Shared Values Research Articles

Cultural Authority and (Non)Compliance with Public Health Directives: The Effect of Legitimacy and Values on Behavior during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

During the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, the success of public health authorities' strategies to curb the spread of the virus hinged on individuals' voluntary compliance with their directives. This study considers how two components of the cultural authority of public health influenced compliance with health guidelines during the pandemic: (1) individuals' views of public health officials as legitimate and (2) the shared value of health. I also examine the influence of other basic values, alongside health, on pandemic behavior. Data come from an original survey of 1,356 U.S. adults collected online in spring 2022. Findings reveal the pivotal role of perceived legitimacy of public health authorities in motivating compliance, even when considering perceived threat of the virus, political orientation, and other contextual factors. Results provide insight into why people complied with health guidelines by indicating how variation in individuals' value priorities influenced behavior.

P0774 Key elements of high quality and sustainable IBD care: the common eye from an inter-, and intra stakeholder perspective

Abstract Background In the Netherlands, the growing burden of IBD, driven by a rising prevalence, a shift to new expensive treatments, and lifelong tight monitoring of mucosal inflammation, necessitates redesigning care processes to ensure accessible and high quality care in the future. Successful innovation requires engagement from all stakeholders within the healthcare system. In this study, we aimed to identify key elements of IBD care from an inter-, and intra-stakeholder perspective in the Dutch setting, exploring shared and unique elements to inform future healthcare improvements. Methods This study included all stakeholders involved in Dutch IBD care: 1) patients, 2) informal caregivers (ICs), 3) healthcare professionals (HCPs), 4) managers of gastroenterology departments, and 5) national stakeholders, e.g. pharmaceutical companies, healthcare insurers, eHealth providers, and the IBD patient organization. Participants were recruited from outpatient clinics and through networks, using purposive, convenience, and snowball sampling. In Phase 1, key elements of IBD care were identified through semi-structured interviews. These elements were prioritized within each group in Phase 2 and Phase 3 convened all stakeholders to discuss shared values, differences, and future implications (Figure 1). Results A total of 78 participants contributed to the study; 21 patients, 10 ICs, 27 HCPs, 8 managers and 12 national stakeholders. Key elements for each stakeholder group (Phase 1) and their rankings (Phase 2) are shown in Figure 2. Patients and ICs mainly identified micro-level elements of IBD care, while managers and national stakeholders focused on meso- and macro-level elements. HCPs addressed elements across all levels. Key elements prioritized across groups for the group discussion (Phase 3) included: accessible and affordable IBD care, adequate information and support, regular follow-up, holistic care with sufficient time and attention, achieving remission, patient autonomy and self-management, shared decision-making, remote monitoring, IBD care at home, easy access to HCPs, HCP’s expertise, scientific research, and a trustful relationship between HCPs, patients and ICs. In Phase 3, stakeholders acknowledged the importance of the identified elements, but revealed differing interpretations of shared concepts, like remote monitoring. Preserving personalized care and a trusting relationship between patients and HCPs were emphasized as key priorities in this. Conclusion Our study shows shared values but also significant differences between stakeholders in IBD care. Shared values can be priorities in redesigning care processes, but innovators should be aware of the elements valued by specific stakeholders based on their unique perspectives.

Creating Shared Value: Alternative Business Model Innovation for Financial Products and Services Sector

This final project focuses on the phenomenon of business lending as a provider and SMEs as customers/ beneficaries. Businesses are too profit-oriented and often overlook shared value in contributing to the profitability of business activities. The final project objectives are to answer the question of how to implement and measure the Creating Shared Value (CSV) programs and to propose a business model canvas to solve the phenomenon of business lending and SMEs for growing together and also give positive impact. With a qualitative approach, the researcher incorporates information from literature analysis on related topics, in-depth interviews with four interviewees, and reports from related companies. Data analysis guided by the triangulation process as a logic of inquiry has been conceptualised by the researcher within this final project, which differs in its goals, purposes, and literature review through the case study research process. Some providers have not yet implemented CSV, and some providers have implemented CSV but not with measurements that relate to business objectives. Besides that, the proposed business model canvas will help providers to implement the CSV concept.

Creating a collaborative culture of learning within a network of community mental health early psychosis programs in Texas.

