Members Of Organization Research Articles

Increasing Assistance to MSMEs through Training in Preparing Financial Reports at the Mandalamekar Village Youth Organization

Karang Taruna is a social organization as well as a forum and means for the development of every member of the community which grows and develops on the basis of social awareness and responsibility from, by and for the community, especially the young generation in the village/ district area, especially those engaged in social welfare business. Therefore, competent Human Resources (HR) are needed to produce quality financial reports. However, in reality the Financial Reports carried out by the youth organization's treasurer are still manual so this service activity is carried out to assist youth organization members in preparing financial reports that comply with accounting standards. This activity was carried out through outreach, training and mentoring to members of the youth organization in Mandalamekar Village. Based on the PKM activities that have been carried out, there were participants who were able to understand 80% of the material. Apart from that, based on the practice of making Financial Reports and how to make Financial Reports and producing four financial reports, they were arranged neatly according to what was desired and were able to present them using a laptop, not manually like before.

A Comprehensive Analysis of the Impediments Perceived by the Members of Farmer Producer Organizations in North Bihar, India

The agriculture sector in India is currently facing several challenges, such as increasing landholding fragmentation, diminishing per-capita land availability, and rural youth's disinterest in farming. FPOs help small and marginal farmers by lowering transaction costs, facilitating credit sources for farmers, providing technical guidance, producing support and capacity building, and creating long-term sustainability to improve the farming community. This study investigates the constraints perceived by members of FPOs. Data were collected from 240 members across 6 FPOs. An ex-post facto research design was used to study four broad constraints regarding Producer Organization Promoting Institution’s (POPI’s) support, marketing, organizational technical and operational constraints. The Friedman two-way ANOVA rank test was used to analyze thirty-five statements under four broad constraints. The findings revealed that marketing is the most severe constraint, followed by constraints regarding POPI’s support as well as organizational, technical, and operational support. Under marketing constraints without guaranteed procurement systems, inadequate storage facilities are most severe. Under constraints perceived by FPO members regarding POPI’s support, considering resource-affluent areas and exclusive attention to progressive farmers are significant. Competition of villages to get benefits and irregular procurement of the produce are most significant constraints under organizational and technical constraints. The research indicates that by overcoming these obstacles with better infrastructure, fair distribution of resources, and improved connections to markets, one can boost the sustainability and economic feasibility of Farmer Producer Organizations, thereby enhancing socio-economic benefits for farmers in North Bihar.

Pengaruh Perubahan Digitalisasi dalam Organisasi Himalika Universitas Semarang

This study analyzes the influence of digitalization changes in the Himalika Organization by focusing on organizational structure, work procedures, and the use of information technology. The background of this research is the need for organizations to adapt to the development of information technology in the era of globalization. The purpose of this study is to understand the level of acceptance and adaptability of organizational members to digitalization changes, as well as to identify the factors that affect the success of these changes. The method used was a quantitative approach by collecting data through a questionnaire filled out by 67 respondents who were members of the Himalika Organization. The results of this study state that regular changes, improvements, and innovations are important for Himalika in improving operational efficiency, adapting to environmental changes, and creating new solutions. By accepting and responding to change well, willing to accept, Himalika can succeed in this ever-evolving environment.

Perspectives of Parents of Highly and Profoundly Gifted Children Regarding Competence, Belonging, and Support Within a Sociocultural Context

The purpose of this qualitative, phenomenological study was to investigate the experiences and perspectives of parents of highly and profoundly gifted children in developmental and cultural contexts. A purposive sample was selected from parents who are members of networks and organizations serving highly and profoundly gifted students. We conducted semi-structured interviews with 11 parents. Data were analyzed using the six-step approach of thematic analysis and revealed eight overarching themes including (a) self-efficacy within sociocultural contexts; (b) feelings of confidence; (c) role in fulfilling children’s needs; (d) decisions and actions related to children’s giftedness; (e) development of the parent/child dyads; (f) sense of belonging within the larger community; (g) impact of Covid-19 pandemic on their child’s gifted education; and (h) resources needed to facilitate children’s social-emotional and academic needs. Implications inform educators, counselors, and communities of the lived experiences of parents and their need for a sense of support and belonging.

