AN ANALYSIS OF THE PARTICIPANTS PERCEPTION TOWARDS THE ATTITUDES OF THE POLICE OFFICERS IN DEALING WITH THE LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL AND TRANSGENDER (LGBT) AS VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE

Author Name: 1. Wilfredo D. Dalugdog 2. Rogacion U. Villanueva

Volume/Issue: 02/02

Country: Philippines

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://www.doi-ds.org/doilink/07.2021-29646923/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. College of Criminal Justice Education Laguna State Polytechnic University – Siniloan Campus, Philippines
2. College of Arts and Sciences,Laguna State Polytechnic University – Siniloan Campus, Philippines

ABSTRACT

The researchers used the descriptive research method employing a self-made survey questionnaire. The convenience sampling technique was used with the sample size of 63-lgbt students from One State University in the Philippines. Twelve-question were asked to the participants to analyze their perceptions towards the attitudes of the police officers in dealing with the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender as victims of violence. The basic statistical treatment was employed to analyze and interpret the data gathered. The study concludes that 17 out of 63-lgbts participants have experienced violence. They are victimized by stranger and reported the violence experienced to the Guidance Counselor, Barangay Police/Barangay Captain, and High School Teacher.

Key words: Police Officer Attitudes, LGBT, Victims of Violence