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Handling Organizational Conflict: A Case Among Women Leaders in Bukidnon

Alisa M. Cabacungan, Assistant Prof., CAS Central Mindanao University Musuan, Maramag, Bukidnon

 Project Title: Analysis of the Structures and Dynamics of

Women’s Organizations in Bukidnon

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2 studies  Faculty Members, Department of Behavioral Sciences

and Social Sciences

 Funded by Central Mindanao University  Date Started: June 1, 2012

Duration: 1 year

 Date End: May 31, 2013

Points of interest

 Introduction  Methodology  Results and Discussion  Conclusions  Recommendations

Introduction

 Liberal feminism is an individualistic form of feminist

theory, which focuses on women's ability to maintain their equality through their own actions and choices.

Liberal Feminism

Introduction

Introduction

 The women’s movement in the Philippines

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1970’s (martial law era) and 1980’s  There were those from the “underground” as well as

from NGOs which were into development work.

 Addressed “women’s issues and concerns within the

context of a nationalist agenda for genuine agrarian reforms, nationalist industrialization, and peace with justice.”

Introduction

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1980s- increased number of women advocates.

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increased awareness of the public on “women’s issues and rights”.

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In Bukidnon, the formation of women’s organizations is an

• pportunity for RA 9710 to be effected in the province.

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More than 500 women’s organizations.

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Established during the early 2000. 

When organized, women could have a collective effort to pursue development initiatives.

Introduction

 United Nations Development Programme emphasizes

gender equality and women empowerment not only as human rights but also as pathways to the attainment

• f Millennium Development Goals and sustainable

development

 Women empowerment is essential to build stronger

economies and improve the quality of life of men, women, families and communities.

Women’s Organizations

 Organizational goals  Organizational structure  Organizational conflict  Causes

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when individuals have varied interests, opinions and thought processes and are just not willing to compromise with each

• ther.

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when the needs and goals of the individuals are not in harmony with the goals of the organization.

Theoretical Framework

 General System Theory

Conflict Management

 Effective conflict management is crucial for any organization

to perform effectively.

 Contributions of Women’s Organizations  Sustainability of Women’s Organizations

The Purpose of this Paper:

1.assesses

the women leaders’

• rganizational

management and leadership skills.

2.examines

the issues, concerns and problems encountered by these women leaders and their mechanisms in addressing such issues.

Methodology

 Research Locale

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2 cities

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20 municipalities

Methodology

Descriptive and exploratory

Quantitative methods

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Survey Qualitative methods

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13 Key Informant Interviews

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5 Focus Group Discussion

Quantitative: multi-stage purposive or non-probability sampling

Methodology

Qualitative Methods

13 KIIs 5 Focus Group Discussions

Data Analysis:

Univariate (Quantitative data) Descriptive/Thematic (Qualitative data)

Results and Discussion

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Formation of Women’s Organizations

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The Provincial Federation of United Women in Bukidnon, Inc. (PFUWBI) was organized through the initiative of the Philippine Commission on Women (PCW).

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a unified body with 22 chapter members from the 20 municipalities and 2 cities of Bukidnon.

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It undertakes the advocacy of promoting economic, social and political empowerment of women.

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It is an independent body but works alongside with Local Government Unit (LGU) women’s organizations under Philippine Federation of Local Councils of Women Incorporated (PFLCW), Rural Improvement Club (RIC), LUMAD, Catholic Women's League (CWL), Barangay Health Workers (BHW), (Women in the Government Service (WINGS), and government organizations (GOs) and non-government organization (NGOs) that share the same vision.

Results and Discussion

 Scope of Membership

 The members of the federation are women of

diverse demographic profile

 Selection of leaders

 Election  Partisan politics

Results and Discussion

Programs

Activities

Organizational/Barangay Participation

Meetings (Regular and Special) Bayanihan/Pahina

Livelihood/Financial

Lending Bigasan ng Bayan Botika sa Barangay Cattle/Chicken Dispersal Material Recovery Facility/Recycling Canteen Nursery Backyard Gardening (Vegetable) Swine-raising

Skills Training

Training on making handicraft, bag, soap, candle, custom jewelry, mat, etc. Training on Food Processing, Baking, Cooking

Seminar

Gender and Violence Againts Women and Children (VAWC) related topics Financial management

Recreational

Women's Day Celebration Christmas Party Lakbay Aral/Field Trip

Assessment of respondents on areas of organizational management and leadership (N=240)

Criteria Assessment/ Rating Descriptive Rating Selection of leaders 4.05 Very satisfactory Fairness in dealing with members 4.05 Very satisfactory Dedication, sincerity, and honesty of leaders 4.02 Very satisfactory Effectiveness in meeting targets/objectives 3.98 Very satisfactory Coordinating activities and disseminating information 3.93 Very satisfactory Financial management 3.92 Very satisfactory Motivating/encouraging members 3.90 Very satisfactory Settling conflicts 3.82 Very satisfactory Lobbying 3.59 Very satisfactory Establishing linkage with other

