IMPACT ASSESSMENT OF PROJECT LIGTASS (LOCALIZED INNOVATION GEARED TOWARDS ADDRESSING SECURITY AND SAFETY): AN EXTENSION PROGRAM OF THE COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE EDUCATION, TARLAC STATE UNIVERSITY


Dr. Wilfredo Domingo
Dean, CCJE – Dominican College of Tarlac, Philippines
Abstract
Project LIGTASS (Localized Innovation Geared Towards Addressing Security and Safety), an extension initiative of the College of Criminal Justice Education at Tarlac State University, aims to reinforce the Barangay Justice System and promote community safety in Barangay Poblacion H, Camiling, Tarlac. This descriptive quantitative study assessed the program's impact on knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes among barangay officials, police, and residents. Data were gathered from 50 purposively selected respondents using a validated survey instrument, with results analyzed through weighted means and Likert scale interpretation. Findings revealed significant gains in legal awareness, reporting procedures, safety practices, and civic values, with overall ratings consistently in the "Strongly Agree" range. However, challenges were noted in planning, resource allocation, stakeholder participation, and monitoring processes. The study underscores the effectiveness of Project LIGTASS in capacity-building and community empowerment, while highlighting areas for improvement in future extension programs.
Keywords: Extension Program, Community Safety, Barangay Justice, Capacity-Building, Impact Assessment, Tarlac State University
Journal Name :
EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)

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Published on : 2026-02-28

Vol : 12
Issue : 2
Month : February
Year : 2026
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