Responsible Agencies Research Articles

A Cost–Benefit Analysis of Preparing National Veterinary Services for Transboundary Animal Disease Emergencies

The natural, accidental, or deliberate release of pathogens into livestock populations carries with it a range of consequences for society, from zoonotic disease outbreaks, to changes in food security and economic welfare. An important contribution to mitigating the risk of disease outbreaks comes from having well-prepared emergency response plans and agencies with the capacity to put those plans into operation. In the case of animal disease, national Veterinary Services (VS) take a central role. Unknown and uncertain events, such as if, when and where the next disease outbreak will occur makes economic decision-making a challenge. While the costs of preparing for emergencies can be quantified in a conventional manner, the scope, scale, and likelihood of benefits actually accruing are all subject to uncertainty. This study attempts to examine the costs and benefits of preparing national VS for animal disease emergencies, including natural, accidental, or deliberate release of pathogens. Data collected as part of the World Organisation for Animal Health’s Performance of VS program for countries in East and West Africa and South East Asia were used for estimating investment costs. A state-contingent approach is used to constrain the uncertainty space in terms of disease impact. The probability of a disease event occurring and the probability of that event being contained by emergency preparation are used to describe a frontier at which investment breaks-even in a variety of scenarios. An increased probability of breaking-even on investment was found with high livestock numbers per capita and increasing intensification in livestock production systems. The method and findings provide a means to understand the benefits of preparing for uncertain events and are aimed to further the dialogue around policy development for livestock disease emergencies in lower-income countries.

Coordination strategies and concept of operations implemented during activation of public health emergency operations center for COVID-19 response in Pakistan

Public health emergency management systems encountered difficulties in developing countries, especially in Pakistan. The COVID-19 pandemic was extremely challenging for different agencies/departments in Pakistan. Health emergency management depends on a well-established public health emergency operations center that could generate a coordinated response to emergencies. We conducted an assessment of public health emergency response coordination implemented during the COVID-19 at strategic level. This was mix-method qualitative study. Primary data was collected by using a structured questionnaire, and secondary data was collected by desk review. The agencies engaged in pandemic response at the national level in Pakistan were included in the assessment. The overall score of the emergency response coordination system during COVID-19 was 49% for all agencies. We found that agencies faced challenges in leadership, legislation, and financing issues during the pandemic response (44%). None of the agencies had a fully developed framework for joint planning and response system for health emergencies. Roles and responsibilities attached to designated agencies in response were relatively clear (55%) for most of the agencies. Effective public health emergency response is based on multi-departmental coordination, resource mobilization, and clear roles for each agency. Pakistan must proactively address these challenges for pandemic response in future.

Effectiveness of human protection from domestic violence under the administrative legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan

At present, domestic violence is an epidemic not only in Kazakhstan, but throughout the world. Crimes in this area, according to the research of many concerned organi- sations, do not stop decreasing. During the global pandemic, cases of family conflicts have become more frequent, which become public through social networks due to the low level of legislative protection of victims from family rapists. The purpose of this study is to develop the most effective measures to protect victims of domestic violence. This study extensively used general and special scientific methods, as well as theoretical and empirical methods. The leading approach to the investigation of the problem under study involved the method of analysing the situation and the ap- plicable legislation. One of the reasons for domestic violence in Kazakhstan is the weak legislative system in the field of protection and prevention of domestic vio- lence, regulated by administrative legislation, as well as the low responsibility of law enforcement agencies in the performance of their official duties. The consequences of domestic violence reveal the overall picture of the decomposition of the "social unit", which contributes to a negative attitude towards the institution of marriage and the normal relationship of relatives. As a result of the author's research, this study examines the content of domestic violence from the standpoint of crime and miscon- duct based on the legislation of Kazakhstan. The subjective composition of domestic relations is considered not only from the standpoint of legal marriage, but also co- habitation-wise. The study investigates the world statistics and practice on the effec- tiveness of combating domestic violence not only in Kazakhstan, but also in the world. The research-to-practice significance of this paper lies in the proposals to improve the situation with domestic aggressors and the development of measures for more effective protection of a person from domestic violence.

