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The role of governance in shaping health system reform: a case study of the design and implementation of new health regions in Ireland, 2018–2023

Abstract Background This study focuses on the development of new regional health structures in Ireland in the period 2018-2023, one part of a broader health system reform programme aimed at greater universalism, in order to scrutinise how aspects of governance impact on the reform process, from policy design through to implementation. Methods This qualitative, multi-method study draws on document analysis of official documents relevant to the reform process, as well as twelve semi-structured interviews with key informants from across the health sector. Interviews were analysed according to thematic analysis methodology. Conceiving governance as comprising five domains (Transparency, Accountability, Participation, Integrity, Capacity) the research uses the TAPIC framework for health governance as a conceptual starting point and as initial, deductive analytic categories for data analysis. Results The analysis reveals important lessons for policymakers across the five TAPIC domains of governance. These include deficiencies in accountability arrangements, poor transparency within the system and vis-à-vis external stakeholders and the public, and periods during which a lack of clarity in terms of roles and responsibilities for various process and key decisions related to the reform were identified. Inadequate resourcing of implementation capacity, competing policy visions and changing decision-making arrangements, among others, were found to have originated in and continuously reproduced a lack of trust between key institutional actors. Conclusions Large scale health system reform is a complex process and its governance presents distinct challenges and opportunities for stakeholders. To understand and be able to address these, and to move beyond formulaic prescriptions, critical analysis of the historical context surrounding the policy reform and the institutional relationships at its core are needed

Governance and health system reform: a case study of new health regions in Ireland, 2018-2023

Abstract Background While the significance of good governance is recognised within health systems research, its role in health system reform is underexplored. This research focuses on the establishment of new decentralised regional health structures in Ireland in the period 2018-2023, examining how aspects of governance impacted the decentralisation reform process, from policy design through to implementation. Methods The research applied a qualitative, multi-method approach involving analysis of official documents relevant to the regional decentralisation process, and 12 semi-structured interviews with key informants from across the health sector. The research applies the TAPIC framework for health governance as its analytic framework and the data is analysed using thematic analysis. Results Deficiencies in accountability arrangements, poor transparency within the system and vis-à-vis external stakeholders, and a lack of clarity of roles and responsibilities for various process and key decisions related to the reform were identified as undermining progress at various stages of Ireland’s decentralisation reform process. An underlying distrust between key institutional actors was identified. These findings are grounded in complex social, cultural, and political and institutional developments in Ireland’s history. Also of note is the interwovenness of the five TAPIC domains and the importance of engaging with the complexity and relationality intrinsic to health system reform processes to achieve the aim(s) of the reform in question. Conclusions Large scale health system reform is a complex process and its governance presents distinct challenges and opportunities for stakeholders. To understand and address these, critical analysis of the historical context surrounding the policy reform and the institutional relationships at its core are needed. Key messages • Governance plays a crucial if overlooked role in health systems reform. Effective governance arrangements are central to the successful design and implementation of reform initiatives. • Ensuring a strong link between policy design and implementation processes is crucial to the success of health systems reform.

Exploring value propositions and service innovation: the outsourcing of the National School Feeding Program

The National School Feeding Program, knowing as PNAE, is a public policy responsible for providing meals to students in Brazil. This program exists since 1940s and was created to combating child malnutrition. The program evolved over the years until the passing, on 16 June 2009, of Act 11,947, which establishes that at least 30% of food purchases for school meals must come from family farmers. In this context, there is a perception that outsourced management does not aim to encourage local agriculture, and consequently the use of fresh foods in school meals, which is recommended by Act 11,947. Therefore, the purpose of this article is to describe the forms of value co-creation in the PNAE outsourcing process in two cities that meet the requirements of Act 11,947. Then, a qualitative-descriptive study and abductive logic were chosen, using, as a strategy, a multiple-case study in the cities of Aracaju and Taubaté. The implementation of the PNAE by the municipality depends on the multiple influences and interventions, such as institutional values and relationships between stakeholders. Based on the understanding of this dynamic, the practices of the stakeholders involved in the management of the PNAE begin to organize a value proposition according to the students’ needs, promoting meaning and structure for its recipients. There are different ways to practice outsourcing in this program. So, these different possibilities make a study on this topic relevant, as it highlights that the positive results of outsourcing depend on the implementation of a well-planned project. Thus, use co-creation value, originally from Marketing Research, in public policy can bring new perspectives of analyses.