The Benefits of a Culture of Providing Rewards and Appreciations to Organization Members to Improve Performance

Culture is a set of values, beliefs, and attitudes that guide an organization's strategic goals and objectives directions. Rewards are bonuses or appreciation given to organizational members for their consistency and good performance. Of course, this encourages the involvement of organizational members and teaches organizational values ??which can result in higher growth. The research method used in this research is the library research method by concluding previous research or literature review. The purpose of this research is to determine the benefits of providing rewards for the performance of organizational members. Organizational culture is the basis or basis for the similarity of opinions and beliefs as well as practical values ??for all members of the organization. Rewards can also be said to be a culture in an organization, where they can attract employees' attention and provide information or remind them of the importance of the thing being rewarded compared to others.

The role of organizational culture and structure in implementing sustainability initiatives

AbstractTo address the multiple grand challenges facing humanity, there is an urgent need for businesses to become more sustainable. This study explores the implementation of sustainability initiatives through an interview‐based single case study of an organization in the food and beverage industry. Specifically, this study adopts a Natural‐Resource‐Based View of the firm to examine the role of organizational culture and structure in the implementation process. It argues that to successfully implement sustainability initiatives, a flexible structure and a green organizational culture grounded in a shared sustainability vision are essential. The findings reveal that, despite the in‐practice flat organizational structure of the case organization, there was limited knowledge of the organization's sustainability vision among organizational members across all organizational levels. This could be attributed to a lack of internal communication within the organization, which constitutes a barrier to the successful dissemination of green values throughout the organization's family‐like, inclusive, and diverse work environment. This study proposes a three‐part approach for practitioners attempting to implement sustainability initiatives: (1) enhance organizational awareness and communication of the sustainability vision; (2) cultivate a green organizational culture; and (3) advocate for a collaborative, inclusive and decentralized approach to fostering sustainability. This approach is vital not only for sustaining the organization's competitive advantage but also for achieving improved environmental and social outcomes.

Preface: 3rd International Conference on Earth Science, Energy Technology and Engineering Physics (ESETEP 2024)

We gratefully acknowledge the presence of all participants on 2024 3rd International Conference on Earth Science, Energy Technology and Engineering Physics (ESETEP 2024). ESETEP 2024 was successfully held in Seattle, USA during April 27-28, 2024. The goal of this conference is to bring together the researchers from academia and industry as well as practitioners to share ideas, problems and solutions relating to the multifaceted aspects. Another goal of this conference is to present and discuss the latest research that leads to the exchange of new theoretical, analytical, and scientific knowledge and to a deeper understanding. ESETEP 2024 was the most comprehensive conference focused on the various aspects of advances in earth science, geomatics engineering, marine engineering, meteorological research, energy technology, space physics and engineering physics. The conference provides a chance for academic and industry professionals to discuss recent progress in these areas. ESETEP 2024 welcomed participants from several countries, with a wide and variety of research of interests, in particular combinatorial research. The mission of this conference is to be an annual international forum where members of society organizations, research students, educators, researchers, physicists, and practitioners from all over the world can meet and exchange ideas to communicate and discuss theoretical and practical knowledge and its applications. The Conference Scientific Committees Seattle, USA

