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The Role of Safe Spaces Act of the Philippines in Promoting Inclusivity and Addressing Gender Discrimination and Disqualification in Educational Institution

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  • Rustom Jay D. Sano

    (Laguna State Polytechnic University, Santa Cruz, Laguna, Philippines)

  • Reysel Ann G. Sano

    (Laguna State Polytechnic University, Santa Cruz, Laguna, Philippines)

  • Rochelle S. Gregorio

    (Laguna State Polytechnic University, Santa Cruz, Laguna, Philippines)

Abstract

The Safe Spaces Act is legislation designed to promote inclusivity, diversity, and equity by establishing safe spaces in educational institutions and public areas. Its main objective is to create a supportive and secure environment for marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals, racial and ethnic minorities, and people with disabilities. The main focus of the study was to assess the Effectiveness of Safe Spaces Act in Promoting Inclusivity and Addressing Discrimination in Educational Institution, specifically in Laguna State Polytechnic University, Sta. Cruz Campus. In addition, developed methods used in the delivery of information in order to create a proposed action plan that will help to enhance the program of promotion of inclusivity and addressing the issue of discrimination. The descriptive survey method of research was used in this study to assess the effectiveness of safe spaces act in promoting inclusivity and addressing discrimination in educational institutions which was answered by the faculty and students. In the findings of the study, there is a difference in perception between students and faculty regarding the effectiveness of the Safe Spaces Act in promoting inclusivity and addressing discrimination in educational institutions. Students perceive the act to be most effective in addressing gender-based harassment, while faculty perceive it to be most effective in addressing gender inequality. Additionally, both groups perceive the act to be least effective in addressing gender stereotyping. A proposed action plan was formulated for the possible extension project of the College of Criminal Justice Education in the community of Sta. Cruz, Laguna.

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  • Rustom Jay D. Sano & Reysel Ann G. Sano & Rochelle S. Gregorio, 2025. "The Role of Safe Spaces Act of the Philippines in Promoting Inclusivity and Addressing Gender Discrimination and Disqualification in Educational Institution," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(8), pages 6484-6494, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:issue-8:p:6484-6494
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