Learning Health Systems (LHSs) promise meaningful health care improvement through the ongoing use of data, including the lived experience of diverse constituents, such as people participating in and providing services. Most LHSs operate within a specific healthcare system, typically hospital-based, under a common electronic health record (EHR) and management structure. The Early Psychosis Intervention Network in Texas (EPINET-TX) is a novel case study of a developing LHS across 16 independent community mental health clinics operating state-funded coordinated specialty care (CSC) programs for early psychosis. EPINET-TX is a partnership among a multidisciplinary research hub and state and local entities. Grounded in participatory research frameworks, multiple strategies were utilized to align partners around learning goals, build data use competencies, enhance researchers' understanding of program context, and cultivate a continuous performance improvement mindset. Key strategies for developing a LHS culture included a) intentionally building collaborative relationships, b) establishing shared values and governance, c) collaborating in research and change-focused workgroups, and d) sharing learning and growth experiences. For CSC programs operating within the public mental health system, the LHS framework provides a promising model to foster quality improvement, innovation, and action-oriented participatory research.

The influence of board, CEO, and audit committee chairman busyness on the value relevance of accounting information in Saudi listed firms.

This study investigates the impact of board, CEO, and audit committee chairman busyness on the value relevance of accounting information in Saudi listed firms from 2018 to 2022. Utilizing a data of 125 Saudi firms, the research investigates how the busyness of these key governance figures influences the relevance of earnings per share (EPS) and book value per share (BVPS). The findings reveal that board and audit committee chairman busyness significantly enhance the value relevance of EPS, suggesting that their broader networks and strategic oversight improve financial reporting. Conversely, CEO busyness negatively affects the value relevance of BVPS, indicating that divided attention and reduced managerial oversight hinder performance monitoring. These results underscore the dual roles of governance figures and their influence on financial reporting quality. These results highlight the dual effects of governance busyness on financial reporting quality. The study provides novel insights into an emerging market context, offering practical recommendations for policymakers and corporate leaders in line with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. It emphasizes the need for regulatory frameworks to manage director workloads, ensuring enhanced financial reporting and governance effectiveness.

Access to Emerging Technologies and Techniques in the Nigerian Solid Minerals Sector: A Cost-Benefit Analysis

As the global population increases, the scale and impacts of mining have increased exponentially, and there are emerging trends when considering the sector’s future. Therefore, countries are transcending to modern forms of technology to achieve scale economies, decarbonisation, mine health and safety and environmental sustainability through leveraging on Automation, Big Data Analytics, Digital Innovations, and Artificial Intelligence. These innovations have human, social and economic impacts, which can negatively and positively affect the principle of shared value. These complex interdependencies are reshaping the industry on a global scale, and for Nigeria to leverage her mining sector and expand to regional and global value chains, there is a need to scale up access to modern forms of technologies and techniques through linkage optimization, research and development, national and sectoral policies, government intervention, sustainable practices which will ultimately lead to resource-based industrialization. While abundant literature exists on the emergence of technologies in the solid minerals sector, this study, using a desktop and library-based analytical review, finds a dearth of research on the cost-benefit analysis of emerging technologies in the Nigerian mining landscape. This will ensure that technological disruptions are a win-win for communities and stakeholders to drive growth and global competitiveness for the sector. Therefore, Nigeria’s mining laws and policies must be reformed to adapt to these trends and interdependencies

The Role of European Equestrian Institutions in Training Professionals: Outcomes from a Workshop on Horse Welfare in Equestrian Education.

This paper highlights and summarizes the experiences and perceptions of European equestrian educational experts from a workshop held at the French National Riding School in Saumur. The workshop, which brought together fifty leading experts, aimed to address challenges in equestrian education, identify common ground, and share best practices. Using 'The World Café' method, the participants were divided into groups to discuss four key topics: the relationship between horses and humans, diversity of perspectives versus common ground, training philosophy, and social acceptability. A follow-up online focus group was conducted six months later, and the discussions were transcribed and analyzed using qualitative content analysis. The results revealed the need for a universal cultural shift towards an evidence-based approach to riding and training horses, with equine welfare at its core. Key challenges, such as anthropomorphism, varying standards across disciplines and countries, and the evolving horse-human relationship, pose risks to the social license to operate. The findings suggest that educational institutions, with their shared values, are well-positioned to lead this change, although further research is needed to address pedagogical challenges. The study also emphasizes the importance of communicating 'good news stories' to promote evidence-based practices in training and competition.

