scholarly journals Factors Welfare Recipients View Significant to Become Self-Sufficient

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (11) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Lucson Francois
Keyword(s):  
Community Service ◽  
Vocational Training ◽  
Computer Software ◽  
Welfare Recipients ◽  
Housing Assistance ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Social Work Research ◽  
The Government ◽  
Depth Interviews

The purpose of this study was to explore the perceptions of welfare recipients regarding factors significant to becoming self-sufficient in Southeast Florida. The study took a qualitative approach, administering in-depth interviews to 20 current welfare clients. To ensure valid and reliable results, a computer software program known as QSR NVivo 10 was utilized for the accurate coding of responses. Findings in the study suggest that benefits, such as child care, transportation, Medicaid, subsidized employment, housing assistance, and vocational training provided by the government are significant in helping welfare recipients successfully transition from relying on the governmental assistance to obtaining reliable employment with the ultimate goal of becoming self-sufficient; however, their perception differs from policy makers in terms of the benefits provided by the government and how those benefits should be provided. Participants reported that the most helpful programs to their becoming successful were subsidized employment and vocational training. They believed the programs should be redesigned to focus on clients’ success. They believed community service did not help them achieve their long- term goal of becoming independent. Implications for social work research and practice are suggested.

Intervention by Outsiders: A Strategic Management Perspective on Government Industrial Policy

1993 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-88 ◽  
Author(s):  
Romano Dyerson ◽  
Frank Mueller
Keyword(s):  
Public Policy ◽  
Strategic Management ◽  
Industrial Policy ◽  
Financial Control ◽  
Firm Level ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Management Perspective ◽  
British Experience ◽  
The Government

ABSTRACTAs the debate throughout the eighties has concluded, the efforts of governments to intervene at the firm level has largely been disappointing. Using two examples drawn from the British experience, Rover and Inmos, this paper offers an analysis as to why the Government has encountered difficulties when it has sought to intervene in a strategic fashion. Essentially, public policy makers lack adequate mechanisms to intervene effectively in technology-based companies. Locked out of the knowledge base of the firm, inappropriate financial control is imposed which reinforces the ‘outsider’ status of the Government. Having addressed the limitations of strategic intervention, the paper, drawing on the comparative experience of other countries, then goes on to address how this policy boundary might be pushed back in the long term.

scholarly journals Emotional Compliance and Emotion as Resistance: Shame and Anger among the Long-Term Unemployed

2019 ◽  
Vol 33 (5) ◽  
pp. 794-811 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michelle Peterie ◽  
Gaby Ramia ◽  
Greg Marston ◽  
Roger Patulny
Keyword(s):  
Welfare Recipients ◽  
Policy Tools ◽  
Sociology Of Emotions ◽  
Unemployed People ◽  
Everyday Resistance ◽  
The Unemployed ◽  
Emotional Resistance ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Important Form

Contemporary governments employ a range of policy tools to ‘activate’ the unemployed to look for work. Framing unemployment as a consequence of personal shortcoming, these policies incentivise the unemployed to become ‘productive’ members of society. While Foucault’s governmentality framework has been used to foreground the operation of power within these policies, ‘job-seeker’ resistance has received less attention. In particular, forms of emotional resistance have rarely been studied. Drawing on in-depth interviews with 80 unemployed welfare recipients in Australia, this article shows that many unemployed people internalise activation’s discourses of personal failure, experiencing shame and worthlessness as a result. It also reveals, however, that a significant minority reject this framing and the ‘feeling rules’ it implies, expressing not shame but anger regarding their circumstances. Bringing together insights from resistance studies and the sociology of emotions, this article argues that ‘job-seeker’ anger should be recognised as an important form of ‘everyday resistance’.

scholarly journals RESTRUKTURISASI ORGANISASI DAKWAH YANG KOMPREHENSIP [KAJIAN TERHADAP UPAYA PENJABARAN DAKWAH BERDASARKAN PMANO. 13 TAHUN 2012]