Perspectives on Medical School Admission for Black Students Among Premedical Advisers at Historically Black Colleges and Universities

There remains a lack of representation of Black physicians in the physician workforce despite decades of national efforts to increase diversity. Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) contribute to increasing representation in the workforce in the US. There is limited literature exploring the experiences of HBCU premedical students navigating the journey to medical school. To examine barriers to and facilitators of medical school matriculation among Black students by exploring the perspectives of premedical student advisers at HBCUs. In this qualitative study, HBCU advisers participated in a focus group in October 2019 or in semistructured interviews from January 2020 to March 2021. Using purposive sampling, premedical student advisers were recruited from different educational backgrounds and geographic locations and conducted 1-on-1 interviews. Data analysis was performed from March 2021 to March 2022. The main outcome was the experiences of HBCU premedical students navigating to medical school from the perspective of premedical advisers. An inductive approach to generate codes from the interviews and the focus groups was applied by reviewing transcripts and noting concepts and themes associated with advising strategies and student experiences. Among the 26 participants, 18 (69.2%) were female, 13 (50.0%) had a doctorate degree, and 8 (30.8%) had more than 10 years of experience as advisers. Participants described 3 major themes: (1) the complex institutional relationship dynamics between undergraduate HBCUs and medical schools, (2) concerns about preferential treatment for students from predominantly white undergraduate schools when accessing clinical shadowing opportunities, and (3) the "it takes a village mindset" emphasizing family and peer involvement. In this qualitative study, barriers to medical school matriculation included concerns for the preferential treatment of students from predominantly white institutions when engaging with medical schools and a lack of access to clinical opportunities for HBCU students. The findings suggest that medical schools should continue to build collaborative partnerships with HBCUs to ensure equitable access to opportunities that prepare students for medical school.

Human T-cell lymphotropic virus: knowledge of academics from a higher education institution

Objective: To estimate the knowledge of nursing students from two higher education institutions in relation to Human T-cell Lymphotropic Virus. Materials and Methods: This is a quantitative descriptive and cross-sectional study, conducted with nursing students from a higher education institution in Minas Gerais, in October 2023. In this work, it was decided to develop a data collection instrument, applied through an online questionnaire made available by the Google Forms platform. Results: A total of 91 questionnaires were received, of which 81 were validated, and it was observed that 70% of the students stated that they had no knowledge about this virus. However, in the specific questions about the Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus, the average rate of correct answers of 58.91% was tabulated and calculated. Conclusion: Thus, since these are future health professionals, this percentage is considered below what is necessary, so it is essential to have a greater involvement of this group with the theme, in order to improve the management of cases, avoiding greater transmissibility of the virus.

Management and organizational research in Asia Pacific: insights from a 40th anniversary review of the Asia Pacific Journal of Management

AbstractGrasping the evolving landscape of management and organizations in Asia Pacific is vital for addressing the challenges and opportunities they both face in the region and beyond. To do so, we conduct a systematic literature review using a bibliometric analysis of the Asia Pacific Journal of Management (APJM), the leading journal for management and organizational research in Asia Pacific that is celebrating its 40th anniversary. A total of 915 articles published by APJM from 2001 to 2024 were retrieved from the Scopus database and subsequently subjected to a performance analysis of productivity (publications) and impact (citations) alongside a science mapping of knowledge (themes). This study reveals a steady increase in APJM publications and citations, underscoring the journal’s growing influence. The globalization of collaboration networks is a noteworthy trend, highlighting the interconnectedness of research efforts across borders. Major themes include cultural understanding and interpersonal networks, as well as the adaptability of organizations in emerging economies. Areas such as innovation, performance, and corporate governance highlight the importance of growth, competitiveness, and responsible management structures, while research on major Asian markets like China, India, and Thailand underscores the relevance of globalization and multinational strategies. The findings offer future directions in key areas such as emerging economies and institutional environments, relationship networks and social resilience, innovation and digital transformation, managing internationalization, and methodological innovation.

