The Lived Experiences Of The Office Of Student Affairs Coordinators On The Implementation Of Gender-Neutral Uniform: A Qualitative Study

DARREL JAY R. GATO, MAED; MERVIN G. SALMON, Ph.D.

The Lived Experiences Of The Office Of Student Affairs Coordinators On The Implementation Of Gender-Neutral Uniform: A Qualitative Study

Author(s)	DARREL JAY R. GATO, MAED, MERVIN G. SALMON, Ph.D.
Country	Philippines
Abstract	ABSTRACT This qualitative study aimed to explore the experiences of the Office of Student Affairs Coordinators on the implementation of gender-neutral uniform in Davao del Norte. Data was collected from eight participants through in-depth interviews. The lived experiences of the Office of Student Affairs Coordinators on the implementation of gender-neutral uniform policy illuminated by the challenges struggles, and positive experiences as well. It is also broadly defined by the coping mechanisms and insights they share in the implementation of the policy. The experiences of the OSA coordinators revealed cultivating inclusivity during the implementation phase while struggling from cultural resistance brought by several factors such as diversity of cultural and social backgrounds. Coordinators are also challenged in the policy implementation, especially in framing the guidelines and polies. On the other hand, while these challenges pose certain forms of negativity, they also enjoy positive results such as seeing positive reactions from the stakeholders who welcome the policy with great enthusiasm. With all this, this research explored the diverse challenges positively and negatively experienced by the OSA coordinators on the implementation of the gender- neutral uniform policy in schools which includes challenges in the policy implementation, resistance from culture while cultivating inclusivity. The coping mechanism also includes effective communication, collaboration and support, as well as educational programs and awareness. Insights gained include flexibility, utilization of feedback and continuous policy evaluation. Finally, these can bring about changes in the approach to ensure that the policy being implemented will be relevant and timely. Keywords: Gender-neutral uniform, Office of Student Affairs Coordinators, Davao del Norte,Philippines
Keywords	Keywords: Gender-neutral uniform, Office of Student Affairs Coordinators, Davao del Norte
Field	Sociology > Education
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2025
Published On	2025-03-11

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