TASAMUH ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-62
Author(s):  
Kholili Kholili
Keyword(s):  
Research Methods ◽  
Design Strategy ◽  
Research Problem ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Technical Issues ◽  
Depth Interviews

Islamic Information Directorate in charge of da’wah Islam, the structure and the task would be a lot of contact with the activities of information da’wah and extension da’wah. But officials in the field of da’wah is unclear, as the structure and tasks should be done. The research problem: How to design the da’wah of Islam in the PMA 13- 2012. How policy makers formulate information da’wah and extension da’wah at all levels of the ministry of religion. Objective: Assess the design of the da’wah of Islam in the PMA 13 - 2012 and analyze how the policy makers to formulate information da’wah and extension da’wah. Research Methods. The study uses a case study to examine many documents that seeks to provide a detailed overview of the PMA 13 - 2012, but some things carefully studied and confirmed to officials associated with FGDs and in-depth interviews. There are many programs, righ now are revolve around administration technical issues, not much goes to the development of da’wah materials and methods strategically. Da’wah program, righ now, there is a program is to overcome problems that appear in society, not to get in to the undertakings of the design strategy for long-term da’wah.

scholarly journals Perubahan Bentuk Komoditi Unggulan Lokal Sebagai Alternatif Usaha di Desa Pringgarata

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 268-275
Author(s):  
Suparmin Suparmin ◽  
Halimatus Sa’diyah ◽  
Anas Zaeni ◽  
Tajidan Tajidan
Keyword(s):  
Community Service ◽  
Industrial Development ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Active Role ◽  
Community Empowerment ◽  
Soy Milk ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Existing Problems ◽  
Service Activity ◽  
The Government

This community service activity was carried out in Pringgarata Village, Pringgarata District, Central Lombok Regency in August 2019. This community service activity uses field learning methods which are strengthened by demonstrations of local commodity development and assisted by experts processing soybeans into soy milk and dregs. soybeans become naget. Based on the results of community service activities regarding agro-industrial development based on local commodities, it can be concluded that: 1) The extension participants have given positive responses to all stages of the activity which is indicated by the seriousness of the participants in listening and discussing existing problems and participating actively in the demonstration of making agro-industry products, 2) In general, extension participants have acquired knowledge and skills in producing from agro-industry unit products, and 3) The next suggestion is to help increase household income at extension sites and at the same time encourage farmers to provide raw materials for agro-industrial development hence an active role from the government and related parties in policy makers is needed to implement a model of income generation program through community empowerment that has been carried out through activities outreach

scholarly journals An evaluation of permanent crops: Evidence from the “Plant the Future” project, Georgia

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 212-222
Author(s):  
Lasha Zivzivadze ◽  
Tengiz Taktakishvili ◽  
Ekaterine Zviadadze ◽  
Giorgi Machavariani
Keyword(s):  
Agricultural Policy ◽  
Social Impact ◽  
Evaluation Criteria ◽  
High Demand ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
The Future ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Future Project

Abstract Promoting investments in permanent crops is often considered by the government as a powerful measure to support long-term growth in agriculture. The same attitude is prevalent among agricultural policy makers in Georgia and hence, country’s government and the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia initiate and coordinate projects facilitating new investments in permanent crops. The article deals with an evaluation of an impact of “Plant the Future” project in Georgia that provides funds for the potential beneficiaries for planting permanent crops. The structure and scope of the project are discussed in the article, and the relevant data regarding the area planted, financial impact, and beneficiaries for the period from 2015 to 2019 are analysed and the impact projection is made for the period of 2020–2043. Research showed that the target indicators of the project were fully achieved. In addition, there were a high demand from farmers to participate in this project and as a result, the budget spent in 2017–2019 exceeded the planned budget. The project appears to be beneficial in terms of net present values that are positive for all discussed discount rates, meaning that the benefits of the project are greater than costs. The return on investment of the project is around 10%, which is greater than the basic discount rate (8%). Social impact also seems to be high with 1,350 beneficiaries. According to the projection, from 2015 to 2024, around 3,000 beneficiaries will benefit from this project. In the methodology, five evaluation criteria are used, namely, relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact, and sustainability. Based on the evaluation, specific recommendations are given.

