Participatory Culture Research Articles

The Power of Thriving: How Social Sustainability in Organizations Relies on a Culture of Knowledge Sharing

At the beginning of the third millennium, United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the United Nations Millennium Development Goals opened a discussion on the role of human beings in the future. Concerns about social welfare created legal and normative pressures on organizations on social sustainability. To understand the social sustainability in organizations, we developed a research model based on the socially embedded model. From this perspective, this study aims to examine the relationship between knowledge sharing and social sustainability and determine the mediating role of thriving in this relationship. In this framework, we analyzed the data collected from 418 people working in the technology sector. The results have shown that thriving has a significant mediating role in the effect of explicit and implicit knowledge sharing on social sustainability ( p < .01). As a result, the organizations encouraging knowledge sharing leads to high thriving levels in their employees, which in turn leads to the implementation of more social sustainability practices within their organizations. This study contributes both theoretically and practically by demonstrating that organizations fostering knowledge sharing lead to higher levels of employee thriving, subsequently facilitating the implementation of social sustainability practices, thus advancing understanding and guiding actions toward sustainable organizational development.

Blog Serials: Digital Literature, Seriality, Readerly Performativity

Abstract The 1990s and the first decade of the 2000s were a period that witnessed dramatic changes in the literary scene in South Korea. Literary production’s engagement with digital media was one of the major changes in this period, when the divide, collision, and merge between pre-digital and digital came to affect almost every aspect of the society. This article explores the divergent strands in the development of digital literature, the new affordances of the digital environment that affected the literary serial vis-à-vis the print serial, and a virtual and actual community that readers and writers created through their engagement with literary texts and beyond. Through close analysis of a blog serial of Hwang Sŏgyŏng’s Evening Star (February 27–July 21, 2008; 102 episodes in all), which represents one of the significant moments in the early digital serialization of South Korean literature, this article discusses various types of performativity and participatory culture generated by and connected to the blog serial and participants.

Family Involvement in Routine Services for Individuals With Severe Mental Illness: Scoping Review of Barriers and Strategies.

The authors investigated barriers to practices that promote family involvement in mental health services, focusing on individuals with severe mental illness, their families, and mental health providers. Additionally, the authors sought to identify strategies to facilitate family involvement in mental health provision to highlight the engagement process in routine practice and propose future directions for organizations to establish a family-friendly environment. Systematic searches for literature published from January 1990 to March 2023 were conducted in PsycInfo, PubMed, CINAHL, Sociological Abstracts, and Scopus databases. Gray literature searches and backward and forward snowballing strategies were also used. Forty-six articles were reviewed, revealing contextual backgrounds and engagement practices that hindered family involvement. Inconsistencies in family involvement stemmed from organizational culture, societal attitudes, and providers' negating of family expertise. Uncertainty regarding confidentiality policies and the absence of practice guidelines posed challenges for providers. Negative experiences of families within the mental health system along with variable commitment also hampered involvement. Some service users declined family involvement because of privacy concerns and differing expectations regarding the extent of involvement. Promoting a shared culture of family work, integrating practice standards, and engaging in professional development activities emerged as key strategies. A gap exists between implementing policies and practices for family involvement in mental health treatment. Without cultural and organizational shifts in support of working with families, the uptake of family involvement practices will remain inadequate. Each stakeholder has different perceptions of the barriers to family involvement, and family involvement will remain elusive without a shared agreement on its importance.

Health Advice from Instagram Influencers on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Their Strategies to Establish and Manipulate Credibility

ABSTRACTIndividuals with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) turn to Instagram influencers as an alternative or complementary PCOS information source to their physicians. However, the ambiguous qualifications of influencers, and contradicting claims regarding how to manage PCOS, make it difficult to identify credible sources. Using a directed qualitative content analysis, we examined the range of strategies that 10 Instagram PCOS influencers used to signal credibility. We found that influencers utilized a range of pseudo‐credibility strategies. Another key contribution of the study is a description of how PCOS influencers reference sources to signal credibility. We also found that Instagram PCOS influencers discuss what it means to be healthy with PCOS, and we describe how they contribute to a wider cultural participation in healthism. The findings build upon the source credibility literature to identify novel credibility cues used by influencers as social media platforms evolve, and further, reveal the underlying healthism‐centric discourse of PCOS influencers.