Solid waste composition and its management: A case study of Kirtipur Municipality-10

The world population is expanding in line with the general trend. The demand for goods is currently higher than it has ever been before. This has resulted in the production of more waste than ever before. The problem of waste management is not new for humans but the complexity of the issue has increased more in present days. The research was focused on composition of solid waste and its management in Kirtipur-10. The research was conducted in ward 10 of Kirtipur municipality to know the ground reality of solid waste in households. The research aimed to understand the solid waste situation, its composition, problems and finding possible solutions to the problems. Household survey, Focused group discussion were conducted during November month of 2022 to collect data. 75 household were taken as sample for research. Wastes, collected from all of the groups of households, were segregated and weighed. Household solid waste (HSW) was comprised of seven categories of waste with organic waste being the largest component (44 %), plastic (13 %), paper (11 %), Glass (10 %), rubber (9 %), others (7 %) and Hazardous waste (6 %). Municipal authorities are usually the responsible agencies for solid waste collection and disposal, but the magnitude of the problem is well beyond the ability of any municipal government to tackle. There is strong dissatisfaction among municipal resident on waste management by local government. Looking at the composition of waste produced, composting of waste at home level can bring a sustainable solution to the problem. The solid waste management system in Kirtipur has low efficiency and needs to be improved.

The humanitarian-development-peace nexus for global food security: Responding to the climate crisis, conflict, and supply chain disruptions

Global food insecurity has worsened since 2015, driven by conflict, the COVID19 pandemic, and the Ukraine war. This explorative article argues that a new ‘whole-of-UN’ approach is needed, oriented around the humanitarian-development-peace (HDP) nexus, which has been operationalized at project and program levels, but not the global. Using the impacts of the war in Ukraine on food security in the Middle East and North Africa as a case study, we demonstrate how interconnected global crises could benefit from employing the HDP nexus as an interconnected global response. Drawing on detailed, country-specific commodity import data, we analyse vulnerabilities based on import dependencies. Broadening the argument, we show how conflict mitigation through to post-conflict recovery activities are no longer sufficient at the national or regional scale to address the challenges posed. Combining the pillars of food security, with the nexus approach, and a focus on the UN agencies response to the Crisis, we explore what policies and processes could enable a shift toward institutionalizing the nexus as a new operational standard.

Posthuman citizenship

ABSTRACT Citizenship and the posthuman have not been often theorized together. In this paper, I want to think about their coalition both as a new episode in the efforts of politics for citizenship, including knowledge politics, and as a source of rebalancing power against governmental and corporate interests in citizenship politics. Here, I seek to address two questions: (1) What is posthuman citizenship? (2) What does posthuman citizenship bring to analysis of intersectional, complex, and multi-layered struggles of citizenship? Section I of the article addresses possible conceptual connections between citizenship and posthumanism at the posthuman political system level. Section II concentrates on a posthuman genealogy of citizenship to show why posthuman citizenship is a much-needed ontopolitical praxis. Section III details the main principles of posthuman citizenship with respect to mediation of rights, political agency, and political responsibility. The paper contributes to the understanding of politics of/for citizenship with two concepts: augmented political responsibility and posthuman deeds.

Which policies have been implemented to achieve healthy diets from sustainable food systems at the local level across East and West Africa? Results from a policy mapping across 8 African countries

Abstract Introduction Policymakers make decisions that shape food systems (from production, to consumption, to waste). According to the United Nations a quarter of the global population by 2050 will be African, agriculture is the source of livelihood for 70% of the African population, and the continent faces multiple forms of malnutrition simultaneously. After having compiled an evidence-based list of 44 good practice policies with double- and triple-duty potential to address food systems, based on a scoping review and workshops with international experts, we aimed to identify the implementation level of those good practice policies at national and local levels across 8 African countries. Methods In October 2022, a detailed policy mapping started at national and local levels across two African regions, in 8 countries (Benin, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Senegal, Tanzania, Togo and Uganda). Evidence of policy development and/or implementation was gathered across those 44 good practice policies, including, among others, information on jurisdiction, responsible government departments and agencies, overarching strategies, regulatory objectives of the policies, and whether policies address nutrition inequalities and/or women's empowerment. The results from the mapping will be analysed using Excel and NVivo12 software program. Results The final results will be available by June 2023. Our results will provide information on the role and potential of local governments to address food systems across African countries. In particular, the results will offer insight on the policy stakeholders involved, on ongoing national, regional or local plans and priorities, and on best examples of local public policies that have positively impacted human or planetary health across different domains of the food system. Conclusions The results from the mapping could inform similar studies across European countries, or inspiration for actions by local policymakers across Europe.

Using Public Health Detailing to Increase Access and Confidence in COVID-19 Vaccines and Reinvest in Disproportionately Impacted NYC Communities.

