In the Pre-entry phase, formulation of a set of objectives and site selection criteria wherein

Barangay Mansanas were chosen among three communities due to poor environment and poor health

facilities assessed and evaluated as the main problem. The conduct of a meeting and courtesy call to

barangay leaders for program development were prioritized before conducting their program. Their

objectives were related to the selected area or site, wherein they aimed to complete the survey and answer

related questions regarding their community in completing their developed community program.

Watching their pre-entry phase, I learned that students should obtain basic information about the

location before doing the COPAR. This covers the cultural traditions, beliefs, and lifestyles of the people

of Barangay Mansanas. One method is to casually question members of the health center, such as the

midwife or health care employees, how the barangay residents feel about their community and any

suggestion that will help their community. After developing rapport, the student nurses can propose a

collaboration with the health facility to address the barangay's problem. A partnership with the health care

facility might be advantageous in making it more straightforward for students to contact barangay

authorities.

The pre-entry phase of the COPAR is complete because the students have already prepared the

program objectives. The site selected, is Barangay Mansanas. A partnership with the health center was

formed, an initial courtesy call was already conducted, and the health-related subject teaching and home

visits were agreed to become part of the program. Moreover, potential leaders were also selected whom

the students could relay.

In the entry phase of the students, home visits and teaching services were conducted wherein

sensitization of individuals to important events in their lives. It inspired them to express their thoughts on

dealing with the problem and finally organize them to join a collaborative effort to address it. During this

stage, the student interacts with people in the community to identify which technique best serves their

constituency. The importance of health protocol, especially during the pandemic, was taught among

children in the community. Proper hygiene was demonstrated and discussed the significance such as

proper brushing of teeth, reflection, and thanksgiving were also provided to inspire, engage and motivate
the kids. After obtaining and evaluating the data from the home visits and conducted interviews and

surveys, the student can hold a mass assembly in partnership with the barangay authorities and health

facilities and choose leaders. Then, it is possible to conduct or move on to the organizational-building

phase.

In the third phase of the organizational-building phase, general assemblies were conducted where

the students could talk with all community members and share facts acquired with them in greater depth,

along with the selection of leaders and officers of the program. In this phase, the creation of formal

structures has begun. It comprises the official procedures for organizing, carrying out, and assessing

community-wide activities. It is the stage at which leaders or groups are trained to handle their problems

or programs.

It is the stage of the COPAR when the student nurses will address the identified problem with

community members. It may be accomplished by holding another general assembly and imparting health

lessons on the need to take action to address the situation. A detailed conversation about the need to adopt

a competent, solid waste management program should be held with the whole community so that

everyone understands its significance.

I assessed that in the third phase, following the problem's presentation, the student nurses can

give a recommended remedy to the problem. However, the student nurses should allow community

members to explore possible alternative solutions. During this phase, community members can create

their organizational chart by appointing various committees and leaders to ensure the program's

execution. Following the development of a formal program to address the issues, the program should be

implemented. I have learned that various lectures may be held to increase the community's understanding

of effective trash management. At this phase, individuals in the community begin to embrace the

program's improvements by carrying out the agreed-upon activities. The residents' collective efforts must

be present for the program to be effective.

In the sustenance and strengthening phase, different committees have been established. They are

already anticipated to perform concerning how the community has planned, executed, and assessed with
general supervision from the community-wide organization. The organization's leaders, project leaders,

barangay officials, and student nurses gather once more to review the initiative's execution. They will

determine which portions have been completed effectively, which want improvement, and which must be

re-implemented. Further education and training were provided regularly to help constituents improve their

knowledge, skills, and attitudes. It will remind people of the community of the program's aims, which are

to assist them and their surroundings be conducive to a disease-free life. Their professor assessed and

asked for updates regarding their community service program using the COPAR phases. Improvements in

the barangay were visible because of the dedication and cooperation of the residents.

Lastly, in phase out, the objectives of their community services were aimed, leaving the

community stand-alone. The completion activity was held, indicating that the community is prepared to

maintain itself with the assistance of the initiative. It also implies that the program improves the quality of

life in the community and that the community can commit to becoming better members of society. During

phase out, the students depart the immersion site with a cheerful heart, knowing that they have improved

the people's living conditions. Documenting every aspect that transpired throughout the program is

critical so that future scholars may also use the COPAR program to aid other communities. I've learned

that this phase contains a written report of services provided, observations, circumstances, requirements,

difficulties, and attitudes of the client in all community activities and achievements. Documentation also

acts as a foundation for future planning, allowing future researchers to adjust the existing program to meet

the demands of their communities.

I have learned that Community Organizing Participatory Action Research, or COPAR, is an

essential component of public health nursing. COPAR's mission is to change the poor from an indifferent,

individualistic, and voiceless group into a vibrant, participative, and politically responsive community. It

is an essential instrument for community development and people empowerment since it allows

community workers to engage the community in development operations. It equips individuals/clients to

potentially run development initiatives in the future. Finally, it optimizes community engagement and

involvement by mobilizing community resources for community services.