scholarly journals The social dynamics around shared sanitation in an informal settlement of Lusaka, Zambia

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 102-110 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jenala Chipungu ◽  
James B. Tidwell ◽  
Roma Chilengi ◽  
Valerie Curtis ◽  
Robert Aunger
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Social Dynamics ◽  
Informal Settlement ◽  
Behavioural Intervention ◽  
Collective Management ◽  
Local Organizations ◽  
Urban Sanitation ◽  
The Social ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Important Basis

Abstract This study explored the social dynamics affecting collective management of shared sanitation in the Bauleni compound of Lusaka, Zambia. In-depth interviews were conducted with landlords (n = 33) and tenants (n = 33). Elinor Ostrom's eight design principles for the management of common-pool resources was used as a framework to analyse the data. Social capital within plots was also assessed. Pit latrines were predominantly shared by landlords and tenants on residential plots. However, unwelcome non-plot members also used the latrines due to a lack of physical boundaries. Not all plot members fulfilled their cleaning responsibilities equally, thereby compromising the intended benefits for those conforming. Landlords typically decided on latrine improvements independent of tenants. Latrines were not systematically monitored or maintained, but punishment for non-conformers was proportionate to the level of infraction. There was no system in place for conflict resolution, nor local organizations to regulate the management of sanitation. Lastly, there were few enterprises associated with peri-urban sanitation. Social capital was moderately high, and tenants were willing to invest money into improving sanitation. The social dynamics illuminated here provide an important basis for the development of a behavioural intervention targeted towards improving urban sanitation.

scholarly journals Social Capital: Higher Resilience in Slums in the Lagos Metropolis

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (7) ◽  
pp. 3879
Author(s):  
Olabisi S. Obaitor ◽  
Taibat O. Lawanson ◽  
Marion Stellmes ◽  
Tobia Lakes
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Land Allocation ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Community Group ◽  
The Social ◽  
Structural Social Capital ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Different Levels ◽  
Slum Community

Different slums exhibit different levels of resilience against the threat of eviction. However, little is known about the role of the social capital of the slum community in this context. This study investigates the factors contributing to slum resilience in the Lagos Metropolis, Nigeria, through a social capital lens. This study first investigates land allocation in slums, then the available social capital, and subsequently how this capital influences resilience to the threat of eviction in slums. Data were collected in two slum communities, in Lagos, through in-depth interviews and focus groups discussion. This study shows that land allocation is done by the traditional heads, contrarily to the mandate of the Nigeria Land Use Act of 1978. Furthermore, there is a form of structural social capital through the presence of government registered community development associations in the slums; however, their activities, decision-making process and the perception of the residents’ towards their respective associations, differs. This led to differences in trust, social cohesion and bonding ties among residents of the slum, thereby influencing resilience to the threat of eviction in slums. Since community group associations, through the appointed executives, drive the efficient utilization of social capital in slums, this study therefore recommends their restructuring in order to support a sustainable solution to the threat of eviction in slums in Lagos.

scholarly journals Bridging and Bounding Social Capital: Social Interaction Analysis of Islets Islanders in Wakatobi Marine National Park

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 30-46
Author(s):  
Taane La Ola ◽  
Nur Isiyana Wianti ◽  
Muslim Tadjuddah
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
National Park ◽  
Interaction Analysis ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Bonding Social Capital ◽  
Bridging Social Capital ◽  
The Social ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Depth Interviews

The purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of the differences in the strength of social capital that is bonding and bridging two community groups, namely land-dwellers and Sama Bajo boat-dwellers in three islands in Wakatobi Marine National Park. This study used a post-positivistic research paradigm, and the primary data were collected by using a questionnaire to 240 respondents who represented the group of land-dwellers and Sama Bajo boat-dwellers on the islands of Wangi-wangi, Kaledupa, and Tomia. This research was also supported by qualitative data through in-depth interviews from several informants and desk studies. The results showed that bridging social capital relations tend to be weak in the two forms of interactions between the Sama Bajo and the land-dwellers on Wangi-wangi Island and Kaledupa Island, while bridging social capital tend to be secured in Tomia Island. We found that the social context through the historical links in the past and identity played a role in the relationship of bridging social capital and bonding social capital in the three communities as an analytical unit of this research.  

