The present study examined the psychosocial benefits, feasibility, and acceptability of the Mind Body Wellbeing Program, a trauma-informed and yoga-based program that was implemented in the Kakuma refugee camp, in Kenya, Africa. The program aims to reduce symptoms of trauma and enhance well-being through four domains, including mindful practice, physical practice, inquiry, and assisting and support. All yoga teachers were living in Kakuma Refugee Camp and were trained by Africa Yoga Project, a nonprofit organization that trains and employs yoga teachers in Kenya. Six teachers and ten students were interviewed about their experiences in the program, effectiveness of the program, benefits for displaced populations, and suggestions for improvement. The study used interpretive phenomenological analysis, a qualitative research approach committed to the examination of how people make sense of their major life experiences. We identified a total of 7 emergent themes, comprising 25 subthemes, which were further broken down into 92 unique codes. The 7 themes that appeared from the interviews were: (1) unique experiences of living in a refugee camp, (2) teachers and their training, (3) the process of learning and practicing yoga, (4) benefits of yoga, (5) yoga and refugee trauma, (6) acceptability and accessibility of yoga classes, and (7) future directions.

Recent advances in proteomic profiling have enabled its use as a powerful approach in elucidating molecular mechanisms underlying Parkinson's disease, enabling the identification of disease-associated protein alterations and candidate biomarkers for diagnosis, progression, and therapeutic response. The Accelerating Medicines Partnership® Parkinson's Disease (AMP PD) program is a public-private partnership between the National Institutes of Health (NIH), multiple biopharmaceutical and life sciences companies, and non-profit organizations, managed by the Foundation for National Institutes of Health (FNIH). The program aims to advance the molecular and clinical characterization of PD through deep, longitudinal profiling of patient data and biosamples, with the goal of identifying and validating diagnostic, prognostic, and progression biomarkers for PD. Longitudinal proteomic profiling, both targeted and untargeted, was performed on cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and plasma samples. The resulting datasets are publicly accessible via the AMP® PD Knowledge Platform. The proteomic datasets enable differential protein analyses and can be used to explore molecular alterations associated with PD progression and heterogeneity. These studies contribute to the broader AMP PD initiative by providing the research community with a harmonized proteomics dataset. As part of the larger AMP PD data, this work provides the PD community with a harmonized and accessible proteomics dataset that can be utilized for discovery, hypothesis generation, and validation of users' own research. © 2026 Technome. Movement Disorders published by Wiley Periodicals LLC on behalf of International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society. This article has been contributed to by U.S. Government employees and their work is in the public domain in the USA.

Food waste has emerged as a critical issue in metropolitan cities globally, including Bangkok, where it constitutes 47 percent of the total annual waste generation. This multifaceted problem involves various stakeholders, including the public sector, private sector, and the general public. The research aimed to examine collaboration models among these sectors for effective food waste management in Bangkok, Thailand. Employing a Grounded Theory approach, data were gathered from four key informant groups: the public sector, private sector, people sector, and academics, totaling 25 participants. The interview process and observational surveys were carried out iteratively and continuously in tandem with data analysis until achieving theoretical saturation. The research findings indicated the existence of three collaborative models for managing food waste in Bangkok: 1) Structured collaboration, 2) Loose form of collaboration, and 3) Occasional collaboration. These collaborations are driven by various levels of developmental direction, benefits for involved parties, active participation of large private companies, as well as non-profit organizations. However, challenges persist, including unclear regulations and bureaucratic complexities, and a lack of awareness among the majority of the population regarding reducing and separating food waste.

The implementation of community service and independent implementation of non-profit educational organizations plays an important role in providing quality educational services without a profit orientation. However, challenges in maintaining accountability and transparency still often occur, especially in terms of financial reporting. The application of Financial Accounting Standards Interpretation (ISAK) 35: Presentation of Financial Statements of Non-Profit Entities is a strategic step to ensure that the financial statements of non-profit educational institutions can reflect the actual conditions and are easily understood by stakeholders. This PKM activity aims to improve the understanding and implementation of ISAK 35 in non-profit educational institutions partnered with Trie Bhakti University through training, mentoring, and the preparation of ISAK 35-based financial report models. The results of this activity show a significant increase in the understanding of foundation administrators regarding the principles of accountability, financial report structure, and public information disclosure. With the implementation of ISAK 35, partner educational institutions are able to produce more transparent, relevant, and reliable financial reports as a form of accountability to the public and donors

