Shared Responsibility Research Articles

Citizens’ engagement in health risk communication and preventive behaviors: the mediating role of perceived shared responsibility in the COVID-19 pandemic

ABSTRACT Background In times of a public health emergency such as COVID-19, a government-centric approach may not be sufficient to contain the epidemic and ensure citizens’ compliance. This study proposes a theoretical model that integrates individual-oriented, social-oriented, and community-oriented factors to predict individuals’ engagement in preventive behaviors and citizen health emergency communication (CHEC). Perceived shared responsibility, which results from the communal nature of the pandemic, is tested as a mediator in the relationships between different motivations and behaviors in the context of COVID-19. Method To test the model, an online survey with a quota sample of 1,301 adults reflecting the composition of the U.S. population was conducted via Qualtrics. Results Results show that perceived severity, self-efficacy, worry, and social support significantly increase the perception of shared responsibility, subsequently increasing individuals’ adherence to preventive behaviors and their engagement in CHEC. In this process, shared responsibility serves as a mediator between some tested relationships between motivators and two types of behaviors (i.e. communication and prevention). Conclusions During a public health emergency, individuals’ preventive behaviors and communication behaviors are determined by the individual-oriented (e.g. perceived severity), social-oriented (e.g. social support), and community-oriented (e.g. perception of shared responsibility) factors. In this mechanism, the perception of shared responsibility explains how some motivators influence individuals’ communication and prevention behaviors.

A governance framework model for cloud computing: role of AI, security, compliance, and management

The rapid adoption of cloud computing has transformed how organizations manage their IT resources, necessitating robust governance frameworks to address the complexities and risks inherent in cloud environments. This review proposes a comprehensive governance framework model that integrates the roles of artificial intelligence (AI), security, compliance, and management to enhance the effectiveness of cloud operations. AI plays a critical role in optimizing resource allocation and improving decision-making processes within cloud governance. By leveraging machine learning algorithms, organizations can achieve dynamic resource management, predictive analytics, and automated compliance monitoring, which enhance operational efficiency and reduce human error. Furthermore, the integration of AI in security management facilitates real-time threat detection and response, allowing organizations to proactively mitigate risks associated with data breaches and cyberattacks. Security is a paramount concern in cloud governance, given the shared responsibility model between cloud providers and clients. This framework emphasizes the implementation of comprehensive security measures, including data encryption, identity management, and incident response protocols, to safeguard sensitive information and maintain customer trust. Compliance with regulatory requirements is essential in ensuring organizational accountability and minimizing legal risks. The proposed governance model incorporates automated compliance checks and reporting mechanisms, ensuring adherence to industry-specific regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA. Moreover, effective management of cloud resources is crucial for optimizing performance and controlling costs. The governance framework outlines best practices for lifecycle management, cost optimization, and resource allocation, enabling organizations to achieve their strategic objectives. This governance framework model underscores the importance of integrating AI, security, compliance, and management for a holistic approach to cloud governance, providing organizations with the necessary tools to navigate the complexities of cloud computing while maximizing its benefits.

Professional Self-Care in Social Work Practice: A New Conceptual Framework.

Social work practitioners have experienced increased rates of burnout, fatigue, and occupational stress. To combat deteriorating mental health, the National Association of Social Workers' Code of Ethics has called for a renewed focus on self-care practice. Yet, self-care education often fails to consider how to integrate practices into the workplace, especially with constrained resources and increasing caseloads. The purpose of this study was to examine healthcare social workers' perceptions of self-care in the workplace. Semistructured virtual interviews were conducted with healthcare social workers (N = 43) across the state of Texas. Interviews were transcribed verbatim and redacted to protect participant confidentiality. Through content analysis, the research team analyzed transcripts by selecting meaningful units of text to create codes and categories. Themes were then developed, and the research team refined codes, discussed inconsistencies, and reached consensus. Findings demonstrate self-care in the workplace includes (a) individual strategies, identified by strong and trustworthy peer support systems and boundary management; (b) intrapersonal strategies, identified by formal supervision and advocacy and activism; and (c) institutional strategies, identified by ethical workplace cultures that invest in mental health and explicitly value social work. These data inform a framework to adapt self-care from an individual necessity to a shared responsibility among organizational leadership.

'For Youth by Youth': Distributive Leadership in Action With a Youth Codesign Team.