COVID-19 vaccination rates in New York City (NYC) began to plateau in the spring of 2021, with unacceptable inequities in vaccination rates based on race. To address racial inequities in vaccination rates and COVID-19 health outcomes, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene adapted a preexisting provider outreach and education program for public health emergency use with the goals of community reinvestment and increasing patient confidence and access to the COVID-19 vaccines. The Vaccine Public Health Detailing (VPHD) program was delivered as part of a larger community outreach initiative and brought timely updates, materials, and access to technical assistance to primary care providers and staff in NYC neighborhoods experiencing COVID-19 health inequities. Outreach representatives also collected feedback from providers on resource needs to inform the agency's response. Sixteen outreach representatives were rapidly trained on COVID-19-related content and strategic communication techniques and launched a 3-wave campaign across targeted neighborhoods throughout NYC. The campaign ran from May 2021 to March 2022 and was conducted in coordination with other community engagement initiatives aimed at the general public to promote greater collective impact. In total, 2873 detailing sessions were conducted with 2027 unique providers at 1281 sites. Outreach representatives successfully completed visits at more than 85% of practices that were in scope and operating. Approximately 20% (285) of the sites requested a referral for technical assistance to become a COVID-19 vaccination site or enroll in the Citywide Immunization Registry. Qualitative information shared by providers offered a more in-depth understanding of vaccine-related sentiments and challenges faced by providers on the ground. VPHD is an effective method for supporting community providers, gathering feedback on resource needs and practice challenges, and increasing health systems efficacy during a public health emergency while also prioritizing racial equity and community reinvestment.

Forecasting pandemic quarantine in New Zealand and Australia: A scoping review of quarantine characteristics and capabilities within preparedness plans and pandemic exercise reports from 2002 to 2019

BackgroundThis scoping review aims to identify and critically review quarantine preparedness in New Zealand and Australia pre-COVID-19 by categorising, comparing, and evaluating quarantine information contained within pandemic plans and exercises from both countries. MethodsParliamentary websites, including Archives New Zealand, ParlInfo and Google Scholar, were searched for publicly available plans and exercise reports from 2002 to 2019. Data were extracted from documents meeting the inclusion criteria and analysed using directive content analysis based on the Australian Disaster Preparedness Framework categories. This scoping review followed the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology for scoping reviews, which guided the data extraction, analysis, and presentation of results. ResultsA total of 16 documents mentioned quarantine and were included in this scoping review. The emphasis and level of detail regarding quarantine characteristics and capabilities varied between New Zealand's five documents (one plan and four exercise reports) and Australia's 11 documents (one Influenza pandemic plan, eight state plans and two exercise reports). New Zealand’s plan forecasted the need for both voluntary quarantine at home and involuntary quarantine in facilities for incoming travellers, whilst the Australian Influenza pandemic plan and state plans primarily considered voluntary quarantine within private residences. Capability gaps identified during exercises were not consistently incorporated into revised plans. Some government documents containing information on quarantine may not be publicly available, limiting the available evidence for this review. ConclusionThis scoping review highlights the need to incorporate a range of possible quarantine options into plans and preparation activities to test and identify gaps in government and responsible agencies' capabilities. Pandemic preparedness will be strengthened by incorporating quarantine scale and duration variables into exercise scenarios.

Проблема дивергенции оценок, присуждаемых лицами, оказывающими услуги по оценке устойчивого развития. Главные тренды в области законодательного регулирования института ESG-рейтингования в России и мире

Confidence in environment, social, and governance (ESG) ratings among investors remains at a fairly low level. An Edelman Insights study [2021] reported that almost three out of four institutional investors do not trust companies to achieve their stated commitments in the fields of sustainability, ESG, or diversity, equity, and inclusivity (DEI). One of the reasons for this distrust is the divergence of ESG ratings – that is, the difference in ratings given by different ESG agencies to the same companies. The origins of this problem lie in the fact that there is still no developed framework to regulate the process of assessing the sustainable development of companies. However, more and more international actors are becoming involved in this issue in order to increase confidence in the assessments of ESG rating providers. For example, codes of conduct for data and ESG ratings providers have already been issued by the United Kingdom (UK), the European Union (EU), India, and Japan. The Central Bank of Russia also issued an information letter on the regulation of the activities of ESG rating providers in the summer of 2023. This article studies the problem ESG ratings’ divergence and determines ways to solve it through the development of regulatory control. It also studies the main trends in the legislative regulation of this institution in order to implement them into the Russian regulatory framework. In this regard, an analysis of work by Russian and foreign researchers devoted to the study of differences in ESG ratings was carried out; additionally, the main approaches of international organizations and legislative bodies of Russia and other countries in the sphere of regulating ESG information providers and mandatory non-financial reporting of companies were studied. The main problems affecting the reduction of ESG data correlation are identified, solutions for them are proposed, and the key trends in improving the comparability of ESG ratings by international actors are noted. The comparative legal method was used in the study. The analysis shows that international actors resolve the problem of divergence by increasing their interpretability, but not through strict regulation. They propose to develop basic recommendations regarding methodologies, evaluation criteria, and weighting factors, while at the same time consolidating the responsibility of ESG rating agencies to disclose their methodology, the terminology used, and their rating definitions. The task is to create harmonized standards for, and transparency of, the ESG assessment process.