The Implementation of Parental Obligations in the Fulfillment of Children’s Rights: A Case Study in Banjaran Godang Village Based on the Compilation of Islamic Law and the Child Protection Law

This research aims to examine the implementation of parental obligations in Banjaran Godang Village in fulfilling children’s rights, specifically the right to education, play, and growth and development, based on the Compilation of Islamic Law and the Child Protection Law. This study adopts a combined approach, namely qualitative with the field research method and normative, by analyzing data qualitatively to describe the problem and answer the research objectives. The results showed that implementing parental obligation in fulfilling children’s rights in Banjaran Godang Village is not fully aligned with the Compilation of Islamic Law and Child Protection Law. There is a misunderstanding among parents who consider formal education merely Sunnah and prioritize trading and farming skills, based on their interpretation of the life of the Prophet Muhammad SAW in his childhood. As a result, children’s rights to play, grow, and develop are neglected. Therefore, it is recommended that the Banjaran Godang Village Government develop a comprehensive and sustainable counseling and outreach program regarding children’s rights and parental obligations. This program should involve religious leaders to correct misunderstandings about formal education in Islam, experts in the field of child protection to provide a comprehensive understanding of children’s rights, and related institutions to optimize program implementation.

THE FORMAL PRODUCTION OF INFORMAL HOUSING FOR THE RICH: Informality Pathways in the Eastern Hills of Bogotá

AbstractHousing informality in wealthy contexts is an overlooked phenomenon, particularly in the global South. This article addresses the role of public institutions in the production of housing informality among the wealthy. For this purpose, it analyses the operation of public institutions in relation to the proliferation of luxurious villas in the eastern hills of Bogotá. Three villas were selected as archetypes of informal urbanization among the elite in the eastern hills, and their stories—or informality pathways—were reconstructed through interviews, maps and policy documents. The article aims to unveil how public institutions have contributed to the creation of informal spaces, often in collusion with private entities. Specifically, public institutions demonstrated conflicting internal agencies and multi‐level fragmentation, resulting in flexible regulations tailored to fit the construction practices of the elite. These characteristics were instrumental in establishing spaces of exception for the wealthy in the eastern hills of Bogotá and will likely be mirrored in other informal settlements in the global South.

Producer and Consumer Behavior towards the Consumption of Halal Food and Beverages

Introduction: Indonesia, as a country with a majority Muslim population, shows its concern for religion by consuming halal food and beverage products. Balanced consumption in Islam is implemented by avoiding tabzir and israf behavior. Objective: The method used is literature with qualitative data to describe community behavior from the producer and consumer sides when considering daily halal food and beverages. Method: The research approach used is a comparative qualitative approach. The research data was obtained from risk management reports contained in the annual reports of Bank Victoria Syariah and Bank Syariah Indonesia in 2023. Result: The result of this study is that consumers still think that halal food and beverages are only based on whether the product contains pork and dog meat and their derivatives or not. The obstacles from related agencies are moving institutions and processes that are still confusing and centralized, so there is a lack of human resources. Producer constraints are related to high costs, business management unpreparedness, and lack of socialization and awareness to register their products. Business actors' fraud against the halal label cannot be handled seriously with the policy of the halal product guarantee agency. Implication: This study increases awareness and adherence to halal standards among the public, including producers, consumers, and related institutions.

Pencapaian Diferensiasi Produk Melalui Strategi Inovasi dan Kreativitas Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play an important role in the Indonesian economy, but often face challenges such as limited access to technology, quality of human resources, and marketing. This community service activity aims to help MSMEs achieve product differentiation through innovation and creativity strategies. The methods used include theoretical training and practical workshops. The results of the activity showed an increase in participants' knowledge and skills in developing innovative products and creative marketing strategies. Evaluation through questionnaires and interviews showed participant satisfaction and increased sales after implementing new strategies. Challenges faced included limited resources and time, which were overcome through collaboration with related institutions and follow-up programs. Thus, this activity succeeded in increasing the competitiveness of MSMEs in local and international markets, as well as contributing to the national economy. The sustainability of the program is pursued through ongoing mentoring programs and the formation of MSME innovation communities. These results show that innovation and creativity strategies can be an effective solution to overcome the challenges faced by MSMEs and improve community welfare.

