Impact of Siargao Environmental Awareness Movement on Building a Sustainable Future in Siargao Island
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https://doi.org/10.65339/ijsis.V1.I4.287Keywords:
Community Participation, Environmental Awareness, Environmental Sustainability, Marine Conservation, Siargao Island, Sustainable Development, Waste ManagementAbstract
This study examined the impact of the Siargao Environmental Awareness (S.E.A.) Movement Project on sustainable development in Siargao Island, focusing on residents’ environmental awareness, participation, perceived sustainability outcomes, and relationships between awareness and participation. A quantitative descriptive-correlational design was employed involving 200 purposively selected residents of Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte, Philippines. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed through descriptive statistics and Spearman’s rank-order correlation. Results revealed high awareness of environmental protection programs (M = 3.41), marine and coastal conservation actions (M = 3.40), and waste management initiatives (M = 3.35), alongside high community participation (M = 3.30). Environmental sustainability received the highest perceived impact rating (M = 3.44), followed by social and community development (M = 3.37) and economic sustainability (M = 3.33). Significant positive relationships were identified between participation and environmental protection awareness (ρ = 0.509), waste management awareness (ρ = 0.580), and marine conservation awareness (ρ = 0.600), all at p < 0.001. The findings indicate that greater environmental awareness is associated with stronger community participation and favorable perceptions of sustainability contributions. Strengthening waste management education, inclusive participation, and sustainable livelihood initiatives is recommended. Purposive sampling and self-reported responses limit generalizability and causal interpretation. The study provides evidence supporting community-based conservation strategies aligned with SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 14 (Life Below Water), contributing to locally informed sustainability planning.
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