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Awareness of Juvenile Justice Act in Students

The study investigates the level of awareness of high school students in Poblacion District VI Burauen, Leyte regarding the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006 (R.A. 9344). Findings indicate that most respondents are 17-year-old males from families with a monthly income of P1,000-P5,000, and they show a high awareness of the law's provisions and child protection measures. The study recommends enhancing awareness programs and ensuring that children understand their rights under the law.

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Awareness of Juvenile Justice Act in Students

The study investigates the level of awareness of high school students in Poblacion District VI Burauen, Leyte regarding the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006 (R.A. 9344). Findings indicate that most respondents are 17-year-old males from families with a monthly income of P1,000-P5,000, and they show a high awareness of the law's provisions and child protection measures. The study recommends enhancing awareness programs and ensuring that children understand their rights under the law.

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LEVEL OF AWARENESS ON JUVENILE JUSTICE AND WELFARE ACT

OF 2006 (R.A. 9344) AMONG HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS RESIDING IN


POBLACION DISTRICT VI BURAUEN, LEYTE

Gaspay, Guiron, Costa, Repalda, Aquino, Gernale and Serato

ABSTRACT

It is unfortunate to know that children were being involved with crimes


at their early age. Children should be aware with the Republic Act 9344 which
is the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006. The researchers used the
descriptive research method using 60 high school students aged from 18
years old and below residing in Poblacion District VI Burauen, Leyte as
respondents. The respondents were chosen using purposive quota sampling
method and used a self-made survey questionnaire that was based on the
republic act itself. The researchers used the Statistical Package for Social
Sciences (SPSS) in utilizing frequency count, percentage, mean, p-value and
t-statistics/ANOVA for statistical treatment. The data revealed that majority of
the respondents are 17 years old, male and have a monthly family income of
P1,000-P5,000. In addition, the respondents among high school students
residing in Poblacion District VI Burauen, Leyte are highly aware with regards
to; provisions of the law, child protection measure and rehabilitation of
offenders. It is also revealed that age and grade level of the respondents do
not affect while the gender and monthly family income affect the level of
awareness of the respondents. The researchers recommend the following:
Children must be aware that juvenile crime is committed by children who are
over 9 years old but under 18 years old at the time of the commission of
offense and they should know that no personnel of rehabilitation and training
facilities shall handle children in conflict with the law without having
undergone gender sensitivity training, guide their children even if they are
aware with the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006 (R.A. 9344),
implement programs child and youth awareness program in partnership with
the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) and should highlight the rights of the children
through the subjects that teach Philippine laws.

Key Words: Provisions of the Law, Child Protection Measure,


Rehabilitation of Offenders and Level of Awareness

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Research findings indicate that gender and monthly family income have a significant impact on the level of awareness regarding the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006 among high school students. The study showed variations in awareness linked to these demographics, suggesting that social and economic factors influence how well students understand the Act's provisions .

Age and grade level do not affect awareness levels likely because the exposure or education about the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act is provided uniformly across different ages and grades within the study cohort. This implies that external influences such as educational content and community programs designed to educate about the Act play a more substantial role in shaping awareness than just age or grade level differences .

Partnerships with organizations like the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) can enhance awareness by leveraging their existing influence and outreach capabilities within the youth community. Such collaborations can facilitate the organization of activities and programs that emphasize the practical applications of the Act. It can generate a peer-led approach to learning, which might be more impactful than traditional teaching methods, leading to a more engaged and aware youth demographic .

The study recommends implementing tailored awareness programs that consider the socio-economic differences among students. Programs could involve community-based learning experiences and targeted campaigns that specifically address the limitations faced by lower-income families, ensuring that students from these backgrounds receive adequate resources and attention to increase their understanding of the Act .

Challenges include limited access to resources often caused by socio-economic constraints, cultural perceptions of the law, and varying educational quality across different demographic groups. Addressing these requires implementing inclusive educational strategies, such as community-focused workshops and easily accessible digital resources, and encouraging participatory dialogues that consider social factors influencing students’ perceptions of the law .

Purposive quota sampling allows researchers to select a representative group that meets specific criteria, ensuring varied demographics are included in the study. However, this method may introduce selection bias as it depends on the researchers' judgment on which participants are to be included, potentially leading to an over- or under-representation of certain subgroups within the population, which could influence the findings on awareness levels .

With a high level of awareness already present, educational interventions can focus on deeper understanding and practical applications of the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act. This includes developing programs that not only inform but engage students in discussions and activities regarding their rights and responsibilities under the Act. Such programs can leverage the existing knowledge base to cultivate more proactive and informed young citizens .

Gender sensitivity training is critical for personnel handling children in conflict with the law to ensure that these individuals are treated with respect to their gender-specific needs and vulnerabilities. This training helps prevent discrimination and promotes a supportive environment conducive to rehabilitation, respecting the unique psychological and social factors affecting male and female children differently .

Family income levels influence access to educational materials by determining the resources available for educational enrichment at home or through supplementary programs. Higher income families might afford additional learning resources or extracurricular activities, while lower income families may rely exclusively on what is provided in public institutions, often limiting exposure to comprehensive material on legal acts like the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act .

Integrating Philippine law-focused subjects into the curriculum can enhance children’s rights understanding by systematically educating students about legal principles from an early age. As these subjects teach the underpinning theory and practice of the law, students can contextualize their rights and responsibilities, making them more aware and capable of self-advocacy within the juvenile justice framework .

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