Employee Performance at the Tomohon City Regional Secretariat

The performance of an organization is very dependent on the performance of its employees, in other words, the performance of employees will contribute to the performance of the organization in which they are located. This means that the behavior of organizational members, both individually and in groups, can provide strength or influence over the organization's performance. The research results show that leadership, organizational culture, and work motivation significantly affect employee performance. Where the significance value (Sig) is less than the significance level (α) and the FCount value is greater than FTable, indicating that the null hypothesis (Ho) can be rejected. Therefore, it can be concluded that employee performance (Y) at the Tomohon City Regional Secretariat is influenced positively and significantly by leadership (X1), organizational culture (X2), and work motivation (X3). Additional analysis shows a strong influence between these variables, with a correlation coefficient (r) of 0.835 and a coefficient of determination (r2) of 69.85%, it can be concluded that leadership, organizational culture, and work motivation positively contribute to employee performance. Good leadership and being a role model, authoritative, responsible, and nurturing which can move employees to improve their performance is supported by an organizational culture that is supportive, open, and focused on common goals as factors that play an important role will stimulate employee work motivation so that it will influence employee performance to be even better. The integration of these variables shows that improving employee performance can be achieved through holistic attention and action towards these factors.

Successful use of the forced choice test for detecting concealment of semantic memory in criminal and intelligence investigations.

The current study examined the validity of the forced choice test (FCT) in a forensic scenario when used to detect concealment of semantic memory (SM-FCT). We also compared the SM-FCT validity to the FCT validity in the more commonly investigated episodic memory scenario (EM-FCT). In simulating a scenario of investigating suspected members of a terror organization, 277 students were asked to deceptively deny being enrolled in a college in which they do actually study. Results indicated that the SM-FCT's validity level was within the range of the EM-FCTs' validity levels. Theoretically, the results support a cognitive-based explanation for the FCT operation mechanism. Practically, they imply that FCT can be used in criminal or intelligence investigations of suspected members of terrorist or criminal organizations or suspected perpetrators of illegal acts or acts of terrorism, in which the incriminating evidence being sought is in the realm of designated semantic memory or knowledge.

Recommendations of the SUFU/AUGS/ICS Female Stress Urinary Incontinence Surgical Publication Working Group: A Common Standard Minimum Data Set for the Literature.

Relevant, meaningful, and achievable data points are critical in objectively assessing quality, utility, and outcomes in female stress urinary incontinence (SUI) surgery. A minimum data set female SUI surgery studies was proposed by the first American Urological Association guidelines on the surgical management of female SUI in 1997, but recommendation adherence has been suboptimal. The Female Stress Urinary Incontinence Surgical Publication Working Group (WG) was created from members of several prominent organizations to formulate a recommended standard of study structure, description, and minimum outcome data set to be utilized in designing and publishing future SUI studies. The goal of this WG was to create a body of evidence better able to assess the outcomes of female SUI surgery. The WG reviewed the minimum data set proposed in the 1997 AUA SUI Guideline document, and other relevant literature. The body of literature was examined in the context of the profound changes in the field over the past 25 years. Through a DELPHI process, a standard study structure and minimum data set were generated. Care was taken to balance the value of several meaningful and relevant data points against the burden of creating an excessively difficult or restrictive standard that would disincentivize widespread adoption and negatively impact manuscript production and acceptance. The WG outlined standardization in four major areas: 1) study design, 2) pretreatment demographics and characterization of the study population, 3) intraoperative events, and 4) post-treatment evaluation, and complications. Forty-two items were evaluated and graded as: STANDARD - must be included; ADDITIONAL - may be included for a specific study and is inclusive of the Standard items; OPTIMAL - may be included for a comprehensive study and is inclusive of the Standard and Additional items; UNNECESSARY/LEGACY - not relevant. A reasonable, achievable, and clinically meaningful minimum data set has been constructed. A structured framework will allow future surgical interventions for female SUI to be objectively scrutinized and compared in a clinically significant manner. Ultimately, such a data set, if adopted by the academic community, will enhance the quality of the scientific literature, and ultimately improve short and long-term outcomes for female patients undergoing surgery to correct SUI.

