A farmer harvests talong (eggplant) from his farm in Barangay Tagabaca,
Butuan City, on Saturday morning, September 16, 2023. Ensuring food
security helps to mitigate disruptions in the food supply chain during
public emergencies. MindaNews file photo by IVY MARIE MANGADLAO
By Cherry Salazar, Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism
Barangays, being at the forefront of communities, are in a unique position to initiate and implement programs.
“As the most grassroots and face-to-face local government unit, barangays can set the roots of experiments for more progressive citizenship and leadership,” said Maria Ela Atienza, political science professor at the University of the Philippines.
Barangays, she added, can also be a “training ground” for emerging new leaders and for citizens’ participation in governance.
The Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ) spoke with academics and advocates and compiled some impactful programs that were implemented at the barangay level.
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