some tips in getting published. From the seminar- workshop teachers, graduate students and researchers had gained new knowledge and skills in doing research and writing publishable research reports. Meanwhile, per invitation of the United Board for Christian Higher Education In Asia (UBCHEA), President Tawagon attended the Asian University Leaders Program ( AULP) in Hong Kong on October 27-29, 2016 . The Education University of Hong Kong and the Lingnan University jointly sponsored the Asian University Leaders Program to tackle the Theme “Gender and the Changing Face of Higher Education In Asia Pacific” and the different issues relating broadly to gender inequalities in Higher Education. The United Board also collaborated with the Asia Pacific Higher Education Research Partnership (APHERP), a program of the East-West Center of the University of Hawaii, to present to the AULP an additional Senior Seminar on the same topic. Beyond being a participant in the Hong Kong AULP, Director Tawagon served as Moderator in the Forum after the speech of Prof. Kim Eunshil on “Program Development and Resource Building for Women’s Studies in Asia.” Eun-Shil Kim is currently a Professor of Women’s Studies, Director of Korea Women’s Institute (KWI) and the Asian Center for Women’s Studies (ACWS), and Co-Editor of the Asian Journal of Women’s Studies at Ewha Woman’s University in Seoul, Korea. She has been involved in developing the intellectual community of feminist scholars in Asia since 1995 and has done research in the field of women’s bodies, sexuality, nationalism, globalization and migration, feminist knowledge production and post development issues. She worked as the Secretary General for the 2005 Interdisciplinary Congress on Women. She published many articles like “The Discourse of Nationalism and Gender,” “The Cultural Logic of the Korean Modernization Project and its Gender Politics,” “The Formation of Public Sphere and Gender Politics during the Nation-Building Period of the First Republic of South Korea in the 1950s,” “The Politics of Institutionalizing Feminist Knowledge: Discussing ‘Asian Women’s Studies in South Korea” and books Women’s Bodies, the Cultural Politics of Bodies, (co-author) ,Fascism Within Us, (co- author) , etc. For over 20 years now, the Asian Center for Women’s Studies (ACWS) of Ewha Woman’s University in Seoul, Korea has been an active producer and practitioner of Asian feminist knowledge production and institutionalization through diverse joint research projects, educational program and curriculum development, academic publication, and resource building and networking. ACWS opened its doors in 1995 and began instituting Women’s Studies in Asia (WSA) Projects centered on knowledge exchange, theory and practice in 1996. Of great significance was a 3-year WSA project (1997-2000) sponsored by the United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia known as “Curriculum Development of Women’s Studies in Asia.” The project promoted the development of Women’s Studies in Asia by enabling a cross-comparison of Women’s Studies histories and development in Korea, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Thailand. Having the chance to converse and interact with women leaders in Asia provided the Director additional insights on feminism and woman empowerment. Further, the Director was involved in designing the program and formulation of the Curriculum for the Institute of Leadership and Management Program. Try-out of the Curriculum

91 and the Training Design was done in November 2016. Target groups of the Institute were the heads of schools and church leaders of the United Church of Christ in the Philippines. PGMRC also conducted a seminar-workshop on October 27-28, 2016 on Community Resiliency Model for public and private school teachers of Basic Education in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur, and Lanao del Norte. Resource persons were Dr, Vigilanda M. Solijon, Chancellor of the Institute of Integrative and Natural Health Sciences of Colton, California, USA and Prof. Jo Reme Roca,LMFT, Clinical Therapist, San Bernardino County Children’s Assessment Center, California, USA. The Community Resiliency Model is a biological intervention that has the following goals: 1. To help participants learn to stabilize their nervous system so that they can be in their Resilient Zone more often for longer periods of time. 2. To help participants feel more whole in mind, body and spirit. When people have learned the Community Resiliency Model Skills (CRM), they begin to learn about the biology behind their behaviors and symptoms and they no longer perceive their symptoms as personal weakness. Individuals trained in CRM skills are now able to tell the difference between sensations of distress and sensations of comfort and calm. CRM teaches that: 1. Human beings respond to stressful and traumatic experiences in similar ways. 2. Human beings are resilient – they are able to bounce back to their best selves after difficult life experiences. 3. There is a biological reaction common to most of humanity after traumatic experiences when there is life lost and/or life threat. A person is having a common experience to an extraordinary life experience. It is about biology not human weakness. 4. Current scientific research shows that the brain can be changed. 5. The more one uses the skills , the better he will start to feel. 6. The symptoms connected to the traumatic or stressful event can be like a magnetic pull, but just as the body is hard-wired to survive, it is also hard-wired to recover and heal. Once a person learns the CRM skills he can pass and share those to family, friends and the wider community.

In addition to CRM, the resource persons conducted sessions on Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE). Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are potentially traumatic events that can have negative, lasting effects on health and well-being. These experiences range from physical, emotional, or sexual abuse to parental divorce or the incarceration of a parent or guardian. Both topics were useful to basic education teachers in dealing with students who may have become victims of domestic abuse and hostile environment resulting from the rebel encounters with the military in areas of conflict. The Director had also attended the 6th National Congress of the Coordinating Council of Private Educational Associations (COCOPEA) on February 18 to 19, 2016 at the Monet Ballroom of Novotel Araneta Center in Quezon City. The program included the Presidential Forum which intended to be an avenue to engage the Presidential candidates regarding their education agenda for the country. Educational leaders, school administrators and student leaders were the participants in the said Congress. Other Conferences/Conventions that the Director got involved in as facilitator, moderator, and/or as participant were: CREATE General Assembly in La Trinidad, Benguet; ACSCU National Convention in Baguio City; National Assembly of Accredited Institutions in Tubao, La Union.

Visitors and Researchers Some guests who visited the Research Center were: Former Dansalan College Foundation President, Rev. Dr. Lyod Van Vactor and his family on December 14, 2016. They came all the way

92 from Seattle, USA and from Alaska. The Maissie Van Vactor’s Collection (named after his wife who was responsible in developing the Collection) of Muslim Filipino was highlighted during their visit. Other guests were: Dr. Daniel Dial, former president of Mountain View College, Bukidnon, ( March 11, 2016); Dr. Myrna Carreon, President of Union Christian College, San Fernando, La Union and her management staff ; Prof. Pio Baconga , President of Pilgrim Christian College, Cagayan de Oro City, and some Pilgrim office staff, ( April 21, 2016.) Some researchers and graduate students of the local university and colleges were the top users of the Research Center’s Collection and other library resources.

Administration Priorities Digitization of library materials, development of library portal, acquisition of research journals (via exchange or subscription), and publication of relevant researches are given top priority in the next months by the administration. It is hoped that qualified researchers and staff could be recruited as soon as possible.

INSTITUTE OF PHILIPPINE CULTURE Ateneo de Manila University

The Institute of Philippine Culture (IPC) is a multidisciplinary research organization of the School of Social Sciences of the Ateneo de Manila University. Founded in 1960 by Frank Xavier Lynch, SJ, an anthropologist, it seeks a better understanding of culture and society in the Philippines and other Asian countries, an improved quality of life for disadvantaged groups, and a more peaceful, just, and equitable national and global society. The fulfillment of the IPC’s goals is anchored on research, the major focus of its activities. Two other principal areas of competence emanate from this knowledge base: capacity building and networking, and knowledge dissemination.

RESEARCH With Ford Foundation grant funds, the Institute of Philippine Culture finances and conducts theoretically grounded studies on topics it deems of interest. It also carries out externally-funded studies on various research topics on Philippine culture and society, in response to the knowledge and field-level needs of national and local government, nongovernment organizations, and international agencies. The following eleven IPC research projects were either initiated, completed, or were ongoing in calendar year 2016: Partner Organization (if any) and Project Title of Research Project Duration Consultancy on Identifying Options for an Urban Funded by The World Bank (initiated in July Community-Driven Development Program in the 2015; ongoing) Philippines Determinants of Resiliency in Primary Health Care Funded by the IPC (initiated in June 2015; Delivery in the Philippines ongoing) COMPETEN-SEA (WP5) Capacity to organize massive Funded by the Erasmus+ Capacity Building public educational opportunities in universities of in Higher Education (initiated in October Southeast Asia 2016; ongoing)

93 Documentation of Good Practices of the ILO Funded by the International Labour Programme for Local Economic Development through Organization (ILO) (initiated in November Enhanced Governance and Grassroots Empowerment 2016; ongoing) (PLEDGE) Deployment of eHealth TABLET (Technology Assisted Funded by the Philippine Council for Health Boards for LGU Efficiency and Transparency) with Research and Development (initiated in June PCB (PhilHealth Primary Care Benefit) System in 450 2014; ongoing) Selected LGUs Nationwide Expanding the capability framework: Determining Funded by the IPC (initiated in June 2016; the relationship among income, capability gap, and ongoing) organization citizenship behaviors (an IPC Merit Research Award granted to Mendiola Teng-Calleja) Vote of the Poor 2016: Bottom-up Perception of Funded by the IPC (initiated in January Electoral and Political Strategies 2016; ongoing) Inventory of the Architectural Heritage of Manila and Funded by the Society for the Preservation the Rest of Metro Manila: 1571-1960 of Philippine Culture, Inc. (initiated in May 2008; ongoing) The Ateneo Cultural Laboratory: Fostering Pride of Funded by the IPC and managed by the Place Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Ateneo de Manila University (initiated in May 2011; ongoing) Growing Social Development Institutions: A Manual Co-funded by the Office of the President, for Transforming Communities Ateneo de Manila University (initiated in November 2012; ongoing) Armed Conflict, Natural Disasters, Urban Co-funded by the Center for Coordination Development, and Population Displacements in the of Research, International Federation of Philippines: Generating Knowledge for Understanding Catholic Universities (initiated in May 2012; and Action ongoing)

In 2016, the Institute of Philippine Culture also hosted fifteen Visiting Research Associates from seven countries—Australia, Canada, China, France, Japan, Span, Germany, Switzerland, and the USA. Their topics of study include: Philippine history; urban change; disaster risk, climate change, and the environment; agriculture; political systems; migration; and linguistics.

CAPACITY BUILDING AND NETWORKING The following activities were conducted under the IPC’s Capacity Building and Networking Programs in 2016: • Financially and academically assisted ten scholars under the Institute of Philippine Culture – Department of Sociology and Anthropology (AdMU) Scholarship Program for Young Filipino Social Science Professionals; • Financed the Ateneo Cultural Laboratory or ACL (a three-week, six-unit summer course administered by the Department of Sociology and Anthropology for AdMU students and external professionals focused on the study, observation, and promotion of cultural heritage of particular Philippine cities or towns), and • Trained over 426 cities and municipalities, 23 provinces and one regional government (ARMM) in the Philippines for eHealth capacity.

KNOWLEDGE DISSEMINATION Research Results Presentations / Public Lectures / Conferences In calendar year 2016, the Institute of Philippine Culture disseminated the results of IPC research projects in six research fora or round table discussions held at the Ateneo de Manila

94 University and a research dissemination forum held during the CBCP 112th Plenary Assembly in Mandaue City, Cebu. It sponsored five public lectures of IPC Visiting Research Associates and hosted an international conference workshop for a Visiting Research Associate, in partnership with Center for Integrated Area Studies, Kyoto University. The IPC also organized two online roundtable discussions and one film showing derived from an institutional project with funds fromthe University of Lausanne, the Graduate Institute Geneva and the Swiss Network for International Studies. The Institute was also involved in organizing one international conferences, held in Jakarta, Indonesia. It also sponsored an IPC panel at the 38th Annual Conference of the Ugnayang Pang-Agham Tao, Inc. (UGAT) held at the Ateneo de Manila University;

FINANCIAL STANDING The IPC remains in very good financial standing because of its substantial Current Assets (e.g., cash in bank) and Current Investments (e.g., time deposits).

KAISA PARA SA KAUNLARAN

RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS Tulay Fortnightly, Chinese-Filipino Digest continues to roll out to subscriber severy other Tuesday. This publication, which first came out in 1988, maintains its role of providing a “bridge of understanding between two cultures and two generations.” The publication gives a regular roundup of news and events, as well as issues and concerns that affect the Chinese-Filipino community and the mainstream society. 2016 saw a digital version of Tulay offered to subscribers. Below are the highlights in Tulay for 2016: – Austria, Jose Alain. “The lions of Mingsheng Wenyan.”Tulay Fortnightly, January 10-February 1, 2016. – See, Meah Ang. “Spirit of EDSA,” March 1-14, 2016. – W.H. Wu. “The Philippines in the Selden Map.” April 5-18, 2016. – “16th century networks beyond China’s empire,” “The story of Li Dan,” “The Philippines in Dong Xi Yang Kao,” “Names of Philippine places mentioned in 東西洋考.” May 10- 23, 2016. – W.H. Wu. “Luo Wenzao (羅文藻): Product of the Philippines – the first bishop of China.” May 24-June 20, 2016. – De La Cruz, Eduardo Chan. “Relative Finder: Saga after the storm.” July 5-18, 2016. – Ancheta, Angelo B. “Domingo de Salazar, O.P.: First bishop of the Philippines.” August 9-22, 2016. – Galang, Jely A. “Buddhist, laborer, undocumented: The case of Chieng Liang-un in Leyte, 1891.” September 20-October 3, 2016. – Hu-deHart, Evelyn. “Americas’ first Chinatown: The Parian of Manila,” October 18-31, 2016. – See, Teresita Ang. “Sowing seeds of love and human compassion the Tzu Chi way.” December 2016-January 16, 2017.

95 Integration (Yong-Hap), the Chinese-language counterpart of Tulay, is a weekly supplement published in the Chinese-language daily World News. The full-page supplement discusses issues affecting the Chinese community, analyzes the Chinese role in addressing the concernsPhilippine society, and provides insights about Filipinos and the Philippine nation for the benefit of the older generation Chinese. It is now on its 1517th issue. Chinese-language speaking researchers have always cited the articles in the supplement in their work on Chinese overseas.

ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES Paper presentations, participation in local and international conferences, lectures and workshops conducted by Kaisa volunteers – Meah Ang See and Teresita Ang See Presentation Title Event Title/ Organizer 40 Years of Unwavering Philippines-China Asian Studies Society, University of Santo Tomas Friendship The West Philippine Sea: Beyond Issues of Philippine Navy Sovereignty and Territory Gender and Development Issues and Philippine Veterans Affairs Office Concerns Chinese Filipinos in Canada: An Exploratory International Society for the Study of Chinese Study Overseas, Vancouver, Canada From Sangley and Instik to Huaren and 109th Annual Meeting of the Pacific Coast Branch of Tsinoy – Ethnic Identity Formation and the American Historical Association, Kona, Hawai‘i Transformation Integration, Culture Change and Identity Philippine Association for Chinese Studies; Philippine Transformation: The Tsinoy in the SCS/WPS Institute for Peace, Violence and Terrorism Research; Discourse Confucius Institute of Ateneo de Manila New Trajectories in Chinese Overseas Society on Overseas Chinese Studies Conference in Research: A Reflection Taipei, Chiayl, Taiwan Why Study Chinese? University of Sto. Tomas, Scarlet AB, the Filipino & Chinese Multicultural Socio Civic Student Organization, Philippine Malabon Cultural Institute In Search of a China Strategy: Unpacking Asia Pacific Pathways to Progress Foundation, Inc. the Bilateral and Regional Dynamics of (APPFI), UPD Philippines-China Relations Transformation, Integration and Identity Asia Pacific Children’s Museum Conference, Formation Honolulu, Hawaii The Chinese Filipinos in the 21st Century Overseas Chinese and the “Belt and Road” Maritime Silk Road and the Strategic International Academic Conference & Think Tank Management of the SCS/WPS Discourse Forum Facilitator: SOCSKSARGEN Museum General Santos City Handlers Training and Workshop Resource person for various media outfits that featured Bahay Tsinoy, a museum of the Chinese in Philippine life: - Asenso Pinoy (ABSCBN), Kabuhayang Swak naSwak (ABSCBN), Channel News Asia, Kids HQ, - Chinese New Year – CNN Philippines - Chinese Food in PH - Brigada, GMA News TV - Chinese in PH in the WPS Discourse - Manila Shimbun

96 Bahay Tsinoy EXHIBITS and other KAISA PARA SA KAUNLARAN activities • PASINAYA 2016: BahayTsinoy joined the annual Arts festival of the Cultural Center of the Philippines, giving calligraphy lessons and making small lanterns at the museum. Three musical groups performed at the museum as part of the festival. • FENG SHUI or FENGPHOOEY: Architect Ka Kuen Chua, a feng shui practitioner for a decade, sifted through what fengshui reallymeant. • ANCIENT BUDDHIST MANUSCRIPTS: In 2011, 2,000 year old manuscripts were found inside caves tucked behind the Buddha statues blown up in Bamiyan, Afghanistan. The Buddhist Minister of Thailand, Venerable Phrabrommasith, personally brought the four relics to Manila, as part of its Southeast Asian tour for 2016. • DIALOGUES: Two round-table dialogues on the Chinese in the Philippines vis-à-vis the West Philippine Sea discourse were held with graduate students and professors of Ateneo de Manila University, Jinan University and Xiamen University

Various exhibits on Chinese food in the Philippines, Chinese new year, China’s Jiangsu province, and China’s ethnic monitories were mounted in universities and malls around the metropolis.

KAISA HERITAGE CENTER/BAHAY TSINOY: BahayTsinoy Museum received more than 100 institutions/ groups comprising 18,021 persons. The Chinben See Memorial Library remains the go-to research destination for those interested in the Chinese in the Philippines. It received 118number of researchers in 2016, delving into topics like food, the Japanese occupation, Binondo architecture, Tuason family on 1700s and LOI 270.

Social Development Work • Alay Medisina: Running for 28 years, Alay Medisina volunteers continue to distribute medicine to patients at the Philippine General Hospital every Tuesday. A total P872,571.71 was spent to serve 328patients. As well, Kaisa contributed 100 packs of goodies to PGH’s annual Christmas gift giving event and rice donation in Dec. to Cagayan Province after typhoon Lawin. • Dugomo, Buhayko: Annual blood donation drive in partnership with the Philippine Red Cross. This event is Kaisa’s way of celebrating its anniversary in August, and has been ongoing since 2001.Forty bags of blood were received by the PRC this year. • Tsinoys in Nation Building: a consortium of 7 small Chinese-Filipino organizations teamed up to conduct workshops for three communities in Baseco, Tondo, Manila • Community-based Health Care Program Seminar, September 17, 2016 • Tui-Na Kalusugan at Kabuhayan Seminar, October 14-16, 2016 • Other charitable donations: Kaisa continues to channel donations from our network to recipients in various communities – Construction materials were delivered to Nauhan, Mindoro for residents whoneeded to rebuild houses after being hitby Typhoon Nona. – Old clothes, beddings, towels for Pangarap Foundation, Libertad, Pasay City – The Seng Guan Buddhist Temple donated a total of 170 kg of rice which were distributed to: He Cares Mission Foundation: Street Children Caring Center Baptist Churches of the Philippines (Laguna) Damas de Feilipinas Orphanage (Paco Settlement) Akbayan Party

97 Kanlungan sa Er-Ma 100 indigent patients at Philippine General Hospital Five selected families from Baseco compound and some street dwellers in Intramuros, Manila

FINANCIAL STANDING Kaisa remains financially stable and viable in 2016, with funding coming from various sources.

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR SOCIAL WORK EDUCATION, INC.

ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES Integration of Gender and Gender Responsive Case Management (GRCM) in the undergraduate curriculum. NASWEI, in cooperation with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), with fund support coming from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), engaged into a collaborative undertaking towards the integration of gender and Gender Responsive Case Management (GRCM) in the outcomes-based Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) curriculum. Three levels of validation-workshops were conducted which were participated in by NASWEI member-schools, results of which were presented to the NASWEI Board for further enhancement. The final session was conducted with the the CHED-Technical Committee for Social Work, which gave the critique, and consequently, recommended to CHED, acceptance of the enhanced OBE syllabi.

International Conference on Social Work Last July 5 and 6, 2016, the Asian & Pacific Islander Social Work Educators Association (APISWEA) in the United States, in collaboration with the Philippine Social Work Consortium (PSWC) chaired by NASWEI, and the Consuelo Foundation, conducted the International Conference on Social Work at the Manila Hotel. More than 200 local and international delegates participated in APISWEA’S 6th annual conference which was first in the Philippines. The theme of the conference was “Social Innovation, Technology and Disaster Recovery – Creating Opportunities for Global Exchange”. The conference focused on meaningful discussions on evidence-based social work practice, theory development, innovative methods in service delivery and education geared at improving disaster resilience, social innovation, communiy development, and the promotion of social justice.

