Governance and Policy Research Center

Governance and Policy Research Center FRONT

CENTER CHIEF: FLORIDA U. URSULOM

STAFF:

    • CARL VINCENT S. ALFORO
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About the Center

The Center shall coordinate the conduct of academic research in the fields of Governance, Public Administration, Law, or Policy. Conduct research-related activities such as training along research methodologies, research and ethics review, consultancy services, conferences, and research/journal publications and contribute to effective policies and programs for good governance and quality of life.

VISION

A Globally Recognized university in a Heritage City by 2030.

MISSION

To produce globally skilled and morally upright professionals, instilled with rich cultural values.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

To stimulate research knowledge, skills, production, and utilization in governance and policy toward the development of effective global researchers.

  • To strengthen researchers’ knowledge and competencies in governance and policy through continuous research training, seminars, and capacity-building activities.
  • To enhance research skills in proposal writing, data analysis, academic writing, and ethical research practices.
  • To increase research production by encouraging faculty and students to conduct, present, and publish studies in reputable local and international journals.
  • To promote the utilization of research outputs in policy formulation, decision-making, and governance practices at the local, national, and global levels.
  • To foster international and interdisciplinary research collaboration that supports global standards and perspectives in governance and policy studies.
  • To integrate ethical principles and cultural values in the conduct of research to develop morally upright and socially responsible researchers.
  • To establish a supportive research environment through institutional policies, incentives, and mentoring systems that encourage research excellence.

PRIORITY AREAS OF THE GOVERNANCE AND POLICY RESEARCH CENTER

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  • Good governance and public service delivery
  • Policy analysis and program implementation
  • Policy Initiatives in addressing an institution’s problem
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  • National security and sovereignty
  • Peace process and conflict resolution
  • Peace, justice and strong institutions
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  • Partnership for goals
  • Citizens’ participation and stakeholders’ engagement
  • Future ASEAN
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  • Sustainable cities and communities
  • Reduced inequalities

Researches

Completed

  • (2025) The Open Burning Policy: Myth or Reality?

    Joselito D. De La Rosa, Sina C. Bestre, Ivy C. Cariño

  • (2025) Revisiting the Performance and Experiences of the Sangguniang Kabataan in the Province of Ilocos Sur
    Madeline A. Lopez, Joana E. Rivad
  • (2025) Potential of Community-based Aqua Tourism Destination: Basis for a Development Plan
    Marjorie R. Dafun, Jill Ann R. Paranada, Grace A. Garcia, Charo B. Rojas, May Evelia V. Ruadap
  • (2025) The Implementation of RA 9262 (Anti-VAWC) in the Province of Ilocos Sur

    Meilyn P. Unciano, Florida U. Ursulom, Aurora R. Quero, Froilan S. Unciano, Mae Oliva M. Piano, Jacqueline F. Castillo

  • (2025) Awareness and Observance of the Bawal Bastos Law (RA 11313) in the UNP

    Florida Ursulom, Cid Javier, Abelardo Anicas, Arnold Pio

  • (2025) Implementation of RA8485 (Animal Welfare Act of 1998) in the Province of Ilocos Sur

    Florida U. Ursulom, Alma C. Somera, Joselito D. Dela Rosa

  • (2025) Knowledge and Compliance on RA 10913 (Anti-Distracted Driving Act) in the Province of Ilocos Sur

    Florida U. Ursulom
    Loraine Ann R. Madera, Randolf M. Agup, Ruben R. Ragunjan

  • (2025) Punishable Acts of Modification and Motorized Vehicle in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur

    Kevin Mel Pacpaco

(2024-2020)

  • Implementation of RA 11525 – COVID-19 Vaccination (Bayanihan to Heal as One Act)

    Florida U. Ursulom, Society Salcedo, Cid A. Javier

  • Client Satisfaction Feedback In HEIs: Basis In Enhancing Public Service Delivery

    Eleanor R. Belizar, Rizza P. Cajindos

  • LGU Initiatives of Region I in Addressing COVID-19 Pandemic

    Joselito D. De La Rosa, Abelardo A. Anicas
    Madeline A. Lopez, Loraine R. Madera

  • The Acceptability of Full Devolution of Functions in Local Government Units

    Joselito D. De La Rosa, Archie Martinez

  • E-Kapitolyo: Digitalization of Public Administration Services in the Province of Ilocos Sur
    Florida U. Ursulom,
    Loraine R. Madera, Abelardo A. Anicas, Arnold P. Pio
  • Mainstreaming Ambisyon Natin 2040 and Sustainable Development Goals in the University of Northern Philippines
    Erwin F. Cadorna, Joselito dela Rosa, Archie Martinez
  • Awareness and Practices of UNP Personnel in the Implementation of Pollution control Laws by Major Hazardous Waste Generators: A Basis in the Establishment of Pollution Control Office for the University of Northern Philippines

    Miriam Javier, Cid Javier, Jose Pichay, Irene Aguilar

  • Records Management of State Universities and Colleges in Northern Philippines

    Loraine Ann R. Madera

  • Awareness and Availment of the Philippine Basic consumer Rights among Filipinos in New Zealand