Comparative study of Ethics of Jainism and of Mahatma Gandhi with Special reference to Ahimsa and observance of Vows

This paper examines the ethical frameworks of Jainism and Mahatma Gandhi with a special focus on Ahimsa (non-violence) and the observance of vows. Jainism, one of the oldest religions in the world, emphasizes strict adherence to Ahimsa and self-discipline through vows as core tenets of its ethical system. Similarly, Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy, deeply influenced by Jain principles, elevated Ahimsa to a universal moral ideal, incorporating it into his social and political movements. The objective of this study is to explore the commonalities between these two ethical approaches, particularly regarding the principles of non-violence and vow observance. Using secondary data sourced from books, journals, and research articles, the study undertakes a comparative analysis to reveal the shared values and their relevance in modern contexts. The findings highlight the enduring significance of Ahimsa and disciplined living in promoting personal and societal harmony. This comparative exploration aims to contribute to the broader understanding of how ancient and modern ethical frameworks converge in their pursuit of peace and moral excellence.

Community-Based Social Capital as a Pillar of Disaster Mitigation in Coastal Areas

This article explores the influence of community-based social capital in disaster management within Bengkalis Regency, Riau Province, a region prone to natural disasters such as floods, landslides, whirlwinds, coastal abrasion, and erosion. Social capital—encompassing bonding, bridging, and linking dimensions—emerges as a pivotal element in disaster prevention and recovery. The research sample comprised local leaders, village officials, and members of community disaster preparedness groups. Data were collected from 73 respondents through a structured survey and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The results highlight that community-based social capital is built upon shared values, norms, trust, and commitments, fostering robust social networks and relationships. These networks are instrumental in spreading information, enhancing disaster preparedness, fostering social solidarity, and bolstering community efforts in disaster mitigation. The article emphasizes the critical role of social capital in disaster-prone regions like Bengkalis and Rupat Islands and advocates for strengthened cross-sector collaboration between governmental and non-governmental entities to optimize disaster management strategies in both preand post-disaster contexts.

A shared value network model based on synergy theory in intelligent manufacturing

A shared value network model based on synergy theory in intelligent manufacturing

Sustainable Procurement in Multinational Corporations: A Conceptual Framework for Aligning Business and Environmental Goals

Sustainable procurement has become a critical focus for multinational corporations (MNCs) seeking to align business objectives with environmental responsibility. This paper proposes a conceptual framework for sustainable procurement that integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles with business strategies to achieve both economic and ecological goals. The framework emphasizes the importance of embedding sustainability into procurement processes, ensuring that purchasing decisions contribute to long-term environmental stewardship while meeting organizational objectives. The paper explores key components of sustainable procurement, including supplier selection, lifecycle analysis, and the integration of sustainability criteria into procurement contracts. By incorporating sustainability metrics into supplier evaluations, MNCs can drive supply chain transparency, encourage responsible sourcing, and promote ethical business practices. Additionally, the framework highlights the role of technology in enhancing procurement efficiency through data-driven decision-making, such as utilizing digital platforms and blockchain for traceability and accountability. A central element of the framework is stakeholder collaboration, which is essential for aligning procurement practices with broader corporate sustainability goals. Engaging suppliers, customers, and local communities in the process fosters innovation and drives shared value, enabling MNCs to balance profitability with environmental and social responsibility. The framework also addresses the challenges of implementing sustainable procurement in complex global supply chains, considering cultural, regulatory, and logistical factors that impact decision-making. Case studies from leading MNCs are analyzed to demonstrate the practical application of the conceptual framework, showcasing how organizations have successfully integrated sustainable procurement practices. Findings reveal that organizations adopting sustainable procurement strategies experience improved brand reputation, cost savings, and enhanced risk management while contributing to global sustainability targets. This conceptual framework serves as a strategic guide for MNCs aiming to harmonize business goals with environmental stewardship. By leveraging sustainability as a core component of procurement, companies can achieve competitive advantage while advancing global sustainability agendas.