Food is medicine intervention shows promise for engaging patients attending a safety-net hospital in the Southeast United States.

Public health organizations, including the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the American Hospital Association, recognize the importance of achieving food and nutrition security to improve health outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and advance health equity. In response, federal, state, and private agencies are increasingly seeking to fund healthcare-based interventions to address food insecurity among patients. Simultaneously, nutrition-based interventions targeting chronic diseases have grown across the United States as part of the broader "Food is Medicine" movement. Few studies have examined the successes, challenges, and limitations of such efforts. As Food is Medicine programs continue to expand, identifying common approaches, metrics, and outcomes will be imperative for ensuring program success, replicability, and sustainability. Beginning in 2020, the Food as Medicine (FAM) program, a multipronged, collaborative intervention at Grady Health System has sought to combat food insecurity and improve patient health by leveraging community resources, expertise, and existing partnerships. Using this program as a case study, we (1) outline the collaborative development of the FAM program; (2) describe and characterize patient engagement in the initial 2 years; and (3) summarize strengths and lessons learned for future hospital-based food and nutrition programming. As this case study illustrates, the Food as Medicine program provides a novel model for building health equity through food within healthcare organizations.

Water-related fatalities: An examination of body displacement and recovery patterns in British Columbia, Canada.

Early recovery of human bodies from the water requires an understanding of how a body acts in the water. However, there is currently a lack of baseline data surrounding body movement in British Columbian (B.C.) waters. This study aims to assist Canadian response agencies with understanding and predicting body movement in outdoor waterbodies in B.C. One hundred and eighty-six water-related fatalities in B.C. waters, including lakes, rivers, and the coastal Pacific Ocean, were examined to determine the recovery times and displacement patterns of submerged decedents. Cases between 2010 and 2021 were extracted from the Police Records Information Management Environment (PRIME-BC) for analysis. Most deaths were unintentional, followed by suicide and homicide, and most often occurred in rivers, followed by lakes and the ocean. Regardless of waterbody, the first day was the most successful recovery period, with decedents most often recovered close to the incident location. Nearly 16% of individuals in this study were not recovered. Recovery success was greatest in lakes, followed by rivers and the ocean. Body displacement was the least in lakes, while rivers resulted in the furthest and most variable displacement. Low recovery success in the ocean is likely due to decedents being quickly displaced out of the search area, never to be found. The results of this study suggest that knowledge of body movement in outdoor aquatic environments remains incomplete. Further empirical research based on known data is necessary to continue improving prediction of body movement and increase early recovery success.

증거의 증명력 판단에 대한 미디어 효과 연구

The jury in the public participation trial selected from the general public is a non-expert in scientific investigation and can feel considerable difficulty in determining the proof of evidence. The general public indirectly experiences the process of proof of facts in criminal proceedings through the media.
 This study attempted to examine the media effect on the judgment of the proof of evidence. To this end, the Forensic Evidence Evaluation Bias(FEEB) scale was introduced and used for analysis. Using data surveyed on 1,000 adult men and women nationwide in 2020, the relationship between media exposure, perception of evidence, and bias in forensic evidence evaluation bias was reviewed.
 As a result of the analysis, no so-called CSI effect was found, and it was confirmed that exposure to non-fiction media partially mediated FEEB and affected the perception of the proof of physical evidence. In addition, the recognition of the proof power of human evidence had an indirect effect by completely mediating it.
 Through this study, the following implications could be derived. ① Given that the media is the primary source of forensic knowledge, the media's careful provision of content, ② The investigative agency's response to the high level of public FEED, ③ The response of investigative agencies to the increase in the value of scientific evidence, ④ Development of a self-purification system for media that provides real-world information This study deals with a more comprehensive topic of media effect rather than verifying the CSI effect, and differs from previous studies in that it divides evidence into scientific evidence and statement evidence. In addition, it is meaningful in that FEEB was introduced for the first time in Korea. In the future, we propose a study on media effect analysis using scenario techniques.