scholarly journals A case of tightrope walking

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 238-250 ◽  
Author(s):  
Donna Bramwell ◽  
Caroline Sanders ◽  
Anne Rogers
Keyword(s):  
Government Employees ◽  
Content Type ◽  
North West ◽  
Workplace Engagement ◽  
The North ◽  
Depth Study ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Depth Interviews

Purpose – Given that current policy in the UK is focused on encouraging individuals with long-term health conditions (LTCs) to work wherever possible, the purpose of this paper is to explore employer’s and manager’s perspectives of supporting those with LTCs as any successful workplace engagement will largely be influenced by their readiness to be supportive. Design/methodology/approach – In total, 40 semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with employers’ and managers’ from a range of organisations in the north-west of England during the period March 2011 to January 2012. Comparative analysis of the data was guided and informed by grounded theory principles. Findings – All bar one participant typified their role as one of a difficult “balancing” act of additional and often incompatible demands, pressures and feelings. It was evident that coping with this ambivalent situation incurred an emotional consequence for participants. Practical implications – Employers’ and managers’ response to ambivalent feelings may serve to undermine their capacity to translate supportive intentions into tangible action and are thus reflected in employee’s perceptions of unsupportive relations. Developing an intervention to raise awareness of the potential for this situation and subsequent impact on the return to work process would be beneficial for all stakeholders – the government, employees and employers alike. Originality/value – This in-depth study gives voice to employers and managers whose experiences and perceptions of supporting people with LTCs is largely unknown and empirically under-researched. Findings add to the wealth of research from the employee perspective to provide a more nuanced picture of the workplace for those working with and/or supporting those with LTCs.

Diversification effect of ship investment funds in South Korea

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 62-74 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jae-Boong Lee ◽  
Su-Han Woo ◽  
Jeong Seok Song ◽  
Byeongchan Seong ◽  
Keun-Sik Park
Keyword(s):  
Stock Prices ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Investment Fund ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Investment Funds ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Cointegration Tests ◽  
The Government

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the diversification effect of the Korean Ship Investment Fund (KSF) under Markowitz portfolio theory by analyzing short-term and long-term relationships with stocks and bonds. Design/methodology/approach For this purpose, unit root, correlation and cointegration tests are performed. Monthly data from 2004 to 2015 for stocks, bonds and KSFs are obtained for this study. Findings The correlation coefficients indicate that KSFs are uncorrelated with stocks and negatively correlated with bonds, and no long-term equilibrium relationships exist with all three variables by the Johansen and Engle-Granger cointegration tests. Research limitations/implications This paper makes contribution to the literature as follows: first, whereas the previous literature investigated diversification effect of ship investment using freight indices or freight rates which are not able to represent returns from ship investment, this study is the first study to use actual stock prices of the KSFs to the authors’ best knowledge; and second, diversification effect of ship investment represented by KSFs is empirically verified in the both short term and long term. Practical implications Policy-makers and managers of shipping companies can have sound ground that the KSFs are alternative and attractive assets to investors. It is also shown that the KSFs have potential to improve risk and return structure of investors on their own regardless of existence of incentives. Therefore, decisions of policy-makers can be made free from expectations for stronger incentives provided by the government. In addition, those countries that do not have such a ship investment platform may consider introducing a similar ship investment fund in order to revitalize the capital markets of the country. Originality/value This study holds its significance in investigating diversification properties of the KSFs for the first time in Korea since the KSFs were introduced.

scholarly journals Implementasi Kebijakan Penanggulangan Banjir dI DKI Jakarta 2013-2017