Participation in the Skills Training Program for Community Resiliency Model (CRM) More than 25 representatives of NASWEI member schools participated in the Skills Training Program for CRM held last July 9-11, 2016 at Lex Hotel in Cebu City. The participants were able to learn simple, biologically based skills to help individuals and communities get back to balance in body, mind and spirit. They were able to understand the common reacions resulting from individual or communal trauma such as poverty, racism, family violence, natural and human-made disasters.

98 Each participant was encouraged to teach CRM wellness skills to their families and communities. In concrete, two (2) NASWEI member schools started to integrate CRM in the undergraduate curriculum and taught the CRM skills to students. The social work educators also made a commitment to teach CRM to colleagues, partner organizations and communities.

INSTITUTIONAL AND/OR ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES The 47th Biennial Convention of NASWEI The Biennial Convention of NASWEI was held last November 23-25 at The Oriental Hotel in Legazpi City, Albay. The theme of the convention was “Responding to the Challenges of ASEAN Integration in Promoting the Worth and Dignity of People”. The convention achieved the following objectives: 1) touch base with the challenges of the ASEAN integration; 2) share experiences in responding to these challenges; and 3) establish a network of partners in the ASEAN region. After the keynote speech, inspiring messages and paper presentations aligned to the theme, the 200 participants elected their new set of officers from 2016 to 2018. Dr. Melba Manapol, Head of the Social Work Department of the Ateneo de Davao University, was elected new President of NASWEI.

Accreditation of NASWEI as PRC-CPD Provider Last October 10, 2016, NASWEI’s application to the Professional Regulation Commission as Continuing Professional Development (CPD) provider was approved with Accreditation N. 2016-006, expiring on May 2, 2018. Two (2) NASWEI activities were granted CPD units by the CPD Council: the International Conference on Social Work with 21.5 units and the 4th Biennial Convention with 9 units.

Establishing and Strengthening Local and International Linkages Local Linkages • CHED-Technical Committee for Social Work The NASWEI President is a member of the CHED Technical Committee for Social Work. The committee is tasked to ensure the quality of social work education in the Philippines. • PRC-Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Council NASWEI is also represented in this council, together with organizations like the Philippine Association of Social Workers, Inc. (PASWI) and the PRC which regularly meet to address concerns related to the continuous development of social work practitioners. • Consuelo Foundation, Inc. In 2016, Consuelo Foundation, Inc. proved to be a vital partner in NASWEI’s thrust in providing financial support to programs that will address the professional development of social work practitioners. • Philippine Association of Social Workers, Inc. (PASWI) While NASWEI’s collective efforts focus on the sustenance of quality education, PASWI serves the needs of Social Work graduates in professional practice. Hence , NASWEI and PASWI make a powerful twin organization in keeping the Social Work profession alive and relevant. • Philippine Social Work Consortium Since 2013, NASWEI has been an active member of nine (9) social work/social welfare organizations, to wit: Department of Social Welfare and Development; Association of Local Social Welfare and Development Officers of the Philippines, Inc., Association of Medical Social Workers of the Philippines, DOH League of Medical Social Workers, Philippine

99 Association of Court Social Workers, National Council for Social Development, Association of Child Caring Agencies of the Philippines, and PASWI. NASWEI was chair of the consortium in 2015 and 2016 and two of its major accomplishments were the hosting of the international convention on social innovation, technology and disasters, and the generation of resources to support the PSWC projects and activities. • Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) NASWEI was able to sustain its linkage with DSWD in the enhancement of Social Work instruction through seminars on social protection, gender and development, and Gender Responsive Case Management.

International Linkages NASWEI’s partnership with the following organizations did not only help enhance the Social Work curriculum but it also provided technical and financial support to ensure that plans are translated into concrete action. – The international linkages include the following organizations: – United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) – United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) – Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC) – Asian and Pacific Islander Social Work Educators’ Association (APISWEA) – ASEAN Social Work Consortium (ASWC)

FINANCIAL STANDING The main source of income of NASWEI comes from institutional and associate membership dues and registration fees in conferences/conventions. The sale from books, journals also adds to the financial resources of the association. The last two (2) years, however, was quite encouraging because the association was able to generate substantial amount from funding proposals approved, mostly, by international organizations. The Policies on Fund Management have been formulated which help ensure security of the financial resources of the association.

NATIONAL TAX RESEARCH CENTER

ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES With the promise of the Duterte Administration of instituting real positive change which include among others, a comfortable life for all, improved public services, more and better jobs, more money in the people’s pockets, and a safe, healthy and peaceful communities, a Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion is proposed. The tax reform package aims to create a simpler, fairer and more efficient tax system characterized by low rates and broad base that can promote investment, create jobs and reduce poverty. It consists of five (5) packages to ensure timely enactment. The first tax reform package is on lowering the personal income tax while broadening the VAT base and increasing the excise taxes on oil and motor vehicles and indexing them to inflation. Other administrative measures

100 for legislation also form part of the first package. The bill was already filed in Congress and is being shepherded by the Department of Finance (DOF). The NTRC provided tax studies and other technical inputs in support to the DOF’s Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion. The NTRC also provided technical assistance to Congress through the preparation of concept papers, notes, revenue estimation/simulations on various priority revenue measures. The NTRC conducts the following major studies in support to the legislation of the proposed tax reforms which include, among others: (1) The Philippine Experience with Tax Amnesties; (2) Lifting of the Philippine Bank Secrecy Law; (3) Revenue Performance of the Large Taxpayers Service: 2006-2015; (4) Income Tax Profile of Self-Employed Individuals and Professionals; (5) Profile of Compensation Income Taxpayers; (6) Comparative Excise Taxation of Motor Vehicles in ASEAN Countries; (7) A Review of the Excise Tax on Petroleum Products; (8) A Review of the Documentary Stamp Tax on Small Town Lottery; (9) Review of the Philippine Initial Public Offering Tax; and (10) Feasibility of Imposing a Carbon Tax on the Emissions of Carbon Dioxide in the Philippines. Other completed studies include: (1) Tax Contribution of Women Engaged in Business and Practice of Profession; (2) Gender, Tobacco and Taxation: Cigarette Usage Behavior of Men and Women in the Philippines; (3) A Comprehensive Review of the Philippine Travel Tax; (4) Profile of the Philippine Real Estate Industry and its Contribution to the Philippine Economy; and (5) Taxation of Pawnshops in the Philippines and in the ASEAN Region. The NTRC evaluated 77 Senate and House Bills and other tax proposals coming from Congress as well as from other government agencies and the private sector. Some of these bills have passed into laws such as: RA 10754 or An Act Expanding the Benefits and Privileges of Persons With Disability (PWD) approved on March 23, 2016; RA 10747 or An Act Promulgating a Comprehensive Policy in Addressing the Needs of Persons with Rare Disease approved on March 3, 2016, RA 10771 or An Act Promoting the Creation of Green Jobs, Granting Incentives and Appropriating Funds Therefor approved on April 29, 2016; RA 10801 or An Act Governing the Operations and Administration of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration approved on May 10, 2016; RA 10816 or An Act Providing for the Development and Promotion of Farm Tourism in the Philippines approved on May 16, 2016; and RA 10817 or An Act Instituting the Philippine Halal Export Development and Promotion Program, Creating for the Purpose the Philippines Halal Export Development and Promotion Board, and for Other Purposes approved on May 16, 2016. As Secretariat to the Task Force on the Revision of Fees and Charges, the NTRC monitored the compliance of national government agencies (NGAs) in the revision of fees and charges pursuant to Administrative Order (AO) No. 31. It prepared Report on the Collection from Fees and Charges of NGAs; Update on the Compliance of NGAs With AO 31; Revenue Performance and Status of Revision of Top Fee Collecting Agencies; and TESDA’s Rationalization of Fees. It conducted Seminar on the Fees and Charges Imposed by Top 10 Collecting Agencies. The NTRC also rendered technical assistance in the revision of fees and charges to various government agencies. As Secretariat to the Fiscal Incentives Review Board (FIRB), the NTRC processed and evaluated the applications for tax subsidy by government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs) for consideration of the FIRB Technical Committee and the Board Proper. A total of five (5) Certificates of Entitlement to Subsidy (CES) and five (5) FIRB Resolutions were issued by the Board. The NTRC also provided technical support to the Working Group of the Development Budget Coordinating Committee/Executive Technical Board (DBCC/ETB) and DOF Gender and Development (GAD). It also served as consultant to the Executive Committee on Real Property Valuation pursuant to Department of Finance Order No. 6-2010 (March 12, 2010) and BIR Revenue Memorandum Order No. 41-2010 (April 23, 2010). Zonal values of real properties located in various areas of the country have been reviewed for tax purposes.

101 The NTRC published the NTRC Tax Research Journal (Bimonthly – January-February Issue, March-April Issue, May-June Issue, July-August Issue, September-October Issue and November- December Issue of 2016; 2015 NTRC Annual Report; Guide to Philippine Taxes; Various Public Finance and Other Related Statistics; and NTRC flyers.

INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES The NTRC continues its computerization program aimed at improving its technical, administrative support and service delivery. The NTRC installed a firewall in its computers to ensure efficiency and security in the database management system of the Office. Also, NTRC officials and employees attended various seminars/workshops to keep them abreast of the latest trends and developments on taxation. Selected officials and employees also attended Workshop on the Development of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Requirement and Documentation and Development of ISO 9001:2015 Aligned Quality Manual for NTRC in their effort to establish and implement Quality Management System (QMS) in providing quality products and services that meet client satisfaction and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements. The NTRC also received an award as one of the Most Outstanding Accounting Office in government given by the Association of Government Accountants of the Philippines (AGAP) held at Bohol Tropics Resort on October 19 to 22, 2016.

FINANCIAL STANDING The NTRC is a national government agency (NGA) with an approved budgetary appropriation for FY 2016 under the General Appropriations Act (GAA) in the amount of PhP47.04 million and with total personnel complement of eighty-one (81) as of December 31, 2016.

PHILIPPINE ASSOCIATION FOR CHINESE STUDIES

ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES PACS Participation at National Conferences, Workshops and Other Events • Sidney Christopher Bata, Organizer. 3rd Junior Conference for Chinese Studies organized by the Ricardo Leong Center for Chinese Studies of the Ateneo de Manila University, 14-15 November 2016. • Richard Chu. Guest Speaker. “Gamblers, Slave Holders, and Stowaways: Dressing Down the History of the Chinese in the Philippines under the Early American Colonial Period”, organized by The Philippine-American Educational Foundation, Makati City, June 13, 2016 • Tina Clemente, Presenter, Philippine Economic Vulnerability in Philippines-China Relations, 10th International Conference on Philippine Studies, July 6-8, 2016, Silliman University, Dumaguete City • Ivy Marie Ganadillo.Guest Lecturer. Conference on West Philippine Sea Disputes and Philippine- China Relations, “Arbitration 101: Philippines vs China Case”, organized by Bulacan State University- Sarmiento Campus, 4 March 2016 • Ellen Palanca, Event Convener. “10th Anniversary Celebration of the Ateneo Confucius: An Evening of Filipino and Chinese Music and Culture” in the Ateneo de Manila Univeristy. 9 October 2016. • Lucio Pitlo III. Guest Speaker. “The Duterte Foreign Policy: Political and Ecological Costs of the Chinese Conflict”, 2016 Sentro National Political Summit, ICON Timog Avenue, August 19, 2016.

102 • Jed Aaron Rabena, Presenter. “ASEAN in the Great Power Politics in East Asia” for the ASEAN Youth Leaders’ Association, University of the Philippines, October 2016 • Chito Sta. Romana, Delivered a presentation on the state of PH-CH relations at the Maritime Security Symposium on “The West Philippine Sea: Beyond Issues of Sovereignty and Territory” jointly organized by the Philippine Navy and the Development Academy of the Philippines, 15 June 2016 • Teresita Ange See. Organizer. Exhibit. Ancient Mahayan Manuscripts, 3 April 2016, at Bahay Tsinoy

PACS Participation at International Conferences, Workshops and Other Events • Rommel Banlaoi, Lecturer, “Terrorist Threats in Southeast Asia: Prospects for Philippines- China Counter-Terrorism Cooperation”, organized by the Guangxi University of Nationalities, 26-28 January 2016, Shanghai, China. • Aileen Baviera. Lecturer, “The South China Sea in Philippines-China-US Relations”, Masters class in Cross-Straits Relations; “Philippines-China Relations”, undergraduate lecture, organized by Dr Wu Hsin-Hsing, Ming Chuan University, Taipei, 21 March 2016. • Tina Clemente. Presenter, “Moving Forward with Philippines-China Economic Relations”, Youth Academic Workshop on International Studies, Institute of International Studies, Fudan University, Shanghai, October 11, 2016. • Ellen Palanca. Presenter, “Moving Forward with Philippines-China Economic Relations”, Youth Academic Workshop on International Studies, Institute of International Studies, Fudan University, Shanghai, October 11, 2016 • Lucio Pitlo III. Guest Lecturer, “Philippine Views towards China’s Belt and Road Initiative”, College of ASEAN, Guangxi University of Nationalities, Nanning, China, May 11, 2016 • Aaron Jed Rabena. Presenter. “Philippines-China Relations Under President Rodrigo Duterte: Prospects and Challenges” at the Guangzhou Institute for International Strategy (GIIS), Guangzhou, China, July 2016 • Chito Sta. Romana. Made a presentation on the regional overview of the peace and security situation at a workshop in Hanoi on “Peace and Security in Asia and Europe” sponsored by the Asia Europe People’s Forum, 12 May 2016

Publications by PACS members in books, journals, newspapers • Aileen Baviera. Book Chapter, “The Philippines and the South China Sea Dispute: Security Interests and Perspectives” in Storey, Ian and Lin Cheng-yi. The South China Sea Dispute: Navigating Diplomatic and Strategic Tensions. Singapore: ISEAS Yusok Ishak Institute, 2016. • “Can Anyone really rule the South China Sea?”, The Strait Times, November 20, 2016. http:// www.straitstimes.com/asia/can-anyone-really-rule-the-south-china-sea • Ivy Marie Ganadillo. Commentary: Could it be the Turning Point? President Duterte’s meeting with President Xi, October 18, 2016, Manila Bulletin Print Edition • Robin Michael Garcia. Commentary: The limits and promises of international liberal norms on China, Rappler, July 14, 2016, http://www.rappler.com/thought-leaders/139694- international-liberal-norms-china • Lucio Pitlo III. Commentary: “Breaking the Ice to Warm Relations: Ramos-Fu Track II Meeting and Beyond”, China-US Focus, 17 October 2016, http://www.chinausfocus.com/ foreign-policy/breaking-the-ice-to-warm-relations-ramos-fu-track-ii-meeting-and-beyond • Jed Aaron Rabena. Commentary “Strategic Perceptions and Misperceptions in the South China Sea,” China-US Focus, 20 September, http://www.chinausfocus.com/foreign-policy/ strategic-perceptions-and-misperceptions-in-the-south-china-sea. • Chito Sta. Romana. Chapter on “China’s Foreign Policy and the Territorial and Maritime Disputes Between the Philippines and China” in “A Quest for Regional Solutions: Challenges

103 and Prospects in the South China Sea,” edited by Benedikt Seeman and Marie Antoinette De Jesus (Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, 2016) • Richard Chu and Teresita Ang See “Toward a History of Chinese Burial Grounds in Manila during the Spanish Colonial Period” in Chinese Deathscapes In Insulindia: Archipel 92 pages 63-90: 2016, Editor in Chief: Claudine Salmon

Participation to Workshops, Dialogues, and Other Programs • Rommel Banlaoi. Participant, Second International Conference of the Partnership for Regional Peace: ASEAN-China Strategic Partnership in Southeast Asia organized by National Institute of South China Sea Studies (China), S.Rajaratnam School of International Studies (Singapore) and Center for Strategic and International Studies (Indonesia), 18-19 January 2016, Haikou, Hainan, China. • Aileen Baviera. Participant, Roundtable discussion on regional developments organized by Asia New Zealand Foundation and the New Zealand Institute of International Affairs, Victoria University of Wellington, 31 August 2016. • Tina Clemente. Program Leader, China/Strategic Studies Program 2016, Center for Integrative and Development Studies, University of the Philippines. • Tina Clemente. Project Leader, Oral History of Experts in China/Chinese Studies in the Philippines. • Ivy Marie Ganadillo. Delegate. Young ASEAN Scholars Program on Belt and Road Initiative, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, Beijing, Guilin, Nanning and Guangzhou, China, August 15-22, 2016. • Lucio Pitlo III, Participant. Workshop: Visiting Program for Young Sinologists (Shanghai, 2016), organized by Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences (SASS), and Ministry of Culture Bureau for External Cultural Relations and held at SASS, Shanghai, China, September 4-23, 2016. • Chito Sta. Romana. Participated in the talks in Hong Kong with Chinese officials as part of the special mission headed by President Duterte’s special envoy to China, former President Fidel Ramos, 10-11 August 2016.

INSTITUTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES • Co-Organizer, Bilateral Symposium and Dialogue Beyond Conflict: The Future of Philippines- China Relations, co-organized with Center for Philippine Studies and Institute for Southeast Asia Studies of Jinan University Philippines-China Friendship Club, and Philippine Institute for Peace, Violence and Terrorism Research, 30 July 2016, EDSA Shangri-la Hotel. • Hosting of Jinan University Delegates 25-29 April 2016 PACS General Assembly/Chinese New Year Celebration 5 March 2016 | Miriam College • PACS General Assembly/Chinese New Year Celebration 5 March 2016 | Miriam College • PACS General Assembly/Send-Off Ambassador Designate Chito Sta Romana 3 December 2016 | Confucius Institute at the Ateneo de Manila University

FINANCIAL STANDING The Philippine Association for Chinese Studies has a stable financial foundation and positive financial standing.

104 PALAWAN STUDIES CENTER Palawan State University

INSTITUTIONAL/ORGANIZATIONAL ACTIVITIES • March: The PSC coordinated the regular meeting of the members of the Palawan Historical Association. The local historical group proposed project was the designing of instructional materials for Grade 3 K-12 Araling Panglipunan focusing on culture studies of selected Indigenous peoples of Palawan. • April: The PSC went to the island of Cuyo, one of the oldest Spanish Town and Settlement of Palawan, to coordinate with local officials the possibility of conducting a Town History Writing Project for the said municipality. • August: The PSC attended the National Historical Commission of the Philippines-Local Historical Committees Network National Assembly held at the Waterfront Hotel in Davao City. • December: The PSC was invited and became a member of the Board of Directors of the Palawan Historical Foundation Inc. that manages the Palawan Museum of Puerto Princesa City. The PSC was requested to provide photocopies of its researches or studies to augment Palawan Museum’s own collection

ACADEMIC AND SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES • April: Completed a Socio-Economic and Historical profile of Puerto Princesa from Past to Present as part of the Chemical Youth Research and Book project coordinated with Dr. Michael Tan • September: Conducted a One Day Seminar and Orientation on Historical Research for The Social Studies Department of the Palawan National School as part of their faculty enhancement program. • December: Started preliminary legwork for the Research on the Pagdiwata Rituals of the Tagbanuas as an expression of their World View and Traditional Agricultural practices

PHILIPPINE STUDIES ASSOCIATION

Preparations for ICOPHIL 10 The first four months of fiscal year 2016 were devoted to the groundwork for the International Conference on Philippine Studies (ICOPHIL) 10. Project proposals were sent to The Asia Foundation and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA). The savings generated from the National Conference on Philippine Studies 2014 underwrote the initial preparations, which involved an ocular visit to Silliman University in December 2015 by PSA President and ICOPHIL Convener, Dr. Bernardita R. Churchill and ICOPHIL Program Coordinator, Dr. Clement C. Camposano. Our international partners extended financial support for ICOPHIL. ICOPHIL Founding Chair Dr. Belinda Aquino and the Philippine Studies Group (PSG/SEAC/AAS), as well as the US- Philippines Society (Washington, D.C.) provided additional funding for the conference. These funds were sufficient to underwrite major expenses in the preparatory stage of the conference.

