scholarly journals Donkey Ownership Provides a Range of Income Benefits to the Livelihoods of Rural Households in Northern Ghana

Animals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (11) ◽  
pp. 3154
Author(s):  
Heather C. Maggs ◽  
Andrew Ainslie ◽  
Richard M. Bennett
Keyword(s):  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Northern Ghana ◽  
Time Budgets ◽  
Qualitative Thematic Analysis ◽  
Women And Children ◽  
Income Generating Activities ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Valuable Role ◽  
Daily Time

Donkeys provide important resources and benefits for millions of people worldwide. However, global donkey populations are under increasing pressure from the growing demand for a traditional Chinese medicine, e’jiao, made from donkey-skin. The objective of this reflexive, qualitative thematic analysis was to examine the role of donkeys with 262 participants in northern Ghana and how donkeys contribute to livelihood outcomes, especially their use by women and children. Data was collected from four surveys, 12 in-depth interviews and 84 daily time budgets with the same participants, plus 16 focus groups, during one wet and one dry season across 2018-19. Uniquely, boys and girls between the ages of 10–16-years old were interviewed. Donkeys are highly valued by their owners as they play a valuable role in providing a pathway out of ultra-poverty. Donkeys’ contributions to livelihoods are significant and more complex than previously understood and documented in the literature. Donkey ownership confers up to six different income benefits in comparison to non-donkey owners. Female owners of donkeys reported that donkeys can contribute between 30–60% of their income. Children of both sexes can play an important role in the efficient deployment of one of these income generating activities.

scholarly journals An investigation into the use of infant feeding tracker apps by breastfeeding mothers

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 1672-1683 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kaitlyn Dienelt ◽  
Carly J Moores ◽  
Jacqueline Miller ◽  
Kaye Mehta
Keyword(s):  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Sufficient Information ◽  
Access To Information ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Perceived Benefits ◽  
Objective Information ◽  
Feeling Overwhelmed ◽  
Depth Interviews

Sufficient information and support for breastfeeding mothers is vital to encourage optimal infant feeding practices. Infant feeding apps give breastfeeding instructions and access to information however, little is known about mothers’ perceptions about these resources. This study investigated mothers’ use and experiences of infant feeding apps with a feeding tracker component, including how information within these apps is used, initial reasons for downloading, the role of the app in infant feeding, and perceived benefits and disadvantages of infant feeding apps. In-depth interviews were conducted with nine Australian breastfeeding mothers who had used an infant feeding app in the last year. Interviews were recorded, transcribed verbatim and coded prior to thematic analysis. The findings revealed that infant feeding apps provide mothers with objective information to guide their breastfeeding decisions and other aspects of baby care. This objective approach to infant feeding gives mothers a perception of greater control, confidence and efficacy at a time of transition and stress in the early stages of parenting an infant. While, overall, the mothers were positive about infant feeding apps, they also expressed concerns regarding overreliance on the app, feeling overwhelmed with the data and questioning the credibility of the information.

Inclusion and exclusion of sexual minorities at organisations

2020 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 567-578
Author(s):  
Erhan Aydin ◽  
Emir Ozeren
Keyword(s):  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Sexual Minorities ◽  
Public Discourse ◽  
Comparative Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Individual Level ◽  
Unique Nature ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Depth Interviews

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the inclusion and exclusion of LGBT individuals at organisations towards providing evidence from LGBT non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Turkey and the UK. Design/methodology/approach In order to achieve this aim, 40 semi-structured qualitative in-depth interviews (20 in each country) were conducted. The empirical dimension of this study was invigorated by thematic analysis of interviews that composed of the individuals and members who work in LGBT organisations in Turkey and the UK. Findings The significance and the role of context in shaping public discourse, policies and practices of LGBT organisations in Turkey and the UK were explored in greater details. Based on the coding and thematic analysis of the interviews, three main findings were presented, which are “inclusion and exclusion at work”, “inclusion and exclusion in politics” and “inclusion in LGBT organisations”. Originality/value The originality of this research comes from its unique nature with a comparative approach on the contrary of current LGBT research that mostly focusses on an individual level of analysis and workplace discrimination. Research evidence demonstrates that there are a number of complexities, contradictions and tensions based on the specific characteristics of each country setting where various cultural, societal, political and legislative/regulative forces come into play in LGBT inclusion at organisations. Consequently, this research provides valuable insights for the inclusion of sexual minorities drawing on the evidence from LGBT NGOs in Turkey and the UK.

scholarly journals How do sporting organisations conceptualise and operationalise the prevention of violence against women?