Dual-Activation Emergency Situation Notification System: A Feature Driven Development Approach

Emergencies can unpredictably arise, posing severe threats to individuals' lives. Swift and effective communication plays a crucial role in promptly relaying vital information to relevant response agencies and loved ones, aiming to minimize or eliminate the impact of such disasters. Existing systems often require manual triggering of distress signals through button presses or image captures. However, these methods can be ineffective, particularly when victims are under the surveillance of wrongdoers, rendering them unable to discreetly use their devices. To address this issue, this study introduces the Dual-Activation Emergency Situation Notification System (DA-ESNS) model, which ensures that potential wrongdoers remain unaware of the user's attempt to seek help by employing an efficient communication and alerting system during emergencies. Through a review of previous models, the DA-ESNS model was developed to address identified gaps. The Feature Driven Development software development process model was selected due to its agile and incremental nature, enabling focused development and integration of the notification feature. ReactJS and NodeJS were utilized for frontend and backend development, respectively. The integration of Twilio API and Geolocation API facilitated SMS notifications and precise location sharing with emergency response teams and predefined contacts. The DA-ESNS model automatically relays distress signals by persistently listening for predefined keywords or manually triggered by clicking on corresponding emergency cards, notifying both the emergency response team and the victim's family members. The model was implemented across various mobile platforms, providing a centralized and interactive interface. By offering quick notifications and offline accessibility, the DA-ESNS model streamlines the emergency alert process, significantly improving the effectiveness of emergency response teams in reducing the impact of crises through rapid reaction times. As a result, the DA-ESNS model emerges as a valuable and effective tool in emergency management.

Opinions of the Top Managers of the Ministry of National Education on the Implementation of Physical Education Policies in Schools

"World Physical Education Summit" was held in Berlin in 1999. In the summit, participants from more than 80 countries have determined the policies and reforms for the common solution of all problems related to physical education teaching. At the end of the Berlin Summit, the policies and reforms related to physical education have reconsidered and regulated in many countries. As it is well known, the firstly responsible agency in teaching physical education policies in Turkey is the Ministry of National Education (MEB). Therefore, in this study, it is aimed to reveal the views of the top level managers of the MEB. In this study, phenomenology design which is one of the qualitative research methods has been used. The study group of the research consists of 11 senior managers working in the Ministry of National Education. The data have been analyzed using the semi-structured interview technique and content analysis method. According to the findings of the research, MEB senior managers have listed the components of a quality physical education program as teachers, school administrators, equipment and physical conditions (facility, hall, etc.). They have stated that the biggest obstacles for the physical education curriculum to reach the desired goals are the inadequacy of tools and equipment in schools, the unsuitability of physical conditions, and the fact that the same types of schools do not have the physical conditions at similar standard. They considered the goals and strategies in the development and implementation of physical education curriculum as physical and academic collaborations.

Roots of Ukrainian resilience and the agency of Ukrainian society before and after Russia’s full-scale invasion

ABSTRACT When Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, Ukrainians did not crumble under the unprecedented attack but showed steely resolve to fight for independence and the right to decide their own fate. In the Western media and scholarly analysis, the Ukrainian resilience is often associated with the leadership of the state, in particular President Zelensky. This article offers a different take on the issue of resilience in war and looks at the value foundations of Ukrainian identity, the decentralized nature of Ukrainian society and the vision of a better future as part of the Euro-Atlantic community to better understand Ukraine’s agency in response to Russia’s invasion. It draws on the original data, collected from interviews of three categories of Ukrainians, affected by the war: refugees, internally displaced people, and those living close to the frontlines.

