Abstract
This study assessed the contribution of the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) to community resilience by evaluating the experiences of beneficiaries in Abuyog, Leyte. Using a quantitative descriptive research design, data were collected from forty-two (42) purposively selected beneficiaries through a validated questionnaire and analyzed using frequency, percentage, weighted mean, and thematic analysis. The findings showed that only 45% of livelihood projects remained operational, while 55% had ceased operations, indicating sustainability challenges. Respondents identified seasonal income instability, limited market access, inadequate monitoring, insufficient entrepreneurial and digital skills, and weak coordination as major barriers to program success. Although the program provided livelihood opportunities, it did not significantly improve household income or ensure long-term financial stability. However, beneficiaries expressed a strong desire for self-sufficiency rather than dependence on government assistance. The study concludes that strengthening monitoring, market access, skills development, and stakeholder coordination is essential to improve the sustainability and long-term impact of the Sustainable Livelihood Program.
Keywords: Sustainable Livelihood Program, Community Resilience, Livelihood Sustainability, Abuyog, Leyte.
https://zenodo.org/records/21677664
