Community Currencies as Crisis Response: Results From a Randomized Control Trial in Kenya

This paper presents the results of what may be the world’s first randomized control trial on community currencies, focusing on Grassroots Economics Community Inclusion Currency (CIC) model run on the xDAI blockchain. Beneficiaries in Nairobi, Kenya were sent the equivalent of $30 in cryptocurrency tokens, enabling a level of impact evaluation usually unfeasible for most cash and mobile-money based transfer programs. Results show that CIC transfers of $30 are associated with $93.51 increase in beneficiaries wallet balance, a $23.17 increase in monthly CIC income, a $16.30 increase in monthly CIC spending, a $6.31 increase in average trade size and a $28.43 increase in expenditure on food and water. However, the difference in treatment effects for males versus females suggests gender imbalances persist. This study serves as an important prototype for novel cash transfer models and presents some of the first quantitative evidence in the area of “crypto for good.”

The implication of Energy on Nigeria’s Economy: Case Study of Crude Oil Energy Source

The shortfall in crude oil production, the major source of energy supply and revenue generation in Nigeria, affects all spheres of activities in the country. Activities like politics, economic, budgeting, infrastructural development, the standard of living, and foreign exchange reserve. Therefore, it is imperative to address the implication of energy (crude oil source) on the economy of Nigeria. Hence, a linear regression analysis was used and by first creating a link between oil production (main energy source) and oil earnings (economy) to establish a relationship upon which social-political factors such as the organization of petroleum exporting countries (OPEC), civil disturbance, flexible regulating framework, infrastructural services, community inclusion for equitable sharing of benefit, and Niger Delta development commission are used as check and balance on oil production and oil earning and their implications on the Nigeria economy. By way of calibration, the paper examines the amount of oil per barrel needed to be produced in a year that would guarantee an increase in oil earnings in Nigeria. The data used for this analysis were collected from the central bank of Nigeria (CBN) statistic bulletin on crude oil production and total earning in Nigeria between 1980 to 1999. The paper also suggests measures that would enhance the increase in the production of oil from which the country would be able to earn more revenue. The result shows that increasing oil production will simultaneously increase earnings from oil and, consequently, overhaul the various activities such as economy, infrastructural development, health, education sectors, and living standard of the citizen.

Autism Spectrum Disorder and Policing: The Experience and Occupational Impact on Families

Date Presented Accepted for AOTA INSPIRE 2021 but unable to be presented due to online event limitations. Individuals on the autism spectrum and their families face a host of social obstacles to inclusion in society at large. Data from an ongoing phenomenological study of autism in the community shows that parent anxieties around interactions with police are a significant barrier to community inclusion and participation for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. The experiences of families in the community related to police affect feelings of comfort and safety and may contribute to occupational deprivation. Primary Author and Speaker: David Turnbull Contributing Authors: Contributing Author

INTEGRATED NATURAL RESOURCE AND CONSERVATION DEVELOPMENT PROJECT: A REVIEW OF SUCCESS FACTORS FROM A SYSTEMS PERSPECTIVE

Integrated Natural Resource and Conservation Development (INRCD) Projects is an umbrella term for a variety of Integrated Conservation and Development Projects (ICDPs), a concept first introduced by the World Wide Fund for Nature in the mid 1980s to target practice-oriented efforts in developing countries; and Integrated Natural Resource Management (INRM) research and development projects introduced as adaptive management for fisheries, wildlife, forest, and rangeland to target analysis-oriented efforts in developing and developed countries. Both efforts seek to balance economic development and natural resource conservation. This paper reviews the literature over the past four decades in an attempt to determine which planning and execution methods lead to greater success. A thematic analysis revealed three broad areas of importance: community inclusion and income diversification, inadequate training and management, and inability to properly quantify data. A systems design optimization approach for such projects is advocated to support project decision making in these areas of importance.

PKMS Braille Digital Marketing UMKM Al Mumtaz Eduwisata Difabel Penyandang Disabilitas Tunanetra dan Daksa Ringan Era New Normal di Kabupaten Banyuwangi

This PKM aims to solve the problems of Al Mumtaz problems with Disabilities Using Technology Based on Community Inclusion and Disabilities, People with Disabilities who are Blind and Mild Daksa Era of New Normal in Banyuwangi Regency. Braille Digital Marketing Umkm Al Mumtaz Disability Education Using AI Technology Based on Community Inclusion and Disabilities People with Visual and Mild Disabilities Era New Normal in Banyuwangi Regency, aims to overcome the problem of disabilities A / Blind and mild D (1) Lack of Partner knowledge related to Digital Marketing 2) Decrease in consumers using Al Mumtaz Disability Tourism Edu services and Decreased Handicraft Sales during the epidemic period (3) Unavailability of Braille Digital Marketing Module, no media aids that make it easier for A / blind and mild disabilities in marketing innovation for handicraft products ( 4) The lack of access to information and special AI technology media for the blind in terms of improving the quality and marketing of handicraft products. The activities carried out are by holding Braille Digital Marketing training and simulations using the Braille Digital Marketing Module, including training for Braille Digital Marketing workshops using the Braille Module, collaborating with other supporting partners who have computers and braille printers in compiling the Braille Digital Marketing Module, partner assistance ( UMKM Al Mumtaz) in optimizing potential. The resulting output is the increased understanding of the training participants, the Al Mumtaz youtube account of online media publications and print media, dedication articles in the form of national journals, photos and videos of activity documentation, blogs and websites.

Residents’ Perceptions of a Community-Led Intervention on Health, Well-Being, and Community Inclusion Through Photovoice

Community-centered approaches can be effective ways to engage communities and improve their health and well-being. The Grange is a community-led, multifaceted, and dynamic intervention incorporating a community hub and garden, that took place in a small area of the North-West of England, characterized by high levels of deprivation and poor health. Activities have been defined, developed, and supported by residents to meet locally defined needs. This study used photovoice methods to explore residents’ perceptions and experiences of this community-led intervention and any perceived impact on health, well-being, and community inclusion. Through photographs, semistructured interviews, a focus group discussion, and an exhibition, this study engaged intensively and creatively with a group of six residents. They identified positive and negative aspects related to The Grange and suggested recommendations that were directly communicated to policy makers during the photo-exhibition event. Participants reflected on various activities such as the community garden and the community shop. They also reflected on contextual factors and suggested that the culture of inclusivity and friendships associated with The Grange were more important to them than specific activities. This study demonstrated the value of using photovoice to (a) explore residents’ perceptions of community led interventions; and (b) meaningfully engage residents living in areas with high levels of deprivation. Public health practitioners should consider the use of photovoice (a) in the evaluation of health interventions that take place in a complex and changing context, and (b) as a powerful tool to engage with members of the community, especially traditionally disadvantaged groups, to ensure that engagement about health, well-being, and social inclusion is meaningful.