The impact of museum creative products involvement on purchase intention: The mediating role of perceived value

In recent years, against the backdrop of the flourishing cultural industry, innovation and promotion of museum cultural and creative products have gradually attracted widespread attention. We investigated the influence of product involvement on purchase intention among 566 consumers of museum creative products, assessing the mediating role of perceived value in this relationship. The results indicate a significant positive correlation between product involvement and purchase intention. Additionally, perceived value plays a mediating role in the relationship between product involvement and purchase intention. Our research contributes to understanding the relationships among consumer product involvement, willingness to consume, and perceived value regarding museum creative products. These findings also offer practical insights for museums and related institutions to enhance purchase intention. Future research directions are suggested.

Hungarian Model of the Restructuring Process - National Report

As a result of the transposition obligation in Article 34 of Directive (EU) 2019/ 1023 of the European Parliament and of the Council on restructuring frameworks and insolvency, Act LXIV of 2021 (hereinafter - referred to as the Restructuring Act) on restructuring and the amendment of certain acts with the purpose of legal harmonisation was promulgated on 3 June 2021, effective as of of 1 July 2022 for any legal persons struggling with financial difficulties not yet insolvent. The creation of a restructuring model prescribed by the EU directive was implemented by the Hungarian legislator through the opening of a non-contentious court procedure ordered within the jurisdiction and exclusive competence of the Metropolitan Court of Budapest. The primary aim of this paper is to develop a complex and comprehensive picture of the restructuring procedure as placed within the system of insolvency and reorganisation procedures in Hungary. Firstly, the paper showcases the unified EU objectives set out by the directive within the system of European insolvency procedures. Secondly, it describes the Hungarian procedural rules and the most important related legal institutions adopted to implement these objectives. Section 6 of the Restructuring Act sets out that the aim of restructuring is to adopt and implement a restructuring plan with some or all of the creditors and thus prevent the debtor’s future insolvency and ensure the debtor’s financial viability. For the purpose of reaching this objective, therefore, restructuring constitutes measures aiming at restoring the financial balance of the debtor, including changing the composition, the conditions or the structure of the debtor’s assets and liabilities and any other part of the debtor’s capital structure. Among these measures, the Restructuring Act lists as example the sale of the debtor’s property or part thereof, or the sale of any participation in the debt. The condition for restructuring is the likelihood of the company’s insolvency. The definition of the likelihood of insolvent Directive (EU) on restructuring frameworks and insolvency, European insolvency procedures, insolvency and reorganisation procedures, restructuring plan, non-contentious court procedure bears a central significance here: it constitutes the entrance point into the restructuring procedure. In addition to the definition of insolvency, Section 2(2) of the Restructuring and Insolvency Directive renders the interpretation of the probability of insolvency into Member State jurisdiction. Among the Explanatory notes the Restructuring Act defines the likelihood of becoming insolvent as a situation in which there are reasonable grounds for believing that the debtor will be unable to meet his/her outstanding payment obligations when they fall due, unless further measures are taken. Keywords: Directive (EU) on restructuring frameworks and insolvency; European insolvency procedures; Insolvency and reorganisation procedures; Restructuring plan; non-contentious court procedure

Model of environmental management due to coal mining on the Separi River in Tenggarong Seberang District, Kutai Kartanegara Regency, East Kalimantan Province

Coal mining has a significant impact on reducing river water quality. The decline in river water quality causes problems for human life and the environment. Therefore, this research aimed to evaluate river water quality and develop strategies for improving river water quality due to open pit coal mining activities in Tenggarong Seberang District and develop environmental improvement strategies. Several chemical parameters, including pH, TSS, Fe, and Mn, were observed through laboratory tests to determine water quality in the Separi River used in coal mining. The next step was determining environmental improvement strategies using the ISM approach. Twenty stakeholders from related agencies and institutions using FGD were involved in developing a policy strategy. The results of the analysis showed that there has been a decrease in river water quality standards due to mining activities in the research area, and the quality is still below the standard quality. Therefore, two significant strategies must be a priority for the environmental management of the Separi River. First, Conducting an environmental audit of the factors causing the decline in river water quality is necessary. Second, there must be warnings and legal sanctions for negligence in oil spills and oil used from coal mining.