2019 ◽  
Vol 53 (1) ◽  
pp. 121-136
Author(s):  
Gemma Hamilton ◽  
Ruth Liston ◽  
Shaez Mortimer
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Violence Against Women ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Team Sport ◽  
Prevention Of Violence ◽  
Qualitative Thematic Analysis ◽  
Long Term Changes ◽  
Prevention Programmes ◽  
Depth Interviews

Sport settings have great potential to influence social change and are therefore important locations to engage in the prevention of violence against women. The following study draws on in-depth interviews with 16 stakeholders who have been involved with the implementation of prevention programmes within competitive/team sport settings. A qualitative thematic analysis of the interviews was undertaken to examine how sporting organisations understand, strategise and practise prevention work in Australia and New Zealand. Implications for long-term changes in the prevention of violence against women are discussed with reference to key prevention actions and frameworks.

Men’s perception of post-marriage body image: Pakistan milieu

2019 ◽  
pp. 1354067X1989493
Author(s):  
Subaita Zubair ◽  
Urwah Ali
Keyword(s):  
Body Image ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Focus Group Discussion ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Methodology ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Late Adolescents ◽  
Anthropological Study ◽  
Depth Interviews

The present psychological anthropological study tends to explore the perception of single men and their understanding of cultural role regarding post-marriage body between both genders. A qualitative methodology of in-depth interviews and one focus group discussion were employed. The sample included late adolescents (aged 18–24) and early adults (24–34) from Islamabad and Rawalpindi (Pakistan). Purposive sampling was applied and thematic analysis was used as a qualitative paradigm. The number of respondents comprised of 17 males of which each 7 were gym-goers. Results highlighted that Pakistani culture has its biased and paradoxical ways when it comes to expectations genders face with regard to body after marriage. Overall, males have an upper hand when it comes to body image both pre and post marriage. With the female body, men associate modesty and role of spouse and with their own body its supremacy. Expectations are not much held for men with regard to body image, but if they are looking after their body, it is all out of their own will, needs, reason and to some extent on spouse demand.

scholarly journals Responding to the settlement needs of newcomers to Canada: the role of community organizations in the Greater Toronto area

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erica Wright
Keyword(s):  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Practical Knowledge ◽  
Community Organizations ◽  
Grassroots Organizations ◽  
Greater Toronto Area ◽  
Qualitative Thematic Analysis ◽  
Settlement Services ◽  
Direct Government

This study analyzes the role of grassroots organizations in the Greater Toronto Area who support newcomers to Canada. A qualitative thematic analysis was used, with staff from three grassroots organizations and two key informants participating. The study aims, first, to gather practical knowledge from these organizations about the actions needed to improve settlement outcomes for newcomers. Secondly, it seeks to learn what challenges grassroots organizations face in continuing and expanding their services, and how they can be supported in their work. The organizations of focus do not provide direct, government-funded settlement services, but work towards goals of long-term immigrant success and integration. Findings included the need for more responsive and culturally-relevant programming among settlement organizations, the challenges with attaining funding, and the importance of partnerships among related institutions. These actors have valuable insights on newcomers’ current settlement needs and can make important knowledge contributions to the settlement sector. Key words: immigrants; settlement and integration; public services; grassroots organizations; Canada

scholarly journals ‘I Think it Just Made Everything Very Much More Intense’: A Qualitative Secondary Analysis Exploring The Role Of Friends and Family Providing Support to Survivors of Domestic Abuse During The COVID-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alison Gregory ◽  
Emma Williamson
Keyword(s):  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Domestic Abuse ◽  
Secondary Analysis ◽  
Informal Support ◽  
Additional Challenge ◽  
Qualitative Secondary Analysis ◽  
Age Range ◽  
Depth Interviews

AbstractThe COVID-19 pandemic, and associated social restrictions, have amplified women’s experiences of domestic abuse (DA). In usual times, female DA survivors reach out to those around them (friends, family members, neighbors, and colleagues) for support. Accessing of both professional and informal support by survivors has increased during the pandemic. Informal supporters are often deeply invested and immersed in situations of DA because of the closeness of relationships. The accounts of informal supporters are rarely sought, yet these are people who may have a considerable awareness of what is happening. The aim of this study was to explore how the pandemic had impacted people’s assessment of abusive situations and their ability to provide informal support. This paper reports a secondary analysis of qualitative data collected in 2020 in England. The data were gathered in 18 in-depth interviews with people who knew a female friend, relative, neighbor, or colleague who had experienced DA. The age range of participants was 25–69 years, three were men and fifteen were women. A reflexive thematic analysis was carried out. Findings indicated: (i) the pandemic had changed people’s ability to read situations and assess risk (ii) perpetrators were exploiting the pandemic to further abuse (iii) within the context of the pandemic there was additional challenge to offering support (iv) informal supporters found creative ways to remain in-touch and to continue offering support. Further research with informal supporters is needed to ascertain how best to support and equip people, without imposing an impossible burden.

