Planning Program Research Articles

Sustainability Analysis At KnK Koffee Resources

MSMEs become one of the backbones of the national economy have enormous economic potential. Semarang City has 17,564 MSMEs (95%) and in the last five years, the turnover of MSMEs assisted by the Central Java Provincial Government has increased by Rp. 30.45 trillion. However, that does not mean that MSMEs do not encounter obstacles. This obstacle is exacerbated by the conditions of the Corona Virus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) Pandemic, the majority of business people experiencing a decline in turnover. The MSMEs affected by the pandemic are approximately 1,538 MSMEs, as many as 50% of MSMEs are food processing, and the remaining 50% are mixed MSMEs. It is necessary to assist the Community Service Team of the State University of Semarang (PPM Unnes) with the target audience of MSMEs in the City of Semarang, namely Strengthening Knk Koffee Resources Partners. This home-based coffee processing industry is a café stockist from 60 coffee shops (75% supplier) in Semarang, with an average turnover of 100 million per month. This activity is in line with the Regional Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMD) of Semarang City for 2016-2021. The community/locality development (CD/LD) model used includes community services, empowering, and relations, with the stages of collecting facts, problem formulation, program planning, action and communication, and evaluation. This activity is expected to improve the quality of partners/MSMEs by increasing the competitiveness, production, turnover and welfare of partners. Government support, research institutions and banks with motivating forces, credit, upkeep gear, and quality standard help will increment efficiency and quality whereas expanding smallholder coffee costs.

Plan-Process Factor’s Effect on Talent Management and Succession Planning Programs

The aim of the current study is to explore the effect of factors related to the Plan (Mission Clarity and Rewards & Compensation) and the Process (Policy & Procedures and Career Development) on the Talent Management and Succession Planning Programs in Saudi Arabia, in addition, this study will focus on the mediating effect of the Organizational Productivity on the relationship between the variables. To achieve these objectives, this study followed the quantitative research methods through the distribution of 408 questionnaires to the employees of the Saudi Electricity Company. The results showed that Mission Clarity, Rewards & Compensation, Policy & Procedures, and Career Development have a significant relationship with Talent Management and Succession Planning. In addition, Organizational Productivity has a significant mediating effect on the relationship between Mission Clarity, Rewards & Compensation, and Policy & Procedures with Talent Management and Succession Planning. However, Organizational Productivity has insignificant mediating effect on the relationship between Career Development and Talent Management and Succession Planning.

Investigating the Efficacy of Task-Based Instruction in English Classrooms for Tenth Grade Students at Madrasah Aliyah Hubbulwathan Duri

Educational reform is a response to developments in global demands as an effort to adapt the education system to be able to develop human resources to meet the demands of the developing era. In order to be in accordance with its function and nature, ideally education should not be carried out haphazardly, but should be carried out wisely. Education includes activities carried out starting from planning, implementing activities, to evaluation and follow-up programs. The population in this study were all class X students at MA Hubbulwathan, Duri in the 2023/2024 academic year, consisting of 1 class. In this research the sample was selected using quasi-experimental research techniques (pseudo-experiments). After determining the sampling technique, in this study class X students were selected as samples from a population of one class. The results of the analysis show that assignment-based class improvement in the class is better in English subjects. Calculating the relative increase in class reached the conclusion that the proportionate rise in class was higher, namely 41.9% than on normal days. From the level of completeness of class learning that is based on assignments in class, it is better than that, where after conducting research, the results obtained were that in the experimental class of 26 students, 20 of them completed in learning effectively.

Taking the Big Leap | understanding, accessing and improving behavioural science interventions.

Applied behaviour science's focus on individual-level behaviours has led to overestimation of and reliance on biases and heuristics in understanding behaviour and behaviour change. Behaviour-change interventions experience difficulties such as effect sizes, validity, scale-up, and long-term sustainability. One such area where we need to re-examine underlying assumptions for behavioural interventions in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Tuberculosis (TB) prevention, which seek population-level benefits and sustained, measurable impact. This requires taking a "Big Leap." In our view, taking the big leap refers to using a behavioural science-informed approach to overcome the chasms due to misaligned assumptions, tunnel focus, and overweighting immediate benefits, which can limit the effectiveness and efficiency of public health programmes and interventions. Crossing these chasms means that decision-makers should develop a system of interventions, promote end-user agency, build choice infrastructure, embrace heterogeneity, recognise social and temporal dynamics, and champion sustainability. Taking the big leap toward a more holistic approach means that policymakers, programme planners, and funding bodies should "Ask" pertinent questions to evaluate interventions to ensure they are well informed and designed.

