1. 1987 Philippine Constitution (Article II Sec.

14) The State recognizes the role of

women in nation building and shall promote the Fundamental Equality before the
law of women and men.
2. affects a person’s character or reputation in terms of violation and legal
3. An attitude of “What Goes Around Comes Around”. Filipinos have a tendency
4. As police affirm its unconditional service and love for the nation and individuals.
Bayanihan - As mentioned in the preceding topics, Filipinos are able to render
services and generous enough to extend help without compensation. Somebody
can request help in time of need from those to whom it is extended.
5. Camaraderie- The binding spirit that enhances teamwork and cooperation in the
police organization, extending to the people they serve in manifested by the PNP
members’ deep commitment and concern for one another.
6. Character – Is defined to be the possession by a person of certain qualities of
mind and morals, distinguishing him from others. (People of the Philippines vs.
Noel Lee, G.R No. 139070, May 29, 2002).
7. character and reputation based on institutional standard; and
8. character based on the community’s social standard.
9. circumstances without trying to stop or change them.
10. Civic Nationalism - The state derives political legitimacy from its citizen’s active
involvement and the extent to which it reflects the “will of the individuals”.
11. community with honesty, utmost devotion and commitment above private
concern
12. Comparison
13. Courage - From their moral strength police draw their collective and individual
power of approach to always accept difficult duties, and they are courageous
enough to speakout against temptation, anomalies corruption, and exploitation
and stand firm.
14. Courtesy – A manifestation of expression of consideration and respect for others.
15. Cultural Nationalism - The country is described by shared culture, not solely civic
or ethnic.
16. Culture - Everyone has different character and values because of the different
cultures where everyone is exposed.
17. Customs - Established usage or social practices carried on by tradition that have
obtained the force of law
18. Discipline- PNP members shall conduct themselves properly at all times in
keeping with the rules and regulations of the organization.
19. Disobedience to Simple Rules and Instructions - Some Filipinos, despite of the
understanding of the purpose of laws and ordinances have inability to observe
and follow them. Consequently, crime victimization and accident rate in the
Philippines are constantly rising, poverty is getting more rampant and lifestyle
development is relaxed.
20. Empowerment - Police reach out and create bridges of collaboration, nurture
volunteerism and operate in harmony with their clientele by training individuals
for a better and safer society in the process.
21. Ethnic Nationalism (Ethnonationalism) - The country is described from prior
generations in terms of ethnicity and descent. It also involves the concept of
shared culture among group members, and generally a shared language.
22. Excellence - Police are committed in doing and making things occur effectively
and efficiently in all of their efforts as they strive to accomplish more consistently
and outstandingly with tangible outcomes and far beyond their best.
23. Exogenous or Foreign Model - A legal and formal model is defined as the
international model, Filipinos from Western cultures, particularly from the
Spaniards and the Americans, inherited the foreign model. An example of foreign
or exogenous impact is the bureaucracy displayed in the Philippine government.
24. Expansionist Nationalism - A radical form of imperialism that includes
independent, patriotic feelings with a faith in expansionism, generally through
military aggression.
25. Familialism - Decision on matters is centered on the welfare and best interest of
the family rather than on the betterment and interest of some individuals.
26. Fatalism (Bahala Na or Come What May” Attitude)
27. Fatalism (Bahala Na or Come What May” Attitude) - An attitude of “What Goes
Around Comes Around”. Filipinos have a tendency to surrender the future to luck.
They have that strong confidence that everything will work out on his interest
without doing anything. Filipinos often accepts bad news or circumstances
without trying to stop or change them.
28. Galang - Filipinos are basically oriented to revere to the opinions of elders, peers
or those in authority, during important discussions during social encounters.
Verbal clash or any sign of extreme familiarity in public meetings is a sign of
disrespect to elders or persons in authority.
29. Gender and Development - the development perspective and process that is
participatory and empowering equitable, sustainable free from violence,
respectful of human rights, supportive of self-determination and actualization of
human potentials.
30. Generosity and Helpfulness - Aside from being hospitable, Filipinos are also well-
known for being generous. They share what they have to the people around
them even when they only have little. When you will be in trouble, Filipinos
cannot refuse to help you. They are always willing to assist you or lend a hand.
31. Good moral Character - that status which attaches to a man of good behavior
and upright conduct. (People of the Philippines vs. Noel Lee, G.R No. 139070,
May 29, 2002)
32. Half-Mast – The flag is raised at half-mast in deference to deceased uniformed
members of the command.
