Cultural Programs Research Articles

Research on the Interface Design of Persimmon Dyeing Culture based on Situation Construction

China's persimmon dyeing culture has a profound heritage and is rich in national characteristics. However, with the departure of the production artists, the persimmon dyeing culture is facing the severe challenge of rapid extinction. In order to continue to promote Chinese persimmon dyeing culture and improve the public's awareness of persimmon dyeing, by analyzing the historical background, artistic value, and social significance of persimmon dyeing culture, and building a theory based on the situation, a small program of persimmon dyeing culture was constructed to spread Chinese persimmon dyeing, to enhancing user experience and cultural identity. The research adopted a multi-disciplinary research method, which was user-centered and combined with historical document research, sociology, art, and information technology to comprehensively analyze the persimmon dyeing process. User testing and feedback show that the small program is highly interactive, has high user participation and can provide users with an immersive experience. This research not only has important practical value for the inheritance of persimmon dyeing culture, but also provides new perspectives and methods for the digital dissemination of traditional culture.

Unveiling the Lived Experiences of Western Indonesian Students in Javan Higher Education Institutions: A Phenomenological Exploration

This qualitative research embarks on an exploratory journey into the lived experiences of a specific group of students—young minds from western Indonesia who are embarking on an academic journey in the dynamic ecosystem of higher education institutions in Java. In the literature synthesis, it is clear that while the experiences of international students have been studied extensively, the experiences of certain subgroups within a country remain relatively unexplored. This phenomenological exploration of the life experiences of West Indonesian students in Javanese institutions not only enriches academic discourse but also informs practical strategies for enhancing the educational journey of these students. The study identified several major challenges faced by these students, including language barriers, misunderstanding of culture and social norms, variations in academic expectations, adaptation to local cuisine, and the formation of social networks. While these challenges were formidable, the narratives of these students also reveal their resilience and capacity for personal growth. These findings offer valuable insights that go beyond academia. Recommendations include establishing a standardized and accessible cultural orientation program, fostering a network of peer support, and recognizing the need for academic guidance tailored to the unique challenges facing Western Indonesian students. This research not only contributes to a deeper understanding of cross-cultural adaptation and personal growth but also has practical implications for policymakers and educational institutions.

Setting the Olympic Stage for Cultural Programming: An Examination of Exercises in Soft Power and Instances of Institutional Entrepreneurship during London 2012

Setting the Olympic Stage for Cultural Programming: An Examination of Exercises in Soft Power and Instances of Institutional Entrepreneurship during London 2012

A Case Study Investigating the Relational Well-Being of International Students at Hohai University Nanjing, Jiangsu Province of China.

This study acknowledges the growing importance of international student mobility and examines the relational well-being of international students at Hohai University in Nanjing, China. Understanding the complexities of interactions among international students is essential for their well-being and the university's overall success, since this tendency continues to increase. By examining the distinct possibilities and problems faced by international students at Hohai University and considering elements including cultural distinctiveness, the campus environment, interpersonal dynamics, and support networks, the study fills a research void. For this purpose, 150 international students at Hohai University participated in semi-structured interviews and 10 participants participated in unstructured interviews as part of the mixed-methods approach to obtain in-depth information. Hence, the descriptive data were analyzed using SPSS and qualitative analyses were performed using NVIVO. According to preliminary findings derived from quantitative data, important results emphasize the significant impact of homesickness (0.143, T value: 5.931) and the positive correlation of relational well-being (0.146), highlighting their significance. The effect of the language barrier is also significant (0.125, T value: 4.378), whereas loneliness has little bearing (0.011, T value: 0.847). Additionally, the highest concern of the international students (M = 8.35; SD = 1.43) was making connections with local students. Additionally, (M = 8.21; SD = 1.15) international students favored Hohai University, which provided a welcoming atmosphere for intercultural dialogue. The Foreign Student Office, social events, cultural exchange programs, counseling services, and peer support networks are just a few examples of the support structures and networks crucial to international students' general well-being. At the same time, the cultural hurdles, including the language barrier and loneliness, seemed to be the challenge. The study concludes by shedding light on the relational well-being of international students at Hohai University and highlighting the importance of community-building and supporting actions. The results provide insightful information that will help the institution better respond to the particular difficulties that international students encounter, creating a more welcoming and stimulating atmosphere. This study establishes the foundation for further research in comparable contexts and advances our understanding of relational well-being in the context of experiences for overseas students.

