SLSU-Maasin City Campus Conducts On-Site Monitoring and Evaluation of GenDeRSAFE Project

Southern Leyte State University reaffirms its commitment to community empowerment and gender-responsive extension services through the conduct of on-site monitoring and evaluation of the Gender Equity in Risk Reduction Strategies and Frameworks for Everyone (GenDeRSAFE) Project in Barangay Lunas and Barangay Gawisan, Maasin City, Southern Leyte last May 8, 2026.

Ma’am Adelfa C. Diola, Head of Monitoring and Evaluation from the SLSU Main Campus, spearheads the activity and leads the evaluation team in assessing the implementation and impact of the project in the partner communities. The monitoring activity aims to determine the effectiveness, relevance, and sustainability of the extension initiatives conducted under the GenDeRSAFE Project. 

Joining the monitoring team are the project proponents from the Social Work Department of Southern Leyte State University – Maasin City Campus, specifically Ma’am Irene P. Carbonilla and Ma’am Renalain N. Bagtasus. As proponents of the GenDeRSAFE Project, they actively participate in the site visits, discussions, and evaluation activities conducted in the two barangays.

Also present during the monitoring and evaluation are Marichu D. Rom and Jhon Mark Rivera, staff members of the Research, Innovation, Publication, and Extension (RIPE) Office of SLSU-MCC. Their participation provides technical and administrative support in documenting the activity and ensuring that extension standards and university guidelines are properly observed throughout the evaluation process.

The monitoring team visits Barangay Lunas and Barangay Gawisan, the identified communities where the GenDeRSAFE Project is implemented. During the activity, consultations and interviews with barangay officials, community leaders, and beneficiaries take place to gather feedback regarding the project’s implementation and outcomes. The evaluation focuses on the project’s contribution to promoting gender equity, enhancing disaster risk reduction awareness, and strengthening community participation in creating inclusive and safe environments.

Community members express appreciation for the university’s continued extension efforts, emphasizing how the project helps improve awareness of gender-sensitive approaches in disaster preparedness, community safety, and social inclusion. The beneficiaries also highlight the importance of sustaining programs that empower communities through education, collaboration, and advocacy.

The successful conduct of the monitoring and evaluation activity underscores the importance of continuous assessment in ensuring the quality and sustainability of university extension programs. Through collaborative engagement among university personnel, project proponents, the RIPE office, and partner communities, the GenDeRSAFE Project continues to serve as a meaningful initiative in advancing gender-responsive and community-centered development.

The activity reflects the dedication of Southern Leyte State University in delivering impactful extension services that foster resilience, inclusivity, and social transformation among local communities.