33. Home environment - Home as a cradle of human character and personality
largely contribute to the character formation of a child. It is said that parents are
the first educators of the children.
34. Hospitality - Hospitality is a trait displayed by every Filipino characterized by
heart-warming generosity and friendliness exhibited to foreigners and local alike.
35. Indigenous Model or the Traditional Model - Described as a traditional and non-
formal model or guide, the indigenous model is deeply integrated in the Filipino
subconscious.
36. Institutional Perspective – Refers to the institution’s view on an employee’s
37. Institutional Perspective – Refers to the institution’s view on an employee’s
character and reputation based on institutional standard; and
38. Integrity - Police take an uncompromising and coherent position in the fulfillment
of their obligation to live an honest, upright and dignified life according to the
highest ethical and moral norms where their advocacy, values and convictions
are compatible with their words and actions.
39. Left-Wing Nationalism - Left-wing nationalism, also sometimes referred to as
socialist nationalism, relates to any political movement combining left-wing or
socialism with nationalism.
40. Legal Perspective – This refers to how the law, policy, or Supreme Court ruling
41. Legal Perspective – This refers to how the law, policy, or Supreme Court ruling
affects a person’s character or reputation in terms of violation and legal
responsibility.
42. Liberal Nationalist often defend the importance of domestic identity, by stating
that people need a domestic identity to lead a meaningful and independent life.
(Kymlicka, 1995)
43. Ma ana Habit (ῆProcrastination) - True blooded Filipinos have the attitude of
causing delays in accomplishing things or making transactions. When not
interested or not in the mood, they wait or reserve until tomorrow or the next day
to finish what they are doing or meeting their transactions.
44. Mapagmalasakit - It is because of our family love extended to friends, neighbors
and others that naturally sympathetic Filipinos
45. Mapagpasalamat - This is based on the aspiration of Filipinos to “Pamumuhay”
(Life) and “Pananaligsa Diyos at Kapwa” (God and People Faith).
46. Masigasig - We do everything we can to get it when Filipinos dream of
something.
47. Matatag - Filipinos, being in a nation susceptible to natural disasters, have
adjusted and learned to be powerful in moments of need and in difficult
circumstances that life throws at us.
48. Memorandum Circular No. 2011 -01 dated October 21, 2011 Addressing to all
Government Departments including their attached agencies, offices, bureaus,
State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) Government –Owned and Controlled
Corporations (GOCCs) and all other government instrumentalities as their
guidelines and procedures for the establishment, strengthening and
institutionalization of the Gender and Development (GAD) Focal Point System
(GFPS).
49. Memorandum Circular No.48 Series of 2013 - Directing all concerned
government agencies to adopt the Gender Equality Guidelines in the
development of their respective Media Policies and Implementing Programs in
order to promote gender mainstreaming.
50. Moonlighting– An act of a member of the PNP pursuing or following any calling or
occupation or the act of engaging in any business, which includes but not limited
to all activities, jobs, work, and similar functions, performed, engaged in or
undertaken by him, in or off duty hours with or without compensation, which is
inconsistent or incompatible with the PNP duties and/or functions.
51. Morality- PNP members shall adhere to high standards of morality and decency
and shall set good examples for others to follow.
52. Nationalism - is an ideology and movement defined by promoting the interests of
a particular nation, in particular with the aim of acquiring and maintaining the
nation’s sovereignty over its country of origin (Smith 2010).
53. Nationalism and patriotism - Public officials and employees shall at all times be
loyal to the Republic and to the Filipino people, promote the use of locally
produced goods, resources and technology and encourage appreciation and
pride of country and people.
54. Ningas Cogon - Most Filipinos are very good at the start when doing something.
Nevertheless, after a few hours or days, that excitement to do or accomplish
something is lost and become too lazy to finish what were have started
55. Official Patriotism – Promoted by the government which has a high symbolic and
ceremonial content. It is a logical consequence of the state itself, which derives
legitimacy from being the expression of the common good of the political
community.
56. Other Negative traits - Some Filipino women give birth at an early age (Teenage
Pregnancy). Some just don’t mind their own business. Some have bad habits,
 like drinking, smoking, etc. Some poor teenagers engage in prostitution. There
are many broken families. Most Filipinos tend to be with friends most of the time
than to be with their parents.
57. Pakikiramay - It is in the Filipino value of going out of the way to help, without
being asked, i.e.unsolicited help..
