Chapter 9
STRATEGIES AND GUIDELINES FOR SPECIAL AREAS Before the conduct of the 2022 Census of Agriculture and Fisheries (2022 CAF) operation, the Regional Statistical Services Offices (RSSOs)/Provincial Statistical Offices (PSOs) were provided with the list of sample barangays and workload analysis for the computation of corresponding workload, mandays, manpower requirement, and other information. They were also asked to identify the topography and characteristics of each sample barangay/Enumeration Area (EA), as this will help recognize areas in the sample barangay that need certain approaches. The sample barangays/EAs with special concerns, appropriate strategies have been recommended for adoption in the different phases of census field operations. This section presents the types of special areas and discusses the specific guidelines and strategies in covering these areas. As part of the terms of reference of the 2022 CAF Working Group on Special Areas, experiences and challenges encountered in conducting census in these types of areas were discussed to focus on the problems of each type of Special Area. Sub-groups were created to further formulate specific strategies (Figure 9.1). 9.1 AREAS NEEDING SPECIAL STRATEGIES 1. Peace and Order Problem Some barangays/EAs may not be penetrated because of unstable peace and order situation at the time of the enumeration. Classified under this category are the following: (a) clan/family feuds, (b) tribal war, (c) ongoing military operation, and (d) presence of rebel camp. To successfully infiltrate these areas, the guidelines are as follows: a. Coordinate with Local Government Unit (LGU) Chief Executive through letter/visit/meetings to solicit suggestions and recommendations on how to penetrate the area (Figure 9.2); b. Conduct massive information dissemination activities such as TV/radio interviews, social media and census announcements; c. Request for assistance for security from the LGU and conduct of enumeration by team;
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