The Impact of Account-Level Inspection Risk on Audit Program Planning Decisions

SYNOPSIS Prior research suggests oversight inspections lead to unintended consequences by motivating auditors to manage inspection risk. The current study provides evidence of the impact of a misalignment between inspection and mis-statement risks at the account level, where planning decisions are made. We predict auditors feel pressures to address more immediate inspection risks at the expense of adequately responding to mis-statement risks as prescribed by auditing standards. Employing an experiment with 182 experienced auditors, we manipulate account-level inspection risk (low or high). As hypothesized, auditors plan more hours for an account with higher inspection risk and correspondingly assign fewer audit hours to other accounts with lower inspection risk, even if mis-statement risk is high for those accounts, suggesting an unwarranted shift in audit efforts. Our findings suggest inspection risks impair auditors’ effort allocation decisions and thus may undermine the audit risk model as the normative benchmark for program planning. Data Availability: Contact the second author. JEL Classifications: M42; M48.

Challenges of Smallholder Farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Perspective from Roger Thurow's, The Last Hunger Season

Small holder farmers are the small-scale farmers who own the land from one hectare to less than ten hectares. These farmers often depend on the family labour for farming activities, and a significant portion of their production is used to support their own livelihoods. Africa is a region where eighty percent of the farmland is cultivated and food is produced by small holders, yet they face multiple obstacles in sustaining their routine. The death rate of children is increasing due to poverty and malnutrition. Major challenges include the lack of sustainable agricultural practices, insufficient planting techniques, inadequate access to fertilizers and markets, water scarcity, and the impacts of climate change. The author aims to raise awareness about global hunger and the importance of long-term viability and economic development. He delves into the lives of small farmers, revealing the complexities of market failures, food insecurity, and the inability to access modern agricultural tools. The author also highlights the efforts of organizations and initiatives, such as One Acre Fund, which provide farmers with high-quality seeds and fertilizers on credit, and require them to attend local farming classes. This paper focuses on the challenges faced by smallholder farmers in Africa, as depicted by Roger Thurow in "The Last Hunger Season”. The objective of the study is to emphasize the need for awareness and policy interventions, including family planning and literacy programs, to empower rural communities, achieve food security and improve economic resilience in the face of population growth and agricultural challenges.

Barriers and facilitators for strengthening physiotherapy services in Nepal: perspectives from physiotherapists and health providers

BackgroundPhysiotherapy provides non-invasive and non-pharmaceutical intervention for curative, rehabilitation and preventative purposes. Physiotherapy is also a central provider of health promotion. As the global burden of non-communicable diseases and chronic health conditions is rising, the importance of physiotherapy services increases. Unfortunately, physiotherapy services in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) are generally unsatisfactory. In Nepal, the earthquake in 2015 and the COVID pandemic have clearly illuminated the importance of physiotherapy.ObjectiveThis qualitative study aimed to identify barriers and facilitators at different system levels for strengthening physiotherapy services in Nepal.MethodsForty semi-structured individual interviews were performed with different health providers. Transcribed interviews were assessed with thematic analysis. A five-level socioecological framework conceptualised multilevel determinants of barriers and facilitators.ResultsThe study revealed various factors that were potential barriers and facilitators across five different levels, namely individual (taking the lead, need for advocacy), interpersonal (lack of recognition and autonomy, networking for referrals and coordination), community (lack of knowledge and awareness, social and family support), organisational (accessibility, workplace and clinical practice, educational opportunities, role of organisations and rehabilitation centres), and public policy level (planning and implementation of policies and programs, medical hegemony, priorities). Government officials, local leaders, and clinicians, half of whom were physiotherapists, agreed on many of the same issues, where a lack of awareness of what physiotherapy is and knowledge about what physiotherapists do was central.ConclusionsThe results provide information for the development of physiotherapy by pointing out key elements that need attention. Our broad and structured investigation strategy is applicable to others for a comprehensive analysis of barriers and facilitators for physiotherapy services.