Building Narratives of Effectiveness and Customer Orientation at the Interface of Different Actors in the Lifestyle Guidance Service Process.

Co-production is expected to lead to more efficient and effective services. In response, this study aims to describe and understand the construction of effectiveness and the manifestation of customer orientation among the actors involved in the service process of lifestyle guidance. A qualitative narrative study was designed, and data were collected through the thematic interviews (n = 9) with the management, employees and customers of a Finnish public healthcare and social welfare organisation. The main narratives were as follows: (1) Shared value creation narrative, (2) Organisational strategy and customer meeting narrative, (3) Service co-production narrative and (4) Effective service process narrative. Based on the context, input, process and product (CIPP) model, they construct a plot narrative about the customer's need for individual guidance and the goal of transferring responsibility to the organisation. They create cross-pressure on the service process of lifestyle guidance. Achieving the effectiveness of lifestyle guidance requires the service provider to ensure the service is implemented more flexibly between general, self-directed and individually supportive guidance.

How Nihilistic Narratives in Media Undermine Traditional Social Norms

Nihilistic narratives have become a significant presence in modern media, challenging traditional social norms and reshaping cultural values. These narratives critique foundational aspects of societal cohesion, such as morality, community, and purpose, by emphasizing meaninglessness, moral ambiguity, and alienation. While they provide a lens to question outdated traditions and oppressive structures, they also undermine shared ethical principles, weaken communal bonds, and disrupt collective aspirations. This paper explores the cultural consequences of nihilistic narratives, arguing that their widespread adoption risks promoting fragmentation, alienation, and apathy in society. As such narratives gain traction, the balance between critical reflection and the preservation of shared values becomes crucial to maintaining societal cohesion and meaning.

Sustainability reports in Mipymes with GRI standards

The 2030 agenda of the United Nations (UN) issued a series of objectives regarding sustainability as a result of various problems that arise in our world, such as climate change, poverty, inclusion, equality, equity and education. Quality among others. In this context, the UN has been working for several years on strategies to have a better world. One of these strategies was the global pact of shared values and principles between businessmen and civil organizations, with the aim of giving a human face to the global market through the adoption of ten principles in the areas of human rights, labor standards, the environment and anti-corruption. In turn, 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) were created, where all actors can influence by helping to implement strategies that contribute to a better world.

Determinants of Carbon Emission Disclosure in Palm Oil Industries

The acceleration of climate change is greatly influenced by carbon emissions from industrial processes, particularly those that come into direct touch with natural resources. One industry that interacts directly with natural resources is the palm oil sector. From clearing land to managing oil palm plantations, manufacturing palm oil FFB, and distributing palm oil goods, all of this industrial business activity generates carbon emissions that have the potential to harm the environment. The purpose of this study is to investigate the low level of transparency and reporting of carbon activities. A number of variables, such as profitability, firm size, environmental performance, managerial ownership, and corporate worth, are used in this study to analyse carbon emission disclosure. This research is a type of quantitative research using secondary data, namely 25 samples of the palm oil industry in Indonesia for the period 2021–2023. The research results show that profitability and managerial ownership company size have insignificant results on Carbon Emission Disclosure, while environmental performance has a significant effect on Carbon Emission Disclosure. The Carbon Emission Disclosure hypothesis on company value also shows significant results where the more a business entity discloses and reports its carbon activities, the more investor confidence it has which can be seen in the high share value.

Cosmetic Surgery and the Christian Body: Comparative Ethical Reflections from Orthodox and Catholic Traditions

This article explores the ethical dimensions of cosmetic surgery, offering a comparative analysis of perspectives from both the Orthodox and the Catholic moral theologies. Both traditions uphold the sanctity of the human body as a creation of God, emphasizing the importance of maintaining its integrity and dignity. However, their approaches to the ethical implications of cosmetic surgery might reveal distinct theological nuances that reflect their unique doctrinal and cultural contexts. By examining the theological foundations, doctrinal teachings, and contemporary ethical debates within both traditions, this study seeks to illuminate how Orthodox and Catholic ethics address the complexities of bodily modification. The analysis highlights the ways in which each tradition navigates concerns related to vanity, identity, and the pursuit of physical perfection, offering insights into their shared values as well as their distinct perspectives. This interdenominational study aims to contribute to ecumenical and intercultural dialogue, fostering greater understanding and respect between the two original Christian traditions. By engaging with the ethical considerations surrounding cosmetic surgery, this article provides a platform for deeper reflection on the role of the body in Christian spirituality and the ongoing relevance of these issues in a diverse and interconnected world.