Assessing the Efficacy of Medical and Cultural Support for Immigrant Adaptation and Social Integration

Background: The research was designed to investigate the perceptions and attitudes of immigrants towards extra medical support programs that Immigrant Support Centers (ISC) offer. We aimed to find how they evaluate such medical support in terms of helpfulness for social integration in the host country. Methods: The study was performed in South Korea during May-June 2023. A questionnaire was prepared in six languages, with 132 participants. The survey categorized the respondents into three groups, group (A) that received only medical support, group (B) that received only cultural support, and group (C) that received both. The statistical program SPSS windows 22.0 was used for the analysis, and finding the most effective way of medical and cultural support programs was verified through inter-group analysis. Results: The analysis of the results shows that the immigrants find the biggest hardship in the new country when a health problem occurs. The most significant barriers were language differences and cultural differences. The immigrants’ participation in the extra medical support programs can address those barriers. However, time, age, and length of stay were significant factors, and most of the participants found the extra cultural support more effective at the earlier stage of their stay in Korea. Discussion: The study suggests that it is important to provide both medical and cultural support in the early stage of the immigrants staying in another country. Indeed, this might be a way to use medical support to induce them to further adaptation. Besides, providing culturally oriented medical support is likely to foster social integration through medical support.

The Impact of Cultural Contact on Exchange Students’ Foreign Language Development

It is well-known that participating in a cultural exchange program brings about many personal, social, academic, and professional benefits for the exchange student. One of those benefits is improving the student’s foreign language. The current study, therefore, aims to investigate how cultural exchange student programs lead to the improvement of students’ language skills, in particular, and overall language fluency and proficiency, in general. The data was gathered through a questionnaire and a semi-structured interview. 16 Moroccan exchange alumni from the YES (Youth Exchange Scholarship) program were recruited using snowball sampling to take part in the study and evaluate how their proficiency in English has progressed thanks to the ten months of cultural exchange they have spent in the host country and the most helpful activities that helped them improve their language skills. Then seven of them were selected to give more insights into this language improvement. The data from the questionnaire and the interviews showed that students relied on different activities to further improve their productive and receptive skills making use of the contact they had with native speakers in the host country. Moreover, the data revealed a significant improvement in the students’ language proficiency and language fluency.

Identifying the role of industrial heritage in the European Capital of Culture programme

There has been an increasing level of recognition of the interaction between cultural mega-events and built heritage in recent years. While research has broadly identified the need to align strategies and visions, as well as involve heritage actors and local communities, there has not been a systematic investigation of the position of industrial heritage within this tableau. This paper examines in depth the European Capital of Culture (ECoC) programme, as it is one of the longest standing Capital of Culture programmes in the world and has a significant record of investment and urban transformation. In this paper, we survey and categorise the inclusion of industrial heritage within the ECoC programme in 36 host cities and regions spread across Europe. This research provides the most comprehensive understanding to date of the specific forms of interaction between industrial heritage and ECoCs to better understand the kinds of relationships that have taken place. We then explore in detail the projects and decisions made in the cases of the 2023 Elefsina, 2017 Pafos and 2008 Liverpool ECoCs.