THE ROLE OF CALDERA GEOPARK IN TOURISM DEVELOPMENT OF LAKE TOBA SUPER PRIORITY DESTINATIONS, INDONESIA

This study aimed to analyze the role of the Toba Caldera Geopark as a mediating variable in the development of the Lake Toba area using the SEM-PLS data analysis technique. The research method using SEM-PLS analysis consists of submodels, namely measurement and structural models or external and internal models. The convergent validity of the PLS with reflective indicators is assessed based on the loading factors of the indicators. The results demonstrate that the Toba Caldera Geopark can accelerate the role of tourism variables such as attractions, amenities, and ancillaries in enhancing the development of the Lake Toba area. However, development has not increased the influence of tourism accessibility in the Lake Toba area. The integrated management of Caldera Geopark with tourism development is recommended as an effective approach to expedite the development of Lake Toba area. Tourist destinations were reported to significantly influence the development of the Lake Toba area, and the Caldera Toba Geopark mediated efforts to develop the tourism sector. Factors related to tourist destinations, such as attractions, amenities, and ancillaries, played a significant role in the development of the Lake Toba area. Accessibility did not have a significant influence on the development of the area, either directly or indirectly, through the Geopark. Development was required, including improving attractions, amenities, and ancillaries, using the Caldera Toba Geopark as an approach for management, utilization, and development. Collaboration between the government, private sector, and local and international communities creates sustainable tourism development programmes. Meanwhile, attention to environmental sustainability, local culture, and community participation was important for managing the UNESCO Global Geopark.

Animation Secondary Creation in the Context of Participatory Culture : Focussing on the Development and Transformation of MAD in the 1970s-2000s

Animation Secondary Creation in the Context of Participatory Culture : Focussing on the Development and Transformation of MAD in the 1970s-2000s

Collaborative relationships: a stimulus for innovation culture and participation of SMEs in public procurement

PurposeThe role of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in stimulating economic growth and innovation underscores the crucial need to understand the factors that influence their participation in public sector markets. Drawing on network theory, this research delves into the interaction effect of innovation culture and collaborative relationships on SME participation in public procurement. It assesses how collaborative relationships can serve as a vital mediator, enhancing the impact of innovation culture on SME participation in public procurement.Design/methodology/approachThe research was carried out with 248 SME suppliers in Ilala district, located in the Dar es Salaam region of Tanzania, utilizing a questionnaire survey and a stratified random sampling technique. Structural equation modeling (SEM) and the Hayes PROCESS macro were employed to analyze the data.FindingsThe study findings highlight collaborative relationships as a pivotal mediator between innovation culture and SME participation in public procurement. Although no direct link between innovation culture and SME participation in public procurement was established, the results indicate a noteworthy positive influence of innovation culture on collaborative relationships, subsequently affecting SME participation in public procurement.Practical implicationsThe research underscores the significance of promoting an innovation-driven culture to support the participation of SMEs within public procurement activities. Additionally, the research offers valuable perspectives on the role of collaborative relationships in stimulating innovation and achieving success in public procurement, guiding SME managers, policymakers and industry stakeholders in cultivating productive relationships and partnerships.Originality/valueThe research enhances both theoretical and practical insights, adding to the literature that addresses the effects of innovation culture and collaborative relationships on SME participation in public procurement. These insights can be valuable to policymakers and SME managers in designing appropriate strategies that foster an innovative culture and explore the benefits of collaborative relationships for effective participation in public procurement.

Holacracy: redefining organizational ontology and epistemology

Purpose This paper aims to examine Holacracy as a self-management system and its implications for organizational theory. By exploring its distinctive ontology and epistemology, the paper explains how Holacracy redefines organizational structures and contributes to organizational change. Design/methodology/approach Adopting a conceptual approach, this essay draws upon existing literature to explore Holacracy’s departure from conventional organizational theories. Findings The paper discusses how Holacracy challenges traditional organizational concepts, defining its holarchical approach, and emphasizing dynamic hierarchies and role-based organization. It also highlights Holacracy’s focus on emergent intelligence, continuous feedback loops and structured knowledge acquisition through roles and organization spaces. By examining its unique ontology and epistemology, the paper offers insights into how Holacracy aligns with an emergent paradigm known as integral, metamodern or teal. Research limitations/implications Further empirical research is needed to assess its practical implementation and long-term effects on organizational performance and employee well-being. Future studies could also explore challenges and limitations associated with adopting Holacracy in different organizational contexts. Practical implications Organizations considering alternative ways of working should examine Holacracy. Implementing Holacracy requires understanding its principles and may involve significant changes, with potential benefits such as increased agility and employee engagement. Social implications Holacracy’s departure from traditional structures and approach to power can have broader social implications and contribute to more democratic and participatory cultures. Originality/value This paper is a pioneering contribution to the under-researched domain of alternative organizational models. It sheds light on the originality and distinctiveness of Holacracy, highlighting its unique approach to hierarchy, role-based organization and consciousness within organizations.

