scholarly journals The relation of education to social cohesion

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vasiliki Kantzara
Keyword(s):  
Social Cohesion ◽  
Social Participation ◽  
Knowledge And Skills

<p>This article examines the ways education is<br />related to social cohesion, mainly in sociology<br />of education approaches. The notion of<br />cohesion is used widely, especially as a noble<br />aim worth striving at, in order to sustain the<br />ties that keep society together. Education is<br />viewed as an important institution that contributes<br />to cohesion by socialising the new<br />members of society, providing them with<br />knowledge and skills in order to facilitate<br />their social participation. Sustaining however<br />current societal organisation implies that social<br />inequality is also reproduced. Thus, we<br />argue that, the question of cohesion is inter<br />alia a political one.</p>

Assessment of the “Faiths and Social cohe-sion” Project: What one can learn in the fight against discrimination

2005 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 366-382
Author(s):  
Dina Sensi
Keyword(s):  
Social Cohesion ◽  
Social Participation ◽  
Religious Difference ◽  
Muslim Communities ◽  
The Impact

The European action named “Faiths and Social cohesion”. Building up Social Participation in Religious Difference: Local Muslim Communities inEurope» was assessed during the last six months of the project. The objective was to assess the impact of the actions taken. 

scholarly journals Social Capital and HIV Testing Uptake among Indirect Female Sex Workers in Bali, Indonesia

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 73
Author(s):  
I Gusti Ngurah Edi Putra ◽  
Pande Putu Januraga
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Peer Support ◽  
Social Cohesion ◽  
Social Participation ◽  
Sex Workers ◽  
Female Sex Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Female Sex ◽  
Testing Uptake

Indirect female sex workers (FSWs), a type of FSW working under the cover of entertainment enterprises (e.g., karaoke lounge, bar, etc.), remain as an important key population for HIV transmission, signaling the need of appropriate interventions targeting HIV-related behaviors. This study aimed to investigate the association between social capital and HIV testing uptake. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 200 indirect FSWs in Denpasar, Bali. The dependent variable was HIV testing uptake in the last six months preceding the survey. The main independent variables were social capital constructs: social cohesion (perceived peer support and trust) and social participation. Variables of socio-demographic characteristics were controlled in this study to adjust the influence of social capital. Binary logistic regression was performed. The prevalence of HIV testing in the last six months was 72.50%. The multivariate analysis showed that only peer support from the social capital constructs was associated with HIV testing uptake. Indirect FSWs who perceived a high level of support within FSWs networks were 2.98-times (95% CI = 1.43–6.24) more likely to report for HIV testing. Meanwhile, perceived trust and social participation did not show significant associations in relation to HIV testing uptake. As social cohesion (support) within FSWs’ relationships can play an important role in HIV testing uptake, existing HIV prevention programs should consider support enhancement to develop a sense of belonging and solidarity.

scholarly journals Social cohesion, social trust, social participation and sexual behaviors of adolescents in rural Tanzania

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Albino Kalolo ◽  
Jacob Mazalale ◽  
Anja Krumeich ◽  
Michelene Chenault
Keyword(s):  
Social Cohesion ◽  
Social Participation ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Social Trust ◽  
Rural Tanzania

“Faiths and Social cohesion” Establishing social participation with religious differences: local Muslim communities in Europe

2005 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 182-188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Altay Manco ◽  
Spyros Amoranitis
Keyword(s):  
Civil Society ◽  
Social Cohesion ◽  
Social Participation ◽  
Research Training ◽  
Social Rights ◽  
Good Practices ◽  
Directorate General ◽  
Muslim Communities ◽  
Social Affairs ◽  
Religious Differences

The action entitled “Faiths and Social Cohesion” the resultsof which are presented in this volume is supported by theEuropean Commission Directorate- General for Employmentand Social Affairs within the framework of the EuropeanProgramme against discrimination and in favour offundamental social rights and the civil society (Art 13 of thetreaty of the Union). This is an action for identification, validation and transnational exchanges “good practices” and information against discrimination coordinated by the Institutefor Research, Training and Action on Migrations (IRFAM).This action is carried out at the transnational level with sixsets of partners hailing from various countries.

Neighborhood Disorder, Perceived Social Cohesion, and Social Participation Among Older Americans: Findings From the National Health & Aging Trends Study

2016 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-26 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kenzie Latham ◽  
Philippa J. Clarke
Keyword(s):  
National Health ◽  
Social Cohesion ◽  
Social Participation ◽  
Odds Ratio ◽  
Regression Models ◽  
Neighborhood Disorder ◽  
Older Americans ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Health Aging ◽  
The Relationship

Objective: This research explores whether physical neighborhood disorder or perceived social cohesion is associated with participation in social activities among older Americans (age 65+). Method: Using the first wave of the National Health & Aging Trends Study (NHATS; N = 6,383), a series of logistic regression models were created to assess the odds of participation. Results: Low social cohesion was associated with decreased odds of visiting friends and family (odds ratio [OR] = 0.65; 95% confidence interval [CI] = [0.52, 0.82]) and participating in organizations (OR = 0.68; 95% CI = [0.53, 0.88]). Presence of neighborhood disorder was associated with decreased odds of visiting friends and family (OR = 0.62; 95% CI = [0.47, 0.82]), participating in organizations (OR = 0.66; 95% CI = [0.48, 0.89]), and going out for enjoyment (OR = 0.68; 95% CI = [0.53, 0.86]). Physical capacity and activity value moderated the relationship between neighborhood disorder/cohesion and attending religious services. Discussion: Improving neighborhood disorder and social cohesion may increase social participation among older adults.

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