Livelihood in Selected Coastal Areas in Ilocos Norte and Its Socio-Economic Dimension
Susan G. Aquino1, Sherlyn B. Nicolas2
1Dr. Susan G. Aquino, Department of Social Science Research, Mariano Marcos State University-Research Directorate, Science Research Laboratory, Batac, Ilocos Norte, Philippines.
2Dr. Sherlyn B. Nicolas, Department of Social Science Research, Mariano Marcos State University-Research Directorate, Science Research Laboratory, Batac, Ilocos Norte, Philippines.
Manuscript received on 15 February 2024 | Revised Manuscript received on 04 March 2024 | Manuscript Accepted on 15 March 2024 | Manuscript published on 30 March 2024 | PP: 10-21 | Volume-3 Issue-3, March 2024 | Retrieval Number: 100.1/ijssl.C111503030324 | DOI: 10.54105/ijssl.C1115.03030324
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Abstract: Livelihoods are diverse and made up of multiple activities depending on the available assets to earn a living. Aside from fishing as the only primary source of income for coastal dwellers, are there other means of livelihood that a coastal area can offer? This document aims to help us understand the complexity of coastal livelihoods and provide insight into alternative livelihood options within the coastal region. The result will be used to document and measure the socio-economic benefits and costs of different livelihoods. It will also set limits and policies that are truly adaptable in protecting our coastal resources. Purposive sampling was done with the assistance of the Department of Agriculture-Municipal Agriculture and Fishery Council (DA-MAFC), which identified the respondents. Descriptive statistics, frequency counts, percentages and means were used to analyse the data collected. Results show that variations in livelihood exist along coastal areas, including seaweed gathering, salt-making, stone and shell picking, and crafting. There are also alternative sources that complement these traditional coastal means of livelihood, such as boatmaking and boat rental, the production of fishing materials, the collection of firewood, and homestays. It is necessary to employ interventions which help to strengthen capacity building in coastal communities. Training to improve their craft and packing skills should also be applied.
Keywords: Livelihoods, Alternative Source, Coastal Resources, Capacity Building
Scope of the Article: Economics