Intimate partner violence after childbirth: an explanatory sequential mixed-methods study protocol

BackgroundIntimate partner violence (IPV) is the most common form of violence against women. Postpartum IPV refers to any type of IPV that occurs up to one year after childbirth and has many adverse impacts on mothers and their children. Considering the lack of sufficient information on the prevalence and factors related to IPV after childbirth in Iran, this study aimed to evaluate the frequency and severity of IPV, its different forms, and psychosocial factors related to IPV, as well as to explore how IPV is perceived among mothers one year after childbirth.MethodsAn explanatory sequential mixed-methods design was used to conduct this study in two phases. The first phase is a cross-sectional study that will be performed on postpartum mothers who have a one-year-old child referred to health care centers in the southern region of Tehran, Iran, with the aim of determining the prevalence of IPV and its related factors. The second phase is a qualitative conventional content analysis study with the purpose of exploring women’s experiences and perceptions of IPV and its preventive or protective factors. Purposive sampling will be used. Based on the results of the quantitative phase, mothers who are at the two ends of the IPV spectrum (based on their total Conflict Tactics Scale (CTS-2) scores) will be selected, and in-depth and semistructured interviews will be conducted with them. Finally, the researchers will provide an interpretation of the quantitative results using qualitative data.DiscussionThis is the first study that uses a mixed methods approach to explain different dimensions of IPV, its related factors, and mothers' perceptions of it. By providing a better understanding of this phenomenon, it is hoped that the results of this research will be used by policymakers and officials of educational and cultural systems to plan and provide effective interventions, enact laws, and present educational and cultural programs to prevent IPV after childbirth.Ethical codeIR.TUMS.FNM.REC1400.200.

Precarious labour geographies of working holiday makers: querying sustainability

The boundaries between tourism and migration are blurry. This blurring has been beneficial for the governments of wealthy countries enabling them to import a large and flexible temporary workforce that can be directed toward regions and industries where there are labour shortages. Such is the case with the Australian Working Holiday Program (AWHP); a historically tourism-focused cultural exchange program that began in 1975. Since the 1990s, the Australian Government has leveraged the AWHP to support several of Australia’s critical industries. This has been achieved through the tweaking of mobility infrastructures that link Working Holiday Makers’ (WHMs) ability to stay in Australia to employment conditions. Such conditions increase precarity among WHMs, directing them towards remote regions and industries where there are evident labour shortages. While these mobility infrastructures significantly benefit Australia’s economy, they result in WHMs being highly vulnerable to exploitation. Such vulnerability is layered with WHMs from less wealthy, non-English-speaking countries facing the highest levels of vulnerability. This study investigates the way mobility infrastructures in the AWHP influence WHMs’ mobilities, as well as how such mobilities are experienced in uneven and unjust ways. There is urgency to interrogate the role that such programs play in contributing to unjust mobilities, and to query the attendant implications for sustainability.

Türk Devletleri Teşkilatı Perspektifinden Balkanlardaki Türk Diasporası

Diaspora kelimesi Yunan dilinde sağa sola saçılmış/dağılmış tohumlar manasında kullanılan “dia” ve “sporos”’ kelimelerinden türetilmiştir. Geçmişten günümüze anlam bakımından birçok dönüşüm geçirmiş olmasına rağmen, bu konudaki tartışmalar bugün de devam etmektedir. İnsanlık tarihi boyunca toplumların keyfi veyahut zorla yerinden edilmelerinin yol açtığı siyasi, iktisadi, sosyo-kültürel etkiler dünyanın pek çok coğrafyasında diaspora şeklinde ifade edilen toplulukların oluşmasına yol açmıştır. Buradan hareketle bu çalışma dünyanın birçok coğrafyasında var olmaya çalışan Türk Diasporasının bir parçası olup tarihsel süreçte ana vatanlarından ayrılmak durumunda kalan Balkan Türklerinin perspektifinden, Türk Devletleri Teşkilatının varlığı ve önemine odaklanmaktadır. Her ne kadar TDT sistematiğinin temelinde Türk yurtlarındaki toplumsal birliktelik hedeflenmiş olsa da bu coğrafya dışında kalmış Türkler için de bu teşkilatın varlığı ve çalışmaları mühim öneme sahiptir. Kaldı ki Türk Devletleri Teşkilatının son dönemki adımlarından biri de dünya üzerindeki Türk diasporasına yönelik bir dizi iktisadi, sosyal ve kültürel forum programları olmuştur. Bu bağlamda çalışmada Türk Devletleri Teşkilatının Balkan Türk diasporasına yönelik bakış açısı ve faaliyetleri ortaya konmaya çalışılmıştır.

