Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices, and Action on Climate Change and Environmental Awareness of the Twenty-two Villages along the River Banks in Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines

Abstract

Keywords: Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices and Action; Climate Change; Settlers; Oro River Banks People are significant actors in the careful management of river ecosystems since their social and economic activities impact on the river. This study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, practices, and action of the settlers of the twenty-two villages along the River Banks in Cagayan de Oro City, Mindanao, Philippines on climate change and environmental awareness. This study used the quantitative and qualitative approach with field observation and questionnaires method for data collection. Results of this study indicated that the settlers' knowledge, attitudes, practices, and action on climate change was on a moderate level, with attitudes as the main domain, followed by knowledge, practices, and action. Their environmental awareness did not translate into involvement in river conservation, protection, and sustainability. The study concludes that the settlers' knowledge, attitudes, practices, and action need intervention to improve their awareness to feel, think, and act in a responsible manner in such a way that protects both public health and the environment.