BRIDGING THE GAP ENHANCING RESEARCH-TO- COMMUNITY EXTENSION APPROACH

Abstract

To construct a multidisciplinary framework for global education, integrating  cultural  understanding, psychological  insights and literacy skills,  a research-to- community extension approach was used as a systematic methodology to transfer research findings into practical applications.  This  response aims to  investigate the varied nature of the research-to-community extension by examining its strengths, weaknesses, and potential improvement as Cotabato  State University, a new university, intensifies its threefold functions: instruction, research, and extension.   To improve the effectiveness of research -to- community extension, the researcher/project leader delves into the crucial role  of community engagement in research,  investing in capacity building among recipients  and translating  research findings into a actionable solutions for communities. Community members received a two-day training to improve their knowledge and capacity to engage in extension activities for long-term sustainability, particularly with regard to managing their children's sexual development.