How to cite: Montes, R.N., Cortel, E., Alampay E.A., Asuncion, X.V.A., Castillo, M., Chan, M.C., Cureg, E.F., Delos Santos, M.B., Patdu, P.I.C., Quebral, D.J.A., Suarez, G.M., Santos, L.V. (2020). Understanding Barangays in the Philippines: Mandates, Services, Issues and Areas for Reform. In Local Matters: Experiences in Autonomy, Decentralization and Beyond – A Book of Readings (Vol. 5, pp. 167-203). essay, Center for Local and Regional Governance, National College of Public Administration and Governance, University of the Philippines. Download here.