Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices (KAP) of Stakeholders in Igang Bay Marine Reserve (IBMS)

Abstract

This study was conducted to determine the knowledge, attitude, and practices of stakeholders in IBMS. The descriptive utilizing survey method of data gathering was used in this study. The respondents of the study were the 49 local chief executives and local government unit key officials, students/youth, local business owners and school head and teacher. Results revealed that majority respondents identified biodiversity as trees, plants, and forests. As to the ocean marine pollution, the number sources of pollution were from plastics and human activity. As to climate change, they believed that it was anchored to global warming (36 or 73.5%). Furthermore, they have positive attitude outlook on “I feel the need to protect the various ecosystems because it affects my sources of livelihood” with 41 or 83.7%. Moreover, on the practices on the marine protected area, majority of them were contributing to the conservation and protection of biodiversity through proper waste segregation. Radio was chosen as most effective media to spread awareness regarding the status of our country’s biodiversity. The study showed that stakeholders have high knowledge, positive attitude, and good practices.