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The Dole Integrated Livelihood Program, Implementation, Challenges, and Impact on the Beneficiaries in the Municipality of San Jose, Occidental Mindoro


Authors : Vanessa M. Gonda

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 4 - April

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26apr1146

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Abstract : This study examined the implementation, challenges, and impact of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Integrated Livelihood Program (DILP) in the Municipality of San Jose, Occidental Mindoro. Using a mixedmethods approach, data were gathered from 123 beneficiaries through surveys, interviews, group discussions, and document review. Findings revealed that the program was generally well implemented, particularly in fund release, training, and monitoring. However, challenges were noted in beneficiary participation, financial management, and compliance with reporting requirements. Despite these issues, the program had a positive impact on project management, income generation, community participation, and beneficiary satisfaction. The study concludes that while effective implementation improves livelihoods, sustaining outcomes requires stronger financial management training, better feedback mechanisms, increased beneficiary involvement, and improved market linkages. These findings may help enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of government livelihood programs.

Keywords : DOLE Integrated Livelihood Program; Program Implementation; Program Impact; Challenges; Beneficiaries; Income Generation; Community Participation; Financial Management; Monitoring and Evaluation; Sustainability.

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This study examined the implementation, challenges, and impact of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Integrated Livelihood Program (DILP) in the Municipality of San Jose, Occidental Mindoro. Using a mixedmethods approach, data were gathered from 123 beneficiaries through surveys, interviews, group discussions, and document review. Findings revealed that the program was generally well implemented, particularly in fund release, training, and monitoring. However, challenges were noted in beneficiary participation, financial management, and compliance with reporting requirements. Despite these issues, the program had a positive impact on project management, income generation, community participation, and beneficiary satisfaction. The study concludes that while effective implementation improves livelihoods, sustaining outcomes requires stronger financial management training, better feedback mechanisms, increased beneficiary involvement, and improved market linkages. These findings may help enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of government livelihood programs.

Keywords : DOLE Integrated Livelihood Program; Program Implementation; Program Impact; Challenges; Beneficiaries; Income Generation; Community Participation; Financial Management; Monitoring and Evaluation; Sustainability.

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