The majority of intended beneficiaries in Bangsamoro of a national action plan against violent extremism are unaware of the program, according to a study by the Institute for Autonomy and Governance . IAG, a think tank focusing on governance and security in southern Philippines, said that its research into the implementation of the National Action Plan on Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism in the Bangsamoro Region showed only 40% of the intended beneficiaries are aware of the program.
”However, the structures and mechanisms of NAP P/CVE and BTF-ELAC are “still evolving” including the monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning, “which raises the questions of waste, duplication, and lack of coordination among the programs and projects.”“Key informants, FGD discussants, and beneficiaries surveyed also flag funding and budgeting issues as key challenges,” the study added.