Social Interaction in Building Religious Tolerance in Sukabumi City Society

This study aims to determine the understanding of society, social interaction in building religious tolerance and the role of religious institutions in maintaining religious tolerance in the community of Sukabumi. This form of study is qualitative and based on fieldwork using three methods including phenomenological method, sociological method, and historical method. The results of this study found that: first, the understanding of the people of Sukabumi about tolerance reflects an attitude of respect and acceptance of religious diversity, culture, and views. They actively interact with diverse backgrounds, respect human rights, and encourage interfaith and cultural participation in community activities. This understanding creates an inclusive, harmonious, and peaceful coexistence environment, which makes Sukabumi an inspiring example in building a tolerant society. Social interaction between citizens of different religions and effective social communication have established a social contract that respects and respects religious rights. Sukabumi's achievement as the 6th tolerant city in Indonesia shows the commitment of the government and society in promoting the values of tolerance. Positive factors, such as government policies, inclusive education programs, and public awareness, contributed to this achievement. Through the iceberg models approach, researchers can understand how social interaction fosters harmony and awareness of religious diversity. Understanding and respect for religious diversity is the hallmark of Sukabumi that must be strengthened in order to be an example of harmony for a diverse Indonesia.

Intangible heritage diplomacy and the Taiwan strait: kunqu revival 1987–2001

ABSTRACT In recent decades, the xiqu (‘Chinese opera’) genre of kunqu has grown in domestic and international prominence and is now an important part of PRC soft power and heritage projects. This article examines how Taiwanese institutions and aficionados contributed to the genre’s material revival. It does so by examining their involvement in kunqu in the 15 years before the UNESCO recognition that marked the genre’s improved fortunes. The engagement of Taiwanese institutions and audiences constitutes heritage diplomacy focused on a claim to shared culture, allowing kunqu troupes to improve a difficult situation at home and paving the way for greater international recognition. The fillip offered to kunqu by 1990s Taiwan, in the island’s period of transition from one-party rule to multiparty democracy, represents a late and successful ROC elite heritage diplomacy intervention in the ordering of cultural prestige in China, projecting its admiration for the favoured genre of its exiled and disappearing elite. Understanding both PRC and ROC cultural heritage systems can be improved by border-crossing and non-state perspectives of heritage diplomacy.

Socio-Economic Status and Living Condition of Widows in Rural Bangladesh

This paper aims to understand the socio-economic status and living conditions of rural widows in Parila Union, Paba Upazila, Rajshahi District, Bangladesh focusing on their socio-cultural deprivation, social security, and community participation. The research covered 16 villages and included social surveys that captured the experiences of 201 widows. Drawing on both qualitative and quantitative data, the study reveals the multifaceted challenges widows face, including social isolation, financial instability, and vulnerability to harassment and criticism. The transition from wifehood to widowhood marks a significant shift in a woman's status within the community, often leading to reduced social participation and economic hardship. The findings indicate that while a majority of widows maintain some degree of community involvement, their participation in social and cultural events diminishes post-widowhood due to stigmatization and financial constraints. The study examines the economic, social, and emotional support systems available to these widows, revealing a lack of comprehensive formal support in Bangladesh, with most assistance coming from family and community members. Many widows lack regular financial support, and the government’s widow allowance is insufficient. The study shows that aged widows, while able to coexist within families, are often excluded from decision-making processes and are deprived of respect and medical facilities, increasing their vulnerability. These socio-economic challenges, including economic deprivation, social subjugation, and humiliation, underscore the critical needs of widows and highlight the necessity for improved support systems to enhance their quality of life. Social and cultural participation diminishes post-widowhood due to stigmatization and financial constraints, while security concerns restrict their mobility, especially at night. Additionally, the study highlights the adverse impact on children of widows, who often suffer from bullying and lack of support. Despite these challenges, some widows exhibit resilience, leveraging community ties for support. The study underscores the urgent need for comprehensive support systems to improve the quality of life for widows in rural Bangladesh, addressing both their economic needs and social reintegration.

How Does Digital Transformation Moderate Green Culture, Job Satisfaction, and Competitive Advantage in Sustainable Hotels?