This study aimed to enhance recruitment strategies of local health departments (LHDs) by examining worker preferences for compensation and organizational characteristics. Data from a discrete choice experiment conducted in September 2022 were analyzed using a multinomial logit model to estimate the value of workplace characteristics including salary, contract length, flexible arrangements, employer type, and perks. The study included working-age adults (18-65years) willing or able to work for pay, without prior experience in governmental public health departments. All workers prioritized competitive salaries, flexible work arrangements, and jobs at nonprofit organizations with compelling missions. Some workers valued loan forgiveness programs and performance-based promotions. Finally, applicants generally did not avoid jobs in the public health sector. Competitive salaries are pivotal in attracting and retaining skilled workers in the public health sector. LHDs should conduct comprehensive salary studies benchmarked against other competing employers, effectively highlight the mission and public service responsibilities of jobs posted, and update internal policies, including flexible work hours and remote work options, to align with the preferences of the modern workforce.

The National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) is a nonprofit organization that supports state and territorial chronic disease prevention and health promotion efforts through capacity building and technical assistance. Each year, NACDD surveys health department leaders who oversee chronic disease prevention and health promotion work (hereafter, Chronic Disease Directors). In this paper, we report on the 2024 survey outcomes and place those findings into the broader public health policy context. Fifty-one Chronic Disease Directors completed the organizational capacity and development needs survey. Responses were summarized in aggregate and by jurisdiction size. State and territorial chronic disease units have varied responsibilities, but most address diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer screening and prevention. Chronic Disease Directors reported strong or improving capacity in most practice areas but ranked workforce development lower than other areas. Staffing decreased slightly during 2024 compared with 2023 (median of 1.1 and 1.3 employees per 100000 jurisdiction population, respectively). Many Chronic Disease Directors expressed ongoing concerns about staff turnover and workforce development, funding limitations and stability, and the effects of the political climate on public health work. Despite these challenges, many respondents also conveyed success stories about program achievements, obtaining new funding, and building partnerships and collaborations. Looking forward to 2025, many Chronic Disease Directors expressed intentions to focus on leadership, policy, and technical training; on making structural and staffing changes within their units; and on continuing to build cross-sector relationships and collaborations. Continued concerns about staff turnover and workforce development underscore the need to better understand and remove barriers to capacity building in this area to support job satisfaction and employee retention. Changes to federal infrastructure are likely to have substantial impacts and may increase reliance on cross-sector partnerships to continue advancing chronic disease prevention and health promotion.

This article discusses a key approach to preventing recidivism: providing comprehensive support to citizens after serving their sentences in correctional facilities. Given the increase in recidivism rates, the issue of systemic assistance for former convicts takes on particular importance under modern conditions. The chances for effective reintegration into society and transforming the released individuals into law-abiding members of society directly depend on the functioning of an effective mechanism for post-penitentiary support. This involves coordinating efforts among the state, non-profit organizations, employers, and local communities, ensuring access to housing, employment, education, medical and psychological assistance, restoring documents and social ties, as well as eliminating stigma, all of which collectively reduce the risk of recidivism and strengthen public safety and trust in institutions. The methodological foundation of the research is based on a dialectical approach and various methods of scientific knowledge applied in jurisprudence: systemic and formal-logical. Alongside theoretical research methods, analysis and synthesis methods were applied. The scientific novelty of the research lies in the exploration of the under-researched issues of social and legal guarantees for individuals released from places of detention in the scientific community. A quality system for reintegrating former convicts into society contributes to reducing repeat offenses, strengthening social structures, and saving budget funds on prison maintenance. The indicators of reoffending among released citizens remain a significant challenge for the state. The primary goal is to create a comprehensive support infrastructure that brings together government structures, social organizations, training courses, restoration of job skills, and consultations from mental health specialists. For the effective implementation of punitive measures and ensuring their main objectives—rehabilitation of offenders and minimization of recidivism—there is a need for an extension of the time frame for working with this category of citizens, as well as modernization of mechanisms for their integration into society. A priority direction for legislative bodies should be addressing issues related to minors, as they represent the most vulnerable group, unable to achieve full self-sufficiency.

