Exploratory Sequential Analysis on the Factors Affecting the Leadership of Women in Local Governments

DOI: https://doi.org/10.15826/csp.2025.9.2.335

Abstract

Inclusive governance fosters opportunities for women to contribute to societal advancement by serving in government roles. This paper explores the factors influencing women’s leadership within the context of local government. To achieve this objective, an exploratory sequential mixed-methods design was employed, with a particular focus on Exploratory Factor Analysis. Data were collected from women employees in second-level, permanent positions among the local government units in the Province of Davao del Norte, Philippines. The findings revealed five key factors influencing women’s leadership: empowering leadership, leadership challenges, leadership motivation, leadership development support, and effective leadership communication. These factors offer valuable insights into how to advance women’s leadership, thereby promoting an inclusive environment and enhancing public service delivery. By understanding and addressing these factors, policymakers and local government authorities can create more supportive and empowering conditions for women leaders, eventually leading to more effective and equitable governance.

Author Biographies

Ronel Geraldizo Dagohoy, University of Southeastern Philippines, Davao City, Philippines

Ronel G. Dagohoy is a scholar and an educator with a degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Development Research and Administration (on-going) at the University of Southeastern Philippines and Doctor of Public Administration from the University of Mindanao. He is an Associate Member of the National Research Council of the Philippines, having extensive experience in development planning, governance, and leadership studies. His research primarily focuses on inclusive governance, women’s leadership in local government, and public service motivation. He has also contributed to the discourse on leadership and empowerment, emphasizing gender inclusivity and equitable governance. His publications aim to provide actionable insights for policymakers and practitioners in the field of development administration and local governance.

Mervin G. Gascon, University of Southeastern Philippines, Davao City, Philippines

Mervin G. Gascon is a Professor at the College of Development Management, University of Southeastern Philippines, where he has made significant contributions to the field of development administration and governance. With a career spanning over two decades, he specializes in research related to participatory governance, sustainable development, and policy analysis. His research interests include empowering indigenous communities, gender and development, and inclusive local governance. Gascon has co-authored influential works, such as Empowering Indigenous People: Voice, Choice, and Agency in Rural Development Planning in Mindanao, and his studies emphasize actionable strategies for promoting equity and resilience in governance systems. As a dedicated mentor and academic leader, he continues to influence the next generation of development practitioners and policymakers.

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Published
2025-07-12
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Dagohoy, R., & Gascon, M. (2025). Exploratory Sequential Analysis on the Factors Affecting the Leadership of Women in Local Governments. Changing Societies & Personalities, 9(2), 416-440. doi:10.15826/csp.2025.9.2.335
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