On the ground insights from disability professionals supporting people with intellectual disability who have experienced sexual violence

2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (5/6) ◽  
pp. 207-220
Author(s):  
Ellen Frances Fraser-Barbour
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Sexual Violence ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Access To Information ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Policy Context ◽  
Service Sectors

Purpose The purpose of this paper is report on a study exploring the views of service providers, both within disability service sectors and in mainstream violence response sectors, about ways of effectively supporting people with intellectual disability who may be experiencing abuse and violence. Design/methodology/approach Semi-structured interviews were conducted with seven participants and analysed both thematically and in more depth from a socio-ecological perspective. Findings Participants highlighted five key factors facilitating or hindering professionals working with individuals with intellectual disability who may be experiencing abuse and violence: connecting clients with services and establishing a rapport; access to information about histories of trauma; policy context; inaccessibility and unavailability of mainstream violence response services; client understanding of what happens “next” after identification of harm. Originality/value Overall the study indicates a strong need for the development of resources, information and tools designed to educate and enhance the understanding of professionals supporting people with ID and to better facilitate learning and understanding for people with ID regarding what happens “after” disclosure of sexual violence or other experiences of harm.

Barriers and facilitators in supporting people with intellectual disability to report sexual violence: perspectives of Australian disability and mainstream support providers

2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ellen Frances Fraser-Barbour ◽  
Ruth Crocker ◽  
Ruth Walker
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Sexual Violence ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Barriers And Facilitators ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Support Providers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
People With Disability ◽  
Interagency Relationships ◽  
Education And Development

Purpose Evidence from Australia and worldwide has highlighted the ongoing marginalisation, discrimination, abuse, violence and neglect of people with disability. One of the main areas of concern is that despite such evidence there remain fundamental barriers for people with disability to report violence and/or access supports. Significantly few studies have canvased the perspectives of people with intellectual disability (ID), family members or disability service providers. Accordingly as a first step, the purpose of this paper is to explore the perceptions of disability and violence-response professionals’ regarding the barriers and facilitators of effective support for people with ID reporting sexual violence and accessing mainstream supports. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative research design informed the basis of this study. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with seven participants who held roles within disability services and mainstream violence response. Interviews were recorded and transcribed. These transcripts were then analysed individually using a combination of thematic analysis and discourse analysis to bring to light the social and material structures within service systems in terms of how they disempower or empower supports for people with ID. Findings Participants from both services reported that professionals (particularly those outside the disability sector) lacked awareness of practical ways in which they could support people with ID to report and access services outside of disability-specific services. Participants also felt the capacity for people with ID to have a voice about what happens in the “aftermath” of reporting sexual violence was rarely acknowledged. Participants called for education and development of resources which could guide professional practice across disability and wider violence-response services. Participants saw investment in building interagency relationships across sectors as key to supporting the citizenship of people with ID. Originality/value This study suggests that there is a strong need for better community engagement and understanding of the multi-faceted issues surrounding responses to violence concerning people with ID. The findings of this study also outline implications for practice and policy which may be of interest to professionals both within disability and wider violence-response sectors in Australia and internationally.

scholarly journals A qualitative inquiry into cashwaqfmodel as a source of financing for micro enterprises

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohamed Asmy Bin Mohd Thas Thaker
Keyword(s):  
Financial Services ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Qualitative Inquiry ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Enterprise Investment ◽  
Micro Enterprises

PurposeThis paper aims to explore the opinions and recommendations of various experts on the integrated cashwaqfmicro enterprise investment (ICWME-I) model, particularly in terms of its suitability, applicability and prospects in the market.Design/methodology/approachThe research involves primary data which are collected from semi-structured interviews conducted with experts from various backgrounds. Thematic analysis was used to examine the data.FindingsThe experts support the suitability of the ICWME-I model in providing financial services to micro enterprises. They highlight the importance of establishing, managing and operating ICWME-I model under the aegis of the State Islamic Religious Council in Malaysia or the corporate sector. They further emphasize that the characteristics of micro enterprises, the element of sustainable funding, the importance of proper management and administration, legal matters and public awareness are key factors that influence the sustainability of the ICWME-I model.Originality/valueThis paper adds to the literature onwaqfand micro enterprises especially from the Malaysian context. The paper validates the ICWME-I model in terms of its suitability, applicability and prospects in the market by interviewing experts from various backgrounds.

scholarly journals The legitimacy of offender management programmes in a post-TR landscape

2018 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 69-80 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Rowe ◽  
Adele Irving ◽  
Sarah Soppitt
Keyword(s):  
Service Provision ◽  
Service User ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Service Users ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
User Perceptions ◽  
Key Dimensions

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the under-considered perspectives of service users engaged in various community sentences based on a “strengths-based” approach to desistance. Further to recent changes in the sector, the paper considers service user views for programmes delivered by combinations of agencies from private, public and third sectors. Design/methodology/approach The paper is based on analysis of 64 semi-structured interviews with users of four programmes, accompanied with informal fieldwork observations by the researchers as they carried out the research at the premises of service providers. Findings The research finds that service user perceptions of the legitimacy of programmes are closely related to their understanding of three key dimensions: first, the “authenticity” of those delivering the service; second, the instrumental (in broad terms) gains they expect from engagement; and third, their understanding of the identity and ethos of the programme. Originality/value The paper adds important understanding based on service user perceptions in a period when service provision is being diversified. Further directions for other research are identified and it is recognised that a limitation of the current study is that it incorporates a sample drawn from one area.

