Sustainable Tourism in ProbinSyudad: The Effectiveness and Challenges of the Water Lily Livelihood Program in Taguig City

Abstract

This study examined workers’ perceptions of the effectiveness and challenges of Taguig City’s Water Lily Livelihood Program. A descriptive quantitative survey was completed by 150 available workers from a program population of 200. The 28-item questionnaire assessed social, economic, environmental, and cultural outcomes, alongside perceived risks and challenges. Mean ratings were favorable for social effectiveness (M = 3.58), economic effectiveness (M = 3.35), environmental effectiveness (M = 3.59), and cultural conservation (M = 3.55). Limited access to harvesting machinery was the highest-rated challenge (M = 3.37). The reported comparisons by sex found no statistically significant differences in the measured dimensions. Age and marital status are summarized descriptively. The findings describe workers’ perceptions rather than measured changes in income, environmental conditions, or tourism activity. They suggest priorities for equipment access, skills development, community participation, and feedback mechanisms.