Problem Management Plus (PM +) is a low-intensity psychological intervention developed by the World Health Organization to reduce psychological distress, particularly in settings with limited access to mental health care. To date, PM + has not been culturally adapted for the Xhosa community in South Africa, nor has it been evaluated in a massed format (five daily sessions delivered within 1week). This study aims to culturally adapt PM + for the Xhosa context and to assess the feasibility and acceptability of a massed delivery format. The study will be conducted in three phases. Phase 1 will involve qualitative semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders and health professionals from the Xhosa community to inform the cultural adaptation of PM +. Phase 2 will consist of a pilot randomised controlled trial (N = 60) with participants experiencing psychological distress recruited at an Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) called Sakhe Family Care Development Centre in Kwa-Nomzamo, Humansdorp. Participants will be randomised to receive either (a) PM + (n = 30) or (b) care-as-usual only (n = 30). As this pilot is not powered to detect effectiveness, analyses will be exploratory and aimed at assessing feasibility, acceptability, and implementation potential. Phase 3 will comprise a qualitative process evaluation with PM + participants, PM + helpers, and key stakeholders. The findings will identify barriers and facilitators to delivering PM + in a massed format and provide preliminary insights to guide iterative adaptations and future fully powered trials of effectiveness and cost-effectiveness in South Africa. Pan African Clinical Trials Registry, PACTR202110484536189. Registered retrospectively on 25 October 2021.

Government-nonprofit funding agreements are often laden with numerous funder-driven imperatives that dictate how financial resources are to be used within human service organizations. The following study adopts resource dependency theory and organizational legitimacy as a framework to better understand how nonprofits experience the acquisition and use of monies captured through government grants. Thirty-two leaders from Canadian nonprofit human service organizations were interviewed, and data from qualitative thematic analysis identified resource dependencies within funding eligibility criteria, funding distribution, and funding reporting mechanisms. Tenets of resource dependency theory and organizational legitimacy are then used to further enhance understanding of government-nonprofit funding agreements, including a discussion on the role of resource typologies, value diffusion, and interstructuring.

There are two primary arguments against placing human beings in restricted housing units within carceral institutions, and one overarching argument for the practice. The arguments opposing restricted housing rest on the explicit and implicit harm caused to individuals via the practice (Haney, 2018; Luigi et al., 2020) and the lack of positive outcomes that the practice yields (Cloud et al., 2021; Woo et al., 2019). These contentions generally stem from research scientists from psychology, social work, criminology, and sociology and humanitarian advocates working with or for a litany of non-profit and governmental organizations. On the other hand, penal institutions and their associated staff and stakeholders typically favor using restricted housing as a means of instituting control, safety, and/or security within carceral environments to ensure the well-being of both staff and incarcerated individuals (Labrecque, 2015). Framing the current arguments against the use of restricted housing, this paper uses rigorous scientific/research findings to suggest that this practice is not only harmful to incarcerated individuals and does not yield better outcomes (such as misconduct reduction) but it is also a hugely inefficient and ineffective process that resembles organizational irrationality rather than sound decision making in carceral spaces. The paper concludes with background regarding decision biases and how to overcome these challenges to improve both correctional practice and human lives.

This paper explores whether profit-driven enterprises are vital for economic efficiency and innovation or if charity and government organizations could suffice. It argues that profit motivation is essential for innovation and growth, but a solely profit-maximizing system, lacking regulatory oversight, can incur significant social costs. Using classical economic theory, particularly Adam Smith's "invisible hand” and Friedrich Hayek's price mechanism, the study shows how profit-seeking behavior achieves allocative efficiency and optimal resource allocation. Contemporary examples, like Netflix and Apple, highlight how profit incentives enhance innovation and productivity, in contrast to government-run enterprises, such as NASA's Space Launch System, which demonstrate performance limitations compared to SpaceX. The research notes the weaknesses of charity and government organizations, including bureaucratic inefficiencies and lack of market discipline. However, it acknowledges market failures that necessitate government intervention. Ultimately, the study advocates for a balanced approach combining private enterprise, government regulation, and nonprofit organizations, promoting both economic prosperity and social welfare. It concludes that a complementary relationship between these sectors is more effective than pure market capitalism or complete government control.