Factors influencing online learning in an organisational context

2016 ◽  
Vol 35 (10) ◽  
pp. 1313-1322 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristina Montgomerie ◽  
Margot Edwards ◽  
Kaye Thorn
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Time Allocation ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Small Sample ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Organisational Context

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to understand the factors perceived to influence successful online learning in organisations. Design/methodology/approach Utilising an exploratory, qualitative approach, 20 participants were involved in semi-structured interviews before, during and after their involvement in an online development programme. Findings Key factors perceived to influence participants’ learning, in order of their perceived influence, are online considerations (such as time allocation and discipline), peer support and technical delivery. Organisational culture was also found to have some influence, however further research is required to establish the extent this influence. The compounding or mitigating effect of the interplays of these factors was highlighted. Research limitations/implications Although the study is limited by its small sample, it provides a basis for the further exploration of online learning in an organisational context and draws attention to the effect of the interplay of factors affecting learning. Research into the longitudinal influence of online learning in organisations, and particularly research which enables breakdown by learning style may assist in the development of programmes suitable for most participants. Originality/value Online learning is becoming a common tool for employee development in the workplace and yet little is known about the factors that influence learning in this environment. This paper offers new insights into that gap through a progressive evaluation of factors facilitating or inhibiting online learning.

People with an intellectual disability: under-reporting sexual violence

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 75-86
Author(s):  
Sara Willott ◽  
Wendy Badger ◽  
Vicky Evans
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Sexual Violence ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Ecological Model ◽  
Community Learning ◽  
Comprehensive Strategy ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Case Vignettes ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Audit Information

Purpose People with an intellectual disability are much more likely to be sexually violated and the violation is less likely to be reported. Despite this being high-lighted at least 3 decades ago and improvements in both safeguarding and national reporting processes, under-reporting remains a problem. This paper explored under-reporting alongside prevention possibilities using safeguarding alerts raised in a Community Learning Disability Team within a UK NHS trust. Design/methodology/approach Using a combination of authentic but anonymised case vignettes and descriptive data drawn from the safeguarding team, under-reporting was examined through the lens of an ecological model. Safeguarding alerts raised in a particular year were compared with the number expected if all (estimated) cases of abuse were disclosed and reported. Findings Only 4.4 per cent of expected abuse cases were reported to the team, which is lower than the reporting level the authors had expected from the literature. There is evidence in the literature of the under-reporting of sexual assault for all kinds of people. Arguably, the implications of under-reporting for PwID are even more traumatic. Research limitations/implications Constraints included the lack of standardisation in data collection within the statutory services that report to the Birmingham Safeguarding Adults Board. One key recommendation is that the national provider of data for the NHS in the UK requires more complex and standardised audit information that would allow each local authority to benchmark their practice against a higher protection standard. Another recommendation is that compliance to quality standards sits within a comprehensive strategy. Originality/value This paper explored the extent to which the previously documented under-reporting concern remains an issue. Certainly eye-balling safeguarding compliance data in the NHS organisation we worked in led us to a concern that reporting might be even lower than implied in the literature. This together with a renewed spot-light on sexual violence (e.g, NHS England, 2018) led us to decide that it was timely to re-examine the problem.

scholarly journals A mapping for managers: open innovation for R&D intensive SMEs in the life sciences sector

2017 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 210-229 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefanos Marangos ◽  
Lorraine Warren
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Open Innovation ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Life Sciences ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Small Medium Enterprises ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine what strategies the CEOs of research and development (R&D) intensive small/medium enterprises (SMEs) in the life sciences sector carry out in regard to open innovation (OI), as R&D costs continue to rise, placing pressure on innovation managers. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative study was carried out, consisting of 30 semi-structured interviews with CEOs of small R&D intensive SMEs in the life sciences sector. The authors analysed the key factors identified by the CEOs in relation to their OI strategies. Findings SMEs adopt a range of OI strategies and collaborations, subject to certain conditions. A multilevel mapping developed from the analysis connects actors to the wider domain, setting the outcomes of the research in context. Research limitations/implications This qualitative study provides detailed understandings that could provide the basis for a wider quantitative study that would provide greater coverage of the sector, thus reinforcing the outcomes. Practical implications The study will be relevant to practising CEOs who are considering the range of options offered by OI. Originality/value While large firms are adopting OI strategies, less is known about the OI strategies developed in SMEs. The study addresses that gap. The life sciences context is also novel.