‘Good Work’ and Alternative Food Initiatives: A Workplace Spirituality Perspective

AbstractThis paper explores ‘good work’ as purpose‐driven organizing for positive social impact in the case of alternative food initiatives (AFIs). AFIs accommodate alternative ways of food production and consumption that tackle the world's pressing sustainability challenges. Considering the centrality of workers’ motives, beliefs for generating/sustaining alternative and spiritual work/organizational contexts, this study bridges the knowledge on AFIs and workplace spirituality (WS) through the individual‐level perspective. The paper explores AFI members’ workplace motives and experiences to understand how these individuals make sense of their work, and to draw insights on what ‘good work’ entails in this organizational realm. Data were collected via a two‐phase study from a total of 28 members of organizations based in Glasgow, Scotland. The results show that AFI members’ work drivers include spiritual (as other‐regarding) motives and that the perceived value of their work is in contributing to the welfare of others through a workspace of belonging, freedom and care. The findings suggest that a WS perspective can help in understanding how AFI members approach their work to create (greater) good. Drawing on the lessons from the case analysis within the AFI context, this paper highlights the relevance of WS for repurposing work and organizing.

Recommendations of the SUFU/AUGS/ICS Female Stress Urinary Incontinence Surgical Publication Working Group: A common standard minimum data set for the literature.

Relevant, meaningful, and achievable data points are critical in objectively assessing quality, utility, and outcomes in female stress urinary incontinence (SUI) surgery. A minimum data set female SUI surgery studies was proposed by the first American Urological Association guidelines on the surgical management of female SUI in 1997, but recommendation adherence has been suboptimal. The Female Stress Urinary Incontinence Surgical Publication Working Group (WG) was created from members of several prominent organizations to formulate a recommended standard of study structure, description, and minimum outcome data set to be utilized in designing and publishing future SUI studies. The goal of this WG was to create a body of evidence better able to assess the outcomes of female SUI surgery. The WG reviewed the minimum data set proposed in the 1997 AUA SUI Guideline document, and other relevant literature. The body of literature was examined in the context of the profound changes in the field over the past 25 years. Through a DELPHI process, a standard study structure and minimum data set were generated. Care was taken to balance the value of several meaningful and relevant data points against the burden of creating an excessively difficult or restrictive standard that would disincentivize widespread adoption and negatively impact manuscript production and acceptance. The WG outlined standardization in four major areas: (1) study design, (2) pretreatment demographics and characterization of the study population, (3) intraoperative events, and (4) posttreatment evaluation, and complications. Forty-two items were evaluated and graded as: STANDARD-must be included; ADDITIONAL-may be included for a specific study and is inclusive of the Standard items; OPTIMAL-may be included for a comprehensive study and is inclusive of the Standard and Additional items; UNNECESSARY/LEGACY-not relevant. A reasonable, achievable, and clinically meaningful minimum data set has been constructed. A structured framework will allow future surgical interventions for female SUI to be objectively scrutinized and compared in a clinically significant manner. Ultimately, such a data set, if adopted by the academic community, will enhance the quality of the scientific literature, and ultimately improve short and long-term outcomes for female patients undergoing surgery to correct SUI.

Leadership Philosophy and Its Implications for the Climate of Educational Organizations

This article discusses the philosophy of leadership and its implications for organizational climate in the educational context. Leadership philosophy refers to the principles, values and beliefs that form the basis for making decisions and acting as a leader. In the educational sphere, an effective leadership philosophy can form a positive organizational climate, which in turn has an impact on performance. and motivation of organizational members. This research explores various leadership theories and models, and examines how the application of certain leadership philosophies can influence aspects of organizational climate such as communication, collaboration, and psychological well-being. The study results show that leadership based on inclusive, collaborative values and oriented towards shared goals tends to create an environment that supports professional and personal growth. This article concludes that a deep understanding of leadership philosophy and its consistent application is very important to create a conducive and productive educational organizational climate.

The intersection of self-determination theory and workplace spirituality: an innovative framework for advancing social work administration

ABSTRACT This conceptual article aims to explore how self-determination theory can be utilized in integrating workplace spirituality in social work administration to help address issues such as those related to employee well-being, job satisfaction, and motivation. The paper examines the interconnection between self-determination theory, workplace spirituality, and social work administration through a review of pertinent literature on these interrelated concepts. The complementation of self-determination theory and workplace spirituality in the realm of administration hopes to create a spiritually sensitive environment that boosts self-determination and promotes the well-being of social workers for them to become healthy and productive members of human service organizations.