Once being independent pioneers, nonprofit welfare organizations now face marketization as they compete with commercial actors in delivering services within the welfare state. This development has been described as “becoming business-like,” which implies a tension between the traditional normative identity and the more recent utilitarian identity of nonprofits. We question this polarization by analyzing a case study of a Norwegian nonprofit that is expanding in processes of increased marketization, asking how nonprofits internally legitimize marketization. Central to our theoretical contribution is the concept of The Shield of Purpose that serves as a strategic discursive resource through which the organization legitimizes its market-oriented adaptations while simultaneously developing its normative identity. This concept illustrates the organization’s ambidextrous use of its foundational diaconal purpose as both a defense against mission drift and a mechanism for integration with market pressures.

The growing older adult population in the United States creates a demand for professionals in the field of aging, though this remains a space that is overlooked by young adults beginning their career exploration. Perfect Pair is a nonprofit organization that connects older adults with college students to foster intergenerational connections. In this retrospective study, we assessed the impact that participation in Perfect Pair's programming had on college students' interest in working in the aging field as a future career. Study participants included current and past college student participants of the Perfect Pair program across 17 college chapters. We administered a retrospective survey that assessed participants' attitudes toward a career in aging. Survey questions included pre-post and post-program questions assessed by a Likert scale, and data was analyzed by non-parametric statistical analysis. The survey was completed by 100 participants, a response rate of 10.1%. We found statistically significant differences between general members and students who engaged more with the program, such as "matched" members who met weekly with an older adult and executive board members who led their college chapter. Members that were more involved showed higher perceived preparedness to work with older adults in the future (p < 0.001) and engagement with issues associated with aging (p = 0.002). Overall, all members of the program reported an increase in their interest in working with older adults after participating in Perfect Pair (p < 0.001). This is corroborated by narrative responses, where students share excitement to pursue a career in aging. Perfect Pair encourages and prepares college students to pursue a career in aging and engages them in issues associated with aging. This has strong implications for future intergenerational programming that aims to promote workforce development in the aging space.

ABSTRACT Given the nonprofit sector’s significant, ongoing challenges of filling vacant positions and retaining staff, this study examines the nonprofit job market through an analysis of online job announcements. Using Non-Negative Matrix Factorization topic modeling, a dataset of 13,685 job announcements was explored to find job-related themes. The analysis revealed nine topics that identify the core organizational functions for nonprofit organizations today as well as commonly stated requirements for nonprofit jobs. Findings also highlighted the cross-functional work of nonprofit employees. Practical implications are shared for organizations seeking to recruit and develop emerging leaders.

Is Online Oriented-Centred Information About Dry Mouth Trustworthy? An Infodemiologic Study.

ObjectiveStroke remains a huge disease burden source on a global scale due to its high prevalence rate and mortality. Social media platforms serve as significant health-relevant information dissemination channels. However, the role of social media platforms in stroke-relevant information spread has not been established well. The aim of this study is to explore the role of social media platforms in stroke-relevant information spread.MethodsTo conduct this cross-sectional study, stroke-related videos were collected from YouTube, Bilibili, and TikTok. The quality of included videos was assessed by using the Global Quality Scale (GQS), Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), and Modified DISCERN score systems. A guideline-based content analysis was performed to assess the content accuracy and comprehensiveness. Potential positive factors were determined with multiple ordered logistic regression. The dose-relationship between playback time and like was analyzed by employing restricted cubic spline analysis.ResultsA total of 300 stroke-relevant videos were included for further analysis (YouTube 100; Bilibili 100; TikTok 100). Mean JAMA scores of YouTube videos, Bilibili videos, and TikTok videos were 2.51, 2.62, and 2.76, respectively. Mean GQS scores of YouTube videos, Bilibili videos, and TikTok videos were 3.11, 2.79, and 2.60, respectively. Mean Modified DISCERN score of YouTube videos, Bilibili videos, and TikTok videos were 3.00, 2.88, and 2.78, respectively. No significant difference was found in quality scores across the three platforms. Content analysis suggested that all included videos demonstrated good performance in terms of accuracy and evidence support. Personal experience, health professionals, science communications, general users, news agencies, and nonprofit organizations were identified as potential positive factors for better viewers’ level of enjoyment. The video playback time was negatively correlated with the viewers’ level of enjoyment.ConclusionSocial media platforms facilitate the spread of stroke-relevant information. To enhance viewer engagement, regardless of the platform, video creators should strive to make their videos more concise.