Practising conviviality: social uses of ethnic cuisine in an Asian multicultural environment

2015 ◽  
Vol 32 (7) ◽  
pp. 564-575 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katayoun Zafari ◽  
Gareth Allison ◽  
Catherine Demangeot
Keyword(s):  
Social Dynamics ◽  
Everyday Practice ◽  
Cultural Dynamics ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Multicultural Environment ◽  
The Social ◽  
Multicultural Context ◽  
Single Block ◽  
Social Uses ◽  
Depth Interviews

Purpose – This paper aims to understand the social dynamics surrounding the consumption of non-native, ethnic cuisines in the multicultural context of an Asian city. Design/methodology/approach – Data were collected via in-depth interviews with 21 culturally diverse residents of Dubai. Data were analysed inductively, leading to the emergence of three themes characterising social dynamics underpinning the consumption of non-native cuisines in an Asian multicultural environment. Findings – Three types of social dynamics were identified: instrumental uses, expressive uses and conviviality considerations. Research limitations/implications – The study suggests that the different types of cultural dynamics at play have different roles; some act as influencing or constraining factors in the everyday practice of multicultural consumption, whereas others are used more proactively as enablers. Originality/value – This paper contributes to the authors’ understanding of how people “practice conviviality” in multicultural marketplaces, providing insights into the complex social dynamics, underpinning the consumption of non-native cuisines in multicultural marketplaces. Although the consumer literature on food and cuisines has acknowledged the social influences surrounding cuisines and food consumption, these have typically been viewed in a single block. This study shows the importance of conviviality considerations in non-native cuisine consumption. Further, the paper shows that the consumption of non-native cuisines is an everyday practice in a multicultural context, which is used with varying degrees of proactiveness for social lubrication and multicultural socialisation.

scholarly journals MODAL SOSIAL YANG DIMILIKI ANGGOTA KELOMPOK KERJA (POKJA) PERILAKU HIDUP BERSIH DAN SEHAT (PHBS) DALAM UPAYA PENERAPAN PERILAKU HIDUP BERSIH DAN SEHAT (STUDI DESKRIPTIF DI SEKOLAH MENENGAH PERTAMA NEGERI 107 JAKARTA)

2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Annisa Sherliany ◽  
Wisni Bantarti
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Working Group ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Healthy Living ◽  
Literature Study ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
The Social ◽  
Group Members ◽  
Depth Interviews

The purpose of this research to describe the social capital that is owned by the working group members of PHBS of SMP Negeri 107 Jakarta in an effort to implement a clean and healthy living behavior. This research uses a qualitative approach and is a descriptive research through data collection techniques in-depth interviews, observation, and literature study. The results of this research shows that social capital is owned by members of the working group of PHBS of SMP Negeri 107 Jakarta can support its success in an effort to implement clean and healthy living behavior.

How do newcomers fit in? The dynamics between person—environment fit and social capital across cultures

2010 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 153-174 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yih-teen Lee ◽  
B. Sebastian Reiche ◽  
Dongmei Song
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Social Dynamics ◽  
Work Group ◽  
Power Distance ◽  
Social Processes ◽  
Moderating Effects ◽  
Cultural Variations ◽  
The Social ◽  
Person Environment Fit ◽  
Organizational Newcomers

This paper integrates the concepts of person—environment (PE) fit and social capital and examines the social dynamics of organizational newcomers’ development of fit with their new environment in the light of national cultural variations. Specifically, we present a conceptual framework that illustrates how newcomers fit in with their work environment in terms of person—job (PJ) and person—organization (PO) fit through their building and exercising of social capital. We suggest that newcomers’ initial fit with their direct supervisor (i.e. PS fit) and their immediate work group fit (i.e. PG fit) will help them to develop structural and relational social capital in the organization, which in turn facilitate the development of greater PJ and PO fit. Acknowledging that social processes are culture-bound, we also examine the moderating effects of individualism/collectivism and power distance on the process of developing PE fit, and we provide insights for both scholars and managers in applying the model.

scholarly journals MODAL SOSIAL PETANI MISKIN DALAM STRATEGI BERTAHAN HIDUP DI KABUPATEN MINAHASA

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 171
Author(s):  
Charles Reijnaldo Ngangi ◽  
Lyndon Reindhart Jacob Pangemanan ◽  
Tommy Ferdy Lolowang
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
The Other ◽  
Survival Strategies ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Survival Strategy ◽  
The Poor ◽  
The Social ◽  
Depth Interviews

This study aims to study social capital in the survival strategies of poor farmers. The research was conducted for 6 months, from April to October 2020, with the research location in Minahasa Regency. This research was designed descriptively, with a survey method. Sampling was selected purposively on farmers in Minahasa district with 100 farmers as respondents. The data collected in this study are primary and secondary data. Primary data were collected directly through in-depth interviews with farmers. The results showed that the stronger the farmer's social capital, the better his survival strategy. On the other hand, the weaker the social capital, the poor farmer's survival strategy was getting worse.

scholarly journals KETERKAITAN ANTARA MODAL SOSIAL DENGAN EFISIENSI KELEMBAGAAN PADA KOPERASI PONDOK PESANTREN SIDOGIRI, PASURUAN

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 95
Author(s):  
FARAHDILLA KUTSIYAH ◽  
AGOES KAMAROELLAH ◽  
UMMU KULSUM
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Boarding School ◽  
Shared Vision ◽  
Economic Activities ◽  
The Social ◽  
Operational Activities ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Depth Interviews

