This study aims to assess the result of the use of Ilokano language as a  medium for settling disputes among the indigenous peoples in Region I such as the Ibaloi, Kankanaey, Isneg, Itneg, Tingguian, Bago, Iwak and Kalanguya. Likewise, it aims to evaluate the contribution of this language to the peace and order process in this region. In coming up with the assessment and evaluation, these questions were used to gather the data needed: (1) What percentage of indigenous peoples in Region I are in favor of the use of the Ilokano language as a medium in settling disputes?  (2) What are the factors that contribute to the effectiveness in settling disputes because of the use of Ilokano?  (3) What are the possible problems encountered in using Ilokano to settle disputes? and (4) What are the remedial measures proposed in settling disputes, using the Ilokano language as an effective medium?

          The subjects of this study are the indigenous peoples in Region I. To gather the information needed, the researchers took part in community meetings involving issues related to the settling of disputes; the provinces included are  Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, and Pangasinan.

          The respondents are composed of 400 Tribal Council officers and members and 100 employees of the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples who had witnessed several settlements of dispute by the indigenous peoples in Region I through their customary laws.

          There are three main reasons why this subject was chosen. First, there is a definite need for effective ways to understand the Ilokano concepts used among the indigenous peoples in Region I especially when such concepts have high social registers, and these registers relate, refer, and allude to issues about conflicts and their resolutions. Secondly, this study would be useful as a guide to gain insight on the use of Ilokano by the indigenous peoples, with Ilokano being used as a medium for implementing, practicing, and protecting the cultural and traditional ways that may be explored and utilized for the peaceful settling of disputes.