Exploring Performance and Challenges Faced by Tanods: A Comprehensive Review of Related Literature

Abstract

The manuscript offers an in-depth examination of the performance and obstacles faced by barangay tanods, vital civilian volunteers tasked with upholding peace and security in areas where formal law enforcement presence is scarce. The study extensively examines various aspects of barangay tanods' roles, responsibilities, and operational effectiveness, emphasizing their satisfaction levels, training needs, empowerment initiatives, and operational challenges. It underscores the significance of continuous training programs, specialized competencies, and community responses in improving the overall performance of barangay peacekeeping teams. Additionally, the research explores how barangay tanods engage in disaster risk reduction, respond to public health emergencies, and adapt to evolving work environments, demonstrating their resilience and adaptability during crises. While recognizing the effectiveness of barangay tanod across different domains, the study also highlights operational barriers like limited resources and challenges in information dissemination that impede their optimal performance. The study concludes by promoting research initiatives that encompass gender diversity to gain deeper insights into the responsibilities and challenges encountered by female tanods, aiming to improve the tanods' overall success in keeping peace and order. This research significantly adds to the domain of existing knowledge by illuminating the essential function fulfilled by barangay tanods and providing valuable perspectives to direct upcoming researchers in advancing understanding within this critical field.