scholarly journals Qualitative Study of Family Support for Women’s Health Seeking-Behaviour in Rural Areas District Sleman

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 70
Author(s):  
Jati Untari ◽  
Ariyanto Nugroho2
Keyword(s):  
Family Support ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Extended Family ◽  
Health Seeking ◽  
Health Seeking Behavior ◽  
The Family ◽  
Seeking Behavior ◽  
Women And Children ◽  
Depth Interviews

Introduction: Health is a field that is very closely related to women's duties because the role of women is the reproductive role that is in the realm of the household. Health seeking behavior is preceded by a decision-making process that requires social support from spouses or other family members so that it can potentially improve the health status of women and children in the family. This study aims to explore the differences in family support for mothers in health seeking behavior when ANC, childbirth, and toddlers are sick in rural areas. Methods:The study was conducted using qualitative methods with in-depth interviews with 6 mothers, 6 husbands and 4 mother-in-laws who in their families had toddlers who had experienced illness in the last 3 months. The study was conducted in Banaran subvillage, Sleman District. Results :The results found that family support for maternal health seeking behavior during ANC, childbirth and when sick toddlers are always discussed by husband and wife, while the role of in-laws is very small, that is giving advice. In the condition of the childbirth, the family support not only from her husband and mother-in-laws but also from the whole extended family on the part of the mother who does not live in one house. Conclussions: In conclusion, mothers get considerable support from their families, both from their husbands, mother-in-laws or large families who do not live in the same house in health seeking behavior, especially during childbirth.

scholarly journals Civic stage fright: Motivation and news satire engagement

2021 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 850-868
Author(s):  
Joanna Doona
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Social Interaction ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Political Efficacy ◽  
Stage Fright ◽  
Cultural Form ◽  
Development Processes ◽  
Area Of Concern ◽  
Depth Interviews

This article explores news satire engagement and civic motivation, an area of concern in satire scholarship. Focused on what audiences ‘do’ with media, the ways in which young adults who regularly engage in news satire construct political efficacy is studied. Using a qualitative contextualising audience study, including in-depth interviews and focus groups with 31 young adults, a thematic analysis of transcript data identifies three discursive themes relating to civic anxieties; development and invitation, performance and knowledge, and conflict and ‘packaged deals’. These emphasise news satire as cultural form as well as shifting civic ideals and development processes: exposing how news satire’s ‘kynicism’ (non-nihilist criticism) connects to civic performance anxiety. The identified anxieties are understood as related to fears of exclusion, embarrassment and misrepresentation. The metaphor of civic stage fright is developed to further understand these, underscoring the role of emotion and social interaction in civic performance.

“It Might Be a Scummy-Arsed Drug but it's a Sick Buzz”: Chroming and Pleasure

2005 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 295-318 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah MacLean
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Policy Interventions ◽  
Context Of Use ◽  
Depth Interviews

Arguing that the role of pleasure in young people's decisions to use inhalants has been underexplored, this paper provides a typology for the kinds of pleasurable experience young people report from chroming (an Australian term for inhalant use involving aerosol paints). The paper draws on in-depth interviews with young people with experience of chroming and with expert workers in Melbourne, Australia. Seven categories of pleasurable experience related to chroming are identified through thematic analysis of these interviews: feeling, escaping and relocating, imagining, doing, socializing, communicating, and consuming. In the context of use by marginalized young people, chroming has powerful and often deeply pleasurable effects. Understanding more about the kinds of enjoyment that young people seek and experience through chroming—and by implication what workers are asking them to give up when they try to make them stop using these drugs—is important in designing policy interventions.

Students as change agents for campus sustainability in Malaysian universities

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Zeeda Fatimah Mohamad ◽  
Mohd Zufri Mamat ◽  
Muhamad Faisal Muhamad Noor
Keyword(s):  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Selection Criteria ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Change Agent ◽  
Change Agents ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Campus Sustainability ◽  
Depth Interviews

Purpose The notion of students as change agents have widely been used in the campus sustainability literature, but very little has been done to unpack what it really means in practice. This paper aims to critically investigate university students’ perspectives on their role as a change agent for campus sustainability in the context of Malaysian universities. Design/methodology/approach In-depth interviews were carried out with 21 students that have been categorized as change agents through selection criteria at three leading universities in the area of campus sustainability in Malaysia. The data collected from the interviews were analysed through content-based and thematic analysis. Findings Findings demonstrate that students are the backbone behind the implementation of campus sustainability activities. They play the multi-faceted role of leaders, supporters and ambassadors in initiating and driving campus sustainability. The results further suggest that support and freedom to act are the empowering factors that have driven these change agents in carrying out their initiatives. However, without a position, the students’ voices are not significant. Originality/value This study provides deeper evidence-based insights on the notion of students as change agents and how it can be operationalized in the context of campus sustainability.

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