LEVEL OF AWARENESS OF THE SELECTED CRIMINOLOGY STUDENTS ON SAFE SPACES AC

This study assessed the level of awareness of selected criminology students regarding the Safe Spaces Act (RA 11313). Utilizing a descriptive research design, the study employed face-to-face questionnaires as the primary data collection tool. The objectives were to determine students' awareness in terms of verbal and non-verbal harassment, language use, and safety measures, as well as to identify common violations of the Act. A total of 281 criminology students participated in the study, drawn from a population of 1,034. Findings revealed that respondents demonstrated a high level of awareness regarding verbal and non-verbal harassment, recognizing acts that constitute verbal harassment under the law. Awareness of inappropriate language use, particularly the sending of unsolicited sexually explicit messages, was also evident. In terms of safety measures, the highest mean score indicated strong knowledge of protective provisions under the Safe Spaces Act. However, the overall mean score for common violations suggested that respondents sometimes experience or are aware of infractions related to the law. Based on these findings, the researchers propose the development of a promotional video to enhance students’ understanding of the Safe Spaces Act and its implications.