2026 IJRSE – Volume 15 Issue 12
Available Online: 15 May 2026
Author/s:
Correa, Shene Rose*
Central Bicol State University of Agriculture, Philippines (correashenerose@gmail.com)
Quiom, Karen Angela
Meña, Rhea Mae
Ariola, Ruffa Mae
Labilles, Rosechel
Nolasco, Michael N.
Abstract:
The study was conducted in barangay Tampadong and San Gabriel, Papmplona, Camarines Sur. The study aims to (a) determine the existing environmental programs, (b) determine the level of engagement, (c) identify perceived challenges and (d) propose intervention to improve the youth engagement in environmental programs in barangay Tampadong and San Gabriel Pamplona, Camarines Sur. The researcher used qualitative research to explore youth engagement on environmental programs. The researcher conducted an interview to youth representatives from the two barangays. The study found that both barangays have existing environmental programs such as waste segregation, composting or Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), clean-up drives, tree planting, and ordinances against illegal dumping. The level of youth engagement in these environmental programs was interpreted as highly engaged, indicating that youth are aware of environmental initiatives, actively participate in activities, and encourage others to become involved. However, youth participation in environmental decision-making processes was comparatively lower. The study also identified several challenges affecting youth engagement, particularly time constraints, lack of support from leaders or peers, limited accessibility to programs, and misalignment of activities with youth interests. Furthermore, the respondents strongly supported proposed interventions such as organizing youth-focused environmental events, providing incentives, using social media for awareness campaigns, and strengthening collaboration with schools and youth organizations to improve youth participation. The study recommends intensifying information campaigns, demonstrations and household monitoring on proper waste segregation, and provision of incentives for community’s compliance. Moreover, creation of youth councils, and youth representatives on environmental committee, and conduct of consultation meetings will strengthen the sense of ownership on the environmental programs. Further, the barangays should create a comprehensive youth environmental program and utilize media for promotion, recognition and awards and partnership to schools and youth groups.
Keywords: level of engagement, youth engagement, environmental programs, Pasacao, Camarines Sur
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26158
Cite this article:
Correa, S. R., Quiom, K. A., Meña, R. M., Ariola, R. M., Labilles, R., & Nolasco, M. N. (2026). Youth engagement in environmental programs of Barangay San Gabriel and Tampadong, Pamplona, Camarines Sur. International Journal of Research Studies in Education, 15(12), 109-119. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26158
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