ABSTRACT This qualitative study explores the pivotal role of non-profit organisations in implementing time bank initiatives. Using a case study approach and semi-structured interviews, the research examines the impact of time banking on organisations and individuals participating in a time bank. From September 2021 to August 2024, 188 participants contributed approximately 3000 service hours to a time bank initiative at the Conservative Baptist Jubilee Centre (CBJC). Interviews were conducted with 14 participants and three organisational representatives. Reflexive thematic analysis was adopted to identify key factors influencing interactions between individuals and CBJC. Three key factors – motivation, identification, and support – were found to shape interactions between participants and organisations, reinforcing each other through effective communication and mutual understanding. This study underscores the importance of social workers engaging participants by recognising their distinct skills, interests, and motivations, as individuals are often motivated to join time banks by contributing to their communities and effect positive change.

This systematic review examines corporate governance in nonprofit organizations by synthesizing 55 peer-reviewed studies published between 2015 and 2025. The review explores key theoretical frameworks, governance dimensions, and empirical findings, while identifying gaps in the literature. While agency theory remains influential, recent research increasingly draws on governance, stakeholder, resource dependence, and legitimacy theories to explain board composition, accountability, transparency, and stakeholder engagement. Quantitative studies dominate the field, though qualitative and mixed-methods designs are gaining visibility. Findings highlight the importance of board diversity, strategic leadership, ethical practices, and stakeholder alignment in enhancing nonprofit performance and legitimacy. Despite these advances, the literature remains geographically skewed, with limited insights from the Global South. The review calls for greater theoretical integration, longitudinal studies, and participatory approaches that reflect the complexity of nonprofit governance. It offers a comprehensive synthesis to inform future research, policy development, and governance reform in mission-driven organizations worldwide.

ABSTRACT This article examines the mobility of Ukrainian Koryoin refugees—members of the Russian-Korean diaspora—who entered South Korea following the outbreak of the Russia–Ukraine war. An estimated 1,500 Ukrainian Koryoin fled to South Korea, and among them, 876 received airfare and settlement assistance from Koryoin Village, a nonprofit organization in Gwangju. Using entry records of 873 individuals supported by the organization, this study analyzes demographic and migration patterns, including age, gender, nationality, country of departure, and arrival dates. Beyond initial settlement, the study investigates their continued mobility and the factors shaping it. Findings show that nearly 40 percent engaged in secondary mobility, relocating to metropolitan areas within South Korea, moving to third countries such as the United States or Russia, or even returning to conflict zones in Ukraine. Limited employment opportunities, barriers to naturalization, linguistic constraints, and social exclusion emerged as key drivers of re-migration. The study further highlights the ‘multi-layered simultaneity’ of Koryoin refugees, who are simultaneously refugees, ethnic returnees, and migrant laborers. It also traces the ‘long-term diachronicity’ of Koryoin mobility, from the late nineteenth century to the present, underscoring refugees’ agency as they navigate ongoing displacement and the broader implications for South Korea’s refugee reception policies.

ABSTRACT This study examines the coproduction of nonprofit reporting and accountability with beneficiaries, addressing a critical yet underexplored research area. Drawing on the theoretical lenses of impression management and functional stupidity, we analyzed annual reports from award‐winning nonprofit organizations (NPOs) in New Zealand and conducted two in‐depth case studies involving 20 semi‐structured interviews with beneficiaries and staff. We find that NPOs strategically employ impression management tactics to affirm legitimacy, but beneficiaries’ contributions are primarily confined to individual outcomes and expressed mainly through visuals, testimonials, and success stories. These issues are largely rooted in functional stupidity, where beneficiaries exhibit a lack of reflexivity, reluctance to seek justifications, and limited substantive reasoning, all of which undermine meaningful coproduction and potentially position beneficiaries as “coproducers to functional stupidity.” By unpacking the role of impression management in shaping nonprofit reporting and exploring functional stupidity from the perspectives of both beneficiaries and staff, we provide critical insights into the complexities and barriers of coproduction in the NPO sector.