105 The large number of proposals submitted to the organizing committee proved to be a challenge, even as it reflected growing interest in scholarly explorations on the Philippines and things Filipino. After a two-week extension from the original 1 December 2015 deadline, a total of 201 individual paper abstracts and 64 pre-formed panel abstracts were received by the committee for deliberation. The unprecedented number of submissions and the limits imposed by a three-day conference schedule compelled the organizing committee to choose not only the proposals that responded to the themes articulated in the Call for Papers, but also those of exceptional quality. The individual papers and the panel presentations traversed a broad scope, revealing trends, tensions, and new trajectories in Philippine studies. Sub-themes ranged from the multiple expressions of identity and power, recent developments in art and culture, indigenous and local knowledges, historical studies, migration, political economy of commodities, approaches to disaster management, the politics of gender, ethnicity, and border crossings.

ICOPHIL Conference Proper The 10th International Conference on Philippine Studies (ICOPHIL 10) was held from 6-8 July 2016 at Silliman University, in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental. The three-day conference gathered 331 local and foreign participants, including 225 paper presenters and discussants organized into 66 parallel sessions and three plenary sessions, to include the opening session. All plenary sessions, opening and closing ceremonies, and pre-registration and registration activities were held at the Claire Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium. Parallel sessions were held in the historic 98-year-old Guy Hall, as well as in the Mary Marques Smith Hall, and the Villareal Hall. Meals were served in the University Gymnasium. Vehicles, including a prototype tartanilla (on one occasion and on special request), were provided to shuttle participants from one building to another, although most participants navigated the campus on foot. Sillliman University President, Dr. Ben S. Malayang III, keynoted the opening session; the welcome message was delivered by Silliman University Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Betsy Joy Tan. Philippine Studies Association (PSA) President and ICOPHIL Conference Convener, Prof. Dr. Bernardita R. Churchill, gave the conference overview while a message by Prof. Dr. Belinda Aquino, Founding Chair of the International Council of Philippine Studies (ICOPHIL) and PSG Chair for many years, was read by PSA Vice President Dr. Clement C. Camposano. Two other plenary sessions were held. On July 7, the session included presentations by Dr. Steven Rood, Philippine Representative of The Asia Foundation and Ms. Iremae Labucay of the Social Weather Stations; Dr. Earl Jude Paul L. Cleope, presenting on the history and mission/ vision of Silliman University (with collaborators from Silliman University, including Dr. Ben Malayang, Prof. Carlos Magtolis Jr., and History Chair Regan P. Jomao-as; and Prof. Dr. Maria Cynthia Rose B. Bautista of the University of the Philippines (UP) and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). On July 8, the plenary session featured presentations by Ambassador John F. Maisto, President of the Philippines-US Society based in Washington, D.C., and Dr. David L. Szanton of the University of California Berkeley and the University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa. Certificates of Recognition were presented to pioneers of the Philippine Studies Association and ICOPHIL/EUROPHIL Conferences, the second such occasion this was done, the first at the Philippine Studies Association National Conference in November 2014 at the National Museum. The honorees were Belinda A. Aquino (Professor emeritus, University of Hawai’i at Manoa - received by Patricio N. Abinales and Lance D. Collins), Maria Cynthia Rose B. Bautista (Commission on Higher Education and UP Diliman), and Otto van den Muijzenberg (University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands - received by Rosanne Rutten). A total of 66 parallel sessions were held on a broad range of topics. Each session was chaired and moderated by either a presenter or panel convener. In several sessions, a reactor or

106 a discussant enriched the discussions and open forums that followed the presentations. Each parallel session included between three to four papers, and on a rare occasion, a maximum of five papers. The sessions gave many of the participants the chance to network with fellow scholars and Filipinists working on the same or similar research tracks. In all, there were 331 registered participants in the conference, mostly from the disciplines of the Social Sciences and the Humanities, including the conference organizers from the Philippine Studies Association and Silliman University. Of the total number, 231 were based in the Philippines, while 100 were based abroad. Around 300 academic departments, colleges, institutes, and 13 universities were represented. A few of the participants were independent researchers and independent artists. [N.B. Total number of presenters listed in the program – 283; plenary speakers – 5; participants who cancelled participation and others who simply did not show up (”no shows”) – 58. Total number of papers presented – 225.] Of the 231 Philippines-based participants, 156 were from Metro Manila, 25 from the rest of Luzon, 38 from the Visayas, and 12 from Mindanao. The following countries were represented by the 101 participants based abroad, with the United States and Japan having the most number of participants: Australia, 6; Belgium, 1; Brunei, 1; Canada, 5; PROC-China (Macao, Hong Kong), 2; Japan, 23; The Netherlands, 2; Nigeria, 1; Singapore, 3; South Africa, 1; Spain, 3; United Kingdom, 2; United States, 51.

Election of PSA Board of Trustees 2017-2019 Towards the end of the conference, PSA President Bernardita R. Churchill called for the election of a new Board of Trustees. Elected to the Board were the following: – Mary Louise A. Bolunia (National Museum) – Clement C. Camposano (University of Asia and the Pacific) – Victoria R. Cayton (University of Asia and the Pacific) – Tina C. Clemente (UP Diliman) – Earl Jude Paul L. Cleope (Silliman University) – Lance D. Collins (Independent Fil-Am Scholar, Hawai’i) – Bernardita R. Churchill (UP Diliman-Retired) – Elizabeth L. Enriquez (UP Diliman) – Crisanta N. Flores (UP Diliman) – Marco Stefan B. Lagman (UP Diliman) – Anthony D. Medrano (University of Wisconsin-Madison) – Teilhard D. Paradela (University of British Columbia, Canada) – Saliba B. James (University of Maidiguri, Nigeria) – Maria Jovita E. Zarate (UP Open University) – PSSC Executive Director, Amaryllis T. Torres serves in an ex-officio capacity, the PSSC usually serving as the PSA/ICOPHIL Conference Secretariat.

On July 27, the elected members of the Board held a preliminary meeting to set the terms for the turnover, and to attend to pending tasks, the most pressing of which are the submission of Terminal Reports to the The Asia Foundation (TAF - submitted); the US-Philippines Society (Washington, D.C. – submitted); the Philippine Studies Group (PSG), Southeast Asia Council (SEAC), Association for Asian Studies (AAS) USA; and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts. There was also the task of completing the documents required for DSWD accreditation which was done with the support and assistance of NCCA and PSSC, and the consolidation of ICOPHIL papers for review and possible publication. The newly elected board members resolved to form a transition committee whose functions will be to attend to the post-ICOPHIL 10 tasks, and to start mapping new directions for the organization. The term of the new Board begins on 1 January 2017, and until that time the business of the organization was managed by the transition committee.

107 By the end of the year (13 November), and picking up from decisions taken during the 27 July meeting, the board finalized the designation of the following members of the Executive Committee: President Clement C. Camposano Vice President Crisanta N. Flores Secretary Maria Jovita E. Zarate Treasurer Elizabeth L. Enriquez

The Board resolved that outgoing PSA President Bernardita R. Churchill, who served from 2003-2016, will be declared President emeritus, “in recognition of her many years of tireless, outstanding, and distinguished service on behalf of Philippine Studies scholars around the world, and of her deep knowledge …regarding the history of the community of Philippine Studies scholars, and of Philippine Studies scholarship more generally….” During this period, the strategic directions of the organization were mapped, and the key activities spelled out. For 2017, PSA will strive for a more dynamic presence in Philippine Studies scholarship. Activities will include the co-hosting of the Pandaigdigang Kongreso sa Mga Pag- aaral Hinggil sa Filipinas sa Wikang Filipino with the Komisyon ng Wikang Filipino (KWF) as the main organizer, the launching of the PSA journal Filipinas and PSA Newsletter, as well as the setting up of a dedicated PSA website.

LINKAGES The PSA has a longtime linkage with the Philippine Studies Group (PSG) of the Association for Asian Studies (AAS), based at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, the PSG being one of the country committees of the Southeast Asia Council (SEAC) of the AAS. The PSA President emeritus sits in the PSG Advisory Council. The PSG provided a conference grant to ICOPHIL 2016, thru Cherubim A. Quizon (Seton Hall University, New Jersey) then PSG Secretary General. The current Secretary General is Megan Thomas (UC Sta. Cruz). The PSA is also linked with the International Philippine Studies Conferences Council (ICOPHIL) where the PSA President currently serves as ICOPHIL Chair with the primary responsibility of convening the ICOPHIL Conferences every 4 years alternately at a foreign venue and a Philippine venue. The 11th ICOPHIL conference is scheduled in 2020, at the Universidad de Alicante, Spain, with the following conveners: Prof. Pedro Aullón de Haro and Prof. Isaac Donoso, Departamento de Filologías Integradas. Bernardita R. Churchill, now PSA President emeritus, is the 11th ICOPHIL Convener/ICOPHIL Chair. Preparations for the 11th ICOPHIL Conference will commence in 2018 with the holding of a pre-ICOPHIL Conference in the Philippines.

FINANCIAL STANDING At the close of 2016, the Philippine Studies Association Inc. finds itself in a healthy financial position. It successfully held the 10th ICOPHILwith financial backing from its supporters and funds generated from conference fees paid by over 300 participants. Financial contributions were received from The Asia Foundation (TAF), the US-Philippine Society, Dr. Belinda Aquino, and the US-based Philippine Studies Group. The National Commission for Culture and the Arts approved a funding grant, approval and release contingent upon the approval of DSWD accreditation for CSOs (Civil Society Organizations) receiving government funding (a new DBM requirement in 2016). Accreditation was awarded on November 28, 2016 (after the ICOPHIL Conference in July). The release of the funds from NCCA is anticipated with the submission of the ICOPHIL Terminal Report. The Association’s financial reserve at the close of 2016 is estimated to adequately fund its projects in 2017, such as the publication of a journal and a newsletter, which are both planned

108 to become regular publications, the holding of the international conference of the Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) as co-convener, and the operational expenses of PSA in the current year.

POPULATION INSTITUTE University of the Philippines Diliman

The University of the Philippines Population Institute (UPPI) was founded in November, 1964 by Dr. Mercedes B. Concepcion through an initial grant from the Ford Foundation. As an academic unit of the University of the Philippines, it is mandated to carry out the three basic functions of teaching, research and extension service. The UPPI is currently a part of the College of Social Sciences and Philosophy. In 2016, the UPPI has seven (7) full time faculty members, two (2) lecturers, two (2) university researchers and three (3) administrative staff.

TEACHING UPPIn holds the distinction of being the only academic institution in the Philippines that offers graduate courses leading to a Master of Arts degree in Demography (MADEM) and the Master in Population Studies (MPOPS). For the school year 2016-2017, it accepted nine (9) new graduate students, majority of whom have been given fellowship grants or tuition support. In the same period, two (2) students graduated with an MPOPS degree. Table 1 below shows the number of students enrolled by degree program for second semester of academic year 2015-2016 and first semester of academic year 2016-2017:

Table 1. Number of enrolled students for by degree program: second semester, AY 2015-2016 and first semester, AY 2016-2017 No. of Students Degree Program Second semester First semester AY 2015-2016 AY 2016-2017 MA in Demography (MADEM) 18 23 Master in Population Studies (MPOPS) 24 25 TOTAL 42 48

In 2014, the UPPI Alumni Book Award was established as part of its 50th anniversary, through the generous donation of some alumni. The award is given to the student enrolled in at least 9 units who got the highest general weighted average. Ms. Jaycel Hurley and Ms. Denise Hyacinth Joy Musni were the awardees for the second semester of academic year 2015-2016 and for the first semester of academic year 2016-2017, respectively. As awardees, they received a certificate of recognition and a cash award of $100 each.

RESEARCH UPPI continues its major role in implementing cutting-edge research in population and related fields. In 2016, the UPPI conducted one research project (see Table 2). In addition, the faculty and staff were also involved in other research in collaboration with the Demographic Research and Development Foundation as summarized in Table 3.

109 Table 2. List of research projects by UPPI, 2016 Title of Research Project Duration of the Project Partner Organization/s Assessment of the Modified Conditional May, 2016 – April, 2017 United Nations Children’s Cash Transfer Program for Indigenous Fund Peoples in Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (MCCT-IPs in Department of Social Welfare GIDA) and Development

Table 3. List of research involvements of UPPI Faculty and Staff in collaboration with the Demographic Research and Development Foundation (DRDF), 2016 Title of Research Project Duration of the Project Partner Organization/s Young Adult Fertility and Sexuality Survey July, 2015 – April, 2016 Commission on Population 4 Regional Further Studies (YRFS) Multiple Indicator Surveys in UNICEF- April – December, 2016 United Nations Children’s focused municipalities under the 7th Fund Country Program for Children Early Childhood Care and Development May – July, 2016 United Nations Children’s (ECCD) last round of data collection Fund Mortality Study of Filipino Older Persons October, 2016 – May, Demographic Research and based on Death Registration Data: Follow 2017 Development Foundation up of the 2007 Philippine Study on Aging (PSOA) UNFPA Longitudinal Study on the Boy- December, 2016 – United Nations Population Girl Child (Baseline Data Collection February, 2017 Fund Survey) USC Office of Population Studies, Inc.

The faculty and researchers of UPPI are also actively involved in the dissemination of their research outputs, mainly the regional dissemination of the YAFS4 regional papers. It is also reflected in their attendance in various international and local conferences as paper or poster presenters and resource speakers. The list below summarizes these presentations in international conferences in 2016. • Marquez, M.P.N. (2016, January 27). Contraceptive use among young women in the Philippines: Does experience of unintended pregnancy matter? Paper presented at the International Conference on Family Planning, Bali, Indonesia. • Kabamalan, M.M.M. (2016, January 28). Contraceptive use among married cohabiting and sexually active young women in the Philippines. Paper presented at the International Conference on Family Planning, Bali, Indonesia. • Cruz, C.J.P. (2016, April 1). Non-Sexual and Sexual Risk Behaviors and Health of Young Sexual Minorities in the Philippines: Findings from YAFS4. Paper presented at the 2016 Population Association of America Conference, Washington DC, USA. • Cruz, C.J.P., Abalos, J. and Cruz, G.T (2016, March 31). The Influence of Differences in Spousal Age and Education on Marital Satisfaction and Health Status of Older Persons in the Philippines. Poster paper presented at the 2016 Population Association of America Conference, Washington DC, USA. • Ogena, N.B. (2016, November 7). Age Structural Change and Future Ageing in the Philippines. Paper presented at 7th APRU Research Symposium on Ageing in the Asia-Pacific, Beijing China.

110 • Kabamalan, M.M.M. and Villaver, M. (2016, November 10). Characteristics of Couples in International Marriages in the Philippines. Paper presented at the 2016 International Seminar on International Marriage and Labor Migrations in Asia and the Pacific. Seoul, South Korea.

Extension Services As part of its mandate, UPPI continues to provide technical advisory services to government agencies such as the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) and the Department of Health on matters related to population. Its faculty also serves as judge and test formulator for the annual national population quiz jointly organized by the Department of Education and Commission on Population; as well as for the regional level in Metro Manila. The Director of the Institute also serves as a member of the Board of Commissioners of the Commission on Population. UPPI also services other institutions/organizations through the conduct of workshops/training. In partnership with the United States Census Bureau (USCB) and the Demographic Research and Development Foundation, Inc. (DRDF), the UPPI organized a 10-day International Workshop on Demographic Analysis and Population Projections (DAPPS). The workshop was held at the Microtel by Wyndham, UP Technohub, Commonwealth Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City on 11-22 January 2016. The University of the Philippines system provided partial financial support. The workshop was designed to provide training on the fundamental techniques of demographic analysis, data quality evaluation, and population projections using the USCB’s Demographic Analysis and Population Projections System (DAPPS). In addition, the workshop also includes lectures on equally important national and subnational estimates of key measures of fertility, mortality and migration. The workshop instructors were Dr. Peter Johnson, Senior Demographer, International Programs and Dr. Erik Vickstrom, Demographer, Training and Statistical Development Branch both from the USCB. A total of 25 participants attended the workshop who came from five (5) countries across Asia, namely Bhutan, Japan, South Korea, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines and from different offices: 1) Bhutan - Gross National Happiness Commission, Sherubtse College, and National Statistics Bureau; 2. South Korea - Chonnam National University; 3. Sri Lanka - Department of Census and Statistics; and 4. Philippines - Commission on Population, Compassion International, Philippine Statistics Authority, UP School of Statistics and the UPPI. Table 4 presents the other training conducted by the UPPI-DRDF and Table 5 presents the lectures and paper presentations sponsored by UPPI.

Table 4. List of training conducted by the UPPI in 2015 in collaboration with the DRDF, Inc. Training Date/Location Participants Training on Data Analysis Using 11-14 October 2016 PCPD, PSA, ADP Philippines, SPSS UPPI Computer Laboratory Dr. Carlos Lanting College, NEDA, QC-PSTA, OIDCI, Assumption Antipolo, MSU, UP Visayas, IRRI, Jollibee, Haiyan Research Project

Training of Basic Mapping and 12-14 December 2016 Philippine Statistics Authority Advanced Spatial Techniques in UPPI Computer Laboratory personnel QGIS Training on MS Excel Basics 2 & 5 December 2015 UP College of Social Sciences & UPPI Computer Laboratory Philosophy Staff

111 Table 5. Lecture Series and Paper Presentations Name of Lecturer/ Title of Lecture/Presentation Date Presenter & Office Imelda Zosa-Feranil Policy Analysis using Examples from the 11 February 2016 Avenir Health, USA Philippines 2013 NDHS and 2014 Family Planning Effort Scores Bernice Kuang Lecture on Survival Analysis 17 February 2016 University of Southampton Florio O. Arguillas Cornell Introduction to Atlas.ti Software for 22 April 2016 University Qualitative Data Analysis Sabine Henry Benefits of International Migration on 27 October 2016 University of Namur Origin Countries Sabine Henry Ecological Services and Measures of 28 October 2016 University of Namur Biodiversity Sabine Henry Climate and Health 3 November 2016 University of Namur Philip Kelly Migration and Alternative Economies: 6 December 2016 York Centre for Asian Research Non-Capitalist Practices and Imaginaries between Canada and the Philippines

The UPPI hosted Ms. Bernice Kuang, a doctoral student of the University of Southampton in the United Kingdom from February 1 to March 18, 2016 as Visiting Research Fellow. As a Visiting Research Fellow, she collected data for her doctoral dissertation and gave lectures on Survival Analysis and on Population Program Evaluation. Prior to this, she visited the UPPI (in September 2015) for a possible research collaboration, which led to her Visiting Research Fellowship. Through the initiative of Dr. Sabine Henry of the University of Namur, a memorandum of agreement was signed between the University of Namur and the University of the Philippines for an exchange program under the Erasmus + program. As part of this exchange program, the UPPI hosted Ms. Elisabeth Henriet, a doctoral student, and Dr. Sabine Henry, professor of Geography. Ms. Henriet collected data for her doctoral dissertation while Dr. Henry presented three papers. The UPPI on the other hand sent two graduate students, Ms. Maria Celeste Hermida and Ms. Chairmaine Perez to Belgium to attend the University of Namur’s Mobility Program from September to December, 2016. UPPI conducted a planning workshop (May 10, 2016) and together with the DRDF it also conducted a team building activity (May 20-21, 2016).

Financial Standing The UPPI derives financial support from the UP system.

112 PULSE ASIA RESEARCH, INC.

ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES Pulse Asia Research Inc. (PAR Inc.) conducted a record number of surveys and researches in 2016. Project Name Field Work Dates Location Ulat ng Bayan 1st Quarter 2016 March 12 – 18, 2016 Philippines 2nd Quarter 2016 July 2 – 8, 2016 Philippines 3rd Quarter 2016 September 25 – October 1, 2016 Philippines 4th Quarter 2016 December 6 – 11, 2016 Philippines February 1 – 8, 2016 NCR city February 2 – 5, 2016 Region V province February 11 – 15, 2016 Region III district February 28 – March 1, 2016 Region IV-A district Ulat ng Pamayanan March 1 – 6, 2016 Region V province (local government March 5 – 11, 2016 NCR city assessment surveys) March 1 – 6, 2016 Region V province March 5 – 11, 2016 NCR city March 11 – 15, 2016 Region IV-A province March 12 – 14, 2016 NCR city April 2 – 5, 2016 NCR city April 3 – 6, 2016 NCR city April 5 – 9, 2016 Region III district April 7 – 11, 2016 NCR city April 23 – 25, 2016 NCR city April 25 – 27, 2016 NCR city January 24 – 28, 2016 Philippines February 2 – 6, 2016 Philippines February 9 – 13, 2016 Philippines February 15 – 20, 2016 Philippines Survey of adult February 16 – 20, 2016 Philippines respondents February 18 – 21, 2016 Caraga province February 18 – 23, 2016 Region V municipality February 20 – 24, 2016 Region I province February 21 – 24, 2016 Region III province February 23 – 27, 2016 Philippines February 23 – 28, 2016 Region IV-A province February 27 – March 4, 2016 Region VIII province February 27 – March 4, 2016 NIR province and city February 29 – March 5, 2016 Region VI province March 1 – 6, 2016 Philippines March 1 – 8, 2016 Region V province March 1 – 9, 2016 NIR province March 8 – 13, 2016 Philippines March 9 – 12, 2016 Region XII province March 15 – 20, 2016 Philippines March 29 – April 3, 2016 Philippines April 5 – 10, 2016 Philippines April 12 – 17, 2016 Philippines April 16 – 20, 2016 Philippines April 19 – 24, 2016 Philippines April 26 – 29, 2016 Philippines August 22 – 24, 2016 Philippines 113 INSTITUTIONAL/ORGANIZATIONAL ACTIVITIES PAR Inc. continues to be one of the private sector representatives to the Philippine Statistics Authority Board. A number of academics have also been appointed as new fellows of PAR Inc. The PAR Inc. Board also authorized the purchase of a property to serve as the organization’s new permanent office.