Selling god: Al-Azhar, UAE and transnational transferability of religious capital

ABSTRACT The intersection between al-Azhar and global politics has been largely overlooked by scholars, creating a gap in the literature. This paper aims to fill this gap by exploring the relationship between al-Azhar and the dynamics of politics from a transnational lens, based on interviews with officials at al-Azhar Sheikhdom, Al-Azhar University, and Al-Azhar Observatory for Combating Extremism. The study examines how the UAE has been instrumentalizing al-Azhar’s ‘religious capital’ to advance its foreign policy efforts against political Islam and position itself as a major advocate of ‘peace’ in the region. The paper argues that the Emirati instrumentalization of al-Azhar’s ‘religious capital’ has taken various forms, including appointing Imam al-Tayyeb as the chairman of the UAE-based Muslim Council of Elders, sponsoring the establishment of the Al-Azhar Observatory for Combating Extremism and relying on Azharite Ulamā in its ‘peace-based’ initiatives, which have been at the forefront of Emirati foreign policy for over a decade. Moreover, the paper highlights the intricate reciprocity between al-Azhar and the UAE, manifested in substantial financial assistance and Grand Imam al-Tayyeb’s close rapport with the Emirati leadership, which has facilitated a partial reframing of the institutional relationship between al-Azhar and the Egyptian state.

Sexual harassment among disabilities in Makassar City: An Islamic law perspective

The main objective of the research is to find out the risk of sexual harassment of persons with disabilities in Makassar City from the perspective of Islamic Law. This type of research is qualitative research (field research), with the research approach being theological-normative, sociological, and juridical. Primary data sources were eight subjects. The subjects were five women with disabilities, a psychologist, two social workers, and a religious figure. The secondary data is obtained through books, journal articles, government data, laws, fatwas, and research reports by utilizing libraries, online databases, and websites of related institutions. The data collection methods used are observation, interviews, documentation, and reference searches. Data processing and analysis techniques are carried out in three stages: data reduction, presentation/display, and conclusion drawing. The results of this study show, from an Islamic law perspective, that the protection of women with disabilities is supported by principles such as human dignity (al-Karāmah al-Insāniyah), equality (al-Musawah), justice (al-'Adalah), and freedom (al-Hurriyah). Islam underscores the importance of safeguarding and respecting the rights of all individuals, including those with disabilities. Islamic sanctions for sexual harassment can range from ta'zir (discretionary punishments) to had (prescribed punishments), depending on the severity of the offense. These Islamic principles align with human rights standards and provide a foundation for fostering a more equitable and secure environment for women with disabilities. The research implications include the development of an Islamic law-based protection system, raising social awareness, and establishing a support network to create a safe environment for women with disabilities.

The Effect of Digital Content on Listenig Skills in Middle School Turkish Teaching

The course of development of technology, its speed in the recent period and the point it has reached have led to the fact that our relationship with technology has become a necessity rather than a choice. In this respect, teaching activities that are not intertwined with technology and do not include digital elements will remain as practices that will not go beyond the interests and expectations of students who are the subjects of educational environments. This study, which examines the effect of digital content on listening skills in secondary school Turkish teaching, is at an important point in terms of showing the effect of digital elements on the listening skill, which is the first learning channel of human beings and will continue until death, and it is an issue that should be emphasized carefully in terms of forming the basis for other language skills. The sample of this study consists of 60 students studying in the seventh grade of a secondary school in Elazığ province. In the study, mixed research method was preferred as the method and sequential exploratory design was preferred as the design. Quasi-experimental design was used in the quantitative part of the study and phenomenology design was used in the qualitative part. There was one control and one experimental group in the quantitative part of the study. In order to obtain quantitative data within the scope of the study, the Listening Skills Scale developed by Yalçın and Özcan (2022) was applied to the control and experimental groups as pre-test and post-test. The experimental and control groups were determined according to the pre-test results of the students participating in the study. In the qualitative part of the study, data were obtained from interviews with the students and these interviews were analyzed by content analysis. The results of the study showed that there was a significant difference between the listening skill scale scores of the students in the experimental and control groups in favor of the experimental group in the post-test application, there was a significant increase between the pre-test and post-test scores of the listening skill scale applied to the control group, and there was a significant difference between the listening skill scale scores of the experimental group before and after the application. Considering the results obtained from the interviews, it was seen that listening practices enriched with digital content facilitated comprehension, digital content practices improved listening skills and created a desire to participate in new activities. At the end of the study, suggestions were made for researchers, educators and related institutions.