Conditions Associated With Hypertriglyceridemia in Adult Patients in a Tertiary Care Center in Basrah, Iraq.

Background Hypertriglyceridemia (HTG) is one of the major modifiable risk factors for the development of several metabolic diseases. Determining the factors associated with HTG is an important step for increasing awareness of the problem and proper planning of health programs for HTG prevention. This study aimed to determine the conditions associated with HTG in adult patients in Basrah, Iraq. Methodology This retrospective study was conducted at Faiha Specialized Diabetes Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC) in Basra, southern Iraq, in January 2024. The data were retrieved from the center database of 37,133 subjects registered from 2008 to 2023 (16,284, 43.8% males and 20,849, 56.2% females) who attended the FDEMC in Basra due to different reasons. Results The most common causes of HTG were type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) (29,799, 80%), obesity (19,914, 53.63%), and smoking (7,309, 12.68%). The age group of 18-45 years displayed higher triglyceride (TG) levels (281.1 ± 210.1 mg/dL) than other age groups. Furthermore, male patients had higher TG levels than females (288.0 ± 196.3 mg/dL vs. 268.9 ± 165.9 mg/dL). Regarding body mass index, overweight and obese patients had higher mean TG levels (284.4 ± 182.1 mg/dL and 281.7 ± 184.6 mg/dL, respectively). Current and ex-smokers had higher TG levels (305.1 ± 212.2 mg/dL and 283.4 ± 161.3 mg/dL, respectively) than non-smokers (272.5 ± 175.4 mg/dL). Moderate HTG was the most common category encountered in 24,137 patients (65%), followed by mild HTG (12,705, 34.2%). Very few patients had severe (264, 7%) or very severe HTG (27, 0.07%). Male patients had more frequent severe and very severe HTG than females. Conclusions The most common conditions associated with HTG were T2DM, obesity, and smoking. Smoker males were prone to severe and very severe HTG.

CDC Prioritizes HIV Prevention and Treatment to Reduce HIV Disparities Among Cis-Gender Black Women.

To succeed in ending the HIV epidemic in the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) focuses on delivering combinations of scientifically proven, cost-effective, and scalable interventions to priority populations. Systemic factors continue to contribute to persistent health disparities and disproportionately higher rates of HIV diagnosis in some communities. The National HIV/AIDS Strategy has designated cis-gender Black women (CgBW) as a priority population to address the racial and ethnic inequities in HIV. This report presents the portfolio of projects, programs, and initiatives funded by the CDC's Division of HIV Prevention (DHP) to address disparities in HIV and improve health and QOL among CgBW. These funded activities include the development, planning, and implementation of HIV prevention programs, mass media campaigns, and behavioral interventions focused on CgBW. This report also summarizes DHP's community engagement, capacity building, and partnership efforts, and highlights research and surveillance activities focusing on CgBW. Finally, this report outlines future directions for CDC's efforts to improve access to HIV testing, treatment, and prevention for CgBW in the United States.

Insights into Retrofitting Fellowships in Family Planning with Principles of Equality, Race, and Cultural Literacy

The Centering Equality, Race, and Cultural Literacy in Family Planning (CERCL-FP) program aims to break racial silence and dismantle structural racism in the field of family planning, by providing racial equity workshops and trainings. ObjectiveThe objective of this study was to begin a multi-phased, rigorous evaluation to determine the impact and outcomes of the work of CERCL-FP. Study DesignA needs assessment with former graduates and current directors of fellowships in family planning was conducted using qualitative interviews. The focus of these interviews was to determine the ability, readiness, and willingness of the field of family planning to retrofit new curricula grounded in equity, race, and cultural literacy. ResultsNine (N=9) interviews were completed with seven board certified obstetrician-gynecologists and two board certified family medicine physicians. Three themes were identified: 1) Establishing the Distribution of Work; 2) The Push/Pull of Change from Inside and Outside: Curricula and Faculty Responsibilities; and 3) Reproductive Justice and Fellowships in Family Planning. Despite acknowledging the need to retrofit the field of family planning with content grounded in equity, race, and cultural literacy, there are structural, institutional, and individual level barriers that have limited the adoption of CERCL-FP curricula within family planning curriculum nationwide. ConclusionFindings from this study illuminate multiple barriers that should be considered when expanding foundational knowledge of clinicians and researchers.