FINANCIAL STANDING PAR Inc. maintained its financial viability in 2016.

RESEARCH CENTER FOR THE SOCIAL SCIENCES AND EDUCATION University of Santo Tomas

With the new disciplinal thrust of UST as a research university, the Research Center on Culture, Education and Social Issues (RCCESI) (2008-2016) transitioned into two new centers, namely, the Research Center on Culture, Arts, and the Humanities (RCCAH), and the Research Center on Social Sciences and Education (RCSSED) effective January 1, 2017. RCSSED as a research center envisions at strengthening the research culture and practice of both the social sciences and education at UST following the academic traditions of scholarship of former centers, the Social Research Center (SRC) (1975-2007), and the Center for Educational Research and Development (CERD) (1998 -2007). RCSSED now becomes the official research arm of the university affiliated as associate member to the Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC). This current report covered the last year of RCCESI as a research center. This includes select projects, publications and activities managed by research interest groups (RIGs). These RIGs are philosophy studies; literary and cultural studies; media and communication research; architectural studies; fine arts and design studies, musicology; historical studies; economics, business and finance studies; language studies; education and leadership studies; studies in psychology, and newly constituted RIGs – sustainability studies; life course and intergenerational studies, social health studies, and church and social issues studies. RCCESI has continued conducting special projects on inclusive education, relevant Catholic church-related matters commissioned by the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), and on e-learning and management systems through the grant provided by the Private Education Assistance Committee (PEAC) of the Fund for Assistance to Private Education (FAPE).

ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES The research force of the RCCESI has grown to a total of 89 researchers representing various disciplines who actively engaged in publications and paper presentation in local, national and international realms. (See list below.) A number of researchers also served as editorial board members of journals such as The Antoninus Journal (UST), Contemporary Perspectives in Family Research (Emerald Group Publishing), and KRITIKE: An Online Journal of Philosophy (UST). Also, select RCCESI researchers served as reviewers of the following journals: Kritika Kultura; Plaridel: A Journal of Philippine Communication, Media and Society; Contemporary Perspectives in Family Research; Asia Pacific Education Review; The International Journal of Human Resource Management; Educational Gerontology; Health & Social Care in the Community; Journal of

114 Tourism Management; Journal of Happiness Studies; Studies in Higher Education; Educational Gerontology; Educational Gerontology; Health & Social Care in the Community; Educational Gerontology; Journal of Happiness Studies; and Educational Gerontology.

Select List of Publications National • Alcaraz, D.J.C. (2016). Art Deco, Art Moderne & Streamline Moderne Architecture In Manila: Post World War II. MANILA (Manila Studies Conference), 114-150. • Ang, A., & Opiniano, J. (2016). Remittance Investment Climate Analysis in Rural Hometowns: Piloting a Tool on Rural Hometown Investing by Overseas Immigrants. Research monograph, 136. • Bolaños, P.A. (2016a). Between Struggle and Peaceful Dialogue: An Overture to Honneth and Ricoeur on Recognition. Budhi: A Journal of Ideas and Culture. • Bolaños, P.A. (2016b). Review Essay: Pilapil on the Theory and Praxis of Recognition. Budhi: A Journal of Ideas and Culture. • Encinas-Franco, J., Ang, A., Sescon, J., & Opiniano, J. Gender, Migration and Development in the Philippines Policy paper from a commissioned project by the United Nations Women. • Opiniano, J. (2016 ). Roles and Purposes of Graduate Journalism Education in the Lens of Global Journlism: A Phenomenology. UST Journalism Working Paper Series, 32. • Tenedero, P. P. P., Darang, J.A.Z., Diwa, J. P., Domasig, D. P. S., Lubong, K. M. D., & Alberto M. Tuazaon, J. (January 2016). Are future Philippine business professionals afraid to speak: A communication apprehension profile of accountancy and tourism majors. Asian Journal of English Language Studies (Official journal of the UST Department of English).

International • Ancheta, A.A., (GS), M.Z., (GS), S. A., & (GS), V.J. (2016). Sustainability of forest park as space break: A case study of Arroceros Forest Park in congested city of Manila OIDA International Journal of Sustainable Development, Vol. 09, 63-82. • Abenir, M. A. D., Ongtangco, K.S., T., B. C., (UG), S.E.D. C., (UG), W.J.V.O., & (UG), P. K. (2016). Perspectives of the UST NSTP facilitators on disability and disaster risk reduction and management: A Qualitative Case Study. International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction. • Batan, C. M. (2016). The Filipino Istambays (On Standbys) and Transition Crises: Locating Spaces of Social Sufferings and Hope. In M. Heathfield & D. Fusco (Eds.), Youth and Inequality on Education: Global Actions in Youth Work: Routledge: Taylor & Francis Group. Book Chapter. • Bolaños, P.A. (2016). The Promise of the Non-Identical: Adorno’s Revaluation of the Language of Philosophy. Discipline Filosofiche: Rivisita semetrale. • Catacutan, M., & De Guzman, A. (2016). Moral Sensitivity Practice in Academic Deanship: Does it Really Matter. Fast-forwarding Higher Education Institutions for Global Challenges, 173-184

PAPER PRESENTATIONS Local (University-based) • Arriola, J.L. (2016). Graduate Research in the Context of ASEAN Integration. Paper presented at the 49th PAGE Annual National Convention, University of Santo Tomas. • Batan, C.M. (2016). Research Techniques in the Social Sciences. Paper presented at the Research Workshop, University of Santo Tomas.

115 • Batan, C.M. (2016). Sociology and Research Writing. Paper presented at the Sociology Month’s researching Reality: A Workshop on Writing a Basic Research Paper, Room 119, St. Raymund de Peñafort Bldg., UST, TARC. • Batan, C.M. (2016). TIGER AKTIBOTO Issue-based Election Survey Results. Paper presented at the Thomasian Speaks: A Colloquium of the Thomasian Vote, Thomas Aquinas Research Center Auditorium, UST. • Batan, C.M. (2016). Naming Grace: Dominican Family Stories. Paper presented at the Dominican Network (DOMNET) National Convention 2016, Buenaventura Garcia Paredes, O.P. Building, University of Santo Tomas. • Bolaños, P.A. (2016). Social Justice as Normative Foundation for Critical theory. Paper presented at the RCCESI Research Fortnight February 2016, University of Santo Tomas. • Cariño, J.V. (2016). Pambungad sa Isang Alternatibong Pagbasa kay Aquino at Marx. Paper presented at the Inaugural lecture, Martyrs’ Hall. • Cobar-Garcia, M.R.V.S., Garcia, M. N., & Prudente, M. S. (2016). After-School Program – Environment-Based Education: A Pedagogy for Promoting Biodiversity Conservation. Paper presented at the 2016 Research Fortnight. • De Castro, I.P. (2016). Codifying and Intellectualizing the Base of Life. Paper presented at the Research Fortnight, UST Main Bldg. Lobby. • De Castro, I.P. (2016). Pananaliksik para sa Likas at Praktikal na Agham February 9 - Opening | Poster |. Paper presented at the Ika-23 Panayam Pang-Agham, Teresita Quirino. • Garcia, M.N., Garcia , M. R. V., & Famadico, L. (2016). A Path Analysis Study of College Students’ Pro-Ecological Psychographics to Conserve Biodiversity. Paper presented at the 2016 Research Fortnight, TARC. • Manalo, R.A. (2016). Factors affecting secondary school teachers’ technology utilization for instructional delivery. Paper presented at the Research Fortnight, TARC. • Mandigma, M.B.S. (2016). The social profit and loss account as a measurement tool for social sustainability. Paper presented at the RCCESI Research Fortnight, TARC. • Matienzo, R. A. E. (2016). The Religious Experience of the Black Nazarene: Popular Religiosity in the Light of Kierkegaardian Existentialism. Paper presented at the M.A. Peer Colloquium and the Ph.D. Inaugural Lectures 2016, Martyrs’ Hall Ecclesiastical Faculties, UST. • Navidad, F.C. (2016). Modeling Shadow Education Clientele’ Instruction Preferences in Physical Science Courses: A Conjoint Analysis. Paper presented at the 2016 Research Fortnight, Main building, UST. • Paulino, M.A., & Castano, M.C.N. (2016). Understanding international students – consumers’ behavior in higher education: a review and perception. Paper presented at the The 3rd St. Antoninus Graduate Research Forum for Best Paper Presentation. • Songco, E.A. (2016). Using Active Learning in Teaching Rizal Course. Paper presented at the Philippine Historical Association 2015 International Convention, Buenaventura Garcia Paredes, O.P. Building, UST. • Topacio, K.N.M. (2016). Using Online Educational Platforms In Teaching Writing To Els Students Paper presented at the RCCESI Research Colloquium, TARC. • Uy, E.A.M. (2016). Determining The Common Component Of Bio-Fuel Commodities And Assessing Their Dynamic Relationship With Price Of Crude Oil And Inflation Paper presented at the 2016 Research Fortnight, UST.

National • Arriola, J. L. (2016). The Womans Film and the Prevalent Type of Filipino Film Adaptation. Paper presented at the 10th International Conference on Philippine Studies Siliman

116 University. • Abenir, M.A.D., Alipao, F. A., Abelardo, A. M. S., Revil, C. J. J., & Victoria, J. A. (2016). Tomasinong Pagkalinga sa Inang Kalikasan: Selected Case Studies of UST’s Environmental Engagements. Paper presented at the 4th Association of Catholic Universities of the Philippines Conference, Holy Name University, Tagbilaran City, Bohol. • Ancheta, A.A., Sanciangco, L. G., & Dominique, R. (2016). Barangay Tambo at the Crossroad of an emerging Edge City. Paper presented at the Conference on Nature Studies & Innovations for the Environment (CONSIE-2016) and PSSN 16th Annual Scientific Conference, Siliman University, Dumaguete City. • Ancheta, A.A., Silva, J. M., & Abordo, J. I. (2016). Intersection between rapid urbanization and coastal survival: A case study of LLPCHEA. Paper presented at the Conference on Nature Studies & Innovations for the Environment (CONSIE-2016) and PSSN 16th Annual Scientific Conference, Siliman University, Dumaguete City. • Ancheta, A.A., & Tumindog, B. I. (2016). Kababaihan, Karansan, Kahirapan: An inquiry on precarious floating community along Manila bay. Paper presented at the 8th National Social Science Congress, Lyceum of the Philippines University, Batangas. • Arrevillaga, M.C. (2016). BEC Involvement and Its Relation to the Spiritual Growth of the Filipino Urban Youth. Paper presented at the Oral Histories and Contributions of Intellectual and Religious Movements in the Philippines, Ed-Tech Conference room, Iloilo Science and Technology University, Lapaz, Iloilo City. • Batan, C.M. (2016). The Filipino Children and Youth in A Kaleidoscope World: Perspective, Research, and Practice. Paper presented at the Focus Group Discussion on Revitalized Homeroom Guidance Program (RHGP) Implementation Review and Workshop on the Development of the RHGP Curriculum Guide, DepEd National Educators Academy of the Philippines (NEAP), Concepcion St., Marikina City. • Batan, C.M. (2016). Prototype Senior High School Learning Resources for Community Engagement, Solidarity & Citizenship. Paper presented at the Orientation Meeting & Writeshop for the Development of Prototype SHS Materials, Bureau of Learning Resource Conference, Bonifacio Building, DepEd Complex, Pasig City. • Batan, C.M. (2016). Work Life Balance. Paper presented at the Human Resource Seminar, Far Eastern University, Manila. • Batan, C.M. (2016). Problematizing “Lipunan” in “Araling Panlipunan”: Stories of How K To 12 Course - Community Engagement, Solidarity, and Citizenship Came To Be. Paper presented at the Second National Conference on Social Studies Education, Benitez Theater, UP College of Education, Diliman, Quezon City. • Batan, C.M. (2016). Research | Pananaliksik. Paper presented at the Seminar on Research, Saint Mary’s Academy Madre Ignacia Avenue, Grace Park, Caloocan City. • Batan, C.M. (2016). Cultural Diversity. Paper presented at the 24th Annual Conference of the Philippine Society for Educational Research and Evaluation (PSERE), Centro Escolar University, Manila. • Bolaños, P.A. (2016). Recognition Theory as Radical Democracy. Paper presented at the Roundtable Conference 2015 of the Association of Christian Philosophers , “The Modernities and Democracies of Asia”, Ateneo de Manila University. • Clemente, S.D. (2016). Revisiting Manila’s Comprehensive land use and development plans in preparation for climate change and a more sustainable development growth pattern. Paper presented at the 20th Shared Growth Seminar of the Sekiguchi Global Research Association, Escaler Hall, Ateneo de Manila University, Diliman Campus, Quezon City. oral presentation retrieved from Bolaños, P. A. (2016). Review Essay: Pilapil on the Theory and Praxis of Recognition. Budhi: A Journal of Ideas and Culture.

117 • Navidad, F.C. (2016). Changes in Hematological And Biochemical Indices of Alloxan- Induced Diabetic Rats Treated with Glochidion Cagayanense (Euphorbiaceae) Leaf Extract. Paper presented at the Bartolome delas Casas: Community Development Research Forum 2016, Manila Hotel, Manila.

International • Dela Rosa, L. P. (2016). Pinoy Folk Beliefs: Understanding the Influence of Indigenous Faith on the Identity of the Filipino Vernascular Spaces. Paper presented at the 2016 Popular Culture Association/American Culture Association Annua: International Conference, Sheraton Seattle Washington USA. • Membrebe, Z., Ancheta, A. A., Valeroso , J., & Santos, A. (2016). Protecting urban forest park as climate change mitigation strategy: Arroceros Forest Park, Manila, Philippines. Paper presented at the Asia-Pacific Rural Finance and Community Development Conference, Avani Hotel, Thailand. • Opiniano, J. (2016). How Research Can Make a Difference Locally: The Case of Overseas Remittance s in the Philippines Paper presented at the Insight and Impact: The Seventh Annual Conference for Funded Researchers of the Institute for Money, Technology and Financial Inclusion (IMTFI), University of California-Irvine. • Rabacal, M.P. (2016). Teacher’s Eyes: Acceptance of typically developing Filipino students towards peer with ASD through play. Paper presented at the 2nd International Conference in Education, Bankok, Thailand. • Saldivar, B. (2016). Gender-related sorting skills: A case of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Paper presented at the 2nd International Conference in Education 2016, Bangkok, Thailand . • Zosimo, M., Ancheta Arlen, Valeroso, JC, Santos Alain. (2016). Urban Forest park as ecological space for livable city: Arroceros forest park, Manila, Philippines Paper presented at the 2nd Sustainability Initiatives: Case Studies in Malaysia and Indonesia and International Conference on Urban Studies, FEU, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Universitas Bung Hata.

Select Awards and Recognitions • Arriola, Joyce L. – Recipient of the Gold Series Research Award. Office for Research and Innovation, University of Santo Tomas , February 19, 2016. – Recipient of the Gawad San Alberto Magno- Best Published Research in Humanities, Dangal ng UST, Faculty Union, April 2016. • Bahrami-Hessari, Eleanor Mariel L.- – Recipient of the Gawad Hasik-Bilib Awards (College of Education), AMV Multi-Purpose Hall , February 29, 2016. – Recipient of the Gawad Ambag-Bilib Awards (College of Education), AMV Multi- Purpose Hall , February 29, 2016. • Batan, Clarence M. – Recipient of the Silver Series Research Award, Office for Research and Innovation, University of Santo Tomas, February 19, 2016. • Bolanos, Paolo A. – Recipient of the Silver Series Research Award. Office for Research and Innovation, University of Santo Tomas, February 19, 2016. • De Castro, Belinda V. – Recipient of the International Publication Award. Office for Research and Innovation, University of Santo Tomas, February 19, 2016.

118 – Recipient of the Gold Series Award. Office for Research and Innovation, University of Santo Tomas , UST BGPOP February 19, 2016. • De Castro, Imelda – Recipient of the Silver Series Award. Office for Research and Innovation, University of Santo Tomas, UST BGPOP, February 19, 2016. • Noche, Manuel Maximo Lopez Del Castillo – Recipient of the Silver Series Award. Office for Research and Innovation, University of Santo Tomas, UST BGPOP, February 19, 2016. • Saldivar, Bernard D. – Recipient of the Gawad Hasik-Bilib Awards (College of Education), AMV Multi-Purpose Hall , February 29, 2016. – Recipient of the Gawad Ambag-Bilib Awards (College of Education), AMV Multi- Purpose Hall , February 29, 2016. • Rabacal, Maripia P. – Recipient of the Gawad Hasik-Bilib Awards (College of Education), AMV Multi-Purpose Hall , February 29, 2016. – Recipient of the Gawad Ambag-Bilib Awards (College of Education), AMV Multi- Purpose Hall , February 29, 2016.

INSTITUTIONAL OR ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES RCCESI’s institutional engagements for 2016 covered a wide array of activities ranging from research forum, colloquium, methods training, and exhibits to community engagements and research services. Below is the list of these institutional activities: – February 9, 2016 | UST Research Fortnight Opening – February 15, 2016 | RCCESI Research Day | UST AS A Research University: Contexts and Responses to K-12 Challenges | Dr. Mary Racelis, Keynote Speaker – February 17, 2016 | RCCESI Students’ Day – February 18, 2016 | RCCESI Research Workshop Day | National Artist Lecture for Literature | Dr. Virgilio Almario – February 19, 2016 | 2012-2014 Research Recognition – February 21 2016 | RCCESI Research Workshop Series |Research Strategies, Journal Publications, and K-12 Teaching Modules | Writeshop on Research | Writing and Publications – March 9, 2016 | RCCESI Research Workshop Series | Qualitative Research Techniques – May 2, 2016 | UST Colloquium | Thomasian Speaks: A Colloquium on the Thomasian Vote – May 17, 2016 | RCCESI Workshop | Introducing Applied Statistics to Undergraduate Students | Assoc. Prof. Margaret Dechman – May 19-20, 2016 | RCCESI Research Workshop | Kabataan Ngayon: A Workshop on Youth and Social Change – July 5, 2016 | RCCESI Workshop | R Software Workshop | Rommel Bunuan – July 7, 2016 | Senior High Parallel Workshop | Faculty Retooling Seminar: Curriculum Design Frameworks for Understanding Culture, Society and Politics Meeting – July 16-18, 2016 | RIG Activities | Trajectories of a Research Center in Transition – August 3-4, 2016 | RCCESI Research Proposal Conference | OVRRI’s Program Tree ( Thomasian Research Excellence and Engagements): Research Directions – September 9, 2016 | RCCESI Workshop | Workshop on Research Proposal Making | Dr. Clarence M. Batan, PhD – October 10, 2016 | Thomasian Research Excellence and Engagements Project| Flood Control Bayanihan zone Alliance 1 and 2 Symposium on España Boulevard, A Walk to Remember (Conceptual Presentation of Researches to the Department of Public Works and Highways)

119 – October 12, 2016 | RCCESI Research Proposal Conference ( RPC) 2 Towards Thomasian Research Excellence and Engagements – October 12, 2016 | RCCESI Research Proposal Conference 2 – October 19, 2016 | RCCESI Workshop |History Seminar-Workshop – November 29, 2016 | Climate Change Forum| Pagdiriwang para sa Buwan ng Kamalayan at Edukasyon sa Kapaligiran – December 7, 2016 | UST Forum | CMO 52 s2016: Pathways to Equity, Relevance, and Advancement in Research, Innovation, and Extension in Philippine Higher Education – December 12, 2016 | RCCESI Forum| Balik Pananaliksik

SCHOOL OF STATISTICS University of the Philippines Diliman

ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES For the Academic Year 2016 – 2017, number of enrolling first year students remained low due to the implementation of K – 12. There were three new faculty members, and the School has a total of 36 faculty members. Dr. Alexander De Leon of University of Calgary visited the School of Statistics and Dr Lisa Grace S. Bersales continue to serve as the National Statistician and Civil Registry General of the Philippine Statistics Authority. Professors Francisco de los Reyes, John Carlo Daquis, Joyce Raymond Punzalan, Wendell Campano and Manuel Leonard Albis continue with their PhD Program at the UP School of Statistics and the UP School of Economics, while Professor Iris Ivy Gauran continue with her PhD program in University of Maryland Baltimore County. Professor Kevin Carl Santos is expected to graduate from his PhD Program at the UPSS at the end of AY 2016 - 2017. Moreover, Professor Peter Julian Cayton is completing his PhD dissertation to earn the degree within 2017 from Australian National University. Professor Michael Lucagbo and Mr. Michael del Mundo started with their PhD programs in University of Maryland Baltimore County and Southampton University, respectively. Dr. Dennis Mapa and Dr. Joseph Ryan Lansangan received the One UP Professorial Chair, while Dr. Josefina Almeda and Prof. Michael Daniel Lucagbo received the One UP Professorial Grant. Dr. Mapa is the BSP Sterling Professor for Government and Official Statistics, Dr. Jefrey Tejada is BSP Centennial Professor of Statistics, Dr. Reynaldo Rey is UP Statistical Center Research Foundation Inc. Professor of Statistics, Prof. Francisco de los Reyes is Rosario Chew Professor of Market Research and Dr. Almeda is Angeles Buenaventura Professor in Statistics. Dr. Erniel B. Barrios was awarded the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) Regional Professorial Chair for 2016 for his research on “Effect of Rural Infrastructure and Capacity – Building on Agricultural Production and Agricultural Prices”.