Amplifying the Impact of Special Collection Exhibitions

This article seeks to provide an adaptable model for cultural heritage institutions looking to amplify exhibition impact using creative secondary outreach tools. Exhibition creation has become integral to the archival and cultural heritage professions—highlighting collection materials, bringing new audiences into archival spaces, and providing opportunities for advocacy. By identifying targeted outreach stages, archives and special collections staff can build partnerships with related cultural heritage institutions and better utilize internal resources.

Gathered: A Theology for Institutions in a Changing Church

Practical theology has historically engaged in sustained theological reflection on the practices of the Church that intersect with the practices of the world. As field of study, it engages in interdisciplinary engagement that combines social and theological forms of reasoning and analysis. As a broader field of praxis, it seeks to support the conditions where people of faith are formed, and communities of faith may flourish. In both expressions, practical theology exists in a dynamic relationship to institutions (e.g., congregations, denominations, universities) and contributes research and praxis that supports the future of institutions and the faith they mediate. While institutions are often the source and site of practical theology, “institutions” are taken for granted as a clearly-identifiable social form and a fixed expression. However, transnational changes in congregations and related faith-based institutions require an account of the nature and role of institutions within practical theology. In this gap, this paper advances a two-part argument: first, institutions are sites of multimodal gathering, creating containers for various forms of encounter where individuals and communities gather around a shared context, shared stories, shared practices, shared resources, and a shared journey. Second, theology for institutions can be sustained by attending to five modes of institutional engagement and analysis that are marked by attention to shared context, narratives, practices, resources, and a journey. Three sections advance this argument. The first part introduces three different situations of institutional encounter to question the relationship between theology and institutions amid a changing organizational landscape. The second part engages Alasdair MacIntyre as an interpretive framework to identify the gap of institutions in the field of practical theology. The third part concludes by detailing the structure of a theological account that resolves this gap in the field and may attend to the forms of gathering institutions provide.

Influences of Social Class on the Negotiation of Authority and Community in Practice of Islam in America

Abstract This paper presents the findings of a qualitative study of religious practice in a working-class and middle-class Muslim American community. Given the small sample size (N = 18), this study is exploratory and suggests avenues for future research on social class and religious practice among Muslim Americans. The results indicate that different social classes have different views regarding the proper role of religion in their lives. Moreover, social class provides people with unequal resources to meet certain demands placed on them by their religious community and society in general. Other aspects of community life (e.g., social networks) also intervene and mediate institutional relationships and affect religious practice. The social and cultural elements that facilitate perceived compliance with a particular interpretation of religious praxis can be analysed in terms of social and cultural capital. This study suggests that social and cultural capital can help scholars understand differences in religious practice among Muslims across different localities and classes.

Multidimensional Curriculum Development and Management Model for Pesantren: A Strategic Approach to Counteract Radicalism

Amid the threat of radicalism and terrorism in Indonesia, Islamic boarding schools are often viewed as breeding grounds for radical groups. This study examines the multidimensional approach in the curriculum of Pondok Pesantren Darul Ishlah Tulang Bawang, Indonesia, to counter radicalism. A case study design involving in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation was employed for this study. The results of this study indicate the need for the integration of moderate values in the pesantren curriculum and activities. This included the enrichment of materials related to life skills. This study also underlines the importance of professionalism in the development of pesantren management through public involvement and technology integration. In addition, regulatory strengthening, government supervision, and cooperation between pesantrens and related institutions are other substantial findings of the study. This multidimensional approach is relevant to prevent pesantrens from becoming hotbeds of radicalism. This encourages the generation of peace agents. A detailed elaboration of efforts to prevent radicalism and terrorism in Indonesia through the pesantren curriculum and management is provided in the study.