Target groups within an organization adopt its culture, reflecting it in all internal and external business processes. Adopting a green organizational culture in hotels with sustainability certificates plays an important role in reshaping business processes by developing sustainability awareness among employees. Digital transformation, which facilitates corporate culture and business processes, plays a role in employee job satisfaction while also supporting environmental, social, and economic sustainability. This research aims to determine the relationship between green organizational culture, job satisfaction, and competitive advantage variables and to examine the moderating role of digital transformation on these relationships. The data-collecting techniques of choice were surveys and semi-structured interviews. While Amos software (Version 24) was used to test the hypothetical model in the analysis of survey data, a Hayes Process macro was used to determine the moderating effect. The interview forms’ data was analyzed using a bag-of-words model. According to the research results, there is a positive relationship between the participation, consistency, and adaptability sub-dimensions of green organizational culture and job satisfaction, while there is no significant relationship between the mission sub-dimension and job satisfaction. Furthermore, the study reveals the moderating role of digital transformation in the effect of job satisfaction on competitive advantage.

Enhancing Educational Experiences in Museums through Ethnic Cultural Exhibitions

Museums are essential for improving cultural understanding and instruction. Exhibitions showcasing ethnic cultures provide insightful perspectives on many cultures and civilizations. These educational opportunities can be made as effective as possible by assessing their influence on visitor satisfaction.Investigation into the impact of ethnic culture exhibitions on audience pleasure, participation, and comprehension is lacking, despite their significance. By investigating how these displays affect visitors' knowledge acquisition and participation, the study seeks to close this disparity.Utilizing a combined methods technique that integrated quantitative surveys with qualitative comments, the study polled 62 museum visitors who had attended ethnic cultural exhibitions. The questionnaire evaluated knowledge of culture, instructional impact, involvement, and tourist pleasure. Data analysis using the SPSS software was utilized to analyze how different factors affect results and find significant indicators by doing logistic and multinomial logistic regression. This study discovered a substantial correlation between improved knowledge of culture and exhibition participation, as well as a significant improvement in visitor satisfaction and educational results when interactive components and cultural content are included. Through the use of interactive material, ethnic culture exhibitions improve the educational experience and increase visitor happiness. Museums ought to take demographic factors into account while planning different exhibitions for the future.

Fostering a Culture of Engagement and Leadership Competence in Private Higher Education Institutions (PHEIs) in South Cotabato

The study explores how leadership competence fosters participation in ISO-accredited private higher education institutions (PHEIs) in South Cotabato. It analyzes how leadership impacts institutional climates by assessing the effect of strategic planning, decision-making, professional development, and empowerment on workers' communication, commitment, collaboration, and recognition systems. Employing descriptive-correlation and comparative research design, data was acquired through standardized Likert scale questionnaires from 45 administrators and 126 employees in two PHEIs. The findings reveal a generally favorable opinion of leadership qualities and engagement in cultural activities, with the highest marks on professional progress. Nevertheless, the correlation study found a very weak correlation between leadership competence and cultural participation, suggesting that other factors might affect this interaction. However, results indicated a significant difference in the leadership competence and culture of engagement among employees when categorized by private higher education institutions. The study asserts that while leadership competence is crucial, we must also consider other elements to understand and fully foster cultural engagement.

The Roles of Riddles, Puzzles, and Narratives as Pedagogy in Video Games: A Case of African-Themed Video Games

Critical thinking can be promoted through narratives, puzzles, and riddles. Literature has indicated a need to reactivate African narratives to preserve African legacies for future generations. This study argues that African riddles, puzzles, and narratives should be used in African-themed video games to promote critical thinking and awareness of African culture. It emphasizes the importance of African-centered puzzles as a culturally relevant pedagogy that fosters students’ understanding of African cultural values. The study used a participatory culture framework to bring students together to develop an African-themed video game. The game, called Nolwazi, was investigated ethnographically to highlight critical aspects. The study presents the findings of the investigation and analysis. It concludes with a discussion of the importance of using African riddles, puzzles, and narratives in video games.

Literary Learning with Digital Media in Inclusive Settings

Following on from existing research results (cf. Dannecker, 2020, p. 82f.; Ziemen, 2018, p. 42ff.), the BMBF-funded DigiLi project pursues the question of to what extent a media-supported learning offering can contribute to realizing an educational goal of cultural participation for all (cf. Kerres, 2013, p. 74). Based on Feuser's core idea that "development-inducing learning through cooperation on the Common Subject Matter” (Feuser, 2013, p. 286, transl. DigiLi) can achieve the goal of participation for all, the DigiLi project investigates a learning arrangement in a composite grade seven/eight at the Inclusive University School of Cologne (IUS) which relates to the discussion of a literary text. Here the data collection focusses on collaborative learning, communication, active collaboration, and cooperative togetherness (cf. Reis et al., 2011; Traub, 2019, p. 138; Dannecker, 2020, p. 82f.), before the digital learning arrangement is examined in form of a web app under field conditions. This paper focuses on investigating the cooperation between students in relation to their engagement with literary texts in the form of iterative data collection cycles and presents the results of the data analysis for discussion.

