International Journal of Research Studies in Management
CollabWritive Special Issue
2024 Volume 12 Issue 13
Available Online: 1 October 2024
Author/s:
Banaag, Richmond V.*
Southern Luzon State University, Philippines (richmond0211banaag@gmail.com)
Nolias, Zerubabel E.
Southern Luzon State University, Philippines (noliaszerubabel@gmail.com)
Oblefias, Elvie B.
Southern Luzon State University, Philippines (lvoblefias6251979@gmail.com)
Abstract:
The recognition of children as the future assets of any nation is a fundamental principle that underscores the importance of investing in their well-being, education, and development. Using the qualitative research method, the researchers hoped to gather data relative to the demographic distribution of the CICL based on the official records. Further, this research analyzed the experiences of CICLs as perceived by law enforcers and social workers. The phenomenological approach was utilized to determine the root causes of why the CICLs commit offenses, the effects of being delinquents, the gaps and challenges in the juvenile justice system, and the importance of the government and other institutional support. The data was then treated through a thematic analysis. Research reveals four major themes: Tabula Rasa (Blank Slate), Villains are Made by the Society, Snake and Ladder, and It Takes a Village to Raise a Child. Findings from the study contribute to a nuanced understanding of the factors influencing the involvement of children in conflict with the law and shed light on the effectiveness, challenges, and gaps of the current legal mechanism, the Juvenile Justice Welfare Act of 2006. Recommendations based on the research outcomes aim to inform policy and practice, fostering a more just and equitable system for CICL within Quezon Province. Ultimately, this research endeavors to bridge the gap between academic inquiry and practical implementation, fostering an environment that prioritizes the rights and well-being of children in conflict with the law.
Keywords: children, conflict, juvenile, law, social workers
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2024.1283
Cite this article:
Banaag, R. V., Nolias, Z. E., & Oblefias, E. B. (2024). The demographic distribution and experiences of Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL): An analysis. International Journal of Research Studies in Management, 12(13), 105-129. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2024.1283
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