Cooperative Program Research Articles

USEFUL STRATEGIES FOR LOW-COST CONSTRUCTION

Introduction: Everyone, regardless of culture, seeks a dwelling that provides comfort and safety at an affordable cost. Many countries worldwide have witnessed increased demand for residential buildings due to population growth. However, because of the economic conditions that most countries suffer from, the search for low-cost housing without compromising the quality of construction and materials has become extremely essential. Low-cost construction meets the demand for cost-effective design solutions without prejudice to quality. Purpose of the study: We aimed to determine the applicability of building materials and technologies used in low-cost construction. Methods: In the course of the study, we thoroughly reviewed literature sources addressing low-cost construction. Results: Based on the review, we determined six strategies of low-cost construction: effective planning, use of low-cost materials, use of environmentally-friendly materials, use of cost-efficient construction techniques, use of available alternative construction methods, and sustainable community through involvement and training. All over the world, knowledge exchange and technology development within local societies are considered techniques that reduce the cost of buildings at the expense of local manpower. We recommend governments to enhance the involvement of local resources by developing training programs in cooperation with local communities. Besides, governments should provide opportunities for the application of environmentally-friendly construction materials and encourage their use. This study will help researchers delve deeper into the issues and obstacles occurring in low-cost construction.

Analysis of Implementation the National Health Insurance Program Related to Health Services Based on Resources Aspects in Konawe District

Introduction: The Konawe Regency Government has unilaterally terminated the cooperation program with the Social Security Administrator which has been covering health insurance for the poor in Konawe. The Konawe local government has stopped paying premiums to the Health Insurance Agency for the Konawe community with Family Card holders and the health insurance status of family card holders is unclear until now and Family Card participants are no longer able to use family cards to get health insurance either at the health center or other health facilities. Based on this, the researcher wants to analyze the implementation of the National Health Insurance Program related to health services based on the aspect of resources in Konawe Regency.
 Method: Types of research is qualitative research using a case study approach. In this study, the researcher acts as the main research instrument. Key informants and regular informants as supporting instruments totaling 12 people.
 Result: In the interview, it was stated that based on our workload analysis, it was sufficient, including the existing health workers, namely 2 (two) general practitioners, 1 (one) dentist, 40 (forty) nurses, 30 (thirty) midwives, 2 (two) analysts people and 15 (fifteen) public health workers.
 Conclusion: The availability of health workers in 5 (five) public health center is not sufficient. Of the five health centers that became the object of research, there is still one health center that does not yet have a general practitioner.

Analysis of errors and inaccuracies in the current edition of the GOST R ISO 7730-2009 standard

The paper analyzes the inaccuracies and inconsistencies of the national standard GOST R ISO 7730-2009 "Ergonomics of the thermal environment. Analytical determination and interpretation of the comfort of the thermal regime using the calculation of PMV and PPD indicators and criteria of local thermal comfort" and similar international standard ISO 7730:2005. These standards are designed to assess the quality of the internal environment in order to comply with international practices both in the field of environmental sustainability and in the field of energy efficiency of construction. The authors have investigated and described inaccuracies and inconsistencies, have proposed their corrections in Sections 4 and 5, which establish the method of calculating the predicted mean estimate (PMV – Predicted Mean Vote) and the predicted percentage of dissatisfied with the temperature environment (PPD – Predicted Percentage of Dissatisfied), as well as in Appendix D, which contains a listing of the PMV calculation program in the BASIC language. The paper has been written in accordance with the recommendations developed during the implementation of the international project KO1089 "Green Arctic Building" of the Cross-Border Cooperation Program.

Repeating partners and partnerships in European Territorial Cooperation: a quantitative analysis

ABSTRACT European Territorial Cooperation programmes (also known as Interreg) are designed to promote integration by encouraging organizations in multiple regions to work together on projects to address shared challenges. While some key aspects of these programmes have been studied (territorial scope, thematic areas, types of initiatives), research into participant organizations and their logic within partnerships (groups of organizations working together on projects) and the reasons for their participation in multiple projects, individually or in clusters, has been less thorough. This article presents a quantitative analysis of programmes under Interreg B and C, investigating the variables that influence organizations’ involvement in partnerships and the logic behind repeated collaborations. The aim is to supplement existing research, complementing it and supporting providing a better understanding of this framework to programme planners, enabling them to make more informed decisions when aiming to maximize the impact of their programmes when considering partners and partnerships.

