“We at the OVCRE believe that more than achieving the target proposals and implementations for this year, it is important to refresh our researchers and support personnel, and admin staff of the good foundation of every research study and extension program—and that is a good relationship in a favorable working environment,” said VCRE Yap during her opening remarks in the orientation for research personnel on work and professional ethics and conflict management in research.
Day 2 of the program happened on October 1, 2024 at the CFOS AV Hall and was attended by the same participants involved in research and extension projects of the University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV).
Invited speakers who discussed work and professional ethics and conflict management topics were Assoc. Prof. Bernice Vania Landoy-Mamauag, faculty member of the Division of Social Sciences and Ms. Gerthrode Charlotte Tan-Mabilog, faculty member of the Division of Prof. Education, respectively.
On the topic Work and Professional Ethics, Prof. Mamauag, with her expertise in developmental psychology, shared a comprehensive presentation on the psychological and behavioral aspects of work ethics, backed up by research. The presentation elaborated on the understanding of an individual's work behaviors and how these behaviors affect the ethical approaches in the work environment.
The second round was on conflict management discussed by Ms. Mabilog. With her extensive experience in the media industry, she emphasized that the root of most conflicts in an organization with diverse personalities is poor communication. Therefore, to effectively manage the conflicts within, individuals involved should learn the art of good communication. While conflicts are necessary in the workplace, proper management of it will address the flaws and hidden issues and resolve concerns that lead to a more productive working environment and holistic relationship with colleagues.
The series of lectures invited the participants to raise their concerns and inhibitions toward their actions in their respective workplaces and these were processed and addressed by the speakers.
The OVCRE continues to align the activities to the objectives of enhancing the capacity of UPV constituents in research and extension services and to promote not only scientifically sound research programs, but also ethically responsible ones, while maintaining a harmonious working environment for all involved.
