KALINGA STUDENTS: AUTONOMY AWARENESS, ATTITUDES, AND HB 3267 RESPONSES

Abstract

This study investigated how Kalinga students engage with the Cordillera Autonomous Bill (HB 3267). It is  found that students with a positive attitude towards the Bill and those who actively followed news about it were more likely to take positive actions in relation to the Bill. Interestingly, gender and where students received their information (media vs. university) didn't have a significant impact. However, students who felt a closer connection to the Bill's effects, such as female students and those from the Cordillera region itself, showed slightly higher engagement. The study also revealed that curiosity about HB 3267 news increased students' understanding and motivated them to act. However, simply knowing about the Bill wasn't enough. A positive attitude played a key role in turning awareness into action. To improve student engagement, the study recommends several strategies: targeted educational initiatives for male students, using the university's own media channels and partnering with external media for better information dissemination, workshops to develop media literacy skills, and inclusive outreach programs to address any awareness gaps. Finally, to gain a broader understanding of how well students understand HB 3267 across the region, the study suggests replicating it at various universities within the Cordillera region.