This study explored the perceived efficacy of proposed education and legal reforms in mitigating corruption propensity among law students and practitioners in the Eastern Visayas Region. Utilizing a qualitative-dominant mixed-methods design, the research gathered perceptions from key stakeholders, including law students, faculty, practicing lawyers, judges, government officials, and NGO representatives. Data was collected through stakeholder perception surveys, semi-structured interviews, and focus group discussions. The findings indicated that while a baseline moderate corruption propensity existed, "economic factors and organizational culture" were strong forces that could increase this propensity. The study evaluated the relevance and feasibility of reforms such as enhanced admission policies, revised anti-corruption curricula, prioritized corruption cases, and strengthened whistleblower protection. The results provided actionable recommendations for implementing a proposed framework to foster integrity within the legal sector in Eastern Visayas.
Education reform, Legal reform, Corruption propensity, Law students, Legal practitioners, Eastern Visayas, Ethical training, Organizational culture, Whistleblower protection, Curriculum enhancement.
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