Authors : Jake S. Lupos

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 6 - June

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25jun1809

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Abstract : This study investigates the experiences of women in Barangay Taloy Norte, Tuba, Benguet with regard to abuse and violence, focusing specifically on the manifestations of physical, sexual, psychological, and economic abuse as defined under Republic Act No. 9262 (Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004). Employing a descriptive quantitative research design, data were collected through structured questionnaires from 31 women respondents aged 12 and above, primarily with elementary-level education. Results revealed that physical abuse particularly slapping, punching, and pushing was the most frequently experienced form of violence. Sexual harassment was the most reported form of sexual abuse, while more severe acts such as rape and forced indecency were reported less frequently, possibly due to stigma and under reporting. Psychological abuse, especially intimidation and public humiliation, was also common. Economic abuse, in contrast, was minimally recognized or reported, suggesting potential gaps in awareness of financial control as a form of violence. The study further explored coping mechanisms, identifying “acceptance” of abuse as the most prevalent response, followed by minimization and denial. Active coping strategies such as reporting to authorities were less frequently used, indicating a culture of silence, fear of retaliation, or lack of trust in formal support systems. These findings were interpreted through an integrated theoretical framework combining feminist theory, social-ecological theory, and inter-sectionality, contextualizing the women’s experiences within broader cultural, structural, and legal dimensions. The study concludes with actionable recommendations including community-based support mechanisms, awareness campaigns, livelihood programs, and strengthened institutional responses aimed at reducing violence and empowering women in rural communities.

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