Rise Up: A Person-Centered Planning Program to Improve Job Skill Performance for Individuals With Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Abstract Date Presented 03/21/24 Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) have increased need for support to maintain employment. This presentation will educate practitioners on a client-centered approach to improve skill performance for the population with IDD. Primary Author and Speaker: Rachel Dowell Contributing Authors: Retta Martin

Comparison of two survey methods for estimating unplanned pregnancy, Bangladesh.

To compare the prevalence of unintended pregnancy measured by the Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) and the London Measure of Unplanned Pregnancy in Bangladesh, and explore the extent of discordance between the measures and the factors associated with the discordance. In 2023, we conducted a cross-sectional survey in four randomly selected districts in Bangladesh: Kurigram, Mymensingh, Pabna and Satkhira. We randomly selected 20 hospitals, five from each district. We collected data from 1200 women who had recently delivered a baby and were visiting the hospitals for postnatal care. We interviewed the women about their pregnancy intention in their last pregnancy using questions in the DHS and the London Measure of Unplanned Pregnancy and examined the discordance in their responses. We used multivariable logistic regression analysis to identify factors associated with discordant responses in reported pregnancy intention. The prevalence of unintended pregnancy was 24.3% (292/1200) using the DHS measure and 31.0% (373/1200) using the London Measure of Unplanned Pregnancy. Discordance in responses to pregnancy intention between the two measures was 27.1% (325/1200). Factors associated with discordance were older age, female sex of the last child born, having more than two children, being in a poorer wealth quintile, living in a rural area and living in Kurigram district. The prevalence of unintended pregnancy in Bangladesh measured by the DHS measure may be an underestimate, suggesting that the adverse effects of unintended pregnancy are greater than realized and emphasizing the need to bolster Bangladesh's family planning programme.

Injection Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate as an Early Postpartum Contraceptive Measure: Evaluation of Its Acceptability, Efficacy, and Impact on Lactation.

Introduction Through its National Family Planning Programme, India has been relentlessly working to decrease society's unmet contraception needs. The postpartum period is of paramount importance for addressing these contraceptive needs owing to alterations in fertility and coital behavior associated with childbirth. Depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA), a long-actingreversible contraceptive, is one of the safe options available in the early postpartum period. In this study, we aimed to evaluate its efficacy and acceptability among postpartum women delivering in Guru Gobind Singh Medical College and Hospital. Methodology We recruited206 early postpartum women for the study. After thorough counseling and ensuring establishment of lactation, we administered DMPA 150mg by injection intramuscularly and repeated it at intervals of three months in willing patients. We then evaluated them for their symptoms, side effects, and lactation status using a predesigned proforma either during their follow-up visits or telephonically. Results We found DMPA to be 100% efficacious as an early postpartum contraceptive measure. The main reasons for acceptance were its ease of use, long-term effects of a single dose, and noninterference with lactation. However, the continuation rate for the second dose was only 18% in our study, highlighting the need for better counseling and improving awareness among our patients. Ninety-nine percent of our patients were satisfied with their lactation. Conclusion We found injectable DMPA used as a contraceptive in the immediate postpartum period to be a safe and effective alternate method with no deleterious effect on lactation and an acceptable side effect profile. However, more awareness programs are necessary to encourage women, especially those in low-resource areas, to continue using DMPA.