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 78-87
Author(s):  
Gilang Ramdhan
Keyword(s):  
Policy Implementation ◽  
Prevention Policy ◽  
Medium Term ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Flood Prevention ◽  
Government Organization ◽  
Long Time ◽  
The Government

The flood problem is the long-time housework which is continuously done by the DKI Jakarta Government, to overcome the problem of the flood as the output from the policy of DKI Jakarta Government is the implementation of the flood prevention policy, both short-term, medium-term and long-term programs. In the implementation of the policy there are factors that can hamper and support the success of policy implementation there are communication, resources, bureaucratic or implementing attitude, and organizational structure including bureaucratic workflow. In terms of communication the real obstacle is the government are still difficult to establish communication with intermediary parties as one of the stakeholders. In terms of bureaucratic attitudes emphasized the independence of the apparatus to policy makers who have an important role in the success of policy implementation. In the government organization of DKI Jakarta itself has been applied innovation with the yellow, blue, and orange “soldiers” that can support the success of policy implementation. But unfortunately from DKI government's own policy environment does not yet have the full support of Jakarta DPRD so it can hamper the policies to be published by the executive. The conclusion of this paper is the government of DKI has a scope of problems that must be well compromised and which is still a wedge is the communication aspect, both internal and external so that the implementation of flood prevention policy in Jakarta can run well.

scholarly journals Coaching MSMEs through the Business Development Services Program

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Panji Putranto ◽  
Meiliyah Ariani
Keyword(s):  
Community Service ◽  
Poverty Reduction ◽  
Business Development ◽  
Managerial Skills ◽  
Develop Technology ◽  
The Government ◽  
Production Output ◽  
Small Medium Enterprises ◽  
Medium Enterprises

The Government pays attention to the development of Micro, Small, Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to increase competition, develop technology, create diverse markets, increase employment opportunities, production output and the contribution to the country. The government is aware of its importance as a source of poverty reduction, growth in GRDP. Government collaborating with parties expected to increase the enthusiasm of those who have declined. Collaboration between agencies through Business Development Service have long-term goals. Students expected to understand the role of taxes. For university, can be a means of community service and contribute to the institution accreditation standards 7.6 and 7.7. Whereas for SMEs with one hundred target, can improve managerial skills. With the support of E-Commerce, digital training technology transfer, MSMEs can sell through website and manage finance with android. Research Irfan Fatoni, Indah Dewi Nurhayati "Analysis of BDS harmony –Provider (BDSP) with Government Regulations Regarding MSMEs Development in East Java (2014), only discussed the harmony achieved by BDS-P, not cooperation between parties. Community service are carried out by field surveys, interviews with MSMEs in Pondok Melati. BDS carried out in tax workshops, BDS socialization, E-Commmerce, simple bookkeeping, brand image training and bazaar encourages MSMEs to grow, develop. So that small households can prosper independently and reduce the burden of government. By following a year continuous assistance, non-productive can become productive, professional MSMEs. This is evidenced by the formation of MSMEs management with provision of independent equipment following bazaars. Closer to the ideals of MSME villages in Pondok Melati.

System Dynamic Approach for Long-Term Solar Thermal Installed Capacity for Malaysian Industries

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 572
Author(s):  
Anis Sabirin Baharom ◽  
Nofri Yenita Dahlan
Keyword(s):  
Current System ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Solar Thermal ◽  
Heating Process ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Interest Level ◽  
The Government ◽  
Solar Thermal System ◽  
Installed Capacity

This paper presents a novel System Dynamics model for solar thermal installed capacity for Malaysian Industries. The objective of this paper is to foresee the influences of technical acceptance and willingness of the Malaysian industries to install the solar thermal system to replace the current system for heating process. Results revealed the Malaysian industries interest level on solar thermal is low. Therefore to increase the interest, Malaysian industries need more booster supports from the government to increase the investment in new technology, which will advantage the company and Malaysia in long-term. Not only industries, the policy makers will also benefit from the outcome, to tailor the framework for solar thermal in developing the solar thermal policy for industries in Malaysia.

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