Establishment and utilization of diagnostic reference levels in medical imaging: Results from a survey and consultation under the IAEA technical cooperation programme in Europe and Central Asia

The paper presents the results of the activities under the IAEA Technical Cooperation programme in Europe and Central Asia, aiming to improve utilization of diagnostic reference levels (DRLs) in the region through identifying status, problems, and gaps in establishing and utilization of the DRLs, and suggesting potential solutions. Status was identified through a survey with two electronic questionnaires answered by the regulatory bodies for radiation protection of 26 IAEA Member States and 34 representatives of relevant professional bodies of medical physics, radiology, nuclear medicine or radiographers. Problems, good practices and potential solutions were identified as a result of the discussion during a regional workshop with 50 nominated representatives of 21 countries. Results were disseminated through open webinars. Existing gaps are related to the lack of adequate regulations in some countries, inadequate awareness of radiological professionals of DRLs as a tool for optimization, insufficient cooperation among relevant stakeholders, education, and staffing. Strengthening of the cooperation between regulatory and professional bodies could benefit the awareness and consequently the utilization of DRLs in clinical practice. The need of improved education and training of the DRL process was highlighted. Improved inspection procedures and education of inspectors would also support the process. Access to clinically qualified medical physicists was found to be critical for the DRL utilization. Suggestions were placed for continuous IAEA assistance through training, guidance and expert support.

Területi immobilitás mint lehetőség és perspektíva a falusi fiatalok életében


 
 
 The purpose of the study is to explore and describe the characteristics, mobility dimensions of immobilized youth living in small settlements of less than 2500 people and seeing opportunities and perspectives in their own villages. We examine separately the views of parents of young people on their children’s mobility, seeking parallels and explanations with their views. The results may serve as a basis for further research and may prepare analyzes focusing on the target group. The research was carried out in the framework of the MTA Excellence Cooperation Program, the Mobility Research Center, and 104 interviews form the basis of the research.
 
 

Mapping the Species Richness of Woody Plants in Republic of Korea

As climate change continues to impact the planet, the importance of forests is becoming increasingly emphasized. The International Co-operative Program on the Assessment and Monitoring of Air Pollution Effects on Forests (ICP Forests) has been monitoring and assessing forests in 40 countries since 1985. In Republic of Korea, the first Forest Health Management (FHM) survey was a nationwide sample point assessment conducted between 2011 and 2015. However, there are limitations in representing the health of forests that occupy 63.7% of Korea’s land area due to the nature of sample point surveys, which survey a relatively small area. Accordingly, a species richness map was created to promote species diversity in forest health evaluations in Republic of Korea. The map was created using data from the first FHM survey, which examined 28 factors with 12 survey indicators in four categories: tree health, vegetation health, soil health, and atmospheric health. We conducted an ensemble modeling of species distribution for woody plant species that are major habitats in Republic of Korea. To select the species, we used the first FHM survey data and chose those with more than 100 sample points, resulting in a total of 11 species. We then created the species richness map of Republic of Korea by overlaying their distributions. To verify the accuracy of the derived map, an independent verification was conducted using statistical verification and external data from the National Natural Environment Survey. To support forest management that accounts for climate change adaptation, the derived species richness map was validated based on the vegetation climate distribution map of the Korean Peninsula, which was published by the Korea National Arboretum. The map confirmed that species richness is highest around the boundary of the deciduous forest in the central temperate zone and lowest around the evergreen and deciduous mixed forest in the southern temperate zone. By establishing this map, it was possible to confirm the spatial distribution of species by addressing the limitations of direct surveys, which are unable to represent all forests. However, it is important to note that not all factors of the first FHM survey were considered during the spatialization process, and the target area only includes Republic of Korea. Thus, further research is necessary to expand the target area and include additional items.

COOPERATION NETWORKS: THE CONTRASSENSE OF MICRO AND SMALL COMPANIES IN BAHIA OF ATTACHING HIGH IMPORTANCE BUT NOT PARTICIPATING IN THESE NETWORKS

Interorganizational cooperation, supported by public policy instruments in developed countries, is present in Brazil in localized cases with unquestionably favourable results, such as the successful Network Cooperation Program, coordinated by the state government of Rio Grande do Sul. However, in other regions of the country, there is a difficulty in ensuring the active participation of actors in collaborative processes, regardless of the high importance they attach to this participation. In this article, the possibility of stimulating the competitiveness of micro and small companies was evaluated by fostering the formation and development of cooperation networks. The survey results show that despite the low participation of these companies in cooperative actions, it is recognized that cooperation positively affects business competitiveness. In addition, it was found that the presence of Support Organizations to mobilize, create and oversee the rules applied to the cooperative process is seen as relevant and desired by most companies.

