Northwestern Visayan Colleges

CRIMINAL JUSTICE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

2nd Floor CCJE Building, Capitol Site, Kalibo, Aklan
www.nvc.edu.ph (036) 268-1789\

Level of Effectiveness of Crime Prevention Program in the Municipality

of the Madalag, Aklan

Christine N. Naelga
Christian T. Nacuray
Raven Voughn N. Nahil
Roy N. Nahil
John Clarence D. Nadua
INTRODUCTION

Numerous societal issues and worries affect the community. Among these issues is criminality,
which has an impact on every area of community life across the nation. The issue of criminality
is made worse by rising unemployment, population growth and increasing urbanization. The
wide spectrum of criminal behaviors cannot be explained by a single formula or theory.
In recent years, studies have concentrated on the consideration of crime as a sustainability
indicator. Evidence suggests that reducing crime and fear of crime can improve the quality of life
that is an essential factor in producing developments that are more sustainable. In recent years,
research has focused on some measures that are believed to produce more immediate results in
reducing crime rates. Crime prevention, in truth, is preventing crime before it happens. So, this
method is one of the most appropriate to save environment, fund and time which in turn, will
improve the quality of human life. This article seeks to evaluate the objectives and effectiveness
of crime prevention by designing strategies addressing sustainable development namely socio-
economic and environmental sustainability. The study makes use of available sources and data
from previous studies and research. It argues that a secure and sustainable community must be
defined by its image of a healthy community.

THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK

The goal of this study is to know and analyze the level of effectiveness of the crime prevention
program in the municipality of Madalag. Axian. To fully understand this study, the researcher
will use Situational Crime Prevention Theory developed by Ronald Clarke (1995), explaining
that this theory is based on two related theories: Rational Choice Theory and Routine Activities
Theory. According to Felson and Claгке (1998), Rational Choice Theory states that potential
offenders rationally choose to commit crime, as well as the methods used in order to do so. This
choice is influenced by the offender's need to maximize reward while minimizing risk. While.
The Routine Activities Theory states that. in order for a crime to occur. There must be the
presence of three linked elements: motivated offenders, suitable targets, and the absence of
capable guardians. Capable guardians can include people such as security guards or the police, as
well as environmental factors such as locks or other security devices (Cohen and Felson, 1979).
The relation of this theory to the study about the level of effectiveness of the Crime Prevention
Program serves as background and information support in identifying the quantity efficacy of the
Crime Prevention Program (CPP). Situational Crime Prevention Theory (SCP) can help to focus
the study specifically on the aspect of community involvement in the Crime Prevention Program.
evaluation, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness in terms of community involvement. SCP
emphasizes the involvement of the community in crime prevention efforts. Including community
members in the design and implementation of crime prevention programs fosters a sense of
ownership and ensures that interventions are tailored to local needs and concerns. While looking
at the aspects of evaluation, SPC helps encourage the use of specific and measurable indicators
related to the situational factors contributing to crime. This allows for the development of clear
evaluation metrics, making it easier to assess the success of crime prevention programs
objectively. Also, SCP allows for flexible and context-specific interventions by considering the
specific characteristics of the environment in which a program is implemented. Most of all, the
support of SPC in the study is to easily recognize and address the level of effectiveness of CPP in
the specific area where the study will be conducted.

CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
This conceptual framework explains on how to determine the level of effectiveness of Crime
Prevention. Program in the municipality of Madalag. Axlan. For us to achieve this, we must
gather data through giving of surver questionnaires to the specific respondents (ex 20
respondents) of selected individual from the municipality of Madalag. Using qualitative research
and survey method. the selected respondent will answer the question stated in the questionnaire.
 Questionnaires will focus on their observation about efficacy and effectiveness of CPP in the
municipality where ther were belonging. The researcher will use Input-process-output (IPO)
model in making the paradigm of conceptual basis of the study. In the input Frame presents the
level of effectiveness of CPP While in the process frame refers to the process that the researcher
will do for obtaining the outcome of the level of effectiveness of CPP. The output frame presents
the implication of the study which serves as a reference for other related studies.

1. Conduct Interview This research study can

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questionnaires knowledge.

Statement of the Problem

This study aims to determine the level of effectiveness of the crime prevention program in the
municipality of Madalag, Aklan. Specifically, this will answer the following questions.
1. What is the demographic profile of the respondents in terms of;
1.1 Age
1.2 Sex
1.3 Civil Status
1.4 Occupation, and
1.5 Residence
2. What is the crime prevention program that the respondents knew in the municipality of
Madalag, Aklan?
3. How effective is the crime prevention program for the respondents in the municipality of
Madalag, Aklan?

SCOPE AND LIMITATION

This study aims to determine the level of effectiveness of the crime prevention program in the
Municipality of Madalag. Respondents are limited to residents of said municipality. This
research will be conducted in 2024.
Hypotheses
Null Hypothesis: There is no significant relationship between the level of effectiveness and
crime prevention program in the municipality of Madalag, Aklan.
Alternative Hypothesis: There is a significant relationship between the level of effectiveness and
crime prevention program in the municipality of Madalag, Aklan.

RESEARCH DESIGN

The researcher will use a quantitative method of research. Quantitative research is the process of
collecting and analyzing numerical data. It can be used to find patterns and averages, make
predictions, test causal relationships, and generalize results to wider populations.

POPULATION AND SAMPLE

Respondents to this study are the residents of the Municipality of Madalag. There are a total of
30 people, representing the residents of the Municipality of Madalag. In this study, the researcher
will use 30 samples, which consist of the residents of the said barangay.

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

A study on the effectiveness of a crime prevention program in the Municipality of Madalag, Aklan is
crucial for various reasons. It directly impacts community safety and well-being, provides insights into
resource allocation, informs policy development and improvement, and guides community engagement
and collaboration. Successful programs can reduce crime rates, positively influencing public perception,
and have broader social and economic implications. Data-driven decision-making is essential for local
authorities to make informed choices regarding resource allocation and future initiatives. Benchmarking
against similar initiatives in other municipalities can help Madalag, Aklan improve its strategies. An
effective program can also have positive social impacts, fostering a sense of community, trust, and
cohesion. Long-term sustainability is ensured by securing continued support and funding. The study can
contribute to the academic understanding of crime prevention strategies.

INTIAL REFERENCES
M. Hedayati Marzbali, Abdullah Aldrin, Nordin Abd Razak, Mohammad Javad Maghsoodi
Tilaki - A Review of the Effectiveness of Crime Prevention by Design Approaches towards
Sustainable Development

Edna Aquino, Rowena A. Pila and Jeremias F. Buraga – Effectiveness of the Crime Prevention
Approaches in Manduloyong City