Handling of Electronic Health Records in Tanzania: Awareness and Use of Available Regulations

This paper sought to establish the awareness of the importance of patient privacy as well as the awareness of available policies guiding the handling of patients’ personal and health records. Using the case study design, the study collected data from doctors, nurses, ICT officers as well as patients from four hospitals selected purposively in Dar es Salaam and Dodoma regions of Tanzania. A total of 43 respondents participated in this study. Data was subjected to thematic analysis using the NVIVO 12 plus computer package. Results show that both providers and users of e – health services in Tanzania consider patient privacy to be an important issue and they relate it to morality, personal respect and dignity. Level of awareness of existing government institutions guiding the work of health service providers was found to be low. It is concluded that, the presence of regulatory institutions is not enough if these institutions are not known, valued, considered and used by members of organizations. There is a need for the e – health service providers and patients to familiarize themselves with available policies and regulations for the health providers and for the government to promote these regulatory institutions.

Strategies For Developing Agro-Tourism Areas And Community Empowerment Based On The Advantages Of Local Resources In The Taba Penanjung District, Central Bengkulu Regency

Abstract Agro-tourism is an agriculture-based business that is open to the public. Developing agro-tourism based on regional advantages is a promising prospect for improving a region’s economy. By synergizing all available resources and empowering the community to manage agro-tourism, the economy in Taba Penanjung district can be improved. This study aimed to determine the strategy for developing integrated commodity-based agro-tourism in Taba Penanjung district, Central Bengkulu Regency. The research was conducted in Taba Penanjung district, considering that this area has strategic agricultural and agro-tourism potential in Bengkulu Province. The respondents in this study were 20 community leaders, village officials, agro-tourism managers, and youth members of youth organizations. This study uses SWOT analysis to create a development strategy. The results of this study are: 1) The results of the IFAS calculation get a total weight value of 2.852, and the EFAS calculation gets a total weight value of 2.576 2) In the IE matrix, the agro-tourism area in Taba Penanjung district is in quadrant V which means this agro-tourism area is in medium position with a strategy that can be implemented, namely to hold and maintain because Taba Penanjung district have good internal strength and external opportunities.

Teachers’ Readiness in Developing Special Needs Students Entrepreneurial Mindset

Members of the World Health Organization have committed not to neglect anyone, including persons with disabilities, by including them in all sectors. The significant increase in the number of special needs students by 26.5% in 2022 reflects the reality in Malaysia, where the number of persons with disabilities continues to rise over time. Education serves as the primary foundation for special needs students, and the role of special education teachers becomes increasingly significant when entrusted to teach, educate, and guide special needs students, as well as prepare entrepreneurial-minded special needs students. Thus, this study was conducted to identify the level teachers' readiness in terms of self-efficacy and to test the relationship between readiness in shaping the entrepreneurial mindset of special needs students. A quantitative study using survey method was conducted on 300 Integrated Special Education Program teachers working in primary schools in Selangor. Data from the Likert 5-point scale questionnaire as the research instrument were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences version 28.0. The study's analysis used descriptive statistics involving mean, standard deviation, and percentage while for inferential statistics, correlation coefficient tests were used. The findings show self-efficacy of Integrated Special Education Program teachers are at a high level. The study results show a significant relationship between readiness and the formation of an entrepreneurial mindset The implications of this study define that educators should integrate self-efficacy to prepare students who have a tendency toward innovation, opportunities, and creative outcomes. Entrepreneurship programs and activities can also be designed as complements in teaching and learning to enhance entrepreneurial mindset among special needs students.