Moral Agency Conditions: Moral Agent, Limited Moral Agent, Quasi-Moral Agent

Introduction. The concept of “moral agent” and its boundaries are not currently clearly defined. Given the connection between moral agency and moral responsibility, it seems necessary to introduce a clear definition of “moral agent”, as well as to differentiate the types of moral agency. The hypothesis of this article is that although the notion of a moral agent in itself is rather limited, there are a number of “borderline” groups, the definition of the status of which needs to be clarified.Methodology and sources. The article provides an ethical and philosophical analysis of approaches to the definition of a moral agency, a comparative analysis of the concepts of a moral agent and a moral subject, as well as approaches to determining the moral statuses of various “borderline” groups in the context of the works of J. MacMurray, A. Taylor, I. Kant, M Rowlands, J. Searle and others.Results and discussion. The article presents an analysis of the definitions of a “moral agent”, highlights the key features that make it possible to speak of a moral agency as an independent moral concept, as well as determine the conditions for the onset of moral agency. To differentiate the types of moral agents, the article introduces the concept of “limited moral agent” to denote the special status of children and the mentally ill. Evidence is provided that people belonging to these categories may have the status of a moral agent, although not to the extent that this status initially implies. As part of the definition of artificial intelligence as a “quasi-moral agent”, the key features of AI in the framework of moral communication between AI and a person are identified.Conclusion. Based on the analysis, the article proposes a number of requirements for a moral agency. Based on these requirements, it is proposed to distinguish such types of moral agency as a limited moral agent, including children and the mentally ill, as well as a quasi-moral agent, which is an artificially created agent, including artificial intelligence.

“It Takes Three to Tango”: Georgia’s Engagement in Trilateral Formats as Part of the Eastern Partnership

Abstract Drawing on the case of Georgia, this article seeks to understand better how the EU’s partners adjust to the uncertainty of the EU’s offer as part of the Eastern Partnership, and how their identification narratives evolve in response to this indeterminacy. We use the concept of liminality to capture the imprecision of the EU’s offer and the state of in-betweenness of the EU’s associated partners. Through an analysis of Georgia’s identification practices, we then shed light on how Georgian elites have pushed for an identity-driven self-representation as a key political strategy vis-à-vis the EU. We argue that such repositioning and, more recently, the tactical use of the Association Trio reflect Georgia’s approach to developing its agency in response to uncertainty.

Analysis of structure and data validation processes of energy management system in designated facilities in Thailand

The Energy Conservation and Promotion Act have been promulgated, focused on designated factory and building, in Thailand since 1992. Therefore, the eight-step Energy Management System (EnMS), simplified from ISO50001, have been fully enforced since 2010. A Total of 9360 facilities in 2020 have to annually submitted the EnMS report with full production, energy consumption and conservation measures data. The structure and data validation to the EnMS have been designed and constructed based on the statistical theory for verify the incoming annual data from facilities to the national database. This paper focused on validation procedure analysis including the major obstacles to this EnMS database system by using the TACCC concept. The validation process consists of three main parts; (i) energy consumption by using the SEC, (ii) thermal and electrical energy ratio, and (iii) energy conservation measure by using the payback period which can be disaggregated into housekeeping, process improvement and machine change. All three parts are well explained in the paper. We also found that major erratum are on the inconsistency and completeness issues which both are from the incomplete data input from the facilities and the improper performance from some external energy auditors. More capacity building have to be set for the facility’s responsible person and external auditors along with the strong enforcement from the responsible government agency. Policy recommendation have also been discussed.

Determinants of bamboo processors' utilization level: The case of Bahir Dar city and Injibara town, Ethiopia

Bamboo is an important non-timber forest resource with multiple uses across many different sectors. It has many economic, social, and ecological roles and is seen as a key to reducing poverty in some regions because of its value to local communities and industry. Bamboo is a plentiful resource in Ethiopia, although it is underutilized. The primary goal of this study was to investigate the factors that influence the utilization of bamboo by processors. A questionnaire survey was used to investigate the effects of the awareness levels of processors, market demand, financial capacity, technical accessibility, supporting markets, and market linkages on the levels of utilization by processors, as measured by the variety of bamboo products. The data were collected from bamboo processors using a questionnaire administered by trained data collectors in Bahir Dar and Injibara and were analysed using ordinal logistic regression with the SPSS 20 software package. Access to technology, supporting markets, processors' awareness, and financial capacity were statistically significant determinants that positively affected the utilization of bamboo, but market demand and market linkages were not. We recommend that government at all levels provide policy-based support and attention, either financially or in other ways, and that responsible agencies such as Technique, Vocational and Enterprise Development Centres, Micro and Small Enterprise Offices, Trading and Agricultural Bureaus cooperating with the federal government, and the International Network of Bamboo and Rattan (INBAR) should prepare manuals, videos, leaflets, skill-oriented training, and experience-sharing programmes. Future research should expand on the current study by including more variables on expanded targets and using other models that consider the interaction effects of independent variables. They should also conduct comparative studies of bamboo utilization levels among different bamboo processors in different regions of Ethiopia.