Fostering collective impact in arts-based interventions and cultural programs for creative well-being of older adults

Despite growing interest in research into how the arts impact older adults’ health and well-being, there are many related complexities that are yet to be fully understood. This is partly due to the fact that documentation and analysis of arts-based interventions and cultural programmes for older adults in the public service domain are relatively new and uncommon. Furthermore, the effective implementation and the delivery of such inter­ventions to ageing people generally involve many stakeholders, often with divergent interests and priorities. This article presents an interview-based study that explores the diverse experiences of professionals from different sectors who have been involved in delivery of arts-based interventions and cultural programmes for older adults in South Korea and Finland. The study maps out similarities and differences in the approaches taken and the challenges faced in such interventions, using the five themes of the narrative interviews that have been conducted. The study findings highlight the need for supporting collective efforts among the diverse stakeholders to provide effective arts-based interventions and cultural programmes for ageing people. We argue that such efforts will ultimately become catalysts for synergetic actions that address the interconnected and encompassing challenges of an ageing society.

Counterurban sensibilities in the global countryside: The relational making of rurality and heritage in Xizhou Town, Southwest China

This paper investigates the series of works that Brian Linden, an American citizen and the founding president of the cultural tourism brand the Linden Centre (LC), has undertaken in Xizhou, a rural township in Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, Southwest China. Drawing on the counterurbanisation scholarship, this study recognises the place-based and endogenous qualities and assets of rural place that motivate the migration of Linden and the LC staff to Xizhou. However, we concurrently argue that the counterurbanisation thesis needs to be enriched through a conversation with the ascendancy of relational rurality and the global countryside, as counterurbanisation inevitably entail rich circularities of discourses, meanings, materials, and cultural knowledge. This has resulted in new ways that rural places are valued and appropriated by different actors on the move. Probing into a miscellany of cultural practices and educational programmes masterminded by the LC, this paper analyses how they deviate from the “authentic” meanings and uses of the heritage buildings but respond to broader visions and aspirations for a more fulfilling life vis-à-vis modernity. This study contributes to the counterurbanisation debate by revealing how counterurban movements can be mobilised to provide cultural, discursive, and material resources that address cultural sensibilities, aspirations, and projects articulated at broader scales.

Understanding cultural inclusion in alcohol and other drug services in New South Wales, Australia and assessing the acceptability of a cultural inclusion audit.

Cultural inclusion and competence are understood at the most basic level to be the practice of considering culture so as to provide effective services to people of different cultural backgrounds. In order to work better with clients from diverse backgrounds, alcohol and other drug (AOD) services need to offer a service that is designed to be accessible to all people, where systems in place operate in a way that considers different cultural needs. This research aimed to assess the extent to which non-government AOD services in New South Wales are positioned to support cultural inclusion as well as to evaluate the acceptability of a cultural inclusion audit across four AOD sites. The research adopted a mixed methods approach comprising of a pre-audit online survey (n = 85) designed to assess AOD services' attitudes and practices towards cultural inclusion, and in-depth interviews that were conducted with nine AOD service staff and four cultural auditors to explore the acceptability of a cultural inclusion audit process. Findings from the survey indicate cultural inclusion practices are limited. Interview data highlight that while staff are not fully aware of what appropriate cultural inclusions entails, they are receptive to and want a cultural inclusion program. The study illustrates the benefits of implementing a cultural inclusion audit process aimed at raising awareness of what cultural inclusion entails. Including a cultural inclusion service audit is likely to enhance AOD service provision to culturally and linguistically diverse groups and thereby improve treatment outcomes.