58. Pakikisama - Regardless whether someone’s views are agreeable or not,
Filipinos are capable of getting along with it. Camaraderie, trust, confidence, and
loyalty are enhanced and developed by this Filipino value.
59. Parental Influence - Parental influence is the most important of all, it is the factor
responsible for personality development. The way parents behave with the child,
how much he is allowed to socialize, the kind of culture make-up of his parents,
all these have a great bearing on the child’s mental growth and establish a great
influence to their children’s character.
60. Particularism - Displayed behavior by the individuals may it be good or bad is
blamed against the family. It is based on the principle that home is the cradle of
human personality and character that is, the product of goodness is always good
and those who are molded in the wickedness, will always show-off badness.
61. PATRIOTISM - Patriotism or national pride is a sense of love, dedication and
attachment to a country and an alliance with other people who share the same
impression. This attachment can be a mixture of many distinct emotions,
including ethnic, cultural, political or historical elements, related to one’s own
country. One who is patriotic will be willing to offer any sacrifice to his nation.
62. Patriotism of Affection - This is the patriotism of the heart. It is about one’s
internal desire for his country’s well-being. The patriotism of affection can be
seen in the patriotism of duty, but it does not necessarily result in it; one can truly
love his country and yet be a coward, just as one can theoretically fulfil a patriotic
duty and yet feel apathetic about the country’s welfare.
63. Patriotism of Duty - This includes fidelity to one’s nation through material acts.
This is military service patriotism and other selfless sacrifice types. This is where
patriotism becomes embodied and its ideals takes praiseworthy particular
actions.
64. Patriotism of Manners - This is custom patriotism, written and unwritten. The
patriotism of manners is to place one’s hands over the heart during national
anthem. It can be performed by anyone without actually needing affection or duty
of patriotism.
65. Patriotism- The PNP members are traditionally patriotic by nature. They manifest
their love of country with a pledge of allegiance to the flag and a vow to defend
the constitution.
66. Peacetime Patriotism – Cannot be so easily linked to a measurable gain for the
state, but the patriot does not see it as inferior.
67. Personal Patriotism – it is emotional and voluntary. The patriot adheres to certain
patriotic values, such as respect for the flag or the honoring of the veterans.
68. Personalism - Filipinos valued interpersonal relationship. It is firmly believed that
harmonious personal relationship is the key to successful endeavors. Amicable
settlement of dispute is the primary means of restoring broken relationships and
face-to- face open forum is considered once conflict is recognized in an
organization or the community.
69. Point of
70. Police Ethics – It is the practical science that treats the principle of human
morality and duty as applied to law enforcement.
71. Police Lifestyle - The PNP shall promote and maintain a lifestyle for its members
which the public will find credible and respectable. The public expects a police
 officer to live a simple and dignified life. They must be free from greed corruption
and exploitation.
72. Police value a supportive and professional role serves and protects it clientele
and
73. Privilege of the defendant – The offering of character evidence on his behalf is a
privilege of the defendant and the prosecution cannot comment on the failure of
the defendant to produce such evidence.
74. Public Official – Includes elective and appointive officials and employees,
permanent or temporary, whether in the career or non- career service, including
military and police personnel, whether they receive compensation or not,
regardless of amount.
75. Religious Nationalism - Nationalism’s connection to a specific religious faith,
church or affiliation. It can be seen that a shared religion contributes to a sense
of domestic unity and a mutual bond between the nation’s people.
76. Republic Act 7877 – Anti – Sexual Harassment Act of 1995.
77. Republic Act 8044 – also known as the Youth in Nation-Building Act; an act
creating the National Youth Commission, establishing a National Comprehensive
and Coordinated Program on Youth Development, Appropriating funds therefore,
and for other purposes.
78. Republic Act 8491 - or the “Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines,”
mandates that reverence and respect shall be accorded at all times to the
Philippine flag, the national anthem and other national symbols that embody the
country’s ideals and traditions, and express the principles of sovereignty and
national solidarity.
79. Republic Act 9262 – Anti- Violence against Women and Their Children Act of
2004.
80. Republic Act No. 10086 – An act strengthening people’s nationalism through
Philippines history by changing the nomenclature of the National Historical
Institute into the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, strengthening
its powers and functions, and powers and functions, and for other purposes; also
known as the Philippine Cultural Heritage Act of 2010.2.
81. Republic Act No. 1425 – an act to include in the curricula of all public and private
schools, colleges and universities courses on the life, works and writings of Jose
Rizal, particularly his novels Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, authorizing
the printing and distribution thereof, and for other purposes.