Culture Wars, Abortion, and the Supreme Court

Western societies are at a crossroads, grappling with profound questions of identity, values, and governance. The culture wars that dominate public discourse reflect deeper ideological divides that are unlikely to be resolved in the near future. Constitutional courts, as arbiters of these conflicts, play a critical role in shaping the course of these debates. The author cites the example of abortion as an issue deeply embedded in the culture wars. In American political and legal reality, this issue has been resolved not by popularly elected institutions, but by the Supreme Court, whose decisions have not only failed to defuse cultural disputes, but have, on the contrary, intensified them. However, the reliance on judicial resolution also highlights the limitations of political institutions in addressing contentious issues. As societies become more polarized, the challenge is to find common ground and foster dialogue across ideological divides. Only then can Western democracies navigate the complexities of the modern era and chart a path forward that reflects their shared values and aspirations. Moreover, research conducted shortly after the Dobbs decision confirms the commonsense intuition that state legislation is much more in tune with public opinion in a given state and helps defuse one front of the culture war – that of abortion.

CONSTRUCTING SOLIDARITY IN DISCOURSE: A PRAGMA-LINGUISTIC ANALYSIS OF SELECTED SPEECHES BY PRESIDENT ZELENSKY ADDRESSED TO INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY

The article presents the findings of a pilot study of President Wolodymir Zelensky’s solidarity discourse. They illustrate the use of salient linguistic means and discursive strategies of solidarity building in the light of the Russian military attack on Ukraine in 2022. Based on discourse analysis and corpus linguistics, the study focuses on the linguistic patterns of constituting inclusivity through personal deixis. This is complemented by the mapping of an overarching discursive strategy of the construction of togetherness, namely proximization. Conducted from the perspective of the solidarity leader, the research identifies the above strategies as crucial to shaping political support by developing a community of shared values and experiences.

Pathways Into Teaching Ecological Engagement in Congregations

This paper explores the challenges of cultivating ecological engagement in the context of congregations and describes pedagogical strategies for cultivating transformational approaches to care for the Earth. Working with data from clergy taking part in an online program for education and support on climate and environmental issues, we imagine what it might look like for preachers, leaders, and educators alike to be equipped and accompanied for teaching ecological engagement. We draw on social movement theory for rhetorical frames to catalyze change in congregations that may be hindered by narratives of inaction around climate and environmental issues. We also note the importance of context in terms of geography and a sense of place for shaping education and engagement. Two strategies emerge showing promise for future inquiry: framing ecological engagement as relationship between humanity and the rest of the natural world, and theological framing for meaning-making and identifying shared values.

Politeness Pragmatic Orientation in the Production of Advice-giving Speech Acts in Arab TV Talent Shows

Identifying and understanding the distinctive features of speech acts’ realization across different cultures is essential for the pragmatic profiling of any language variety. Existing literature on advice-giving speech acts in Arabic predominantly examines religious texts composed in classical Arabic, overlooking everyday utterances spoken in contemporary Arabic dialects. Although Arabic has many varieties across different cultures, there are some shared values and beliefs that connect various Arab speech communities. Consequently, certain generalizations regarding acceptable politeness patterns in the Arab culture may be established, while acknowledging the presence of cultural and linguistic peculiarities. This study offers a descriptive analysis of spontaneous speech, emphasizing the politeness patterns delineated by Leech (2014), in the context of advice-giving in the Arab culture. The data of this study was obtained from ‘Boulevard Almawaheb’ talent show, comprising a total of seventy-nine advice-giving acts. The analysis followed the mixed-method design, mainly applying qualitative content analysis, supported by quantitative data. The findings indicate a preference for on-record indirect strategies over direct strategies and hints, along with a tendency to prioritize certain constraints, such as Approbation. The present study seeks to address the research gap in advice-giving pragmatic orientation within the Arab culture, with the intention of contributing to the establishment of a comprehensive pragmatic profile of speech acts in the Arab world.