    Florida Ursulom, Joselito dela Rosa, Abelardo Anicas, Cid Javier, Alma Somera

  • Effectiveness of Advocacy Extension Services Program: The Case of the University of Northern Philippines

    Florida Ursulom, Madeline Lopez

  • Awareness, Acceptability, and Perception of the College of Public Administrations’ Stakeholders Towards the Vision, Mission, Goals and Objectives

    Ruben Ragunjan, Abelardo Anicas

ongoing

  • Child Sexual Exploitation in the Province of Ilocos Sur: Basis for Policy Recommendation

    Jacqueline F. Castillo, Myline C. Aleson, Lorna C. Navarro, George Philippe Amano, Daroll Rabina

  • Status of NSTP in the University of Northern Philippines: Basis for Policy Recommendation

    Carlo Ventura, Ana Leah Alconis

  • The Lipit System Practices among Indigenous People in a Municipality of Ilocos Sur
    Society V. Salcedo, Joana E. Rivad, Ivy C. Cariño
  • Implementation and effectiveness of TUPAD Program in Ilocos Sur: A study on employment outcomes and socio-economic impact
    Abelardo A. Anicas, Florida U. Ursulom, Ruben R. Ragunjan, Randolf M. Agup, Ressie Hilario
  • Assessing the Effectiveness of Resource Allocation Policies for Small Farmers in Ilocos Sur
    Cid A. Javier, Rowell Castillo, Marc Adrian Tabisula, Harlene May Sunio
  • Assistance to Individuals in Crisis (AICS) Program: Initiatives and Practices in Ilocos Sur
    Loraine Ann R. Madera, Madeline A. Lopez, Joana E. Rivad, Ruben R. Ragunjan
  • The Implementation of the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) Administrative Order 04, s. 2004 (regulating the Distance between Poultry and Livestock Farms in the Philippines) in the Province of Ilocos Sur
    Florida U. Ursulom, Alma C. Somera, Marc Adrian Tabisula, Joselito D. Dela Rosa, Tiffany Quinitip
  • Transportation and Traffic Code of the Philippines of the University of Northern Philippines: A Basis for Policy Recommendation
    Meilyn P. Unciano, Florida U. Ursulom, Rowell Castillo, Cid A. Javier, Harlene May Sunio
  • Aspirations of Small-Hold Farmers in Ilocos Sur: A basis for Policy Recommendations
    Meilyn P. Unciano Abelardo A. Anicas, Froilan S. Unciano, Marc Adrian Tabisula
  • Implementation of the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) Program in the Province of Ilocos Sur
    Ivy C. Cariño, Marc Adrian Tabisula, Harlene May Sunio, Rowell Castillo
  • Status and Implementation of the Regulation of the Piggery and Poultry Farmers’ Operation in the Province of Ilocos Sur
    Arnold Pio, Abelardo A. Anicas, Society V. Salcedo, Alma C. Somera
  • Cross-Dressing: Experiences of LGBT Students in a State University
    Mae Oliva M. Piano
  • The Provincial Health Board and the Universal Health Act of 2019: The Case of La Union
    Atty. Verselie E. Limos

GPRC SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES

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Building Capacity Trainings

This training composes three series: Policy Research: A Hands-on Approach to Conceptualization and Problem Identification to understand a policy research problem and effectively conceptualize research questions; Creating Strong Policy Research Proposals: Techniques for Generation, Analysis and Evaluation to provide in-depth training on the key components of an effective policy proposal writing; and Policy Research Proposal Critiquing: Presenting and Receiving Feedback to equip the researchers with the ability to produce high quality and well-supported policy research proposals capable of influencing policy decisions that contribute to positive societal change.

Training on the Utilization of Mixed Method Research is also a vital training to enhance the knowledge and skill of researchers on governance and policy in applying the mixed method of research.

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Mentoring and Workshops

Activities falling on mentoring-workshops are Mentoring-Workshop on the Preparation of Full-blown Proposals for Governance and Policy Researches with the aim to ensure realization of the full-blown proposals as per standard requirements in compliance to ISO; Mentoring-Workshop on the Completion of Continuing Researches (unfinished researches) on Governance and Policy to ensure completion of the funded researches.

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Research Disseminations

Dissemination of GPRC research outputs aim to be utilized in order to contribute to the community development; and increase awareness of the residents on information affecting them. Included in this activity have the themes as: 1) Strengthening Public Policy Implementation for Safer, Healthier, and Inclusive Communities; 2) The LGU and its digitalization and devolution and 3) The Environment, the Government, and Your Future.

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In-House Review

Research proposals and completed research on governance and policy pass the in-house review. Research proposals review lead to the determination of their direction, location, respondents, among others which may result to the enhancement of the title or of the study. On the other hand, inhouse review of completed research, with Grammarly-check and  AI test, prepares for the presentation of said research output in a local, national, or international conference. Reviewers are those considered well-knowledgeable on the study.

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Extension Activities

This activity includes MOA Signing with a community or local government unit to serve as partner in the dissemination of research outputs for information and utilization leading to community awareness and development, conduct of needs assessment survey to identify the community problems, and extension of service to contribute to the community development.