Integrated youth services are an emerging delivery model in Canada that addresses siloed and fragmented youth mental health and other services. Youth engagement is viable for developing integrated youth services when purposefully built. However, it is not always clear how youth are involved in service transformation as decision-makers, and it requires an exploration of how to work with youth authentically and intentionally in the codesign process. This study reflects on the development of HOMEBASE, a network of integrated youth service delivery in Saskatchewan, Canada, and documents the process of actively and authentically engaging with youth through distributive leadership in the codesign process. Youth are actively and eagerly willing to participate in the codesign process of developing integrated services when there is a shared responsibility, and they are authentically involved and informed within the decision-making process. This requires time to form trust, build relationships and provide youth with low-pressure environments to foster healthy debates. By utilizing a distributive leadership approach, the Youth Codesign Team has been engaged in various levels of decision-making. By following these guiding principles, policymakers, youth development workers and researchers can engage youth in meaningful ways to improve the design and development of integrated care. Five youths from the HOMEBASE Provincial Youth Co-Design Team collaborated in writing this article based on their experiences of being engaged at varying levels of decision-making in a distributive leadership approach to building integrated youth services.

Pragmatic effects of intersubjective evidentiality

Abstract I aim here to analyze the semantic and pragmatic functions of the negative question oukh horâis? ‘don’t you see?’ in the context of dialogic interactions in Classical Greek. In light of recent studies on the intersubjective impact of evidential strategies, especially, though not exclusively, on their use in interrogative contexts, I propose to interpret oukh horâis? as a non-canonical, assertive question with an evidential intersubjective value, primarily encompassing the domain of visual evidentiality but also allowing the expression of inferential evidentiality. It is shown that the oukh horâis? strategy enables the speaker to (i) engage the hearer by guiding their focus to a visual source of information which is relevant to the construction of their interaction, (ii) make the hearer responsible, and (iii) share responsibility, ultimately with an agreement-seeking function. The analysis is corpus-based and investigates the occurrences of oukh horâis? in all the plays by Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides and Aristophanes. Furthermore, it examines the occurrences of the non-negative question horâis? ‘do you see?’ for comparative purposes.

The repeal of Australia’s problematic family law presumption (and other amendments): cautiously welcomed – but what has been lost?

ABSTRACT Felicity Kaganas was intrigued by the legal concept of presumptions. She explored the presumption in the family law of England and Wales before and after its introduction in 2014. The presumption which began operating in the Australian Family Law Act 1975 (FLA) in 2006 stated that ‘equal shared parental responsibility’ (‘joint legal custody’ or guardianship) is in the best interests of children and created a legislative link between the making of such an order to shared parenting time orders. Many subsequent reviews of the FLA recommended amending the presumption, if not repealing it, but no changes were made. Meantime in England and Wales a less intrusive presumption was introduced, together with a Practice Direction intended to limit its over-use. Then in 2023 major changes to the FLA in Australia were introduced, including repealing the presumption. They became operative in May 2024. This article explores their potential to better protect parents and children who have experienced family violence. It also examines the potential consequences of the repeal of sections that provided guideposts when making shared care orders and others that rendered the past caring for children relevant. These losses could be detrimental to mothers and children who have lived with domestic and family violence or abuse.

Managing boundaries: exploring the experiences of line-managers who provide mental health support in the workplace

The increase in mental ill-health amongst the working population presents a serious challenge for organisations. Line-managers are an important provider of support to staff with psychological distress (PD), their experiences however, are under-researched. In response, we interviewed 15 line-managers from the private, public, and voluntary sector about their support provision to subordinates with PD. Drawing upon workplace social support and boundary management theory we explored line-manager confidence, boundaries of the manager/subordinate relationship, and how they navigate the competing demands of their role. We found that organisational psychosocial climate and context are key factors: a stressful or demanding working environment, and/or unsupportive colleagues can undermine the capacity of line-managers to provide social support. Theoretical contributions include focusing on the provider, rather than recipient, of social support and integrating social support and boundary management theory. Practical recommendations include removing the onus on line-managers to provide support and advocating shared organisational responsibility for support from multiple sources, underpinned by a wider remit of policies and procedures. This paper includes line-manager narratives around employee mental ill-health including reference to suicide, that some readers may find distressing.

Citizen responsive contributions in wildfire crisis Lessons about Shared Responsibility from the 2021 Finsjö fire

Citizen responsive contributions in wildfire crisis Lessons about Shared Responsibility from the 2021 Finsjö fire

Post-approval evidence generation: a shared responsibility for healthcare.

Post-approval evidence generation: a shared responsibility for healthcare.

Patient and Family Engagement in Infection Prevention During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Q-Methodology Study with Stakeholders from a Canadian University Health Care Center

