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Breaking Down Barriers and Biases: The Filipino Citizens’ Perception Towards
Women in Politics

Purpose of the Study

In recent years, there has been a progress in gender equality in the Philippines,
however, the perception of women participation in politics is still arguable to this day. The
purpose of this study is to explore the Filipino citizens’ perception towards women in
participation and leadership in politics. The study will also examine the attitudes, beliefs,
and societal barriers that shape these perceptions and affect their preferences in voting
for electoral candidates.
This research aims to gain a profound understanding regarding the phenomenon
since perceptions can either break or make barriers and biases. In addition, this research
seeks to provide insights for promoting gender inclusivity and women empowerment in
politics. With the deeper understanding that this research study will gain, it will utilize the
different perceptions to ascertain whether or not there is gender equality within politics
and how the presence or absence of such factor affects the political development.

Statement of the Problem

This study aims to configure the perceptions of Filipino Citizens towards women in
politics. In order to do this effectively, the research will seek the answers to the following
questions:
• What are the perceptions of Filipino citizens towards women in politics?
• What are the significant effects of the women’s presence in the government?
• How does the perceptions of Filipino citizens towards women in politics affect their
voting behavior?
Traversing Between the Political and Spiritual Realms: The Influence of Religious
Affiliation Towards Political Participation

Purpose of the Study

The purpose of this study is to examine the influences of religious affiliation
towards political participation, particularly its involvement in politics. This research aims
to gain a deeper understanding regarding the phenomenon since the separation of the
church and the state is an established fact but there is still an interplay and overlapping
of these two aspects.
With the deeper understanding that this research study will gain, the researchers
will analyze the insights about the complex relationship of religion and politics. By
exploring this, the study will ascertain the role of religion in politics and how such religious
affiliations influence an individual’s voting behavior as well as their political engagement.

Statement of the Problem

This study aims to understand how people’s religious beliefs affect their political
engagement, how they view politics, and whether their religious beliefs influence their
judgement in choosing a candidate to support. In order to do this effectively, the research
will seek the answers to the following questions:
• What are the influences of religious affiliations towards political participation?
• How does an individual’s religious beliefs influence his voting behavior?
• What is the role of religion in shaping the political arena?
Defining and Re-Defining: The Filipino Voters’ Perception on the Standardization of
Educational Background on Electoral Candidates

Purpose of the Study

The purpose of this study is to re-inspect and examine the importance of having
qualifications unto the level of educational attainment of public officials and electoral
candidates in order to execute a more effective and efficient public serving.
This study will also assess the discrepancies in educational qualifications of
candidates. With the deeper understanding attained in this study, it will aim to provide
insights and reinforcement of the concept that the standardization of educational
background on electoral candidates strengthens democracy and public administration.

Statement of the Problem

The study aims to examine the insights of Filipino voters on to the standardization
of educational background in selecting electoral candidates. In order to do this effectively,
the research will find answers to the following questions:
• What are the perceptions of Filipino voters about the standardization of educational
attainment of political candidates during elections?
• How does educational attainment contribute to the competency of the candidate?
• What are the advantages of having a standard educational attainment on political
discussions?