Understanding the Concepts and Principles of

Community Immersion
 Photo: Province of Pangasinan

WHAT IS A
COMMUNITY?
– Is the web of relationships and interactions among human existence.
Understanding of how these societies works or ought to work has been
sought in Doctrine. Economic sciences, psychological science, and faith.
 Geographica Functional
l Community Community
- is defined
a s th e - a community bound
population livin
g in the with common agendas
same geograph
ic location and interests regardless
s u ch a s a s tat
e, region, of geographic location.
province, city, v
illage.
Demographics THE COMMUNITY
AND ITS
History
ELEMENTS
Culture
Economy
Structure
 Demographics
– Includes the population, distribution
and denseness.
 History
– Which will enable an individual to
cognize about events from the
yesteryear that will lend to the
development of the community.
 Culture
– Is the most of import component of a
community as it tells about the
people’s manner of life and why they
live that manner.
 Economy
– This includes the income degree and
business of people.
 Structure
– Which refers to the physical, political
and societal constructions.
COMMUNITY
IMMERSION
– Is an essential strategy in community organizing work that entails better understanding
of the different community concerns, process, dynamic and lifestyle through exposure
and engaging in different activities.

– Community Immersion gives them the opportunity to reflect on their assumptions,

attitudes and to gain knowledge in cultural diversity.
 IMMERSION
ACTIVITIES
Home visits.
Living with selected
families.
Informal discussions with
individuals or groups.
Sharing in household and
community activities.
Attendance in social gatherings.
Assistance in production work.
IMPACTS OF IMMERSION
AS A STUDENT
Enhance cognitive skills.
Demonstrating increase attention
control.
Better memory.
Superior problem-solving skills
as well as an enhanced
understanding of their primary
language.
NATIONAL DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
MANAGEMENT PLAN
DISAS
TER
– According to RA 10121, a "Disaster" is a
serious disruption of the functioning of a
community or a society involving widespread
human, material, economic or environmental losses
and impacts, which exceeds the ability of the
affected community or society to cope using its own
resources.

– Disasters result from the combination of:

the exposure to a hazard; the conditions of
vulnerability that are present; and insufficient
capacity or measures to reduce or cope with the
potential negative consequences
 NDRR
MP
– (NDRRMP) fulfills the requirement of RA No.
10121 of 2010, which provides the legal basis
for policies, plans and programs to deal with
disasters.

– It covers four thematic areas,

(1) Disaster Prevention and Mitigation;
(2) Disaster Preparedness;
(3) Disaster Response; and
(4) Disaster Rehabilitation and Recovery,
which correspond to the structure of the National
Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
Council (NDRRMC)
 NDRR
MP
– The Framework envisions a country of “safer,
adaptive and disaster resilient Filipino
communities toward sustainable
development.”

– It conveys a paradigm shift from reactive to

proactive DRRM wherein men and women
have increased their awareness and
understanding of DRRM, with the end in
view of increasing people’s resilience and
decreasing their vulnerabilities. c
 The NDRRMP sets down
the expected outcomes, outputs,
key activities, indicators, lead
agencies, implementing
partners and timelines under
each of the four distinct yet
mutually reinforcing thematic
areas.

The goals of each thematic

area lead to the attainment of
the country’s overall DRRM
vision, as graphically shown.

NDRRM PLAN FOR 2011-

2028.
 Photo: Province of Pangasinan

CLIENTELE OF
IMMERSION
 Photo: Province of Pangasinan

CLIENTELE OF
IMMERSION
– Community Immersion compose of individuals with varying social statuses but
similar in goals and interests. They could be parents, students, immersion
partners and collaborators who unite to serve those who are in need of
humanitarian aid and other essential needs in the local populace.
 CONDITIONS OF
IMMERSION
– The individual should be familiar and aware
of the concepts revolving around groups and
communities.

– Community-oriented individual, willing to

be trained as community organizer, is more
suitable in activities such as community
immersion.

– For the student category, a minimum of 54

to maximum of 90 hours of community
immersion is required for students enrolled
in their NSTP - CWTS/LTS-2 course.

Photo: Province of Pangasinan

 PERSONAL GAINS IN
COMMUNITY IMMERSION
Community immersion offers individuals the chance to
deepen their understanding of diverse cultures, enhance
their empathy, and develop valuable skills. Through
engagement with various communities, individuals can
expand their social networks, foster personal growth, and
make meaningful contributions to society.

Ultimately, community immersion provides a transformative

journey for individuals seeking to broaden their horizons
and create positive impact in the world.
 WHAT PERSONAL GAINS MAY A
STUDENT GET FROM COMMUNITY
IMMERSION?
• Community Immersion improves the students
understanding of himself in relation to others.
• Opportunity for the student to comprehend people’s
lives.
• Gain social acceptance derived from the community.
• Enhance experiences in conducting asset mapping.
• Establish rapport and relationship with different people.
• Develop their conscientization ability.
• Acquire first-hand experience in dealing with
community works.
• Chance to life learn skills.
 COMMUNITY IMMERSION
DO’S AND DON’TS

Before and
During the
conduct of After
community actual u n ity
com m
immersion. immersion e rs io n
period. imm
 BEFORE
IMMERSION
1. Familiarized with the basic information and
theories regarding community life.
2. Secure a waiver from the NSTP Office prior
to visit and have it signed by your parents.
3. Always inform your faculty-in-charge of your
destination, timetable, and plan of action.
4. Be armed with background information about
the area for immersion.
5. Pay courtesy call to community leaders
whether formal or informal.
6. Secure documents like a letter of acceptance
from the community.
7. Bring your own personal provisions like
water, snacks and extra shirt.

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 DURING ACTUAL
IMMERSION
1. Be courteous to everyone whether a vendor
or community official.
2. Act properly and discreetly. YOU ARE
PRESENTING YOUR SCHOOL AND
YOUR FELLOW STUDENTS. Be
RESPONSIBLE WITH THE WORDS YOU
SAY.
3. Wear the proper uniform and identification
card.
4. It is highly advised to keep your valuables
secure.
5. Always document your visit.
6. Always ask for permission from concerned
people when you have to take pictures.

Photo: Province of Pangasinan

 AFTER IMMERSION
1. Validate and evaluate if the programs
and activities were conducted
appropriately as planned.

2. Provide copies of your final

documentation output to the NSTP
Office and to the community where you
conducted your immersion for records
purposes.

Photo: Province of Pangasinan