BackgroundHealth care–associated infections are frequent complications for hospitalized patients, and the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated this issue. This study aimed to explore stakeholders’ viewpoints on how patients and families should engage in preventing health care–associated infections in hospital settings. MethodsThe authors employed Q-methodology, a mixed methods approach combining by-person factor analysis with in-depth interviews to capture shared viewpoints among participants. The research was conducted in a university-affiliated adult transplant unit using a purposive sample of staff members, patients, and family members. Participants ranked 40 preselected statements on a tablet using the Q-sorTouch Web application (for example, “Staff members should check that patients and family members wash their hands at key moments”) on a continuum from “most agree” (+2) to “most disagree” (-2). Participants then took part in in-depth interviews to elaborate on their rankings. Data analysis included factor extraction and thematic interpretation. ResultsNineteen participants completed the study. Analysis revealed three distinct viewpoints on patient and family engagement in infection prevention and control: (1) a controlling approach in which health care professionals ensure patient and family compliance, (2) an enabling approach that supports shared responsibility and emphasizes autonomy, and (3) a view of patients and family members as vigilant partners. Seven consensus statements emerged, indicating agreement on strategies in which patients and families are passive rather than proactive. ConclusionAlthough a paternalistic model emphasizing health care professional oversight prevailed, alternative perspectives emerged advocating for greater autonomy and responsibility among patients and families. These differing opinions indicate ongoing debate about how best to involve patients and their families in infection control, particularly during periods of heightened risk.

Exploring the value of shared responsibility for improving birth preparedness and complications readiness practices: A literature review.

Birth Preparedness and Complication Readiness (BPCR) is a comprehensive strategy to ensure a safer pregnancy. The BPCR shared responsibilities matrix describes the roles of policymakers, facility managers, health care providers, communities, families, and women in ensuring that women and newborns receive skilled and timely maternal and newborn care that can positively improve health outcomes for mothers and their babies. The objective of the study was to describe a shared responsibility on roles to improve childbirth readiness practices and readiness in the face of complications. The literature was systematically obtained from online journal databases namely PubMed, Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, and other related sources, from 2018 to 2023. Sixteen articles on BPCR Interventions were described. Existing literature identifies the value of health care providers, communities, families, and women in shared responsibilities that can improve BPCR practices. We conclude that this review indicates that the value of pregnant women, facility managers, and policy makers in BPCR is still limited.

Poverty Alleviation from an Islamic Perspective: Study of LazisNU Ponorogo Programs

Poverty is a deep-rooted social issue that demands serious attention in its resolution. Islam rejects poverty, considering it a calamity that must be fought, while social welfare is a shared responsibility, as outlined in Article 34 and Article 27 Paragraph 2 of the 1945 Constitution. Despite the government's efforts to alleviate poverty since independence, the results could have been more optimal. This study employs a descriptive qualitative method, collecting data through interviews, observations, documentation, and literature analysis. It also examines Islamic poverty alleviation through a NU Care-LAZISNU Ponorogo case study, which manages zakat, infaq, and sedekah to assist people experiencing poverty. The findings of this study highlight the need to apply Islamic economic principles in social and economic policies to reduce inequality and improve social welfare in Indonesia.

How to encourage more public participation in marine disaster risk management: Evidence from a survey experiment in China

Raising public awareness of maritime risk and disseminating information about disaster prevention and reduction are the most frequent ways that the government incorporates citizens in marine disaster risk management (DRM). However, these measures are deemed to be insufficient to drive the participation rate. This study aims to understand the participation trend of citizens in marine DRM. On the basis of the theory of citizen participation’s ladder, public participation within marine DRM is categorized into non-participation, tokenistic participation, and substantive participation. Using organization theory, the government’s strategies for encouraging participation are classified into common approach (raising awareness), structural approach (innovating instruments), and cultural approach (developing citizenship). Considering the vignette experiment of 403 citizens in a coastal city of China that has historically been subject to marine disasters, it was found that effectiveness of the strategies, from highest to lowest, are citizenship development, risk education, and instruments innovation. At the individual level, psychological characteristics such as trust in the government, past disaster experience, and knowledge of marine DRM did not significantly influence citizens’ participation preferences. At the government level, even when citizens are informed about new participatory mechanisms and tools, they still tend to be unwilling to share responsibilities. However, self-efficacy and understanding the beneficial outcomes of their participation in marine (DRM) can positively impact the willingness to participate. The results show that to encourage public participation substantively in the marine DRM, it is important to cultivate a sense of civic duty and enhance citizens’ sense of ownership, fostering a closer and more equitable partnership between the state and society.

Promoting vaccination for newly arrived migrants: a multistakeholder collaboration pilot

