16/06/2026
CNSC congratulates Dr. Girly H. Naval, Director of the Extension Services Division and faculty member of the College of Business and Public Administration, for being recognized with the Best Paper during the 1st International Public Administration and Indigenous Governance Exchange last June 11–12, 2026.
Dr. Naval received the award for her institutionally funded research paper titled “Embedded Markets and Indigenous Economics Agency: Institutional Dynamics of the Manide Community’s Market Participants in Camarines Norte”.
Dr. Naval's study contributes to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by providing a deeper understanding of how the Manide community navigates market participation while preserving its cultural identity, social institutions, and indigenous economic practices. By examining the institutional dynamics and embedded nature of economic exchanges within the community, the research generates insights that can guide policymakers, development practitioners, and local government units in designing more culturally responsive and inclusive interventions. Such understanding helps prevent development approaches that inadvertently erode indigenous traditions, while promoting equitable access to economic opportunities. Ultimately, the study supports SDG 1: No Poverty, SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, and SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities by advancing inclusive development that recognizes indigenous agency, safeguards cultural heritage, and enhances the welfare, dignity, and sustainable growth of the Manide people as an integral part of Philippine society and culture.
CNSC congratulates Dr. Girly H. Naval, Director of the Extension Services Division and faculty member of the College of Business and Public Administration, for being recognized with the Best Paper and Best Presenter during the 1st International Public Administration and Indigenous Governance Exchange last June 11–12, 2026.
Dr. Naval received the award for her institutionally funded research paper titled “Embedded Markets and Indigenous Economics Agency: Institutional Dynamics of the Manide Community’s Market Participants in Camarines Norte”.
Dr. Naval's study contributes to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by providing a deeper understanding of how the Manide community navigates market participation while preserving its cultural identity, social institutions, and indigenous economic practices. By examining the institutional dynamics and embedded nature of economic exchanges within the community, the research generates insights that can guide policymakers, development practitioners, and local government units in designing more culturally responsive and inclusive interventions. Such understanding helps prevent development approaches that inadvertently erode indigenous traditions, while promoting equitable access to economic opportunities. Ultimately, the study supports SDG 1: No Poverty, SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, and SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities by advancing inclusive development that recognizes indigenous agency, safeguards cultural heritage, and enhances the welfare, dignity, and sustainable growth of the Manide people as an integral part of Philippine society and culture.