Publications in refereed International Journals • Barrios, E.B., Lansangan, J.R., and Villejo, S.J. (2016). Robust Estimation of a Dynamic Spatio- Temporal Model with Structural Change, Journal of Statistical Computation and Simulation. • Eustaquio, J., and Barrios, E.B. (2016). Nonparametric Hypothesis Testing in Clustered Survival Model, Journal of Communications in Statistics - Simulation and Computation.

120 • Barrios, E.B. (2016). Semiparametric Principal Components Poisson Regression on Clustered Data, Journal of Communications in Statistics - Simulation and Computation. • Barrios, E.B. (2016). Nonparametric Estimation of a Switching Regression Model, Journal of Communications in Statistics - Simulation and Computation. • Barrios, E.B., and Gauran, I.I. (2016). Nonparametric Modeling of Clustered Customer Survival Data, Journal of Communications in Statistics - Simulation and Computation. • Barrios, E.B., and Santos, K.C. (2016). Improving Predictive Accuracy of Logistic Regression Model Using Ranked Set Samples, Journal of Communications in Statistics - Simulation and Computation. • Barrios, E.B. (2016), Small Area Estimation with Spatiotemporal Mixed Model, The Philippine Statistician, 65(2). • Lansangan, J.R. (2016), SPCR-Based Control Chart for Autocorrelated Processes with High Dimensional Exogenous Variables, The Philippine Statistician, 65(2). • Lansangan, J.R. (2016), Semiparametric Probit Model for High Dimensional Clustered Data, The Philippine Statistician, 65(2). • Eustaquio, J.D. (2016), Nonparametric Hypothesis Testing for Isotonic Survival Models with Clustering, The Philippine Statistician, 65(2). • Lansangan, J.R. (2016), Quantile and Restricted Maximum Likelihood Approach for Robust Regression on Clustered Data, The Philippine Statistician, 65(2). • Barrios, E.B., and Poblador, M.S. (2016), Control Chart for Monitoring Autocorrelated Process with Multiple Exogenous Inputs, Journal of Communications in Statistics - Simulation and Computation, 45(9). • Redondo, P.V.T. (2016), Purposive Sampling in the Analysis of Count Data, The Philippine Statistician, 65(1). • Magadia, J.C. (2016), Purposive Sampling in the Analysis of Count Data, The Philippine Statistician, 65(1). • Lucagbo, M. D. (2016), Comparison of Ordinal Logistic Regression with Tree-Based Methods in Predicting Socioeconomic Classes in the Philippines, The Philippine Statistician, 65(1). • Lansangan, J.R., Supranes, M.V., Guntan, J.F., and Padua, J.P. (2016), The Recursive Alpha (RAlph) Coefficients: Quantifying Inter-item Cohesion under Indirect Range Restriction, The Philippine Statistician, 65(1). • Santos, K.C. (2016), Correlation of Percent Body Fat by Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis with Anthropometric and Metabolic Variables among Adult Filipinos, Philippine Journal of Internal Medicine, 54(2). • Santos, K.C. (2016), Risk Factors for Locoregional Metastasis, Distant Metastatis and Persistent Disease in the Micropapillary Thyroid Cancer, Philippine Journal of Internal Medicine, 54(2). Aside from publications, faculty output for 2016 include 13 working papers and 2 policy notes, both can be found in the UPSS webpage (http://www.stat.upd.edu.ph) The colloquium series of the School of Statistics were able to mount lectures not only by the faculty and graduate students but also of visiting professors and practicing professionals. The list of lectures delivered in 2016 follows: – Francisca N. Dayrit and Ricson Mark Soriano, Advancing Statistics with Location Platform – Vivien T. Supangco and Jocelyn M. Pick, HRM Metrics and Analytics – Ophelia Mendoza, Career Path in Biostatistics – Sara Venturina, Predictive Analytics in the Telco Industry – Germaine A. Reyes, Role of Market Research in Business Decision-Makin

121 – Alexander R. de Leon, Analysis of autocorrelated count data: A combined estimating function approach – Erniel B. Barrios, Robust Estimation in Clustered Multiple Time Series with Structural Change – Daniel Bonzo, Impact of biosimilarity predetermined margin on interchangeability – Dennis Mapa, The 30 pesos per day Man and Woman: Profile of the Extremely Poor Households in the Philippines – Josefina Almeda, Are University of the Philippines Professors Financial Literate? Insights from the Pilot Financial Literacy Survey – Manuel Leonard Albis, Coping Strategies to Extreme Weather Disturbances – Lisa Grace Bersales, Achieving Sustainable Development Goals: Opportunities and Challenges – Francisco de los Reyes, Meta-Analytic Approach in Establishing Comparability of Hemoglobin Measurements from Invasive and Non-Invasive Methods: A Pharmaceutical Market Research for an Analyzer Brand – Michael Van Supranes, Layered Elastic Net Selection – Reynaldo Romualdo Rey, Probability Measures in Finance – Martin Augustine Borlongan, Robust Simultaneous Confidence Interval Estimation of Principal Component Loadings – Carlito Daarol, Robust Mixed Effect Models and Quintile Regression Using Copula for the Analysis of Longitudinal Data Additionally, faculty members presented papers in both local and international conferences. Local presentations include presentations in UPSS 2016 Colloquium on the Statistical Sciences, 2016 Philippines Statistical Association Inc., Annual Conference, 13th National Convention on Statistics, 6th M&E Network Philippines Forum, 3rd AsiaEngage Regional Conference and 54th Philippines Economics Society Meeting. Moreover, international presentations include presentations in 10th Annual Probability and Statistics 2016, 81st Annual Meeting of the Psychometric Society, The 22nd International Conference on Computational Statistics, and International Conference on Questionnaire Design, Evaluation and Testing 2 (QDET2) of the American Statistical Association (ASA)

INSTITUTIONALOR ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES Through the University of the Philippines Statistical Center Research Foundation Inc. (UPSCRFI), the research foundation of the UPSS, the following modules were offered as public short-term trainings: Basic Statistics with EDA, Applied Statistical Forecasting, Statistics for Market Segmentation and Predictive Modeling, Advanced Time Series Analysis, Advanced Regression Analysis, and Econometric Methods for Impact Evaluation. The faculty also conducted mentoring sessions on the application of statistics in business, industry, and in the generation of official statistics. The Philippine Statistics Authority organized the 13th National Convention in Statistics last 03 to 04 October 2016. Faculty members from the UP School of Statistics attended and presented papers and led sessions during the conference on topics such as Computational Statistics, Leading Economic Indicators, Econometrics, and Spatial Analysis. In this conference, the UP Statistical Society received the Best Youth Advocate of Statistics. UP School of Statistics in collaboration with UPLB Institute of Statistics and the Statistical Research and Training Center organized the 17th Faculty-Student Conference on the Statistical Science. The conference aimed to develop the culture of disseminating results of researches by faculty and students. Student paper from UPSS won 2nd Place in the Best Undergraduate student paper, “Inside Out: An experimental study on the effect of the induced emotion, social influence, race and sex of encoder – decoder on emotion recognition through facial expressions” of Gian Roy, Pauline Obach, and Dominic Pena.

122 UPSS students Rowan Arielle S. Leaño, Ma. Angelica P. Tatad and Sarah Louise E. Villaluz won First Place in the Best Student Paper Competition during the 2016 Philippine Statistical Association, Inc. (PSAI) Annual Conference held last 31st August to 2nd September 2016 at the Avenue Hotel in Naga City with the theme “Role of Statistics in Monitoring Progress of Social Protection.” The UPSS students won First Prize for their senior undergraduate paper, “Consumption Patterns of Poor Households with Older (Senior) Citizens in the Philippines and its Impact on the Social Pension Program.” The School of Statistics will officially transfer in the new building by Second Semester Ay 2016 – 2017. The inauguration of the building is expected to be held on the th7 February 2017. The UP School of Statistics emerged as the top choice to represent the Institutional Members to the Board of Directors (BOD) in the Philippine Statistical Association Inc. The UPSS will serve in the PSAI BOD for the Calendar Years (CY) 2017 to 2019.

SCHOOL OF URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING University of the Philippines Diliman

The UP School of Urban and Regional Planning (UP SURP) has been at the forefront of the country’s development efforts, upholding its four-fold mandate of graduate education, research, training and development. The Accomplishment Report encompasses all activities of the School in 2016.

ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES Graduate Studies The School’s Diploma, Masters, and Doctoral programs in Urban and Regional Planning, follows a ladderized structure. The international joint program or the Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies (SPRING-Asia) conferred by the University of the Philippines and the Technical University of Dortmund (TUDo) in Germany is offered as the Masters in Science in Regional Development Planning (MSc RDP) program. Students enrolling under the various programs of the school may choose to specialize in any of (4) fields of specialization designed to respond to the current practice of planning: Estate Planning, Public Works Planning, Transportation Planning, and Environmental and Natural Resources Planning. Enrolment - The following table shows the enrolment in the various academic programs of the School for Academic Year (AY) 2015-2016, and for the first semester of AY 2016-2017:

Program Enrolment (First Sem.) Enrolment (Second Enrolment (First Sem.) AY 2015-2016 Sem.) AY 2016-2017 AY 2015-2016 Female Male Total Female Male Total Female Male Total PhD in Urban and Regional 22 22 44 28 22 50 25 22 47 Planning (PhD URP) MA in Urban and Regional 178 145 323 176 136 312 184 149 333 Planning (MA URP)

123 MSc in Regional Development Planning 8 1 9 8 - 8 3 1 4 (MScRDP) Diploma in Urban and 42 36 78 41 32 73 31 26 57 Regional Planning (DURP) Non-degree (Exchange ------student) TOTAL ENROLMENT (AY 2015-2016 and First 250 204 454 253 190 443 244 198 442 Semester 2016-2017)

Graduates – In AY 2015-2016, a total of sixty-one (61) students graduated from the School, and the breakdown according to degrees is as follows: Of the total number, forty (40) graduated from the DURP, while sixteen (16) students finished under the MAURP. Around four (4) students received their degrees under the Master of Science in Regional Development Planning (MScRDP), while one was conferred the degree of Doctor in Philosophy.

Scholarships – Students have a list of scholarship programs to choose from at the school, such as the UP SURP and UP PLANADES Thesis/Dissertation Grant, the Dr. Byong Gyu Park Tuition Fee Scholarship, and the Sinclair Knight Graduate Scholarship. These may come in the form of tuition fee scholarships, research grants, and thesis grants.

Training and Extension Services The Training and Extension Services Division carried out the following trainings in 2016: • “Special Course on Urban and Regional Planning: A Basic Course in Urban and Regional Planning (SCURP: ABC in URP)”, 07 to 11 March 2016, 3rd Floor, Cariño Multi-Purpose Hall, UP SURP (Course Director: Asst. Prof. Mark Anthony M. Morales) • “Special Course on Urban and Regional Planning: A Basic Course in Urban and Regional Planning: A Basic Course in Urban and Regional Planning (SCURP: ABC in URP)”, 30 May to 03 June 2016, 3rd Floor, Cariño Multi-Purpose Hall, UP SURP (Course Director: Asst. Prof. Mark Anthony M. Morales) • “Planning for Local Executives (PLEX), 26 to 30 September 2016, 3rd Floor, Cariño Multi- Purpose Hall, UP SURP (Course Director: Prof. Ernesto M. Serote) • “Special Course on Urban Transport Planning and Management (SCOUT)”, 17 to 21 October 2016, 3rd Floor, Cariño Multi-Purpose Hall, UP SURP (Course Director: Prof. Hussein S. Lidasan) • “Special Course on Urban and Regional Planning: A Basic Course in Urban and Regional Planning (SCURP: ABC in URP)”, 14 to 18 November 2016, 3rd Floor, Cariño Multi-Purpose Hall, UP SURP (Course Director: Asst. Prof. Mark Anthony M. Morales)

Research and Publications The following are the accomplishments of the Research and Publications Division in 2016:

• The Journal in Urban and Regional Planning (JURP) Second Issue The Journal in Urban and Regional Planning (JURP) serves as the school’s primary platform devoted to publishing scholarly work on sustainable practices in environmental, urban and regional planning, as well as innovative knowledge and practices in environment, urban and regional planning. Launched in 2013, the journal’s Third Issue will made available online this year, along with a limited number of print copies.

124 Research Projects • Project Title: PSSC Memorandum of Agreement on the Digitization of the Philippine Planning Journal Partner Institution: Philippine Social Science Center (PSSC) • Project Title: PIDS Memorandum of Agreement on the Socio-Economic Research Portal for the Philippines Partner Institution: Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS)

Researches/Publications of Faculty/Staff

Title of Research/Publication Faculty/Staff Involved Duration “Built environment curricula in the Asia-Pacific region: responding to Assoc. Prof. Karen Ann climate change” B. Jago-on (co-author) January to December 2016 “BOHOL: A Window to the Philippines’ Natural History, Towards Dean Mario R. Delos Sustainable Island Development” Reyes, Ms. Nancy R. Aguda, and Prof. Dr. (with UP SURP and the Planning and Development Research Foundation Gero Hillmer Inc. (PLANADES) January to December 2016 “An Analysis on Decentralization and its Implications to Landuse and Dean Mario R. Delos Local Environmental Planning and Management in the Philippines” Reyes, Mr. Nicasio B. published in the book entitled “Decentralisation and Regional Espina, Jr. Development Experiences and Lessons from Four Continents over Three January 2013 to January Decades” by Springer Verlag International ISBN: 978-3-319-29365-3 2016 (Print) 978-3-319-29367-7 (Online) “Challenges to the Multi-Functional Uses and Multifarious Benefits Asst. Prof. Dina C. of Urban Green Spaces: Basis of Urban Biodiversity Planning and Magnaye Management in the City of Manila” published in the International Journal on Environmental Science and Sustainable Development (on-going April to September 2016 review) “Demand Metrics of Urban Green Spaces: Establishing the Tenets of Dr. Leonora P. Gonzales Urban Landscape Biodiversity Planning towards Human Settlements Asst. Prof. Dina C. Resiliency” to be published in the Asian Economic Journal (on-going Magnaye review) May to August 2016 “Measuring the Urban Biodiversity of Green Spaces in A Highly Dr. Leonora P. Gonzales Urbanizing Environment and its Implications for Human Settlement Asst. Prof. Dina C. Resiliency Planning: The Case of Manila City, Philippines” for online Magnaye Publication by Elsevier thru Sciencedirect.com (on-going review) February to August 2016 “Identity as a Development Catalyst for the Poor: Theoretical Musings for Asst. Prof. Mark Anthony the City and Community” submitted for blind peer review to the Journal M. Morales in Urban and Regional Planning October 2015 to February 2016

125 Title of Research/Publication Faculty/Staff Involved Duration “Volunteer Art Groups as Facilitators of Cultural Development: Emphasis Asst. Prof. Mark Anthony on Local Identity to Enhance Human and Social Capital Opportunities for M. Morales the Poor (The Case of Angono municipality in the Philippines submitted for blind peer review to the Journal on Perspectives Development Policy in February to June 2016 the Greater Mekong Region “Role of Cultural Development and Public Space Usage for the Poor: Asst. Prof. Mark Anthony Impact to Government Policy and Community Relations (A Philippine M. Morales Case Study)” published in the proceedings of the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers 41st National Convention October 2015 to February 2016 “Divergences in Philippine Housing Archetypes Amidst Settlement Asst. Prof. Mark Anthony Growth Contexts: History, Culture and Urbanization Imprints on M. Morales Residential Spaces and Forms (The Case of Metropolitan Manila)” to be published in The Urban Housing of Southeast Asia (A book edited by Dr. July 2012 to October Seo Ryeung Ju from Kyung Hee University, South Korea) Publisher: Seoul 2016 Selection “Utilization and Impacts of the Motor Vehicle User’s Charge (MVUC) in Asst. Prof. Ma. Sheilah G. the Philippines” published in the Philippine Institute for Development Napalang Studies Policy Notes April 2014 to April 2016 “Unlocking the Human Dimension of Energy Efficiency and Ms. Geomilie S. Conservation: the Case of Tourist Accommodation Providers in Coron, Tumamao-Guittap Palawan in the Philippines” for online publication by Elsevier thru Asst. Prof. Ma. Sheilah G. Sciencedirect.com (on-going review) Napalang

February to August 2016 “Tipping the Scales Towards Energy Efficiency and Conservation: Ms. Geomilie S. the Case of Tourist Accommodation Providers in Coron, Palawan in Tumamao-Guittap the Philippines” published in the proceedings of the 3rd Asia Future (co-author) Conference: Environment and Coexistence April to July 2016 “Identifying the Determinants of Walkability and Use of Non- Motorized Prof. Jun T. Castro Transport in a Medium-Sized City: The Case of Iloilo City, Philippines (co-author) published in the Proceedings of the Transportation Science Society of the Philippines (TSSP) October 2013 to September 2014 (published December 2015) ““Comparative Studies on Best Practices of Local Government Units in the Prof. David Leonides Philippines and Japan to Effectively Lower Carbon Emissions as Strategies T. Yap, Dr. Toshiaki for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation” Ichinose, and Ms. Faith Dumaligan

October 2013 to September 2014 (published December 2015)

UP SURP Website The UP SURP website http://surp.upd.edu.ph/ undergoes regular updating of announcements and information for the students, faculty and staff members, alumni, SURP networks, and the general public.

126 INTERNATIONAL AND LOCAL EXCHANGE AND LINKAGES The School continues to foster strong linkages with international and local institutions and organizations by holding international conferences and seminars, in cooperation with various academic institutions and international organizations. In 2015, the following activities wear conducted by UP SURP in collaboration with international and local institutions and organizations

Conferences/Seminars/Public Lecture/Forum UP SURP maintains an ongoing collaboration with the Quezon City Local Government entitled Harnessing Barangay Urban Planning Skills Training Course. The overall purpose of the training program is to strengthen the capacity of barangay leaders in terms of gaining a common understanding and working knowledge of planning processes and outputs at the local level consistent with the provision of the Local Government Code. Since 2013, nine (9) batches of barangay officials underwent capacity building. In 2016, two batches were conducted; the first one was held from 6 to 10 June, 2016 with Assoc. Prof. Karen Anne B. Jago-on taking on as course director, while the latest batch was conducted last 13 to 17 June 2016, with Asst. Prof. Carmeli Marie Chaves as course director. The School holds regular public lectures to provide a venue for discussing contemporary issues in urban and regional planning education and practice. In 2016, a total of six (6) were conducted, and they are presented below: • “Housing as a Platform: American Housing Policy Fifty Years after the Creation of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development” by Deputy Asec. Ben Metcalf (26 January 2016) • “Learning from Tacloban: Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations for Resettlement Housing” by Mr. Alex Furunes and Mr. Jago Boase (23 February 2016) • “City, Resilience and Climate Change” by Mr. Philippe Couture (5 May 2016) • “Planning-Management Gaps in Local Governments in the Philippines” by Prof. Ernesto M. Serote (17 May 2016) • ‘’Implementing the Paris Climate Change Agreement: Nationally Determined Contributions by Countries in Asia” by Prof. Frank Jotzo (1 June 2016) • “Urban Planning and Public Administration Towards Building Sustainable Communities: Strategies, Challenges and Opportunities” by Ms. Laura Allen, Ms. Anne L. Catlin, and Ms. Mary Pat Lawlor (26 August 2016)

INSTITUTIONAL OR ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES Faculty and Staff Trainings/Conferences/Seminars The table below reflects the trainings, conferences, and seminars attended by the UP SURP Faculty and Staff members either as participants, or as keynote speakers and paper presenters.