TYPOLOGY OF CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL RADIO PROGRAMS

The typology of cultural and educational radio programs reflects the diverse approaches and methodologies employed in broadcasting to disseminate cultural knowledge and educational content. This article explores the various types of cultural and educational radio programs, examining their characteristics, objectives, and impact on listeners. It highlights the significance of these programs in promoting cultural awareness, lifelong learning, and social cohesion.

Spanish cultural diplomacy in Portugal: Cultural programming of the Instituto Cervantes de Lisboa and SPAIN arts & culture

Spanish cultural diplomacy in Portugal: Cultural programming of the Instituto Cervantes de Lisboa and SPAIN arts & culture

“Korean Wave” and development trends of the South Korean broadcasting corporation KBS

INTRODUCTION. The study examines the history, development, licensing features, and financial problems of the South Korean broadcasting corporation KBS. The relevance of the topic is due to insufficient knowledge of the influence of the Korean wave and South Korean media companies on the global media market. The goal is to show the features of KBS’s development strategy.MATERIALS AND METHODS. Aspects of the Korean wave, the history of the formation of KBS, its development trends in 2023 and 2024, and broadcasting directions in 2024 are studied. The media products of the South Korean international radio station KBS World Radio, broadcasting in Russian, are considered. The reasons for the occurrence and ways to solve the financial difficulties of KBS are analyzed. Conclusions about KBS development trends are made on the basis of media materials published on the company’s websites, as well as South Korean media news covering changes in the features of paying for the KBS television license. The works of researchers on the features of the Korean wave and KBS’s strategy to combat advertising addiction are considered.RESULT AND DISCUSSION. KBS’s activities are aimed at creating a healthy broadcasting culture and objective news programs and promoting Korean culture. KBS officials announced their broadcast policy for 2024, focusing on ensuring impartiality and promoting innovative content across various media platforms to expand their audience reach. Media company KBS is expected to face significant challenges in 2024. Domestic and international competition for content, changes in the media landscape and KBS’s license fee collection have caused financial problems.CONCLUSION. KBS influences the global media market by promoting the Korean Wave. The radio station KBS World Radio creates content for the Russian audience. The experience of South Korean entertainment media can be used for the activities of leading Russian television and radio broadcasting corporations. The results of the study can be used to increase the quality of Russian analogues of Korean media products. The findings add to the consideration of methods for promoting national culture among young people around the world.

СУЧАСНІ ТЕХНОЛОГІЇ ПРОЄКТУВАННЯ НАУКОВО-ДОСЛІДНОГО ТА НАВЧАЛЬНОГО ЦЕНТРУ НАРОДНИХ ПРОМИСЛІВ

The article proposes modern technologies and develops conceptual approaches to the design of a research and educational center that ensure functionality and compliance with historical traditions. The main planning zones and functions of the complex have been determined, including administrative, educational, research, craft, exhibition and recreational zones, ensuring the effective use of the territory and promoting the popularization of folk crafts. In order to form the conceptual foundations, the comparative historical method was used in the study in order to evaluate the organization of places in the past and integrate them into the present. In the 19th century, landlord settlements were a key component of the socio-economic structure on the territory of Ukraine. The analysis of folk crafts and their integration at the cultural heritage site allows for the implementation of a cultural program for visitors, namely: various workshops in weaving, pottery, cheese making, baking, woodworking, as well as holding folk holidays and ceremonies. An important part of the cultural program are folklore performances and theatrical productions, which contribute to the preservation of Ukrainian culture. Planning solutions have been developed that take into account the characteristics of historic buildings and the landscape, including strengthening the banks, installing drainage systems and other engineering measures to ensure the stability, sustainability and safety of the complex. The project of the research and training center of folk crafts in the village of Sednіv (Chernihiv region) is an important step in preserving the cultural heritage of Ukraine. It will contribute to the economic growth of the region and sustainable development, the development of tourism, raising the level of public awareness of folk crafts and traditions.