A qualitative investigation into crowdfunding framework as a source of financing for waqf land development

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Meri Indri Hapsari ◽  
Mohamed Asmy Bin Mohd Thas Thaker ◽  
Mustafa Omar Mohammed ◽  
Jarita Duasa
Keyword(s):  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Land Development ◽  
The State ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Qualitative Investigation ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type

Purpose This paper aims to inquire about the opinions and recommendations of various experts on the crowdfunding waqf model (CWM), particularly in terms of its suitability, applicability and prospect in the market. Design/methodology/approach This paper used primary data which are collected from semi-structured interviews conducted with several experts from various backgrounds. For examining the data, this paper has used thematic analysis. Findings The experts support the suitability of CWM in providing financing resource to develop waqf lands. They highlight the importance of establishing, managing and operating CWM under the aegis of the State Islamic Religious Council in Malaysia and supervising by the Wakaf, Zakat or Hajj Department (JAWHAR). They further point out that the donors or crowdfunders, interesting project, promotion and regulation are key factors that influence the sustainability of CWM. Originality/value This paper adds to the literature on waqf land and crowdfunding, especially from the Malaysian context. This paper validates the CWM in terms of its suitability, applicability and prospect in the market by interviewing experts from various backgrounds.

Perspectives of directors of civilian oversight of law enforcement agencies

2018 ◽  
Vol 41 (4) ◽  
pp. 435-447 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard A. Rosenthal
Keyword(s):  
Law Enforcement ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Access To Information ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Government Officials ◽  
Law Enforcement Agencies ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Past Experiences

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to involve interviews with civilian oversight of law enforcement (COLE) directors from throughout the USA with the purpose of obtaining their perspectives on what it takes to create and sustain successful COLE programs. Design/methodology/approach The project involved 24 semi-structured interviews with experienced COLE directors. The interviews were transcribed and coded and this paper presents these perspectives according to patterns identified during analysis. Findings The research identified themes and patterns in the attitudes of the oversight directors which included numerous conditions necessary for success of an oversight agency. Amongst the most important conditions included agency independence, director job security, the need for professional qualified staff, unfettered access to information, the ability to publicly report on the agency’s work and a willingness on the part of government officials to tolerate criticism of the police. Originality/value This is the first study to identify the challenges and impediments to sustainable COLE mechanisms from the point-of-view of experienced agency directors. The findings can be used by future practitioners to learn from past experiences.

Qualitative exploration of psychotropic medication to manage challenging behaviour in adults with intellectual disability: views of family members

2017 ◽  
Vol 11 (5/6) ◽  
pp. 207-218 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nicole Edwards ◽  
Julie King ◽  
Hanna Watling ◽  
Sara Amy Hair
Keyword(s):  
Psychotropic Medication ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Family Members ◽  
Challenging Behaviour ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Small Cohort ◽  
Qualitative Exploration

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to produce the views of parents and siblings of adults with intellectual or developmental disability (ID/DD) around the use of psychotropic medication to manage challenging behaviour (CB) where there is no co-existing mental illness. Design/methodology/approach Seven family members of six adults with ID/DD were interviewed using semi-structured interviews, over the telephone or face-to-face. The interviews were transcribed, coded and thematically analysed. Findings This paper identified that if used appropriately, psychotropic medication to manage CB may be of benefit to some people with ID/DD; but there is a need to ensure the medication is prescribed for the benefits of people with ID/DD rather than those around them. Drawing on the knowledge of family may allow for the use of alternative strategies and the reduction of medication to manage CB. There is the need for improved communication with family members, inclusive decision making, and access to information regarding the philosophy and legislation regarding medication used to manage CB in adults with ID/DD. Originality/value This paper presents views of a small cohort of family members of people with ID/DD in Queensland, Australia. Findings can be used to improve approaches taken by service providers in their interactions with people with ID/DD prescribed psychotropic medication to manage CB, and their family members.

scholarly journals Viewpoint: CPS guidance on prosecuting rape and sexual assault cases

2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 32-35
Author(s):  
Marian Foley ◽  
Ian Cummins
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Sexual Assault ◽  
Sexual Violence ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Policy Context ◽  
First Response

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to highlight concerns about recent CPS guidance on the prosecution of rape and sexual assault cases.Design/methodology/approachThe paper places the CPS guidance in the wider policy context of concerns about sexual violence on mental health wards.FindingsThe paper concludes that the reported CPS guidance appears to run counter to other policy directives particularly the recent report from the CQC.Originality/valueThe paper is a first response to these issues.

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