82. Republic Act No. 9512 – approved last December 12, 2008; also known as an
act to promote environmental awareness through environmental education and
for other purposes or the National Environmental Awareness and Education Act
of 2008.
83. Republic Act No. 9710 (Magna Carta of Women)Approved on August 14, 2009
which mandates for non-discriminatory and pro-gender equality and equity
measures to enable women’s participation in the formulation, implementation and
evaluation of policies, and plan for national, regional, and local development.
84. Republic Act. No. 10390 – an act amending Republic Act no. 7306, entitled “an
act providing for the establishment of the people’s television functions network,
incorporated, defining its powers and functions, providing for its sources of
funding and for other purposes; also known as “An Act Revitalizing the People’s
Television Network, Incorporated.”
85. Reputation – is the opinion generally entertained of a person derived from the
common report of the people who are acquainted from him (People of the
Philippines vs. Noel Lee, G.R No. 139070, May 29, 2002).
86. Respect - This is often observed-not just by younger people-but also by people of
all ages. In the Philippines, respect for one’s elders is a tradition.
87. Responsibility with Accountability - Police carry out and execute their
responsibilities and tasks as their moral duty is to serve the public with due
diligence and always bearing in mind that they are accountable and duty bound
to promote the public interest.
88. responsibility.
89. Revolutionary Nationalism - Revolutionary nationalism is an ideological theory
that calls for a domestic group, united by a shared sense of intent and destiny,
also known as a radical nationalism.
90. Romantic Nationalism - It is otherwise known as organic nationalism and identity
nationalism. It is a form of ethnic nationalism in which the states derives political
legitimacy as a result and expression of the nation’s natural.
91. Salute – Salute is the usual greetings rendered by uniformed members upon
meeting and recognizing person entitled to a salute.
92. Salute to National Color and Standard – Members stand at attention and salute
the national color and standard as these pass by them or when the national color
is raised or lowered during ceremonies.
93. School Environment - To perfect the total development of a child’s character and
attitude, besides the home environment, a child’s school environment too plays a
major role in shaping a child’s personality. A child’s personality is greatly
influenced by the way he treated in school, both by his teachers as well as his
peers. The school reinforce the education that the child needs that home fails to
provide
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95. Servant hood - As police affirm its unconditional service and love for the nation
and individuals. Police value a supportive and professional role serves and
protects it clientele and community with honesty, utmost devotion and
commitment above private concern.
96. Social Decorum – A set of norms and standards practiced by members during
social activities and other functions
97. Social Perspective – This is how the people in the community view a person’s
98. Social Perspective – This is how the people in the community view a person’s
character based on the community’s social standard.
99. Strong Family Ties and Religion - Filipino value their families so much that they
tend to keep families intact through the generations. Families go to church and
pray together because their religion is important and creates a strong bond,
marking God as the center of their lives.
100. Strong Work Ethics - Another good thing most Filipinos have is being
hardworking people. They are always willing to work almost the day to provide
the needs of their families. Filipino farmers though earning so little but they work
harder with not much compensation.
101. Symbolic Patriotism – In wartime is intended to raise morale, in turn
contributing to the war effort.
102. The Philippine National Police Core Values - Being a noble profession the
police service demands from its member’s specialized understanding and
abilities, as well as great standard of ethics and morality.
103. The use of po, opo, and pagmamano (Hand kissing). Are separate
methods ofregard for Filipino people. We say these phrases and use this gesture
to demonstrate our respect and love to elderly.
104. Third World Nationalism - Nationalist feeling are the outcome of opposition
to colonial rule to survive and maintain a domestic identity.
105. to surrender the future to luck. They have that strong confidence that
everything will
106. Traditions – Bodies of beliefs, stories, customs and usages handed down
from generation to generation with the effect of an unwritten law.
107. Valor- History attests that the Filipino law enforcers have exemplified the
tradition of valor in defending the country from aggression and oppression and
protecting/preserving the life and property of the people. They sacrificed their
limbs and lives for the sake of their countrymen whom they have pledged to
serve.
108. Values Orientation - is the approach that may influence work or social
relationships by person’s relating to objects, events and ideas.
109. Valuing people and Respect for Human Rights - Police always maintain
their fellow human beings’ dignity whenever they cater their needs and are
delicate and cautious in serving and protecting them with compassion and utmost
regard for their human rights.
110. work out on his interest without doing anything. Filipinos often accepts bad
news or