Date and Venue Activity/ Faculty/Staff Involved 22 September to 4 Japan East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youth (JENESYS October 2016 2016) International Program on “Economics Batch 2: Transportation Tokyo, Japan System and Services” Asst. Prof. Kristine F. Aspiras - Presenter

13 to 15 July 2016 Paper entitled “Impacts of Climate Change in Farming Practices: Its effects Acacia Hotel, Alabang on Selected Barangays in San Mateo, Isabela” presented at the Sustainable Muntinlupa, Philippines Built Environment 2016 Manila Conference Ms. Annlouise Genevieve M. Castro (presenter) and Dean Mario R. Delos Reyes

127 14 to 16 October 2016 Paper entitled “Effects of Climate Change in Farming Practices: the Case Incheon National of Selected Barangays in San Mateo, Isabela” presented at the 2016 7th University, South Korea international Conference on Agriculture and Animal Science (ICAAS 2016) Ms. Annlouise Genevieve M. Castro - Presenter 12 to 14 October 2016 Paper entitled “Unlocking the Human Dimension of Energy Efficiency and Roma Tre University, Conservation: the Case of Tourist Accommodation Providers in Coron, Rome Italy Palawan in the Philippines” held at the International Conference on Green Urbanism Ms. Geomilie S. Tumamao-Guittap - Presenter July 2016 Paper entitled “Challenges and Strategies in Transport in the ASEAN Research Center for Region” presented at the International Symposium on East Asian Economic Asia Industries, Senshu Development from International Perspective University, Tokyo, Japan Prof. Jun T. Castro- Presenter 22 January 2016 Paper entitled “Urban Logistics in the Greater Manila Area: Issues, Center Mark Hotel, Challenges and Strategies” presented at the KOTI-EASTS International Seoul, Korea Seminar on Urban Logistics Systems in East Asia Prof. Jun T. Castro- Presenter 22 and 23 February Paper entitled “Not an Act of God: Lessons from a Disaster in the 2016 Settlements Planning of a River City” presented at the Dortmund Technical University of Conference 2016: Structure, Dynamic, Planning Dortmund, Germany Asst. Prof. Carmeli Marie C. Chaves - Presenter 22 to 24 August 2016 Paper entitled “Planned City Extensions as a Response to Rapid Stockholm University, Urbanization in the Philippines” presented at the Development Research Stockholm, Sweden Conference 2016 with the themes: “Global Visions and Local Practices: Development Research in a Post-2015 World” Asst. Prof. Carmeli Marie C. Chaves - Presenter 3 June 2016 “Philippine Urbanization Trends and Projections” presented during the N Hotel, Cagayan de Regional Consultation on the National Urban Development Framework Oro City Asst. Prof. Carmeli Marie C. Chaves - Presenter 6 to 14 November 2016 Presentation on “Regional SPRING-Asia Programme” presented at the 2016 Dortmund, Germany SPRING Global Partner’s Network Meeting Asst. Prof. Carmeli Marie C. Chaves - Presenter February 2016 Paper presented on the topic “Planning Guidance for Disaster Response College of Architecture, and Rehabilitation via Humanitarian Supply Chain Management” presented Diliman Quezon City to the Technical Working Group of the Build Back Better Program: The Science and Technology of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management of the Dept. of Science and Technology – Phil. Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) Dean Mario R. Delos Reyes - Presenter 7-14 March 2016 Paper presented on the topic “UP-SURP Activities on Climate Change Asian Institute of Adaptation and Resilience” presented at the “Training of Trainers (ToT) for Technology, Bangkok, Urban Climate Change Adaptation Resilience” Thailand Dean Mario R. Delos Reyes - Presenter 18 March 2016 Paper presented on the topic “Building Sustainable and Disaster Resilient Universiti Sains Communities” presented at the “Disaster Resilience Education Capacity Malaysia, Penang, Building in Southeast Asia” Malaysia Dean Mario R. Delos Reyes - Presenter

128 March to April 2016 “Biodiversity-focused Strategic Environmental Assessment (BDSEA) DENR Training Training of Trainers (ToT) for BMB Staff” at the DENR - BMB Conference Center, Biodiversity Room, North Ave., Diliman, Quezon City Management Bureau Dean Mario R. Delos Reyes - Principal Trainor (BMB), North Avenue, Quezon City 5-16 September 2016 “Climate change mitigation & adaptation in relation to housing and resettlement” at the IHS Refresher Course: The role of women’s organizations in climate change induced resettlement in the Philippines organized by UP SURP and Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS) Dean Mario R. Delos Reyes - Presenter 21 October 2016 “Climate Change Adaptation & Disaster Risk Reduction in Local UP SURP, Diliman, Development Planning: Towards Building Sustainable & Resilient Quezon City Communities” at the SEAMEO-DAAD Public Lecture Series thru WebEx internet lecture and discussions Dean Mario R. Delos Reyes - Presenter 23 November 2916 “Mainstreaming Disaster Resilience in Urban and Regional Planning: Microtel by Wyndham, A Perspective from the Academe” at the Disaster Resilience Education UP Technohub, Capacity Building in Southeast Asia - Building Resilience through Synergies Diliman, Quezon City in Education: Manila Symposium organized by UP SURP and University of Newcastle, NSW, Australia Dean Mario R. Delos Reyes - Presenter 22 & 23 November 2016 “Direct groundwater discharge across the lake floor of Laguna de Bay and Summit Ridge Hotel, the possible impact of hot spring resort development in Calamba-Los Tagaytay City Banos” presented at the Lake Ecosystem Assessment in the Philippines: A Science and Policy Forum for a Sustainable Laguna Lake Management Assoc. Prof. Karen Ann B. Jago-on - Presenter 30 October - 2 “Social Acceptability of Micro Hydropower in Laguna, Philippines” November 2016 presented during the 4th Project Meeting on RIHN Research Project on Sanriku Hana Hotel “Human-Environmental Security In Asia Pacific Ring of Fire: Water- Hamagiku Namiita Energy-Food Nexus Kaigan, Kamihei-gun, Assoc. Prof. Karen Ann B. Jago-on - Presenter Otsuchi-cho, Iwate Prefecture, Japan 31 October to 2 “Direct groundwater seepage across the lake floor (DGSL) of Laguna de November 2016 Bay in the Los Banos-Calamaba area, Philippines” presented during the 4th Sanriku Hana Hotel Project Meeting on RIHN Research Project on “Human-Environmental Hamagiku Namiita Security In Asia Pacific Ring of Fire: Water-Energy-Food Nexus Kaigan, Kamihei-gun, Assoc. Prof. Karen Ann B. Jago-on - Presenter Otsuchi-cho, Iwate Prefecture, Japan 12 to 14 October 2016 “Measuring the Urban Biodiversity of Green Spaces in A Highly Roma Tre University, Urbanizing Environment and its Implications for Human Settlement Rome Italy Resiliency Planning: The Case of Manila City, Philippines” presented at the International Conference on Green Urbanism Asst. Prof. Dina C. Magnaye - Presenter 5 to 6 November 2016 “Demand Metrics of Urban Green Spaces: Establishing the Tenets of Urban Bandung, Indonesia Landscape Biodiversity Planning towards Human Settlements Resiliency” presented at the 15th International Convention of the East Asian Economic Association (EAEA) Asst. Prof. Dina C. Magnaye

129 28 October 2016 “Mainstreaming Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Resiliency GT-Toyota Asian in Urban Design: A Vision for the Philippines in 2050” presented at the Cultural Center, “D&D”: Disaster and Disciplines (UP Diliman Inter-Collegiate Conference) University of the Asst. Prof. Mark Anthony M. Morales (co-author: Gan, Louwie A.) - Philippines, Diliman, Presenter Quezon City, 29 November 2016 “Modernizing Government Regulations” presented at the Final Stakeholder Marco Polo Hotel Consultation Ortigas Asst. Prof. Ma. Sheilah G. Napalang 22 November 2016 National Urban Development and Housing Framework 2016-2022” presented at the Final Stakeholder Consultation Asst. Prof. Ma. Sheilah G. Napalang 28 October to 16 1st Global Road Safety Leadership Course November 2016 Asst. Prof. Ma. Sheilah G. Napalang- Participant Baltimore, USA 10 to 11 November 2016 “Federalism: Facts, Myths, Opportunities, Challenges (Pathways to the Novotel, Cubao, Natural Regions Approach)” presented at the Galing Pook Fair Quezon City Asst. Prof. Jose M. Regunay (co-author) Davao City “Manual of Procedures for Mainstreaming Biodiversity in the Comprehensive Land Use Plans of Local Government Units” presented at the Training of Trainers of Central and Field Staff of the Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board for Mainstreaming Biodiversity in the CLUPs of LGUs

Asst. Prof. Jose M. Regunay, Prof. Candido Cabrido, Mr. Jay Richard R. Siasoco Mr. Rainier Tolentino 12 to 16 October 2016 “Unlocking the Human Dimension of Energy Efficiency and Conservation: Roma Tre University, the Case of Tourist Accommodation Providers in Coron, Palawan in the Rome Italy Philippines” presented at the International Conference on Green Urbanism Ms. Geomilie S. Tumamao-Guittap - Presenter 29 September to 3 “Tipping the Scales Towards Energy Efficiency and Conservation: the Case October 2016 of Tourist Accommodation Providers in Coron, Palawan in the Philippines” University of presented at the 3rd Asia Future Conference: Environment and Coexistence Kitakyushu, Kitakyushu, Ms. Geomilie S. Tumamao-Guittap - Presenter Japan 16 August 2016 “Residential Building Stock Legacy of Post Yolanda Recovery : Observations O Hotel, Bacolod City from Select Communities in Samar and Eastern Samar” presented at the University of San UAP Bacolod Professional Practice Seminar Series 2 and the 15th Annual Agustin, Ilo-ilo City, Conference on Architectural Research and Education (ACARE 15) Philippines Ms. Geomilie S. Tumamao-Guittap - Presenter 13 to 15 July 2016 “Expectations vs. Reality: Disparities in Energy Efficiency and Conservation Acacia Hotel, Alabang Practices and Perceptions among Tourist Accommodation Providers in Muntinlupa, Philippines Coron, Palawan” presented at the Sustainable Built Environment 2016 Manila Conference Ms. Geomilie S. Tumamao-Guittap (presenter) 13 to 15 July 2016 “Hydro-Meteorological Risk Assessment Guided Demand Forecasting Acacia Hotel, Alabang in Humanitarian Logistics Management: the case of Tacloban city in the Muntinlupa, Philippines Philippines” presented at the Sustainable Built Environment 2016 Manila Conference Ms. Geomilie S. Tumamao-Guittap (presenter)

130 27 April 2016 “Winning the Typhoon Belt: Case Studies for Typhoon-Resilient Designs” 4F Wilcon Depot, presented at the “CLIMATE CHANGE: Killing Me Softly” Lecture Series of Libis Quezon City, the Green Architecture Advocacy Philippines Philippines Ms. Geomilie S. Tumamao-Guittap - Presenter 8 August 2016 “Identifying the Determinants of Walkability and Use of Non- Motorized National Center for Transport in a Medium-Sized City: The Case of Iloilo City, Philippines Transportation Studies, presented at the Transportation Science Society of the Philippines (TSSP) UP Diliman 2016 Annual Conference Prof. Jun T. Castro 21 to 22 January 2016 “TRADITION AS A BASIS FOR CHANGE: A Comparative Study on Luis Hora Gymnasium, Settlement Patterns in Central Mayoyao in the municipality of Mayoyao, IFSU Main, Nayon, Ifugao Province and Ogimachi Village in Shirakawa-Mura, Gifu Prefecture” Lamut, Ifugao presented at the International Forum on Synergizing Research and Human Capacity Building for Landscape Sustainability in the Japan-Philippines GIAHS Training Program Prof. David Leonides T. Yap

Institutional Linkages The school continues to maintain its institutional linkages and seeks to forge new relations with agencies, academic institutions both here and abroad, and with international organizations, as reflected below: • The school maintains its ties with the Technische Universität Dortmund (TUDo) in implementing the SPRING-Asia Program. The exchange program involves academic exchange and cooperation between UP SURP and the TUDo Faculty of Spatial Planning (TUDo FSP), featuring the joint offering of the M.Sc. program in regional development. It also includes exchange of faculty and students, and the conduct of joint researches and study projects, among other activities. • The school likewise maintains a Memorandum of Understanding with the Katholischer Akademischer Auslander-Dienst (KAAD), or the Catholic Academic Support Program for Foreigners, which provides scholarship support for the Master of Science in Regional Development Planning (MScRDP) under the SPRING Asia Programme jointly awarded by both the TUDo and SURP. • UP SURP was host to a batch of architecture students from Seoul National University National University of Science and Technology (SeoulTech) Graduate School of Housing from 11 January to 7 February 2015. On 4 February 2015, the students gave a presentation entitled “Gongju City (in Korea) Urban/Design Program/Plan” as part of their course work. • The school also has an ongoing partnership with the University of Newcastle (UoN), Australia where various academic activities, such as faculty, staff, and student exchanges, collaborative researches, lectures, and exchanges of academic information, among others, will be carried out. The UP SURP is currently working with UoN on the joint supervision of master’s thesis and research projects under University of Newcastle’s Master of Disaster Risk Reduction (MRR) Program. • Likewise, the School maintain linkages with the Tokyo University of Maritime Science and Technology (Japan), the Woodbury University (USA), and the Universidad Astral de Chile (Chile) in developing academic cooperation and promoting mutual understanding between both universities through the following activities: exchange of faculty, researchers and other research, administrative staff and students; collaborative research projects, lectures and symposia; and the exchange of academic information and materials. • The School launched a Joint Academic Program with the UP Visayas College of Management, where the MAURP Program is offered as part of the Regional Academic Program of the School.

131 • The school has an ongoing linkage with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) where the Out-of-Campus Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning Program are offered to staff members of the BCDA. For this venture, classes are conducted at Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. • The UP SURP also maintains linkages with national and local government institutions and offices through its involvement in government’s various planning-related projects and programs. Through these collaborative efforts, the school likewise seeks to promote and establish UP SURP’s expertise on climate change and disaster risk management, among others. Upgrade Teaching and Research Facilities The School continually upgrades its teaching and research amenities as part of its efforts to improve the school’s physical facilities. Construction began soon after the groundbreaking ceremony in October 2015, and is expected to finish in 2018.

FINANCIAL STANDING The School receives allotment from the University of the Philippines for its Management and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE). In addition, the School’s foundation, the UP Planning and Development Research Foundation, Inc. (UP PLANADES), also extends financial assistance and support for the School’s programs, projects and initiatives. Research Funding is also awarded to the school via the Office of the Chancellor and the UP PLANADES.

SILLIMAN UNIVERSITY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER

The Silliman University Research and Development Center (RDC) represents the research component of the University’s FIRE (Faith strengthening, Instruction, Research, and Extension) thrust. The research director reports to the academic vice president. All academic units have a research point-person, but all research-related activity of faculty and staff is coursed through their respective deans to the office of the VPAA who then forwards these to the office of the RDC.

INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES The most significant organizational change at the SU RDC in 2016 was the assumption of psychologist Margaret Helen U. Alvarez of the office of RDC director, replacing anthropologist Enrique G. Oracion starting June 1, 2016. Dr. Oracion became the dean of the university graduate studies program, replacing retiring philosophy professor Reynaldo Y. Rivera. New staff was also hired as former staff joined the teaching force for senior high school courses. Training of faculty and staff prioritized Philippine educational reforms—e.g., K to 12 program and transitioning to a new general education curriculum in the tertiary level for implementation in 2018. Silliman University constituted a University Research Ethics Committee (UREC)—an independent body from the RDC that reports directly to the VPAA. The committee applied for accreditation with the Philippine Health Research Ethics Board (PHREB); the committee is operational and its members have undergone training with PHREB. All research proposals by faculty and staff and students (including undergraduate research) are reviewed by the UREC.

132 With the assumption of a new mayor of Dumaguete City, faculty members of the History and Political Science Department were appointed as members of the City Heritage Council, headed by Dr. Earl Jude Cleope, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Two other faculty members are in the team of trainers on Health Leadership and Management for the Poor, a project funded by Zuellig Family Foundation and the Department of Health. The HLMP is part of the leadership and governance capability building components of the DOH-ZFF Health Leadership and Governance Program (HLGP) and anchored on the Bridging Leadership framework. It is a one-year two-module leadership program intended for mayors and municipal health officers (MHO) and CHD personnel to enhance the leadership and technical capacities of Mayors, MHOs, and specifically CHD personnel to effectively and efficiently implement the HLGP and provide support to provincial and municipal health leaders. In 2016, the team trained LGU officials and department heads from the Provinces of Bohol and Cebu. In October 2016, faculty members attended training of trainers for the teaching of new general education courses held in various venues—De la Salle University in Manila, University of San Carlos in Cebu, and Ateneo de Manila University. All academic units are revising curricula in preparation for 2018 when the first batch of senior high school graduates entering college will be enrolled in new general education courses. Institutional courses already in place at Silliman University (e.g., Old and New Testament, and Christian Ethics) will continue to be included in new curricula university-wide. The SU RDC was recognized as one of only five of the most active members of the Socioeconomic Research Project of the Philippines (SERP-P) Project of the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) during its biennial assembly on December 5, 2016 in Quezon City,

ACADEMIC AND SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES The Sociology and Anthropology Department has ongoing (beginning February 2016) consultancy project (research) with the Energy Development Corporation (EDC) for the Resettlement of Occupants at EDC Production Sites. At the School of Mass Communication, SU Research and Environmental News Service, a project managed by Ms. Celia Acedo and funded by U.S. Embassy Manila, was implemented last school year, 2015-2016, and was renewed this school year, 2016-2017. Its main purpose is to write about science and environmental stories for the print, broadcast and on-line media in the Philippines, because science and the environment are not sufficiently covered by our media. A secondary purpose is to popularize research studies produced at Silliman University. Towards these ends, among others, SU Renews has been able to produce more than 50 news and features since it first started. All of these stories were printed in national, regional and local newspapers (Philippine Daily Inquirer, inquirer.com, philstar.com, The Freeman, Sun-Star Cebu, Visayan Daily Star, Dumaguete Metropost, The Negros Chronicle, SU NetNews, and all broadcast stations in Dumaguete). Counting the number of times that all of these stories were used, there were more than 200 media “exposures” resulting from our efforts, providing, we hope, more awareness of environmental issues as well as free publicity of the intellectual prowess of Silliman University in terms of its research output. The Communication Research class for graduating seniors continues to produce media- related research and present these in a forum for Mass Communication students. In addition, the Community Newspaper class that teaches students to become media entrepreneurs, produces one or two issues of the Metropost, a local weekly newspaper in Dumaguete and circulated in Negros Oriental, Siquijor and online. It serves the news information needs of thousands of Negrenses, outside the province and abroad. In the Environmental Communication Campaigns class, a major subject in the Certificate in Environmental Journallism (CEJ) program, students learn to apply various strategies and tools for personal and mediated communication to inform,

133 educate, motivate and mobilize stakeholders in addressing specific environmental concern identified by the community. The students learn to network with the local government and to harness the support of various groups in the community. Silliman faculty contributed articles for a special issue of Silliman Journal (volume 56, number 2) on Service-Learning: Sustainability: An Issue in Service-Learning by social work teacher and extension director, Emervencia L. Ligutom, Opportunities and challenges of the College of Mass Communication, Silliman University in the use of service-learning as a pedagogy, by journalist Ma. Cecilia M. Genove, Employing Typologies of Learning for a Holistic Evaluation of Service- Learning Students, by anthropologist Enrique G. Oracion, Information and Communication Technology in Service-Learning: Some Ethical Issues and Concerns, by computer studies dean Dave E. Marcial, Literature and Service-Learning: Challenges in Reconciling Cultural Beliefs with Christian and Nationalist Values in the Context of Common Ghost and Malevolent Spirit Narratives, by Philippine studies professor Andrea Gomez-Soluta, Reflective Journaling in Service-Learning: Pitfalls and Potentials, by language professor Gina A. Fontejon-Bonior, and, Ensuring the Safety of Students, Faculty and Community during Service-Learning: The Silliman University Experience, by service-learning director Deborah Mae C. Salem. Publications and research presentations from Silliman University faculty in 2016 also included the following: Panol, Z. S., & Baseleres, R. M. Bayan Ko and Other Songs: The soundtrack of Philippine Political Activism. Chapter 1 in Music as a platform for political communication. Uche Onyebadi, Ed. Scheduled for publication 1st quarter of 2017 by IGI Global, Carbondale, IL, U.S.A.; Panol, Z.S., & Baseleres, R.M. Activism in the Philippines: Memorializing and retelling political struggles through music. Paper presented at the 2016 International Association for Mass Communication Research (IAMCR) Conference at Leicester, United Kingdom, July 27-31, 2016; and, Valbuena, M.J.D. The art of teaching wellness management through sport psychology and exercise science for the 21st century learner. Paper presented at Silliman University, July 6, 2016.

