📄 Abstract
This study reviewed existing literature on gender-responsive policing, domestic violence intervention strategies, and community support mechanisms to examine how gender influences domestic violence response in the CALABARZON region. Specifically, it investigated the effectiveness of Philippine National Police (PNP) interventions, the accessibility of referral pathways, and the role of partnerships among government agencies, non-government organizations, and community stakeholders in supporting victims of domestic violence. The study hypothesized that gender-sensitive PNP interventions, well-established referral pathways, and strong interagency partnerships significantly enhanced the quality of domestic violence response and victim support services. Using a quantitative descriptive-correlational research design, data were collected through structured questionnaires from 123 respondents, including PNP personnel, domestic violence survivors, social workers, and community representatives from selected provinces in CALABARZON. Descriptive statistics and correlation analyses were employed to examine relationships among the study variables. The findings revealed that gender-responsive interventions were positively associated with improved victim protection and service accessibility. Effective referral pathways facilitated timely access to legal, medical, and psychosocial support, while collaborative partnerships strengthened community-based responses to domestic violence. The study concluded that coordinated and gender-sensitive approaches contributed significantly to addressing domestic violence cases. It recommended enhancing PNP training on gender responsiveness, strengthening referral networks, and expanding multisectoral partnerships to improve victim-centered services and community support systems throughout the region.
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📚 How to Cite:
Maria Elizza Grace D. Albaira , GENDER, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESPONSE, AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT IN CALABARZON: PNP INTERVENTIONS, REFERRAL PATHWAYS, AND PARTNERSHIPS , Volume 11 , Issue 7, July 2026, EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD) , Pages: 36 - 46 ,