Meningkatkan Ekonomi Masyarakat Dengan Peranan KSPP Syariah BMT Barrah

Cooperatives exist as a solution for the welfare of the community. KSPP BMT Barrah is a concrete form of institution that helps in improving the community's economy. The purpose of this study is to determine the program, implementation and impact felt by members or customers who have collaborated with KSPP BMT Barrah, Cimahi City Branch. The method used is descriptive qualitative method, and uses an interpretive paradigm. The research results show that: first, the program provided by KSPP BMT Barrah is specifically for members or customers with the aim of improving the economy. Second, the implementation of cooperation programs carried out by members or customers can be carried out because they use simple procedures. Third, the impact felt by members or customers is different, this happens because in the process of managing business capital it depends on the members or customers themselves in managing, but there are similarities, namely members or customers are greatly helped by collaborating with KSPP BMT Barrah.

Course-Setting of Chinese Traditional Culture in China-Foreign Cooperative Programs —— With Universities in Shanghai as Examples

Course-Setting of Chinese Traditional Culture in China-Foreign Cooperative Programs —— With Universities in Shanghai as Examples

Gone but not forgotten (yet): Interreg in post-Brexit UK

ABSTRACT Territorial cooperation has a long history in the UK. Numerous stakeholders in the UK have a long-standing and active engagement in the EU’s Territorial Cooperation Programmes (also known as ETC and Interreg). Launched in 1990, Interreg is the EU’s framework for territorial cooperation, enabling joint actions and policy exchanges between national, regional and local actors from different Member States. Brexit led to the decision on the part of the UK Government not to participate in EU territorial cooperation programmes after 2021, except for the PEACE Plus programme covering Northern Ireland. This article examines what will be lost because of this decision, especially in terms of what, where and what types of organisations are impacted, and what will be ‘missed’ in terms of the added value associated with territorial cooperation. At a time when cooperation is seen as a key lever to support efforts in addressing major economic, political, social and environmental challenges, and border relations, the article examines what, if anything, is being/can be done to fill the gaps? The article is based on documentary analysis, programme data and engagement with policy, programme and project stakeholders.

Conceptualising Taiwan’s Soft Power Projection in its ‘New Southbound Policy’

This paper examines Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy (NSP-T) from a soft power conceptual perspective. It traces the origins of the NSP-T before the Tsai Ing-wen administration came into power in 2016 and then discusses the NSP-T’s subsequent implementation. Through an overview of the earlier ‘Go South Policy’ (GSP) during the administrations of Lee Teng-hui, Chen Shui-bian and Ma Ying-jeou (1994–2016), this paper finds that soft power was not institutionalised in the policy despite it being a prevalent concept, and repeatedly propagated by successive Taiwanese presidents for their foreign policy goals. Soft power is now outlined as the ‘overarching link’ connecting Taiwan and the NSP-T countries for the attainment of the former’s three strategic aims ─ identifying a new direction and driving force for a new stage of Taiwan’s economic development, redefining Taiwan’s important role in regional development and creating future value for Taiwan’s engagements in the region. This article seeks to extrapolate how soft power contributes to the achievement of the three policy visions in Southeast Asia. Through assessments of NSP-T cooperation programmes and strategies in its six sectors of medical care, agriculture, manufacturing, tourism, education and civil society, an analytical model is introduced to explain Taiwan’s soft power projection in Southeast Asia.