PARTICIPATION IN CONFERENCES & SEMINARS Silliman University hosted the 10th International Conference on Philippine Studies (ICOPHIL) July 6-8, 2016 on the theme “Re-Imagining Community, Scholarship, and Citizenship.” SU faculty members contributed a symposium entitled “Silliman University: Re-Imagining an Imagined Institution.” History professors attended the National Heritage Conservation Summit on November 12, 2016 at Guy Hall, Silliman University. The Summit, which adopted the theme “Heritage Tourism,” was organized by The Heritage Conservation Society of the Philippines and the City Government of Dumaguete. It was aimed at bringing together a wide spectrum of participants representing national government, local government units, local heritage societies, the academe, cultural workers, heritage professionals, the tourism industry, and the media. Its primary objective was to discuss and exchange knowledge on the best practices in heritage and cultural tourism in the Philippines, recent developments and the challenges and opportunities faced in the conservation of heritage. MassComm Dean and member of the CHED Technical Committee for Communication Rosario M. Baseleres was a presenter at the Communication National Consultative Conference for the Proposed Master of Arts in Communication and Master of Science in Development Communication in Quezon City on November 24, 2016. Former CMC Dean Maria Cecilia M. Genove conducted journalism seminar-workshops as part of the Media Festival sponsored by ComArts Group, Cebu, Philippine Information Agency Region 6, and Department of Education Negros Oriental Division and Dumaguete City Division. She was also resource speaker for Career Information Expo Blitz , Commission on Higher Education Negros Island Region (CHED-NIR) December 16, 2016 at Silliman University.

134 The Psychology Department co-sponsored with the Psychological Association of the Philippines (PAP) Sport and Exercise Psychology Special Interest Group a Forum on Sport and Exercise Psychology in the 21st Century, hosted by Silliman University in July 2016. Faculty members presented papers at the 53rd Annual Convention of the PAP in Clark, Pampanga, September 14-16, 2016. Psychology associate professor Margaret U Alvarez was appointed editor-in-chief of the Philippine Journal of Psychology, was plenary speaker at the 9th Annual Visayas-Mindanao Psychology Convention, January 2016, at the Ateneo de Davao University, and was elected president of the Psychological Association of the Philippines.

FINANCIAL STANDING The SU Research and Development Center receives an annual budget from the university for operation and for small research grants for regular faculty who have not yet availed of this grant. The fund—the Faculty Development Grant for Research—has a budget allocation this year of PhP250,000.

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT RESEARCH CENTER De La Salle University Manila

ACADEMIC/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES Several research dissemination presentations, fora and workshops were conducted/ participated in by researchers of the Social Development Research Center in 2016. These were: • “Dissemination on Key Findings: Moving Forward and Overcoming Challenges: Focus on the Non-Visible Faces 11/2013 Typhoon Yolanda Disaster in Leyte,” presented by University Fellow and former SDRC Director Dr. Exaltacion Lamberte during the 34th anniversary of the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development held on March 17, 2016 at the New World Hotel in Makati. In her presentation, Dr. Lamberte explained that the study’s aim was to seek feedback on how to improve disaster risk reduction management in the Philippines. It clarifies that Typhoon Yolanda is not a disaster, but an event that produced a disaster (an outcome). The study focuses on the children, the actors, women, and the institutional arrangement of distributing aid through the barangays—it sought to determine whether this set-up was actually helpful for the typhoon victims. • “Forum on Teaching Philippine Indigenous Culture,” sponsored by the United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia in cooperation with SDRC. Held on April 8, 2016 at the DLSU Yuchengco Hall, the forum was the first of its kind to be conducted at the University, and was organized by the research team of the project “Reclaiming Filipino Indigenous Culture through Teaching and Learning” and the SDRC staff. According to project director Dr. Hazel Biana, one lesson that surfaced from the study’s 2015 workshop conducted in Manila, with thirty faculty members from state universities and colleges in attendance, was that most teachers are still in need of training with regard to indigenous culture. It was decided to hold the present forum, rather than a conference, in order to have a venue at which experts could share knowledge in their chosen fields. • “Sow the Seeds of Change: Local Best Practices in Disaster Risk Reduction Efforts,” a workshop held on May 5, 2016 at the DLSU University Fellows Room. Headed by University Fellow

135 and former SDRC Director Dr. Exaltacion Lamberte, the “Sow the Seeds of Change” study seeks to define resiliency in the health sector and in local government units, and to identify success factors running through these disaster risk reduction efforts. Three case research studies were conducted on best practices that demonstrate efforts geared toward disaster risk reduction initiatives. The workshop provided the opportunity for members of the team to share updates on the status of the local case studies; review the different methodologies applied and discuss what changes were made to ensure collection of adequate data; share key findings; map out plans for disseminating the Best Practices study; and consider publication strategies and specific protocols/norms. • “Media and PWID: Covering Stories on Capabilities and Contributions,” a workshop and fellowship program for media practitioners sponsored by the Probe Media Foundation Inc. (PMFI) and Unilab Foundation (ULF). During the program, Project Director and Research Fellow Dr. Roberto Javier and members of the SDRC research team that conducted the study “From the Margins to the Mainstream of Society: Transforming the Lives of Workers with Exceptionality, their Co-workers, Business, Corporate Practices, Policies and the Workplace” shared their insights. Held on July 15-16, 2016 at the Bayanihan Center in Mandaluyong City, the activity aimed to provide media practitioners with the knowledge and skills needed to create better reports and stories on issues related to Persons with Disabilities, with special focus on Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWID). The workshop discussion highlighted the improvement in PWDs’ adaptive functioning, specifically in the areas of socialization and communication, in the workplace. • “Vertical and Horizontal Accountability among Stakeholders in Disaster Mitigation and Response in the Philippines,” a presentation delivered by SDRC Research Fellow Dr. Marlon Era during the 3rd International Sociological Association (ISA) Forum of Sociology, held from July 10 to 14, 2016 in Vienna, Austria. Speaking during the session on “Lessons Learned: Success, Failures, and Government Accountability in Disaster Mitigation and Response,” Dr. Era focused on the delivery of disaster response and mitigation in selected communities as guided by the central government’s development planning and strategies. He discussed how uncoordinated efforts from the national to the local levels affect the quality of disaster response and mitigation, justifying the need for a more careful study on the issue of accountability and responsibility among key actors, on who is accountable to whom, and on how accountability facilitates or hinders a more effective disaster mitigation and response. His presentation utilized actual field work in communities in Quezon City, making use of key informant interviews and focus group discussions among stakeholders and a review of existing laws and relevant policies, specifically the Local Government Code of 1991 (RA 7160) and the National Disaster Management Law (RA 10121). • “Paghahanda sa Paparating na Pagtanda: Kaisipan sa Senior Citizenship at Social Pension,” a presentation delivered by Project Director and Research Fellow Dr. Roberto Javier during the forum on “Prospecting Ageing: Social and Income Security in Old Age in the Philippines” held on August 8, 2016 at the Animo Labs of the Henry Sy, Sr. Hall. Dr. Javier’s paper sought to contribute to understanding old age and social pension, and provided policy recommendations in guaranteeing social and income security in old age to all Filipinos. The paper was culled from the “Qualitative Analysis on the Feasibility of a Universal Social Pension in the Philippines” study conducted at SDRC and funded by HelpAge International and the Coalition of Services of the Elderly (COSE). Respondents in the study across age groups and areas of residence believed that in their old age, they would need health and other medical services, as well as rest and recreation, hospitalization, maintenance medicine, medical check-ups, and support for mobility. The respondents included in their anticipated needs higher discount rates in the purchase of food and drugs, and in transportation fare, as well as in the cost of life insurance and burial benefits.

136 • “Children in Non-Traditional Families and Difficult Circumstances: When is Alternative Parental Care Necessary?”, the third of the lectures delivered by SDRC Director Dr. Maria Caridad Tarroja as holder of the Dr. Peregrine de Guzman, Sr. Professorial Chair in Population Studies. Held on August 23, 2016, at the 14th Floor of Br. Andrew Gonzalez Hall and hosted by the Psychology Department of the College of Liberal Arts, Dr. Tarroja’s lecture was presented after previous talks she has given on defining the Filipino family and on undocumented youth in Malaysia. The lecture on children in non-traditional families identified risk factors that can impact the development of such children, such as being raised by a single parent, absent or widowed parents, a step-parent, an overseas Filipino worker (OFW), or a member of the LGBT community. It also highlighted the issues and challenges faced in parenting such children (particularly when family structure, living arrangement, and other circumstances are considered to be unstable), and discussed when alternative parental care becomes essential. • “The Role and Challenges of Research Mentoring in a Research University”, a talk by SDRC research fellow and past director Dr. Ma. Elena Chiong-Javier delivered on October 19, 2016 at Yuchengco Hall. Sponsored by the College of Liberal Arts as part of its Brown Bag Sessions, the talk by Dr. Chiong-Javier defined what a research university is, and how research mentoring is a primary task in higher learning institutions. Specifically, she discussed the role of research mentoring within the context of DLSU, what major challenges were faced, and what recommendations could be made to address these challenges. Given the challenges faced in research mentorship at DLSU, Dr. Chiong-Javier suggested standardizing the framework for mentoring to guide all pertinent units; formulating clear ethical guidelines for good mentorship; ensuring that faculty, researchers and students are uniformly oriented about the standards developed for research mentoring; encouraging and facilitating more co-authored publications of faculty mentors and graduate/postgraduate mentees; considering the work of mentors in promotion or tenure decisions as a formal incentive; and strengthening the research mentorship capacity of young or inexperienced faculty through collaborations with senior faculty members. • “Understanding the Context of Lack of Interest among Out-of-School Youth: A Presentation of Results,” held on December 9, 2016 at the Orchid Garden Suites in Manila. Led by SDRC Director Dr. Maria Caridad H. Tarroja with research team members Dr. Abdul Jhariel Osman and Ms. Klarizze Valdoria, the presentation was delivered before a gathering of stakeholders from the Department of Education, the Basic Education Sector Transformation (BEST) program of the Australian Embassy, Barangay Leveriza in Malate, Cayetano Arellano High School in Tondo, and the Calamba Bayside National High School. Among the participants in the stakeholders’ discussion was special guest Br. Armin Luistro, former Department of Education Secretary and current head of the DepEd Superintendent Leadership Training Program. The presentation of results focused on the concept of “lack of interest,” which is often not understood because it has no clear explanation. To address this problem, the research team consulted with faculty of DLSU who were experts in terms of scale development, and created a risk assessment tool that is preventive in nature, helping to identify students when red flags are up, and to determine when intervention programs can be implemented. The research team pointed out that it is a good idea to catch students who are at risk of dropping out early on, when a certain percentage of absences in class attendance can determine who the tool should be used for. They also recommended that, since the study comprises the initial part of the assessment tool, the tool can later be validated on a larger scale.

INSTITUTIONAL OR ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENTS INITIATIVES The Social Development Research Center was elected to the Board of Directors of the Local Governance Training and Research Institutes - Philippine Network (LoGoTRI-PhilNet) for

137 the period 2016 to 2019. The results of the election were announced by the LoGoTRI-PhilNet Secretariat on December 17, 2015, and relayed to the Center by SDRC Research Fellow and Solid Waste Management Association of the Philippines Executive Vice-President Dr. Marlon Era. The Local Governance Training and Research Institutes - Philippine Network (LoGoTRI- PhilNet) is the country’s response to rationalize and direct the capacity development efforts in local governance, and to institute mechanisms toward a sustained, responsive, appropriate, transparent, accountable and quality capacity building intervention for local governments. Formed in 2004, with SDRC as one of its founding member institutions, the Network acts as a catalyst of change for the institutional development of local government units (LGUs). It provides relevant programs and services to empower civil society and the private sector through participation in good governance. As local resource institutions (LRIs) endeavor to act as catalysts of change in an environment of sustainable partnership, LoGoTRI-PhilNet promotes institutions and practices good governance through integrated and concerted action. Ten research fellows led by Social Development Research Center Director Dr. Maria Caridad Tarroja, seven research associates and assistants, and eight research staff members participated in a writeshop held on August 5 and 6, 2016 to reconstruct a manual for field research operations for SDRC. Last revised in 2004, the manual is intended provide a guide on the processes involved in project development, financial management and operating procedures, and recruitment and hiring procedures for researchers conducting externally-funded projects. It also presents an orientation on the Center via its mission-vision, research and program agenda, and organizational structure. Prof. Ma. Angeles G. Lapeña facilitated the writeshop, held at the Orchid Garden Suites in Manila, through two major sessions: One on the field research experience of researchers at SDRC, and another to consolidate the manual’s provisions for field research. A plenary presentation of outputs from the latter session, followed by a discussion among writeshop participants, concluded the activity. Finalization of the writeshop output is currently being done by Prof. Lapeña and the SDRC research staff. Four presentations on recently completed researches highlighted SDRC’s 37th Anniversary program, held on December 14, 2016 at the Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle with the theme “A Celebration of Work toward Enabling the Filipino.” They were made by Associate Professor Dr. Myla Arcinas, project director for “Conflict of Interest in Infant and Young Child Nutrition among Health Professionals and Health Professional Societies,” who spoke on the barriers to the effective implementation of “The Code” or the exclusive use of breast milk among infants; Associate Professor Dr. Marlon Era, project director for “Developing Competencies of Middle Level Health Workers and Maximizing their Roles in Task-Sharing in the Philippines,” who shared his insights on how the study’s results can contribute to policy amendment on the capacity of midwives to administer contraceptives; Associate Professor Dr. Dennis Erasga, project director for “Whose Health, Whose Vulnerability: A Stakeholder Approach in Assessing Health-Related Vulnerability and Adaptation in the Philippines,” who relayed his challenges in convincing the study’s funding agency that the manual it produced was itself the project findings; and Full Professor Dr. Roberto Javier, Jr., project director for “Paghahanda sa Paparating na Pagtanda at ang Sistema ng Pension sa Pilipinas,” who cited the provision of social services as a weakness of government, and emphasized that this should be of concern to all, since no one is exempt from aging. The significance of these studies validated the observations that Vice Chancellor for Research Innovation Dr. Raymond Tan relayed in his end of the year message—that SDRC keeps academic activities grounded through real work in the field. He acknowledged the Center’s contribution to the University’s current research standing, being in the lead among Philippine educational institutions, and having increased its output threefold since 2010.

FINANCIAL STANDING SDRC continues to be financially viable. While the University provides an annual budget for the Center’s regular expenses (such as for meetings, transportation, communications, repairs 138 and maintenance, and its annual workshop/teambuilding), the Center earns from its various externally-funded projects. Total administrative earnings for 2016 are estimated to be PHP 2,679,862.64, which is about a 38% increase from the previous year’s earnings. Project funding from the various organizations has ranged from PHP 127,000.00 to PHP 11,992,000.00.

SOCIAL WEATHER STATIONS

ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Surveys completed

Social Weather Report First Quarter March 30 - April 2, 2016 Second Quarter June 24-27, 2016 Third Quarter September 24-27, 2016 Fourth Quarter December 3-6, 2016

Other surveys DATE COVERAGE SAMPLE SIZE RESPONDENT January 7-9, 2016 PH 1,200 Validated Voters January 15-20, 2016 One City 1,000 Adults January 20-26, 2016 Mindanao 2,000 Adults January 23 - 26, 2016 One City 600 Adults January 28 - 31, 2016 One City 600 Registered Voters February 5-May 6, 2016 Selected Cities 950 Enterprise Managers February 5-7, 2016 PH 1,200 Validated Voters February 14-18, 2016 One City 800 12 years old and above February 24-27, 2016 PH 1,800 Validated Voters March 4-6, 2016 PH 1,800 Validated Voters March 5-6, 2016 One City 300 Registered Voters March 8-16, 2016 PH 1,200 Registered Voters with Biometrics March 14-May 31, 2016 PH 1,200 Registered Voters with Biometrics March 13-17, 2016 One City 1,800 Validated Voters March 14-16, 2016 PH 1,000 Parent/ Guardian/ Teenagers March 16-20, 2016 PH 1,200 Adults April 08-10, 2016 One District 800 Validated Voters April 9-11, 2016 One District 800 Validated Voters April 13-15, 2016 One City 1,000 Validated Voters April 15-17, 2016 One City 500 Registered Voters with Biometrics April 18-20, 2016 PH 1,800 Validated Voters April 22-25, 2016 One City 1,800 Registered Voters with Biometrics April 23-25, 2016 One District 1,100 Validated Voters April 29-30, 2016 PH 1,800 Validated Voters May 1-3, 2016 PH 4,500 Validated Voters May 9, 2016 PH 72,821 Registered Voters June 10-13. 2016 PH 1,000 Adults July 24-27, 2016 One City 300 Adult Household Head

139 SWS Survey Data Archives and Library Dataset archives consist of Philippine and foreign surveys. As of December 6, 2016, the collection has grown to 566 Philippine datasets. The Philippine surveys consist of 276 national surveys and 290 sub-national surveys encompassing 888,255 interviews. More than 102,011 survey questions can now be searched in the Questionnaire Database.

Datasets in available in the SWS Library Aside from the quarterly Social Weather Surveys, the following local survey data, with embargoes lifted as of December 2015, are now available in the SWS Library:

Metro Manila Other areas Jan 2012 Parañaque City March 2012 CAR, Region VIII, Region March 2012 NCR IX, Region X, Maguindanao, July 2011 Quezon City Davao riental May 2012 Manila April 2012 Davao City July 2012 Caloocan City May 2012 ARMM, Basilan, North October 2012 NCR, Metro Angeles, Metro Cotabato, Agusan del Sur, Cebu, Metro, Iloilo, Metro Lanao del Sur Davao, CALABA, Cagayan de June 2012 Palawan, Zamboanga del Norte Oro-Iligan September 2012 Davao del Sur, Sarangani, August 2012 Parañaque City South Cotabato, Sultan September 2012 Quezon City, Manila, Caloocan Kudarat, Bohol, City, Makati Laguna, Surigao del Sur November 2012 Mindanao

Fellows news • Dr. Ronald U. Mendoza became an SWS fellow in September 2016. • Ms. Linda Luz Guerrero joins the Survey Methodology Group of the World Values Survey Association (WVSA) last October 2016.

Staff news The latest addition to the SWS workforce are, Gregorio B. Hutalla (Security Assistant), Mary Mae A. Jungco (Supervising Anchor), Antonia Beatrice D. Lee (Research Assistant), Dankarl Leon D. Magpayo (Research Assistant), Eliza Marie G. Marchadesch (Research Assistant), Wilson Theodore D. Regañon (Accounting Assistant), Krisia S. Santos (Research Assistant), Roberto L. Varona (Utility Aide).

International Citations ISSP Research Group (2016): International Social Survey Programme: Family and Changing Gender Roles IV - ISSP 2012. GESIS Data Archive, Cologne. ZA5900 Data file Version 4.0.0, doi:10.4232/1.12661

ACADEMIC AND SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES SWS Seminars • SWS and the Ateneo School of Government course on Social Survey Research SWS and the Ateneo School of Government offered a course on social survey research, taught by SWS President Mahar Mangahas. It covered election surveys and other governance applications of survey research methodologies. The class was held every Saturday from February 6 to April 2, 2016.

