Bagyo ka Lang!: The Impact of Typhoons on the Lives and Productivity of Contractual Workers at Miriam College High School
Document Types
Paper Presentation
School Name
Miriam College
Track or Strand
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Research Advisor (Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial)
Pacifico, Eunice
Start Date
25-6-2025 1:00 PM
End Date
25-6-2025 2:30 PM
Zoom Link/ Room Assignment
Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/97401420760?pwd=zSWApqlDXbgd2OJcNw1hbFYXrUQS5T.1 Meeting ID: 974 0142 0760 Passcode: 310300
Abstract/Executive Summary
Every year, the Philippines faces devastating weather-related calamities that significantly affect vulnerable communities. Since it is located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, Filipinos are more prone to experiencing natural calamities such as typhoons, which negatively impacts the community. Contractual workers are defined as those who work under a “no work, no pay” policy and work for a specific period. Due to the absence of paid leave, health benefits, and stable income, contractual workers are financially vulnerable, making it harder for them to recover from disasters. This study explores how typhoons impact the daily life and work efficiency of contractual workers at Miriam College High School, identifies natural disaster assistance/s, and understands the physiological and financial vulnerabilities they become exposed to, and the perceived disadvantages and advantages of contractual work in disaster resilience. This qualitative study employs a narrative research design, using open-ended, semi-structured interviews with seven auxiliary staff members at Miriam College High School. It aims to identify the natural disaster assistance they receive, examine the financial and physiological vulnerabilities they face during typhoons, and explore how contractual work influences their resilience and recovery. The findings indicate that typhoons significantly reduce the productivity of contractual workers, thus affecting their capacity to fulfill financial obligations and provide for their families' needs. This study highlights the need for mitigation, prevention, and preparedness strategies to reduce human vulnerability and boost economic benefits.
Keywords
Productivity; Preparedness; Typhoon; Recovery; Contractual Workers
Research Theme (for Paper Presentation and Poster Presentation submissions only)
Family, Relations, and Social Structure (FRS)
Initial Consent for Publication
yes
Statement of Originality
yes
Bagyo ka Lang!: The Impact of Typhoons on the Lives and Productivity of Contractual Workers at Miriam College High School
Every year, the Philippines faces devastating weather-related calamities that significantly affect vulnerable communities. Since it is located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, Filipinos are more prone to experiencing natural calamities such as typhoons, which negatively impacts the community. Contractual workers are defined as those who work under a “no work, no pay” policy and work for a specific period. Due to the absence of paid leave, health benefits, and stable income, contractual workers are financially vulnerable, making it harder for them to recover from disasters. This study explores how typhoons impact the daily life and work efficiency of contractual workers at Miriam College High School, identifies natural disaster assistance/s, and understands the physiological and financial vulnerabilities they become exposed to, and the perceived disadvantages and advantages of contractual work in disaster resilience. This qualitative study employs a narrative research design, using open-ended, semi-structured interviews with seven auxiliary staff members at Miriam College High School. It aims to identify the natural disaster assistance they receive, examine the financial and physiological vulnerabilities they face during typhoons, and explore how contractual work influences their resilience and recovery. The findings indicate that typhoons significantly reduce the productivity of contractual workers, thus affecting their capacity to fulfill financial obligations and provide for their families' needs. This study highlights the need for mitigation, prevention, and preparedness strategies to reduce human vulnerability and boost economic benefits.
https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/conf_shsrescon/2025/poster_frs/1
