In Barangay Wakas South, Pilar, Bataan, the system effectively settled
68 out of 72 cases, demonstrating its role in rural peacebuilding.
However, issues such as lack of training and cooperation were
identified as barriers(Guia & Mangubat, 2021).
The Barangay Justice Service System (BJSS) in Maguindanao improved
access to justice and reduced court cases by enhancing local dispute
resolution mechanisms, supported by community and local
leaders(Sam et al., 2013).
The Katarungan Pambarangay (Barangay Justice System) serves as a significant mechanism for
rural peacebuilding within a community. Established as a strategy to alleviate the burden of
case dockets in the courts, the Katarungan Pambarangay (Barangay Justice System) aims to
streamline the judicial process. Additionally, it represents a longstanding cultural practice of
amicably resolving disputes among family members and barangay constituents at the local level
without recourse to judicial resources. The researchers endeavor to address the inquiry, “In
what ways does the Katarungan Pambarangay (Barangay Justice System), through the
experiences of the Lupong Tagapamayapa (Peace-making Council), operate to enhance the
rural peacebuilding framework of Barangay Wakas South, Pilar, Bataan?” This investigation
adopts a qualitative research approach, utilizing a logbook of cases recorded at the barangay
hall, alongside interviews conducted with members of the Katarungan Pambarangay (Barangay
Justice System) as well as residents from Brgy. Wakas South in the Municipality of Pilar, Bataan.
Adherence to ethical principles was rigorously maintained throughout the execution of this
research. The study's findings indicate that the Katarungan Pambarangay (Barangay Justice
System) was instituted to facilitate a peaceful and harmonious resolution of conflicts within the
barangay. Furthermore, this system comprises three integral components: the Lupong
Tagapamayapa (Peace-making Council), the Pangkat ng Tagapagsundo (Conciliation Panel), and
Legal Advisers. Out of the 72 cases documented during the duration of this study, 68 cases were
resolved amicably by the disputing parties. The members of the Katarungan Pambarangay
(Barangay Justice System) faced several challenges, including insufficient training in technical
knowledge, a lack of a supervisory framework, and inadequate cooperation from either party
involved. In summary, the Katarungan Pambarangay, or Barangay Justice System, proves
advantageous to the community as it fosters relationships among neighbors, expedites the
resolution of disputes, yields economic benefits, and facilitates practical agreements between
conflicting parties.
The Experience on Barangay Wakas South, Pilar, Bataan in Administering the Katarungan
Pambarangay as a Rural Peace Building Tool. (n.d.).
James Patrick N. Noveloso1 , Alan P. Nebrida1*, Riza B. Badua2 , Christian Charles Rodrigo M. Calica2 ,
Prince Bryan Angel D. Diza2 , Vincent N. Ragonton2 , Teresita A. Chatoy2 ( June 2024)
This study aims to evaluate the extent of implementation, efficacy, and adherence within a select group
of barangays, as well as the awareness of the Katarungang Pambarangay (KP) system within certain
barangays of Bacnotan, La Union, Philippines. The survey conducted yielded a total of 6,005
respondents, which included members of the Lupong Tagapamayapa, Pangkat Tagapagkasundo, and
Sangguniang Barangay. The determination of the sample size employed the Slovin formula, utilizing a 5%
margin of error. The findings revealed that all barangays exhibited a high level of implementation of the
KP system, with Barangay Ortega attaining an 'excellent' implementation score of 3.99. This outcome
thus signified a commendable performance of the system in terms of acceptance around the score of
3.50, indicating that community education and conflict resolution mechanisms were notably effective.
The subsequent phases of the KP processes were also evaluated, particularly concerning the
management of complaints, the issuance of summonses, conciliation efforts, and the support of
unresolved cases in judicial proceedings. However, a lower level of compliance associated with physical
and infrastructural challenges was observed in Barangay Arosip. The success of the KP system in
fostering collaboration between authorities and community members was attributed to a substantial
degree of awareness regarding the system. Conversely, the level of awareness was assessed to be lower
in Barangay Arosip, likely due to the cultural context that defines this barangay and its inclination to
depend predominantly on traditional mechanisms for conflict resolution. In conclusion, the KP system in
Bacnotan, La Union, represents a crucial framework for promoting access to local justice, law, and order.
Despite its efficacy, there remains a necessity for enhancements in its implementation across other
locales. Such improvements will ensure the system's sustainability while advancing community
education programs and institutionalizing the integration of traditional conflict resolution methods
within formal KP structures.
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