Sustainable environmental design: evaluating the integration of sustainable knowledge in Saudi Arabian architectural programs

By aligning Saudi Vision 2030 with the UN's SDGs, this study highlights the significant role of integrating sustainable environmental design knowledge into architectural education in Saudi Arabia. Viewing this integration as a moral obligation, it emphasizes equipping future architects with the skills to create environmentally responsible and resource-efficient buildings, fostering a sustainable and resilient built environment. This paper aims to examine the degree of integration of sustainability knowledge and assess the structural models incorporated into the architectural programs of six Saudi Arabian universities. Adopting a quantitative approach with qualitative insights, this research focuses on universities certified by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) or accredited by recognized national and international bodies. This study is limited to the meso-level (curricular management) and includes structural models, course descriptions, learning outcomes, course sequences, and alignment with program visions and missions. A comprehensive review was conducted on all courses related to sustainability, collecting data from program websites. The main variables analyzed included sustainable environmental knowledge, total contact hours dedicated to sustainability courses, distribution across various course types, and patterns over a 5-year period. The units of analysis encompass program plans, vision and mission statements, learning outcomes, course syllabi, and descriptions. The findings reveal significant disparities in sustainability emphasis among programs, with Imam Abdul Rahman Al-Faisal University dedicating 42% of contact hours to sustainability, compared to 25 to 11% at other universities. This study highlights the need for integrating sustainability across design studio levels to provide students with practical skills across disciplines. Most programs use a “linear/parallel” or “partially integrated” model, requiring sustainability principles in graduation projects. However, elective sustainability courses are unpopular and do not adequately address curriculum gaps. This study highlights the necessity of further investigating the effectiveness of incorporating sustainability knowledge in architectural programs. Exploring specific areas for future research to enhance the integration of sustainability in architectural education is also recommended.

Intervention of the Village Children's Love Expedition Community in Labulawa Village, Pasir Putih District, Muna Regency in the Field of Education for School-Age Children in Remote Areas

This study aims to describe the intervention carried out by the Village Children's Love Expedition Community in the field of education for school-age children in remote areas. In this study, a qualitative descriptive method is used. The determination of informants in this study uses the Purposive Sampling method and the informants in this study include the Village Children's Love Expedition Community Management, Volunteers involved in the activities carried out by the community, the community and children at the location of the activity. The data sources used in this study are Primary Data and Secondary Data. The data collection techniques in this study use interview, observation, and documentation techniques. The data analysis technique in this study uses data reduction, presentation and verification techniques. The results of this study show that the intervention carried out by the Village Children's Love Expedition Community is carried out through several programs, namely Regular Teaching, Afternoon Teaching, Environmental Care Program, Tree of Hope, "Early New Year's Gift" Donation Program, Quran and Iqro Donation Program, and Village Children's Competition Program. The stages of Intervention carried out by the Village Children's Love Expedition Community, namely the preparation stage, are divided into several stages, namely the officer preparation stage (Volunteer Recruitment and Training), funding preparation, regional feasibility study, and expedition activity licensing process. The stage of assessing the needs of children at the expedition location. Planning stage, Action plan formulation stage, Program implementation or implementation stage, Evaluation stage, and Termination stage.

Increasing the capacity of family planning cadres using ABPK in Puskesmas Lepasan, Bakumpai District

Indonesia is projected to experience a significant population increase by 2035. The Family Planning (KB) Program is a key control measure. KB cadre involvement is crucial for providing information and motivation to potential acceptors. However, enhancing cadre counseling capacity, particularly using Counseling Demonstration Tools (ABPK), remains essential. This community service aimed to improve KB cadre knowledge and skills in providing contraceptive counseling using ABPK. Methods included counseling, mentoring, and distributing ABPK pocketbooks to cadres. Evaluations measured pre- and post-activity cadre knowledge increases. Results showed a significant rise in cadre knowledge about contraception and ABPK use, with the percentage of cadres demonstrating good knowledge increasing from 33.3% to 87%. This improvement is expected to impact contraceptive use within the Lepasan Health Center's area.