EDUKASI MP-ASI CEGAH STUNTING DENGAN METODE EMO-DEMO CEMILAN SEMBARANGAN DI POSYANDU BALITA

Based on the results of Basic Health Research (Riskesdas) in 2013 the prevalence of stunting under five (height per age) in Indonesia reached 37.2%, while the World Health Organization (WHO) limit was less than 20% (Ministry of Health RI, 2017)(Dewina, 2021) . Whereas in Panangkatan Village, Banjarharjo District, Brebes Regency, in 2021 there will be 636 toddlers with stunting cases, 105 toddlers (16.6%) below the national figure, while in 2021 the number of toddlers is 655 toddlers with stunting cases 73 toddlers, (11.1%) ) malnutrition 14 toddlers, malnutrition 56 toddlers (Nuryati & Hanna, 2022). Based on the preliminary survey, most mothers who have children under two years old in Panangkatan Village, Banjarharjo District, Brebes Regency, provide unhealthy snacks as complementary food to breast milk (MP-ASI). Meanwhile, when they come to Posyandu every month they get additional food in the form of eggs, bananas, sometimes peanut porridge, etc. To change the behavior of mothers under five regarding MP-ASI, they have never been given counseling on healthy snacks to accompany ASI with the EMO-DEMO method. The problem of stunting, one of the disorders of malnutrition in toddlers, is still a concern of the government. Thus the LPPM UHAMKA Partner Cooperation Program (PKM) in community service offers a solution for MP-ASI Education to Prevent Stunting with the EMO_DEMO Method of Random Snacks at Posyandu Mawar 2 Panangkatan Village, Banjarharjo District, Brebes Regency. The purpose of this community service is to increase the knowledge, attitudes and behavior of mothers under five in providing complementary foods for breastfeeding. The MP-ASI education method that will be carried out with EMO-DEMO with the following stages: Coordinating with the head of Panangkatan Village, Dera Asyifa Hospital Banjarharjo, and the Bandungsari Health Center, identifying the nutritional status of toddlers, counseling on the impact of stunting on toddler health and the CONTENTS OF PIRINGKU, MP-ASI Education process using the EMO-DEMO method of random snacks, evaluating and recording reporting. The results of community service through the pretest and posttest, it turns out that the results show that there is a difference between the respondent's knowledge score before education with a score of 66 and after being given education with a score of 80.3. Apart from going through the pretest posttest also by asking questions about the material that has been presented, where participants who can answer get prizes from the committee, and it turns out that almost all participants can answer all the quiz questions with prizes

Psychiatric Morbidity, Utilization and Quality of Mental Health Care in Long-Term Unemployed People.

Research has shown complex interactions between unemployment and mental health. However, the prevalence of specific mental disorders, utilization of mental health care services and influences on help-seeking behavior have been investigated surprisingly little in the past. In this study, we investigated a sample of long-term unemployed people in a cooperation program of the local unemployment agency and a psychiatric university hospital in a larger city in Germany. Mental disorders, treatment history, accordance of treatment to national treatment guidelines and factors influencing previous treatment were assessed. Participants (n = 879; male 56%, female 44%, mean age 43.9 years) showed a high psychiatric morbidity, mostly with diagnoses from the ICD-10 categories F1 (22%), F3 (61%) and F4 (68%). Currently, 18% were in psychiatric treatment, 6% were in psychotherapeutic treatment, and 28% received psychopharmacological treatment. Mostly young men underutilized the psychiatric-psychotherapeutic system, with middle-aged men and women being most frequently in psychopharmacological treatment. Of those treated, only about 10% of the subjects currently received a treatment according to national guidelines. The utilization of psychotherapeutic treatment was strikingly poor. This study identified high psychiatric morbidity and severe treatment gaps in unemployed people. These results can help to target subjects with specific needs for interventions and to modify counseling programs.

Main aspects of Moldovan-Georgian relations

Main aspects of Moldovan-Georgian relations

An intersectional analysis of women's experiences in forest carbon monitoring in Peru, Cameroon and Nepal

Gender equity has progressed unequally within science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields, with geosciences and specifically the Earth Observation (EO) field remaining largely unbalanced. Limited work has centred women's experiences in forest carbon monitoring (FCM), a field that combines EO and in situ data collection. Fewer studies have focused on perceptions of women from Latin America, Africa and Asia. This study examines participants in SilvaCarbon, an interagency technical cooperation program of the U.S. Government to build FCM capacity in tropical countries, where fewer women have historically participated as participants or training leaders. To better understand barriers that women face in FCM, we analyse personal narratives shared by women in Peru, Cameroon and Nepal. The framework of intersectionality facilitates exploration of intersectional identities in concert with gender that affect women in three distinct country contexts. Findings indicate that individuals' opportunities in FCM are affected by multiple combined identities and circumstances at the personal and structural levels, and through socially constructed, attributed, and perceived identities.

