Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): The state of good governance amongst barangays: The case of Jolo municipality

This study explores the perceptions of local governance in the barangays of Jolo, Sulu, Philippines, focusing on the effectiveness of barangay-level governance in delivering basic social services. We surveyed residents to assess their views on key governance dimensions: Accountability, Direction, Fairness, Legitimacy & Voice, and Performance. The findings reveal generally positive perceptions, with respondents rating most aspects as "Good" or...