Ensuring Business Continuity through Succession Planning: A Case Study of Zimbabwean Businesses

Introduction Succession planning is a critical aspect of business continuity, as it ensures the continued survival and growth of businesses. Zimbabwean businesses face unique challenges, including political and economic instability, which can impact their ability to ensure business continuity. This study aimed to investigate the role of succession planning in ensuring business continuity in Zimbabwean businesses.  Methodology The study used a case study approach, with a focus on Zimbabwean businesses. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews with top management and HR professionals from selected Zimbabwean businesses. The data was analyzed using thematic analysis, with the aid of NVivo software.  Findings The study found that succession planning is a key aspect of business continuity in Zimbabwean businesses. The study identified several themes, including the importance of succession planning, the challenges of implementing succession planning, and the benefits of succession planning.  Results Analysis The study's results show a significant positive relationship between succession planning and business continuity. The results also show that succession planning is a significant predictor of business continuity. The study's findings support the importance of succession planning in ensuring the continued survival and growth of Zimbabwean businesses.  Conclusion The study concludes that succession planning is a critical aspect of business continuity in Zimbabwean businesses. The study's findings highlight the need for Zimbabwean businesses to prioritize succession planning as a key aspect of their business strategy. The study's results also underscore the importance of developing a comprehensive succession planning program that includes identifying and developing future leaders, creating a talent pipeline, establishing a timeline for transition, communicating the succession plan to stakeholders, and reviewing and updating the plan regularly.

Implementasi Sistem Informasi Dengan Menggunakan Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Odoo di PT. XYZ Purwodadi

In the current technological era, information technology has an important role in the business world. However, there are still companies that have not utilized information technology. PT. XYZ Purwodadi, is a motor vehicle sales company (dealer) that still does all work manually. This has resulted in problems for the Company, especially in terms of obtaining information, where it takes longer because the data contained in the Company has not been integrated. Then, there is the possibility of problems resulting from negligence by employees, such as data that is forgotten to be entered into the Company's data records. The Enterprise Resource Planning program was created to try to overcome the problems that occurred at PT. To overcome the problems found in the Company, a Critical Path Method (CPM) function was created to support the Company's business processes in carrying out project management. To measure the success of implementing the Odoo ERP program, user satisfaction analysis was carried out using the Doll and Torkzadeh (1998) method. From the results of the analysis of the implementation of the Odoo ERP program in the Company, it can be concluded that the Odoo ERP program has had a good impact on fulfilling the Company's needs well and quickly.

Internationally educated nurses’ workplace acculturation and strategies for integration: Application of the Fourfold Model of Acculturation Theory (FMAT)

Introduction. Internationally educated nurses (IENs) bring diverse skills, experiences, and cultural perspectives to healthcare institutions in the host country. However, their integration involves multiple adjustments encompassing physical, sociocultural, linguistic, psychological, and economic changes. Aims. This paper aims to explore the acculturation processes experienced by IENs and create strategies to support them as they adjust to their new workplace environment. Methods. The Fourfold Model of Acculturation Theory (FMAT) was utilized to develop effective strategies to improve professional, psychosocial, cultural, and organizational outcomes for IENs. Findings. Poor IEN integration stemming from cultural disparities leads to acculturation stress. This stress involves physical health issues, mental exhaustion, identity confusion, social isolation, and marginalization by their colleagues. Implications. The successful integration of IENs requires the involvement of stakeholders at the host workplace. Two-way workplace integration requires efforts from and partnership between stakeholders and IENs. Conclusion. The Fourfold Model of Acculturation Theory underscores that IENs who embrace both their native and dominant cultures are better integrated into their new workplace environments. Such integration positively impacts the individual, institutional, and societal domains. Stakeholders, policymakers, program planners, and healthcare institutions must foster a pluralistic culture and provide support to domestic and international nurses in understanding their professional roles and practices.

Examining Factors Related to Medical Home Attainment for Youth in Working Poor Households

The medical home model has been recognized as an effective approach for promoting comprehensive primary health care services. Even though income-related disparities have been highlighted as a barrier for equal access to health care, within pediatrics, youth in working poor households have been vastly understudied regarding risk factors for medical home attainment. To address this gap, this study uses conceptual guidance from the Andersen Health Care Utilization Model and applies hierarchical logistic regression methods to examine factors related to medical home attainment for youth in working poor homes. Results indicate that race, parental education, insurance coverage, English language proficiency, and health status are all significant predictors of medical home attainment, yielding important implications for policy and program planning.