140 • Key findings of the SWS Safe Cities Quezon City Baseline Study Presented by Jay Sandoval, SWS Fellow and Director for Sampling and Data Processing, at a presscon organized by the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN WOMEN) at the Quezon City Experience (QCX) Museum on March 7, 2016. • A Symposium on Poll Surveys and the Philippine 2016 Elections SWS president Mahar Mangahas was a key speaker at The Challenge of Credibility: a Symposium on Poll Surveys and the Philippine 2016 Elections on March 22, 2016, at DL Umali Hall, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Laguna. • 14th Consumer Coping Behavior Survey Presentation Social Weather Stations and the Center for Business Research & Development (CBRD) presented the results of the 14th Consumer Coping Behavior Survey on April 15, 2016, at Room 408, Yuchengco Hall, De La Salle University, 2401 Taft Avenue, Malate, Manila. • 2016 Survey of Enterprises on Corruption Social Weather Stations (SWS), in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry- National Competitiveness Council (NCC), presented the result of the 2016 Survey of Enterprises on Corruption in a series of roadshows in selected cities, from October 12 to November 22, 2016.

Publications The article, “Mahar Mangahas: Pioneer in ‘Social Weather Reporting’,” has been published in the Applied Research in Quality of Life (Volume 1 / 2006 - Volume 11 / 2016), the official journal of the International Society for Quality-of-Life Studies (ISQOLS).

Conferences, Trainings and Workshops Attended/Papers presented • 10th International Conference on Philippine Studies (ICOPHIL-10) at Siliman University, Dumaguete City, was attended by Iremae Labucay and Dr. Steven Rood, July 6-8, 2016. • 2016 ISSP Annual General Assembly at Kaunas, Lithuania, was attended by Iremae Labucay, April 29, 2016. • 2nd General Membership Meeting of the Marketing and Opinion Research Society of the Philippines (MORES): “What the 2016 Polls is Really Telling us about Today’s Filipinos” attended by Vladymir Joseph Licudine at Legends Villa Hotel, Mandaluyong City, July 13, 2016. • Asian Barometer Conference on Asian Democracies at Taipei, Taiwan, was attended by Iremae Labucay and Linda Luz Guerrero, August 8-12, 2016. • 2016 International Society for Quality of Life Studies (ISQOLS) Annual Conference attended by Mahar Mangahas, Linda Luz B. Guerrero, Gerardo Sandoval, Leo Laroza, Gianne Sheena Sabio, Christian Michael Entoma and Asherel Joy Zaide at Seoul University, Seoul, South Korea, August 27-29, 2016. • 9th International Conference on Social Science Methodology, organized by International Sociological Association (ISA) Research Committee RC33, attended by Linda Luz B. Guerrero, Gerardo Sandoval, and Josefina Tayactac at University of Leicester, England, September 11-16, 2016. • All About Contractualization, Endo and 555, organized by Powermax, attended by Rommel Tabije and Mark Louie Avanceña at RCBC Plaza, Makati last October 11, 2016. • Labor Law Updates and Contracting-out Work 2016, organized by Training Events and Research Management Corporation, attended by Rommel Tabije, Iremae Labucay, and Mark

141 Louie Avanceña at Max’s Restaurant, Quezon Avenue Branch, Quezon City last October 12, 2016. • Asia’s Challenged Democracies in the Age of Globalization, Digital Revolution and Democratic Recession, organized by the Asian Barometer was attended by Linda Luz Guerrero at Centra Government Complex Hotel & Convention Centre, Bangkok, Thailand, October 22-23, 2016 • SSS General Information Seminar, organized by Social Security System, attended by Maria Teresa Inaldo, Mark Avanceña, and Wilson Theodore D. Regañon at SSS Building, East Ave., Diliman, Quezon City last November 18, 2016. • Getting the Measure of Poverty in the Philippines and Vietnam, organized by the Cardiff University as part of the Global Challenges Research Fund Programme, attended by Linda Luz Guerrero and Dr. Jeff Ducanes at Cardiff University last November 23, 2016.

FINANCIAL STANDING As of mid 2016, Social Weather Stations has an estimated fund surplus of 8.43 million Pesos.

WOMEN’S AND GENDER STUDIES ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPINES

The Women’s Studies Association of the Philippines (WSAP) is a national professional organization of academe and non-academe-based Women’s Studies teachers, researchers and activists promoting gender perspectives in the Philippine educational system. This report covers WSAP’s organizational and knowledge production and mobilization activities which are aligned with and driven by the professional engagements of members.

Knowledge production and mobilization The WSAP continued to offer technical support to two government agencies, namely the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the Philippine Commission on Women (PCW). WSAP played an active role in the Commission on Higher Education’s mandate to mainstream gender sensitivity in higher education through the engagement of its members as part of the technical working group on gender; among the WSAP members who actively contributed to CHED in the development of gender mainstreaming in the HEIs were: Dr. Carolyn I. Sobritchea (University of the Philippines Diliman), Dr. Maria Helen F. Dayo (University of the Philippines Los Banos), Dr. Zenaida Q. Reyes (Philippine Normal University). The WSAP supported the Philippine Commission on Women’s identified women’s priority legislative agenda for the 17th Congress as this was launched on 18 October 2016 at the House of Representatives in Quezon City. The WSAP is also happy to report that the new Chairperson of the Philippine Commission on Women, Dr. Rhodora M. Bucoy, served as Vice President of the Association from 2013-2015. She is a lifetime member of the Association, as is the current executive director of the PCW, Emmeline L. Versoza.

142 Organizational restructuring and planning As individual members continued to engage with various government agencies and institutions of higher learning in advocating for women’s empowerment and gender equality, the WSAP, as an organization, underwent organizational restructuring, beginning with a change in name. The new name of the Association, as registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), since September 2016 is “Women’s and Gender Studies Association of the Philippines”, even as we still go by the acronym WSAP, as this is already nationally and internationally known. Internally, and fondly, we nicknamed ourselves WSAP 2.0, to mark the beginning of a second generation, especially with the inclusion of “gender” in our name, and as a more prominent feature of our advocacy. The interim officers of the Women’s and Gender Studies Association of the Philippines are: Dr. Odine Maria M. de Guzman (Director, UP Center for Women’s and Gender Studies, University of the Philippines), president; Prof. Rebecca P. Marquez (Dean of Student Affairs, St. Scholastica’s College), vice president; Dr. Maria Helen F. Dayo (University of the Philippines Los Banos), treasurer; Ms. Laniza R. Lacsamana (UPCWS Foundation, Inc.), secretary.

143 Board of Trustees Resolutions

16-02-01 Approved the 2016 budget proposed by the Finance Committee. 16-02-02 Approved and adopted the recommendation of the ad-hoc Evaluation Committee to reappoint Dr. Amaryllis Torres as PSSC Executive Director for a term of three years, beginning February 1, 2016 to February 15, 2019. (Resolution was signed on 20 February 2016)

16-02-03 Approved and adopted the measures recommended by the ad-hoc Evaluation Committee to improve PSSC operations, with the following additions: (a) tap PSSC’s standing committees to mobilize funds and contribute to the goals of PSSC; and (b) develop a strategic plan which includes possible areas and modes of cooperation between PSSC and its member-organizations, and sets long-term vision/goals for PSSC.

16-04-01 ELECTED the following office-holders for the period 1 March 2016 to 28 February 2018: Chairperson: Lourdes M. Portus Vice Chairperson: Filomin C. Gutierrez Treasurer: Stella A. Quimbo

16-04-02 CONSTITUTED the following PSSC Working Committees for the period 1 March 2016 to 28 February 2018: Finance and Personnel Committee Research Committee Stella A. Quimbo (Chair) Cynthia N. Zayas Alvin P. Ang Marie Joy B. Arguillas Carmelita N. Ericta Marco B. Lagman Peter Lee U Kriztine R. Viray

Grants Committee Membership Committee Gerardo Sandoval Evelyn A. Miranda Suzanna R. Roldan Rochelle G. Lucas Danilo R. Reyes Clarence M. Batan Arsenio S. Alianan Jr. Maria Midea M. Kabamalan

Program Fellows Committee Maria Isabel P. Martin Ronald D. Holmes Maria Caridad H. Tarroja Lourdes M. Portus

16-06-01 Approved the realignment of P50,000 from the Research Award Program budget to jumpstart the Program Fellows initiative.

16-09-01 RESOLVED to authorize any of the following officers to conduct bidding and post-award transactions, negotiations and arrangements for government projects: Dr. Lourdes Portus, Dr. Amaryllis Torres, Dr. Filomin Gutierrez.

144 Executive Committee Resolutions

16-05-01 Approved the recommendation of the Grants Committee to provide travel support to Jessica Villiran, April Porteria, and Majah-Lea Ravago under the 2016 Travel Assistance Program. 16-05-02 Approved the recommendation of the Research Committee to award RAP grants to the following: Dindo Café, Sandra Ebrada, and Palmo Iya.

16-07-01 Approved the recommendation of the Grants Committee to provide travel support to Ms. Marietta Sumagaysay under the 2016 Travel Assistance Program.

16-08-01 Approved the travel assistance applications of Tina Clemente, Rocio Isabel Paloma and Lourdes Portus.

145 Directory of PSSC Members

REGULAR MEMBERS

Linguistic Society of the Philppines Philippine Political Science Association c/o Dept. of Applied Linguistics c/o Dept. of Political Science De La Salle University De La Salle University TAft Ave., Manila TAft Ave., Manila Tel: 524-4611 loc 192/530 Tel: 524-4611 Dr. Shirley Dita, President Dr. Francisco Magno, President Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Philippine Association of Social Workers, Inc. Philippine Population Association PSSCenter, Commonwealth Ave. Rm. 236, Palma Hall Diliman, Quezon City University of the Philippines Tel: 453-8250 Diliman, Quezon City Mrs. Eva Ponce de Leon, President Tel: 981-8500 loc 2457 Email: [email protected] Prof. Sonny Bechayda, President Email: [email protected] Philippines Communication Society c/o Asian Institute of Journalism and Philippine Society for Public Administration Communication National College of Public Administration G/F ICTV Building and Governance 2244 España Avenue, Manila University of the Philippines Tel: 743-4321/ 740-0396 Diliman, Quezon City Mr. Ariel Sebellino, President Dr. Danilo Reyes, President Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Philippine Economic Society Philippine Sociological Society PES Secretariat Department of Sociology PSSCenter, Commonwealth Ave. University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City Diliman, Quezon City Dr. Jose Camacho, President Tel: 981-8500 loc 2132 Email: [email protected] Dr. Clarence Batan, President [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Philippine Geographical Society Philippine Statistical Association, Inc. Department of Geography PSSCenter, Commonwealth Avenue University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City Diliman, Quezon City Tel: 456-1928 Tel: 981-8500 loc 2452 Dr. Dennis Mapa, President Mr. Emannuel Garcia, President Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Psychological Association of the Philippines Philippine Historical Association PSSCenter, Commonwealth Ave. PSSCenter, Commonwealth Ave. Diliman, Quezon City Diliman, Quezon City Tel: 453-8257 Dr. Emmanuel F. Calairo, President Dr. Margaret U. Alvarez, President Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] [email protected] Philippine National Historical Society 40 Matiwasay Street, UP Village Ugnayang Pang-AghamTao Diliman, Quezon City Dept. of Anthropology Telefax: 921-4575/ 926-1347 University of the Philippines Dr. Bernadita R. Churchill, President Diliman, Quezon City Email: [email protected] Tel: 981-8500 Dr. Maria Mangahas, President Email: [email protected] 146 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Asian Institute of Journalism and Communication College of Social Work and Community Dev’t G/F ICTV Building University of the Philippines 2244 España Avenue, Manila Diliman, Quezon City Tel: 743-4321/ 740-0396 Tel: 924-2143/929-2477, Fax: 929-8438 Mr. Ramon Tuazon, President Prof. Joyce T. Caragay, Dean Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Ateneo School of Government Office for Research and Publications Social Development Complex University of San Agustin Ateneo de Manila University Gen. Luna St. Loyola Heights, Quezon City Iloilo City 5000 Tel: 426-4279 Tel: (033) 337-7716 Fax: 426-5999 Dr. Gorgonia L. Siscar, Coordinator Dr. Ronald Mendoza, Dean Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Development Academy of the Philippines Ateneo Social Science Research Center San Miguel Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City G/F Dulan Building Tel: 631-0921, Fax: 631-2131 Ateneo de Naga University, Naga City Mr. Antonio Kalaw Jr., President Tel: (054) 472-178/473-8447 Email: [email protected] Fax: (054) 473-9253 Dr. Michael A. Cuesta, Director Division of Social Sciences Email: [email protected] College of Arts and Sciences UP Visayas, Miagpao, Iloilo 5023 Center for Central Luzon Studies Tel: (033) 513-7012/338-1535 Central Luzon State University Dr. Elmer Jover, Chairperson Muñoz, Nueva Ecija 3120 Email: [email protected] Tel: (044) 456-5709 [email protected] Dr. Ponciano D. Cuaresma, Director Email: [email protected] Dr. Cesar Villariba Research and Knowledge Management Institute Center for Research and Instructional Materials Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation Philippine Christian University Barangay Ibabang, Dupay, Lucena City 1648 Taft Ave., cor Pedro Gil St., Manila Dr. Felix Mercado, Director or P.O. Box 907, Manila 1000 Email: [email protected] Tel: 330-1766 Prof. Domingo Nuñez, Director Email: [email protected] Institute of Philippine Culture Ateneo de Manila University College of Arts and Sciences Loyola Heights, Quezon City University of Nueva Caceres Tel: 426-6067 loc 213/214 Jaime Hernandez Avnue Fax: 426-6067 loc 121 Naga City 4400 Dr. Maria Elisa Lao, Director Tel: (054) 472-6100 Email: [email protected] Dr. Josephine Alba, Dean [email protected] Email: [email protected] [email protected] Kaisa para sa Kaunlaran, Inc. College of Mass Communication 2/F Kaisa Heritage Center University of the Philippines 32 Anda cor. Cabildo Sts. Diliman, Quezon City Intramuros, Manila Telefax: 924-6863 Tel: 526-6796/527-6083 Dr. Elena Pernia, Dean Ms. Carmelea Ang See, President Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

147 National Association for Social Work Philippine Studies Association Education, Inc. 40 Matiwasay Street, UP Village C/o Social Work Department Diliman, Quezon City Centro Escolar University Telefax: 921-4575/ 926-1347 9 Mendiola, San Miguel, Manila Dr. Clement C. Camposano, President Dr. Memba Manapol, President Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Population Institute National Tax Research Center University of the Philippines Harbour Center II Building Diliman, Quezon City cor. Delgado St. Telefax: 920-5402 Port Area, Manila Dr. Maria Midea Kabamalan, Director Tel: 527-2064/ 527-2066 Email: [email protected] Ms. Trinidad A Rodriguez OIC Executive Director Pulse Asia Research, Inc. Email: [email protected] PSSCenter, Commonwealth Avenue Diliman, Quezon City Palawan Studies Center Tel: 927-0028/927-0029, Fax: 926-1049 Palawan State University Prof. Ronald D. Holmes, President Puerto Prinsesa, Palawan Email: [email protected] Dr. Michael A. Doblado, Executive Director Email: [email protected] Research Center Jose Rizal University Peter Gowing Memorial Research Center 80 Shaw Boulevard, Mandaluyong City Dansalan College Foundation, Inc. Tel: 531-8031 loc 34, Fax 531-6087 Phase 1 Doña Maria Subdivision Dr. Barbara Wong-Fernandez, Director Tipanoy, Iligan City Email: [email protected] Tel: (063) 223-9582 Ms. Fedelinda C.B. Tawagon, Director Research Center Email: [email protected] San Sebastian College-Recolletos, Manila [email protected] CM Recto Ave., Manila Tel: 734-8931 to 39 Philippine Association for Chinese Studies Dr. Mario Maranan, Director c/o Chinese Studies Program Email: [email protected] Ateneo de Manila University [email protected] Loyola Heights, Quezon City Tel: 426-6001 loc 5208, 5209 Research Center Fax: 426-6001 loc 5280 University of Northern Philippines Dr. Tina Clemente, President Tamag, VIgan Email: [email protected] Telefax: (077) 722-8992 [email protected] Ms. Petronila E. Florendo, Director Email: [email protected] Philippine Business for Social Progress 3/F Philippine Social Development Center Research Center for the Social Sciences and Magallanes cr. Real Sts Education Intramuros, Manila University of Santo Tomas Tel: 527-7741 to 48 España, Manila 1000 Mr. Rafael C. Lopa, Executive Director Tel: 406-1611 loc 4040, Telefax: 731-3535 Email: [email protected] Dr. Clarence Batan, Director Email: [email protected]

148 Research and Statistics Center Social Development Research Center Lyceum University of the Philippines Room 302-303, William Hall Bldg. Capitol Site, Batangas City 4200 De la Salle University Tel: (043) 723-0706 loc 136/137 Taft Avenue, Manila Dr. Norma Meñez, Director Tel: 524-4611 loc 402 Email: [email protected] Fax: 524-5351 Dr. Maria Caridad Tarroja, Director Email: [email protected] Research Institute for Mindanao Culture Rm. 410, Social Science Center Social Research, Training and Xavier University Development Office Cagayan de Oro City 9000 Ateneo de Davao University Tel: (088) 728-227; (088)857-4817 C.M. Recto St., Davao City 8000 Fax: (088) 723-228 Tel: (082) 221-2411 loc 8324 Dr. Chona Echavez, Director Telefax: (082) 224-2955/227-1340 Email: [email protected] Dr. Christine Diaz, Coordinator Email: [email protected] School of Statistics University of the Philippines Social Weather Stations Diliman, Quezon City 52 Malingap St. Telefax: 928-0881 Teacher’s Village, Quezon City 1101 Dr. Dennis S. Mapa, Dean Tel: 924-4456, Fax: 920-2181 Email: [email protected] Dr. Mahar K. Mangahas, President [email protected] Email: [email protected]

School of Urban and Regional Planning University Research Center University of the Philippines University of St. La Salle Diliman, Quezon City La Salle Drive, Bacolod City Tel: 920-6853/920-6854 Negros Occidental Fax: 929-1637 Tel: (034) 435-2595 loc 137 Dr. Mario R. delos Reyes, Dean Dr. Romeo G. Teruel, Director Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Silliman University Research and Women’s and Gender Studies Association Development Center of the Philippines Dumaguete University c/o Center for Women’s Studies Tel: (035) 422-6002 loc 354 University of the Philippines Los Baños Telefax: (035) 422-6002 loc 300 College, Laguna Dr. Margaret U. Alvarez, President Dr. Odine de Guzman, President Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

149 PSSC Board of Trustees 2016

Chairperson LOURDES PORTUS Communication

Vice Chairperson FILOMIN GUTIEREZ Sociology Treasurer STELLA LUZ QUIMBO Economics

Members

MARIA MANGAHAS FRANCISCO MAGNO Anthropology Political Science MARIA JOY ARGUILLAS LIZAN CALINAN Demography Public Administration EMMANUEL GARCIA EVA PONCE DE LEON Geography Social Work ROCHELLE LUCAS FILOMIN GUTIEREZ Linguistics Sociology MARCO STEFAN LAGMAN DENNIS MAPA History Statistics GERARDO SANDOVAL ARSENIO ALIANAN JR. ANA MARIA TABUNDA Psychology Associate Members MARIA CARIDAD TARROJA AMARYLLIS TORRES Immediate Past Chair Secretary

150 PSSC SECRETARIAT

AMARYLLIS TIGLAO TORRES, PhD Executive Director [email protected]

Program Development and Management Section

Head Joanne B. Agbisit [email protected]

Membership Services Maria Cristina B. Barrios Officer [email protected]

Publications and Charmaine Joy V. Escueta Information Officer [email protected]

Librarian Camille Aguila [email protected]

Financial Management Section

Head Dolores G. Cruz [email protected]

Accounting Assistant Emily T. de Dios [email protected]

Accounting Clerk Noemi O. Abainza [email protected]

Center Management and Administrative Section

Administrative Ernesto S. Acosta Assistant [email protected]

Driver Arturo Odonel

PHILIPPINE SOCIAL SCIENCE COUNCIL PSSCenter, Commonwealth Avenue 1101 Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines Tel nos. (632) 929-2671, (632) 926-5179 Fax nos. (632) 924-4178 Website: www.pssc.org.ph

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