Beyond the regulatory state? The European Defence Fund and national military capacities

ABSTRACT The European Union’s competences in armament policy have increased and its policy instruments have shifted towards military capacity-building. Illustrative of this, the European Defence Fund (EDF) finances cooperative research and development programmes in defence. Given military capacity-building’s centrality for statehood, I investigate the EDF to analyse the extent to which it challenges national prerogatives. I argue that the EDF represents a change away from the European Union’s regulatory role, and yet, does not correspond to a ‘positive’ supranational security state. Instead, the EDF represents a hybrid military capacity-building instrument, combining national ownership and EU (co-)financing of defence capacities. This argument builds conceptually on the state-building scholarship’s distinction between the centralisation of military and financial resources and adapts it to the EU multilevel governance. Theoretically, I build on constructivist public policy and core state power scholarship and demonstrate that the EDF’s hybrid design is the result of policy frame competition. The Commission-driven ‘efficiency’ frame, pushing for supranational centralisation of financial and military resources, was effectively tamed by member-states, whose preferences regarding defence and fiscal policies (‘distribution of competences’ frame) excluded EU ownership of defence assets and limited its financing role.

Vietnam Airlines: The Untold Story

This case study delves into the operations of Vietnam Airlines (VNA) in the domestic market, and its efforts to achieve global airline status. The external factors and challenges that affect its business operations are identified, while the development strategy to improve its position in the aviation industry market is highlighted. The customer-first strategy is considered the key to improving VNA’s position in the market. This strategy emphasizes on the realization of customer satisfaction, as the route towards business success. VNA also exploited the benefits of cooperation programme, to expand its business market. To go global, VNA needs to work hand in hand with other airlines in the world. A joint venture is the most favourable means for VNA to step into the international market. However, while a joint venture facilitates the expansion of business internationally, and ensures sustainable growth, the risks and challenges that come with this strategy cannot be sidestepped. The risks, challenges and opportunities associated to the conducting business internationally, are discussed during this study.

Application of the Quadruple Helix Model and Feed Processing Technology in Supporting Good Breeding Practice at Bali Cattle Breeding in Parepare City

The beef cattle population in Bacukiki District experienced a low growth rate from 2015 to 2019. This was due to the absence of an empowerment program or model of cooperation that brought together relevant stakeholders and the lack of information regarding beef cattle farming technology. Farmers really need an increase in livestock and institutional capacity through technological innovation in overcoming problems and utilizing the potential of available regional resources. The Hasanuddin University Community Service Program-Partnership-Community Program (PPMU-PK-M) which was held at the Liae Livestock Farmers Group, Watang Bacukiki Village aims to increase the capacity of farmers through training. There were two solutions offered in this activity: 1) conducting Focus Group Discussions (FGD) in order to apply the Quadruple Helix concept and 2) providing technical training related to Good Breeding Practice in terms of feed management and processing. The results of the FGD were in the form of agreements and consolidation regarding the application of the Quadruple Helix model and the role of each stakeholder. Farmers carefully and enthusiastically participated in feed processing technology training in an effort to achieve Good Breeding Practice. The application of the Quadruple Helix model in Bali cattle breeding can support the achievement of Good Breeding Practice in Parepare City so that it can become a model for other areas in the vicinity.

Donor motivation in the era of the COVID-19 crisis: Focusing on South Korean health diplomacy and response aid to COVID-19

COVID-19 has brought an unprecedented global economic burden. The widely held view is that, during times of economic crisis, there are reduced flows of foreign aid due to budgetary constraints. Although some countries’ actions seem aligned with this perspective, others, including South Korea, have acted counter-intuitively. South Korea has implemented health-related diplomacy, initiating the Agenda for Building Resilience against COVID-19 through the Development Cooperation (ABC) program. This program provides countries with COVID-19 diagnosis kits, personal protective equipment, such as masks, and health-related capacity for building and development projects. We attempt to understand the behavior of donors in the crisis context and, thus, examine South Korea as a representative case. Using South Korean health-related diplomacy as our case study, we show that South Korea has considered both its interests and recipients’ needs. Furthermore, a quantitative study with newly constructed data from the ABC program reveals that South Korea provides higher amounts of Official Development Assistance (ODA) via its ABC program to recipients with whom it enjoys close economic ties and with whom it has given higher amounts of ODA. The latter finding suggests a path-dependent act in foreign aid allocation.