Training Needs Assessment of Women’s Organizations in Camarines Norte, Philippines

Empowering the marginalized sectors of the society is among the mandates of Higher Education Institutions in the Philippines through its extension and community involvements. The need to identify the needs of the community is vital in providing quality, meaningful, and relevant interventions, hence, training needs assessment should be conducted. This study determined the profile of women’s organizations, their training needs and the challenges they encountered. This study utilized quantitative-descriptive method using structured survey questionnaire in gathering relevant data from the selected members of women’s organizations in Camarines Norte.  The study revealed that in terms of training needs on life skills, both organizations need to be trained on leadership/organizational skills, wellness and mental health while in terms of technical skills, both needs to be trained on digital/ICT skills, basic computer applications, effective communication, bookkeeping and feasibility study preparation. In terms of livelihood skills, both needs to be trained on natural farming system and meat processing. The major challenges are lack of linkages with other organizations and budget constraints. Based on the results of the study, it is hereby recommended that women’s organizations seek partnerships and linkages with local government agencies and academic institutions to help in carrying out the crafted training designs on livelihood for continuity and survival.