• rganizations/institutions

3.48 Satisfactory

Activities

• f

women’s

• rganizations

according to the respondents (Multiple response: N=240)

Activities Frequency Percentage Meetings 198 82.5 Livelihood projects 177 73.8 Recreational and civic activities 154 64.2 Trainings 132 55.0 Advocacy 23 9.6 Others 7 2.9

Assessment of respondents on areas on organizational activities (N=240)

Criteria Assessment of activities

Livelihood

Descriptive Rating

Trainings

Descriptive Rating

Recreation

Descriptive Rating

Participation

• f members

3.59

Very satisfactory

3.55

Very satisfactory

3.75

Very satisfactory

Efficiency in attaining

• bjectives

3.62

Very satisfactory

3.48

Satisfactory

3.69

Very satisfactory

Relevance/ responsivenes s to women’s needs 3.84

Very satisfactory

3.70

Very satisfactory

3.71

Very satisfactory

Wise use of resources 3.75

Very satisfactory

3.65

Very satisfactory

3.65

Very satisfactory

Organizational problems/issues according to respondents (Multiple response: N=240)

Problems/issues Frequency Percentage Inactive participation of members 111 46.3 Lack of support 101 42.1 Misunderstanding 61 25.4 Poor leadership 28 11.7

Mechanisms to address

• rganizational

problems/issues according to respondents (Multiple response: N=240)

Mechanisms to address problems/issues Frequency Percentage Assessment/ Rating Descriptive Rating Confrontation/dial

• gue

128 53.3 3.5

Very satisfactory

“leave it as it is” 46 19.2 3.19

Satisfactory

Refer to federation officers 25 10.4 1.69

Fair

Success Stories

 Malaybalay City Federation of Local Council of

Women's, Inc (MCFLCW),

 awarded in 2012 as the 3rd Outstanding Local

Councils of Women by the Philippine Federation of Local Council of Womens, Inc. (PFLCW, Inc.).

 The PFLCW, Inc. has seen evidences of valuable

initiatives and contribution of Malaybalay City Women's Federation in empowering women through its various activities on livelihood and environmental preservation.

Success Stories

 The participation of the women in Imbayao, Malaybalay City

is outstanding not only in terms of number of members but also of the quality of participation of members.

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Only 5 % of the women in their barangay are not members.

Recommendations to Women Organizations:

Suggestions/recommendations Frequency Percentage Financial support 210 87.5 Technical support 109 45.4 More relevant activities 83 34.6 Improve participation 79 32.9 Improve leadership 48 20.0 Better dissemination of information 36 15.0

Conclusion

There is a relatively positive assessment of women’s

• rganizations particularly in terms of

management/leadership and activities.

 Confrontation and dialogue as effective mechanisms

to address conflict.

Enhance their capabilities.

Project Title : Strengthening Women’s Organizations in Bukidnon Study 1 :Enhancing Leadership and Management Skills of Municipal Women’s Federation Presidents Study 2 :Sustaining Activities and Projects of Women’s Organizations in Bukidnon Proponents :Departments of Behavioral Sciences and Social Sciences Project Leader : Eva N. Mendoza, Ph.D. Study 1 Leader : Alisa M. Cabacungan, M.A. Study 2 Leader : Eva N. Mendoza, Ph.D. Collaborators : Angelita I. Jacobe, M.A. Implementing Agency: Central Mindanao University Funding Agencies : Central Mindanao University, Provincial Federation of United Women of Bukidnon, Inc. (PFUWBI) and Provincial and Municipal LGUs Duration : 1 year (for initial implementation) Rationale : The implementation of Republic Act (R.A.) 9710 or known as the “Magna Carta of Women” recognizes the role of women in nation building. It ensures women’s participation in political, social, economic, cultural, and civic activities. The formation of women’s organizations in Bukidnon manifests a dynamic response to the said legislation. Consequently, Central Mindanao University (CMU) through its Gender and Development (GAD) funds supported a research project entitled: “Analysis on the Structures and Dynamics of Women’s Organizations in Bukidnon: Basis for Gender and Development Initiatives”, last June, 2012- May, 2013. The primary

• bjective of the said project is to come up with a basis for conceptualization of more responsive and

relevant extension activities or any development initiatives. Findings of the said study revealed that there is a need for strengthening the women’s organizations in the province. While the requisite for organizing and mobilizing is already addressed, there is a need to capacitate these

• rganizations, particularly the leaders. It is necessary to enhance their leadership and management

skills in order to ensure sustainability of their activities, thus creating more positive impact on the individual lives of women in particular, and on the province or the country in general. Expected Output : Training modules Evaluation tools for enhanced leadership skills Proposed plans (of activities/projects) formulated by women’s organizations Monitoring and evaluation tools Resolutions made by women’s organizations and MOAs