Analisis Nilai-Nilai Kearifan Lokal Program Sekolah Budaya Sebagai Penunjang Projek Profil Pelajar Pancasila dalam Kurikulum Merdeka di SDN Kaliwining 07 Rambipuji Jember

In Indonesia, the curriculum has changed several times in line with the change of ministers and the needs of students. Recently it has been intensified in relation to the independent curriculum initiated by the Ministry of Education and Culture. The Merdeka curriculum promotes a comfortable, happy and structured learning atmosphere for students and educators. To achieve the expected competencies in the implementation of the independent curriculum, a project was designed to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students as a curricular activity to support competency achievement in the learning process. To support the achievement of the competencies expected in the Pancasila student profile project, Kaliwining 07 State Elementary School implemented a cultural school program, where students while in the school environment were listened to by national and regional songs, as well as traditional games. The approach used in this research is a qualitative approach with a descriptive type. While the data collection technique uses three stages, namely observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis used is Miles and Huberman's interactive analysis, namely data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. Test the validity of the data using source triangulation and technique triangulation. So as to produce research results that, the application of the cultural school program at SDN Kaliwining 07 Rambipuji Jember which grows and develops colors the quality of life in schools which also contributes to instilling local wisdom values. in the Pancasila student profile project, where students are expected to be able to understand and apply Pancasila values ​​in everyday life. One way to achieve this goal is to integrate local wisdom values ​​into learning activities in the school environment through the Cultural School program. Thus, students can understand that Pancasila is not just a concept or ideology, but also includes local wisdom values ​​that are part of the culture and character of the Indonesian nation

Student Leadership Qualities through Academic Sports Diplomacy and Qualities

This research investigates the field of academic sports diplomacy, with a specific emphasis on the leadership abilities and levels of involvement exhibited by student-athletes. By conducting a thorough analysis, this study reveals valuable insights regarding the evaluation of leadership skills in student-athletes across different dimensions. These dimensions encompass modeling the way, encouraging the heart, enabling others to act, challenging the process, and inspiring a shared vision. Furthermore, this study investigates the level of involvement of student-athletes in academic sports diplomacy. This includes activities such as student-athlete exchanges, international sports competitions, cultural sports exchange programs, international sports projects, and cross-country competitions. The research emphasizes a positive relationship between leadership abilities and involvement in sports diplomacy initiatives, emphasizing the significance of leadership training in promoting active engagement. Furthermore, this study illuminates important challenges encountered by student-athletes, including limitations on time, gaps in awareness, the necessity for skill development, the juggling of competing priorities, the importance of cultural comprehension, and the significance of collaborative efforts. The results of this study provide valuable insights for the creation of strategies and programs that aim to empower student-athletes in their role as effective representatives of sports diplomacy. These initiatives seek to foster cultural connections and inspire positive global transformations.

Neo-liberal Narratives or Neo-orientalism: Reflections from Post-9/11 American Novel on Arab Woman

This study argues for an articulation of ‘neo-orientalism’ in order to situate neoliberal agendas (ideology) as an expression of neo-orientalist discourse in a globalized world. Analysis explores these attitudes on the status of Arab Muslim woman by referring to The Dawn by Homa Pourasgari (2009), which extensively elaborates on the dichotomous comparison between the oppressive East and the neoliberal West and how that is reflected in the life of Arab woman. This study on the status of Arab woman in Islam reflects on narrative writers’ attitudes related to neoliberal ideology, religion, and geo-politics and to prove the necessity for an analysis based on conventional selection of subject matter. Focusing on neoliberal thought, the study details how neoliberal ideology operates from above, akin to a form of military intervention, and below, attracting minds and hearts, through a full-blown cultural program to exercise neoliberal influence, while penalizing societies that refuse to participate. Therefore, neo-orientalist discourse is governed by the brutal instrumentalist tools of liberalization, democratization, and modernity. Neo-orientalist discourse implements these terms through the terminology of neoliberal logic; it is a form of convergent rhetoric that holds practices and discourses of both to establish a ground for geo-political and cultural dominance.