Dr. Nativity Petallar (APNTS Associate Academic Dean), Dr. Erlie Sagud (MARE Program Director), Mrs. Jeanoah Gique (Research Grant Awardee, MARE), Dr. David Ackerman (APNTS Academic Dean), Dr. Eileen Ruger (MAIS Program Director) and Dr. Marie Joy Faraz (Research Director).
My name is Jeanoah D. Gique, and I am thrilled to share with you the exciting journey I’ve embarked on—a journey dedicated to empowering the adult Dumagats of Tala, Mamuyao, Tanay, Rizal, through education. My study, titled “Developing a Contextualized Reading Curriculum for Adult Dumagats,” is more than just a research project; it’s a passion project, fueled by a deep commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of others.
The goal of my study is to prioritize reading literacy among the Dumagat community while preserving their indigenous language and culture. The beneficiaries of this endeavor are the adult Dumagats themselves, individuals whose thirst for knowledge drives my determination. Central to my approach is the active involvement of the Dumagat community. Their invaluable insights and perspectives shape the curriculum into a true reflection of their needs and aspirations. Together, we are creating
something truly meaningful—a curriculum that resonates with their unique cultural identity. Utilizing meaningful learning resources is key to our success. Every resource is carefully curated to engage and inspire learners, serving as bridges to knowledge and understanding. But my vision extends beyond the confines of traditional education. It’s about long-term sustainable development, where literacy catalyzes growth and empowerment. Through inclusive learning strategies based on the Indigenous Peoples Education Curriculum Framework, we ensure that no learner is left behind. Reading lessons are at the heart of my curriculum. Crafted with cultural relevance and linguistic sensitivity, these lessons enhance existing basic literacy programs for adult Dumagat learners, unlocking the boundless potential of literacy. As I continue this journey, one thing remains abundantly clear: the transformative power of education knows no bounds. Together, we are shaping futures, one word at a time. Join me as we empower the Dumagat community and make a difference in the world.
My name is Mary Jubelyn Pantano from the Philippines. I am currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies. I cared for both native Norwegian patients and a Muslim patient while I was in Norway. I got to work with patients from various cultures and beliefs because of this. Through my experience working with diverse cultures, I noticed that although nurses acknowledge the importance of spirituality for health, prayer has not received as much attention in Norwegian nursing practice.
This is likely due to nurses’ lack of training on how to contextualize their beliefs about prayer and apply it in a way that patients will understand. I therefore saw this study as a chance to encourage Filipino Christian nurses who work in Norway and other different countries to acknowledge the significance of prayer in providing patients with holistic care. For this reason, I am currently working on a study entitled, The Beliefs of Selected Filipino Christian Nurses Working in Norway on Integrating Prayer in Giving Medical Care to Patients. This study merged both qualitative and quantitative methods, relying more on the qualitative with a minor quantitative component.
The study involved ten Christian nurses from the Philippines working in Norway whom I knew personally and from colleague referrals. This study is significant to the nurses themselves because it will encourage them to have faith that God can use them to pray for the sick and work through them to heal their patients. It is also my hope that this research will contribute to the recognition of Filipino Christian nurses as culturally competent healthcare professionals in Norway and globally, capable of providing comprehensive and culturally sensitive care to patients from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
This study attempts to uplift local churches as well as nurses and other medical professionals, by empowering church members called to the nursing profession to positively impact their workplace. May God receive all the praise for this research!
