FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT 3: ADVOCACY/PROJECT PROPOSAL

GROUP MEMBERS:

GLEMAO, Edrian MENDOZA, Azyle Chloe

KAPUNAN, Nicole Anne M. NAZAL, Raphael Miguel
MAGBITANG, Karylle Louise YASSER, Jibreel Carl M.
MANALO, Glorianna Sophia C.

SECTION AND SUBSECTION: GROUP NUMBER:

10 - 4 4

PROJECT NAME AyawBaha:

PARTNER GOVERNMENT AGENCIES/NGOs There are 3 potential organizations we wish to partner

with, namely:

LGUs (Local Government Units)

-​ As the project is community-based, there is a
need to work with the local government to
facilitate and coordinate with the locals
around the area. This includes the barangay
council(s) and the engineering office of the
cities, wherein they
DPWH
-​ As DPWH handles the infrastructure all
around the Philippines, their role in this
project is of the utmost importance.
MMDA
-​ Since the project revolves around the Metro
Manila Area, it is within the jurisdiction of
the organization MMDA, wherein they can
assist in

START DATE The target start date for this project is July 7, 2025.

TARGET COMPLETION DATE The target completion date for this project is January
7, 2026.

ADVOCACY For many, a flood is something that is brushed off as

a mere weather concern. However, this is not the
case, as it is an infrastructure and planning issue that
requires immediate and full attention. The project,
AyawBaha, encourages the participation and unity of
individuals and communities to mitigate floods and
their ramifications through the use and application of
science, technology, and policy to acknowledge the
deficiencies in our drainage systems here in Metro
 Manila, raise public understanding, and advocate for
long-lasting improvements to our surroundings. Our
aim and focus is to empower communities in
managing the functionality. cleanliness and resiliency
of our drainage systems.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
AyawBaha is a 6-month community based initiative that uses multifaceted technology as a leverage to
enhance disaster response in flood-prone urban areas of Metro Manila. This includes real-time data collection,
geospatial mapping, drainage cleanups and water level sensors that mitigate risks caused by the increasing
frequency and severity of flood driven by climate change or unprecedented urban problems. It is centralized
to a proactive response to flood threats as it integrates an advanced monitoring system that enables the
authorities to alert the locals. Additionally, the drainage cleanup initiative complements the early warning
system with its help in surveying debris accumulation and blockage hotspots. This allows the identification
of each area’s vulnerabilities that entails high-risk prioritization. With the project’s innovative digital
infrastructure, AyawBaha represents a resilient model that revolves around enhanced disaster preparedness
and safety of flood vulnerable Metro Manila residents.

PROJECT OBJECTIVES
●​ To identify and map at least 5 selected areas in Metro Manila that experience major drainage problems
using GIS mapping and surveying of the local areas by August 2025.
●​ To build collaborative partnerships with at least 2 government agencies (such as LGUs, DPWH, or
MMDA) by September 2025 to seek support for implementing flood mitigation and drainage system
improvements.
●​ To implement a community-led drainage clean-up and monitoring by October 2025, with at least 20
trained community members active in participating, especially in regular maintenance activities.
●​ To enhance public knowledge on flood preparedness and risk reduction by organizing 3 informative
seminars per barangay from November to December 2025, aiming for at least 100 participants
overall.
●​ To integrate accessible and low-cost science and technology solutions, such as GIS mapping and water
level sensors, in the selected 5 areas in Metro Manila by December 2026 to test the usage of digital
tools.
●​ To evaluate the project's impact through community feedback surveys and drainage system assessment
by January 2026 to identify areas that require improvements and further actions.

PROJECT COSTS

Items Item Description Quality Unit Cost (PHP) Subtotal (PHP)

Printed area maps, 5 barangays ₱600 per brgy ₱3000

markers, measuring
tape and clipboards
Mapping and
Surveying tools Smartphone data for 5 sets ₱200 per set ₱1000
GPS apps, or
OpenStreetMap use

Subtotal ₱4000
 Water Level Arduino kits 5 units ₱1000 each ₱5000
Sensors
Plastic casings 5 units ₱100 each ₱500

Power banks/ 5 units ₱300 each ₱1500

battery packs

Subtotal ₱7000

Miscellaneous & Transportation Lump sum - ₱3000

Coordination
Surveying materials 1 set - ₱2000

Food/snacks for 60 packs ₱80 per pack ₱4,800

volunteers

Subtotal ₱9,800

Educational Flyers/awareness 500 pc ₱8 per flyer ₱4000

Materials printouts

Tarpaulin signage 3 tarps ₱400 each ₱1200

Subtotal ₱5,200

Clean-up Gloves 30 pairs ₱50 per pair ₱1500

Materials
Trash bags 5 rolls ₱300 per roll ₱1500

Subtotal ₱3,000

PROJECT BENEFITS
Severe flooding has continued to be the main problem of numerous cities in the Philippines. Some cities
suffer from it even with just minimal rainwater which illustrates the ineffective drainage system in the country
and the lack of preparedness for floods. Proposing an improved drainage system, along with conducting
informative seminars and providing accessible maps with flood sensors, will benefit high-risk communities in
the following ways:
●​ With an improved drainage system (through clean-ups and monitoring) the community will:
○​ experience effective watercourses that will inevitably help remove or direct excess water that
might accumulate in the community. This is helpful as it does not only manages stormwater or
‘tubig-ulan’ but also offer other benefits such as:
■​ It maintains the integrity of the soil beneath the surface which will contribute to lesser
possibilities of landslides, soil erosion, and this even protects the foundations of
buildings and infrastructures in the city.
■​ It also decreases the possibility of waterlogging. Waterlogging is where the soil is
overly saturated with water that air is unable to enter. This is undesirable as it prevents
plants from prospering, makes soil soft that might encourage the growth of bacterias,
and damages the foundation of infrastructures.
○​ experience an improved water quality as the regular clean-ups and maintenance will help in
filtering pollutants from the water accumulated from the city before it flows back to the local
bodies of water. This is not only beneficial to humans but also to marine life.
○​ experience a reduction in cost as lesser chances of flood in a community will lead to lesser cost
 for repair costs and calamities emergency expenses. This is helpful to the whole community as
the fund that was initially designed for flood-related problems will now be utilized to the other
needs of the community such as for healthcare, education, etc.
○​ gain increased property value due to reduced flood risk, enhanced community aesthetics, and
the resulting attraction of more business ventures in the area.
●​ Advance use of GIS mapping will be able to help in flood management by:
○​ determining which places should be prioritized based on their flood risks, building
vulnerabilities, and community safety and resilience. It incorporates information from multiple
sources, such as, geography, land use, and historical flood data.
○​ enhanced decision-making, immediately alerting the local governments in order to take
appropriate actions and interventions in high risk areas.
■​ Aligned with improved disaster preparedness, systemic updates to evacuation routes
will be made possible by the incorporation of real-time data from sensors or satellite
images when roads become impassable.
■​ Allocation of resources will be more effective for flood mitigation projects. In a long
term run in urban planning, it assists in incorporating flood risk considerations into
land use policies and infrastructure development.
○​ educating communities about flood risks, promoting awareness and preparedness among
residents. Engagement of local stakeholders in the mapping process can enhance community
support for flood management initiatives. Community participation improves when residents
visualize how illegal waste dumping in waterways contributes to clogged drains on the streets.
○​ developing policies and regulations, from analyzing spatial data, policymakers can create
evidence-based strategies that address the root causes of flooding. This promotes collaboration
among various government agencies, non-government organizations, and community
organizations as well as a more effective unified approach in flood risk reduction and response.