Sidogiri Islamic Boarding School is one of the oldest Islamic boarding schools and is capable of being independent in its operational activities by having very rich resources and this institution is also an example of success in developing Islamic economics. The definition of "institution" in this article is how the rules are implemented in the pesantren's economic activities that are deeply tied to the social capital that they have. This study uses a case study qualitative approach. Data collection through observation, documentation and in-depth interviews. The results of the study show that social capital that is embedded in the pesantren environment can reduce transaction costs so that the institutional of Sidogiri Islamic Boarding School cooperative is more efficient. Network can reduce the cost of information, negotiation, coordination and supervision. Norms can decrease the occurrence of irregularities and the existence of trust. Shared vision can facilitate coordination and increase motivation. It is recommended that the application of social capital in the management of the Sidogiri kopontren be able to be transferred some other pesantren that are still lagging behind in economic development so that they are able to be independent and can help the economic problems of the community.

scholarly journals Good Practices for Strengthening the Social Capital of Village Communities by House Renovation Activities

2020 ◽  
Vol 202 ◽  
pp. 07024
Author(s):  
Sutejo K. Widodo ◽  
Yurika Ayu Nestapa
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Community Service ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Good Practices ◽  
The Social ◽  
Study Case ◽  
Village Communities ◽  
The Village ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Report Document

The study examines how to strengthen the social capital among the village communities with the study case in Genuksari, South Semarang. It aims to reconstruct the community service activities by the Community Service Team of Faculty of Letters, Diponegoro University, which took place in 1989, 30 years ago. The method used was a historical-contemplative method, based on the community service report document. It was the research work in the form of writing related to the topic, supplemented by in-depth interviews with the interviewees. The results of good practices are in the form of a theoretical framework for the social capital utilization from the slum village community to become a community that is empowered and dignified on its own ability, able to change from a village that is originally hopelessly marked by drinking, gambling into a community which is able to build a residence through a social gathering system and mutual work and has successfully rehabilitated 22 housing units.

scholarly journals Patterns of Social Integration Strategies: Mobilising ‘Strong’ and ‘Weak’ Ties of the New European Migrants

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 28-38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Boris Popivanov ◽  
Siyka Kovacheva
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Social Environment ◽  
Social Ties ◽  
Relative Weight ◽  
Weak Ties ◽  
Skill Levels ◽  
The Social ◽  
Integration Strategies ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Depth Interviews

The European mobility processes raise the issue of the integration strategies of new European migrants in their host societies. Taking stock of 154 in-depth interviews with migrants in the UK, Germany, Italy and Spain, we examine the social ties which they mobilise in order to adapt in a different social environment. The division between ‘strong’ and ‘weak’ ties established in the literature is particularly useful to assess migrants’ experiences in appropriation and transformation of social capital and the variety of their pathways in the labour market. Then we critically study the relative weight of social ties and skill levels in their choice of integration strategies. At the end, four types of strategies corresponding to the types of migrants’ interactions with the home and host contexts are outlined.

scholarly journals INTERACTION BETWEEN RELIGIOUS PEOPLE POST SOCIAL CONFLICT IN ACEH SINGKIL DISTRICT

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 191
Author(s):  
Juhari Juhari ◽  
Zulfadli Zulfadli
Keyword(s):  
Social Interaction ◽  
Social Dynamics ◽  
Social Conflict ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Religious Communities ◽  
Mutual Cooperation ◽  
Effective Strategies ◽  
Religious Conflicts ◽  
The Social ◽  
Depth Interviews

The case Singkil district in October 2015 in the form of inter-religious clashes that led to the burning of churches and loss of life is the fact that social interaction anatar religious adherents in the district of Gunung Meriah has not gone well. This study focused on the background of conflict, the interaction between religious communities after conflict and efforts to foster religious harmony after a conflict in Aceh Singkil. This study used a qualitative approach by using in-depth interviews, Focus Group Discussion (FGD), and study the documentation as data collection techniques. The results showed that the social conflict between religious communities is part of the social dynamics that occur in the community that stretches the inter-religious relations, but on the other hand can strengthen internal solidarity respective faiths. Forms of social interaction leads to the associative process and found to be also the potential that may lead to forms of dissociative interaction. Other forms of social interaction among religions is mutual cooperation, kinship, mutual silaturrahmi and respect among religions. The search results show that during the Aceh Singkil district government has sought to provide guidance to inter-religious harmony though not maximized. This is evident from the Government's efforts impressed yet to find effective strategies for conflict resolution that is holistic, systemic and regenerative. Then it can be predicted that the events of religious conflicts are still likely to occur in the future, both in the district of Gunung Meriah and elsewhere, especially in the district of Aceh Singkil.

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