What Drives Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) Towards Success or Failure in Punjab: Evidence and Implications

The study explored the challenges faced by farmers in Punjab as members of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) registered with NABARD and proposed strategies to address these challenges. The data were collected from 263 farmer members and 32 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) registered with NABARD in Punjab in 2021. The research used a logit regression model to identify the variables that influence the success or failure of FPOs in Punjab. Findings revealed that out of 67 FPOs surveyed, 48 per cent were operational, 28 per cent were closed, and 24 per cent were untraceable. Factors that led to the collapse of FPOs included loss of business, dissolution of farmer membership, funding delays, industry switches due to low profit margins, and administrative issues. Pricing significantly impacted FPO profitability, and the presence of effective officers in districts highly influenced FPO success. The study underscored the need for clearer government policies to support FPO expansion and emphasized the importance of practical approaches in providing extension services by NABARD and other stakeholders

Recommendations of the SUFU/AUGS/ICS female stress urinary incontinence surgical publication working group: A common standard minimum data set for the literature

Introduction and ObjectivesRelevant, meaningful, and achievable data points are critical in objectively assessing quality, utility, and outcomes in female stress urinary incontinence (SUI) surgery. A minimum data set female SUI surgery studies was proposed by the first American Urological Association guidelines on the surgical management of female SUI in 1997, but recommendation adherence has been suboptimal The Female Stress Urinary Incontinence Surgical Publication Working Group (WG) was created from members of several prominent organizations to formulate a recommended standard of study structure, description, and minimum outcome data set to be utilized in designing and publishing future SUI studies. The goal of this WG was to create a body of evidence better able to assess the outcomes of female SUI surgery. MethodsThe WG reviewed the minimum data set proposed in the 1997 AUA SUI Guideline document, and other relevant literature. The body of literature was examined in the context of the profound changes in the field over the past 25 years. Through a DELPHI process, a standard study structure and minimum data set were generated. Care was taken to balance the value of several meaningful and relevant data points against the burden of creating an excessively difficult or restrictive standard that would disincentivize widespread adoption and negatively impact manuscript production and acceptance. Results:The WG outlined standardization in four major areas: (1) study design, (2) pretreatment demographics and characterization of the study population, (3) intraoperative events, and (4) post-treatment evaluation, and complications. Forty-two items were evaluated and graded as: STANDARD — must be included; ADDITIONAL — may be included for a specific study and is inclusive of the Standard items; OPTIMAL — may be included for a comprehensive study and is inclusive of the Standard and Additional items; UNNECESSARY/LEGACY — not relevant. Conclusion:A reasonable, achievable, and clinically meaningful minimum data set has been constructed. A structured framework will allow future surgical interventions for female SUI to be objectively scrutinized and compared in a clinically significant manner. Ultimately, such a data set, if adopted by the academic community, will enhance the quality of the scientific literature, and ultimately improve short and long-term outcomes for female patients undergoing surgery to correct SUI.

Enhancing Economic Equity: Unionization's Role in Nigeria's Oil and Gas Workforce

The Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development Act 2010, aims to promote the patronage of Nigerian products and services by industry operators. The NUPENG and PENGASSAN oil unions in Nigeria have an impact on labour regimes and union power. Local employees in the oil and gas sector are heavily supported by unions. This study investigates the impact of unionization on economic equity within Nigeria's oil and gas workforce. Qualitative research design was adopted. The result of the findings show that Higher Wages and Better Benefits and Improved Working Conditions are among the leading benefits of unionization with mean values of 4.9 and 4.8 respectively. A positive correlation relationship exists between union and wages of labourers/staff, with result of coefficient of determination (R2) given as 0.622983 which implies that 62.37% of the stability of labourers’ wages is explained as a result of union strength. An authoritarian work environment and “Right-to-work” laws are among the barriers of joining unions by staff members of organizations. The research recommends strengthening union capacity, promoting collaboration, policy reforms, and local content in Nigeria's oil and gas industry, improving legislation, supporting SMEs, and promoting transparency and accountability. Keywords: Gas Industry, Industry operators, Oil and Gas workforce, Nigeria Oil, Unionization