The Role of Teacher in the Success of Inclusive Education

The process of adopting and implementing inclusive education is endless with the aim of continuously increasing children's participation in cultures, schools and curricula and not a stage that a school can reach at some point in its operation. It consists of a constant effort to discover, adopt and formulate good practices in the direction of continuous improvement in providing equal opportunities to students (Angelidis, 2011). The goal of a democratic school, a school of equal opportunities, is, that is, permanently active. Moreover, the inclusion does not only concern the teaching practice, but reflects the whole school life (Tsagalidis, 2016). Essential part in giving equal opportunities to all students is the role of teacher in a school settings. Thiw paper will examine the role of the teacher in the success of inclusive education.

15금 BL웹툰 <팔재>의 스토리텔링 전략 연구

The 15-rated BL webtoon <Paljae, Child of Winter> succeeds by adopting an unusual material of oriental fantasy. The storytelling strategy of <Paljae, Child of Winter> is threefold: engaging the viewer through a multi-layered narrative of exploration and reflection, expanding the backstory by using the variability of character relationships, and maximizing the tastiness of the oriental painting style that blends with fantasy. First, by reinterpreting and transforming the familiar classic narrative in a modern way and superimposing the pasts of the two characters, the creator built a more complex, multi-layered narrative that aroused the curiosity of the enjoyers and created a participatory culture that they explored and reflected on. At the same time, character relationships that change over time and space give the causality of actions and the probability of events, enriching the narrative and setting backstories apart. Finally, <Paljae, Child of Winter> achieved aesthetic fulfillment with ink painting style artwork, realistic and transparent artwork with medium tones, and long, dynamic artwork per scene. In this way, <Paljae> has achieved its own unique aesthetic, by weakening the sexualized elements, building up the narrative with fantasy and backstory, and painting it in a more aesthetic way. The 15-rated BL webtoons have formed an independent market between girls’ cartoons and 19-rated BL webtoons. The achievement of <Paljae, Child of Winter> is significant not only in terms of diversifying the BL webtoon market, but also in terms of raising the unique status of 15-rated BL webtoons.

Tourist satisfaction in Northern Vietnam: The impact of cultural involvement and social media engagement using PLS-SEM

The tourism sector in Northern Vietnam has witnessed significant expansion, enticing international tourists with its distinctive cultural heritage and picturesque scenery. This study examines how local cultural activity and social media engagement affect the relationship between visitor experience and satisfaction. Data was collected from 394 travelers who visited Northern Vietnam using a quantitative approach called Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM). The results indicate that the tourist experience has a substantial impact on tourist satisfaction. The relationship is favorably influenced by active participation in local culture, suggesting that greater cultural engagement increases satisfaction. Nevertheless, the impact of social media involvement did not demonstrate a noteworthy moderating influence. The findings offer useful insights for tourism managers and policymakers, underscoring the significance of improving tourist experiences and fostering cultural participation to enhance satisfaction. This study enhances the theoretical comprehension of tourist satisfaction and provides practical suggestions for implementing sustainable tourism practices.

Certified Food Safety Management Systems Assessed through the Lenses of Food Safety Culture and Locus of Control: A Pilot Study.

The approach to ensure food safety (FS) has evolved, including the concept of FS culture, which has been shaped by both the legislation and the scientific literature. In this study, two companies that produce foods associated with potential risks of cross-contamination (gluten-free foods and frozen pastry, respectively) and are certified according to international voluntary FS standards, such as the British Retail Council Global Standard (BRC) and the International Featured Standards Food Version (IFS), were investigated to assess: (a) if the assessment of FS culture's pillars can uncover unexpected critical areas; (b) if the scores of the FS culture's pillars are related to personal traits, namely, age, seniority in the company and locus of control orientation, i.e., the beliefs that an event is the result of external factors (luck, destiny or superior beings), or the result of internal factors (human behavior). Questionnaires for the survey and the scoring system applied were selected from the literature. Results showed that all food handlers had an optimistic bias, which paradoxically could be the consequence of the rigorous application of hygienic procedures. The younger food handlers had significantly (p < 0.05) lower commitment than the older ones. Moreover, the segment of food handlers having an external locus orientation demonstrated weaker normative beliefs than those having an internal locus of control orientation. Results showed that the FS culture survey, which is related to the shared FS culture, could disclose unknown weakness in third-party certified companies, even if the well implemented principles of voluntary FS standards are aligned with the FS-culture pillars. Moreover, the segmentation of food handlers according to their age and the locus of control assessment could provide additional information on the individual orientation toward FS behavior. Hence these tools could assist the leaders in the management of the dynamic nature of human capital.