Abstract Access to vaccinations for Newly Arrived Migrants (NAMs) is a critical public health issue. In the context of the project ‘Increased Access for Newly Arrived Migrants-AcToVax4NAM’ (Grant No. 101018349, 3rd EU Health Program), DPHID-SAP and GLOB-ISS conducted a pilot aimed at developing and testing a system pathway to promote and vaccinate NAMs. The pilot began with the creation of a team between researchers from DPHID-SAP and GLOB-ISS, professionals from two services of the Local Health Authority and from a first reception centre (CAS) in Rome area. An integrated knowledge translation approach was used, which facilitated the collaborative development of strategies and actions of the pilot. The team then reached out to other ‘professionals FOR health’ involved in the vaccination process of NAMs, i.e. physicians from Temporarily Present Foreigners (STP) outpatient clinics, General Practitioners and Pediatricians. Between July 2023 and April 2024, four actions were developed. 1) analysis of the current access of NAMs to vaccination services and the subsequent development of a contextualized pathway to facilitate vaccinations for NAMs, including catch-up strategies; 2) identification of informed consent and other materials needed to be included in the pathway; subsequently, translated in 10 languages; 3) implementation of vaccine literacy session for CAS staff and NAMs; 4) improvement of immunization information flows to enable assessment of vaccination coverage of NAMs. To evaluate the pilot, the vaccination rate observed during the pilot (January-April 2024) was compared to that occurring in 2023, showing a 36.5-fold increase in the vaccination rate (4 x 100 person-year in 2023 and 155 x 100 p/y in 2024; RR = 36.5 (95%CI 14.6-117.6). The pilot highlighted that a research collaborative approach among various actors facilitated the access to vaccination for NAMs and was an opportunity to turn knowledge into action. Key messages • It is essential to ensure equitable vaccination coverage to reduce under-immunized groups. • Access to vaccination is a key element of the right to health and for collective health protection and it should be a shared responsibility.

Fire futures: design for community-led resilience

ABSTRACT The increasing threat of catastrophic wildfires (referred to as bushfires in Australia) highlights the need for both governments and communities to collectively develop strategies for resilience. The principle of shared responsibility suggests a way forward, however, in practice residents and agencies often have contrary understandings of what sharing means in practice and asymmetric distributions of power can curtail community initiatives. Meanwhile, a focus on life and property does not account for broader issues of environmental health. This article details research that aimed to design media to support community-led fire management among two communities north-west of Brisbane, Australia. Findings from in-depth interviews and a codesign workshop reveal a need for more effective communication with residents, greater transparency from agencies, and a desire to better understand the role of fire in the local environment. We present design concepts targeted to foster engagement and action towards a fire-resilient future. The project reveals opportunities to conceive shared responsibility as a process of negotiating action between communities, agencies, and government and to extend the principle beyond people to the environment. We see the landscape as a dynamic actor in the process of sharing responsibility. Key policy highlights The concept of shared responsibility can be understood as a process of negotiating action between communities, agencies and the natural environment. In the context of wildfire resilience, the natural environment is a dynamic participant in the process of sharing responsibility. Participatory processes of community engagement could support the renegotiation of responsibilities that are jointly owned between citizens and government. A changed narrative about shared responsibility for the natural environment by agencies and communities could realign priorities and help establish alternative practices.

Inclusive intervention design for vulnerable road users: Applying co-design and behaviour change model in Bangladesh

In developing countries, it is debatable whether poor design of facilities or violation of traffic rules by road users is the leading cause of pedestrian injuries and deaths. Professionals, pedestrians and drivers tend to blame each other. Shared responsibility for road safety is crucial for protecting vulnerable road users such as commuting students and workers who face higher injury risks while crossing highways. While the Safe System approach emphasises authorities’ responsibility for safe facilities, understanding user needs and promoting behaviour change remain underexplored. This study investigates the current design practices in Bangladesh. It compares the impact of conventional design with co-design on intervention quality and examines the further benefits of integrating a behaviour change model ‘COM-B’.Local road agency professionals applied the design process and suggested interventions at four highway sites. Subsequently, four focus group sessions were conducted with students and workers, followed by four design workshops. In each workshop, participants were randomly assigned to two design groups (without and with the application of the behaviour change model), where they designed interventions facilitated by professionals. Lastly, perception ratings of stakeholders and safety assessments by four experts were conducted to evaluate the efficacy of all interventions.The findings highlight major usability problems in conventional designs, while co-designed interventions demonstrate clear improvements. Notably, integrating a behaviour change model further enhances effectiveness. Stakeholder interviews reveal that co-design fosters shared responsibility and addresses the blame culture. The co-design approach and application of the behaviour change model can address design flaws and promote the proper use of facilities.

Sustainable Dietary Patterns and Alternative Food Sources

Sustainable nutrition ensures optimal dietary intake by evaluating the life cycle of foods and their environmental impacts, aiming to meet current needs without jeopardizing the ability of future generations to do the same. It is characterized by low greenhouse gas emissions, minimal water footprint, efficient energy and land use, and reduced food waste. Sustainable dietary models, which have become increasingly important in the face of rising food demand and climate change challenges, include the Mediterranean Diet, Nordic Diet, DASH Diet, Double Pyramid Model, Flexitarian Diet, EAT-Lancet Commission Reference Diet, and Vegetarian and Vegan diets. Alternative protein sources such as algae, insects, and cultured meat are also significant. Algae offer sustainability through ocean use but have unclear metabolic impacts. Insects are efficient and environmentally friendly but require safety assessments. Cultured meat promises environmental benefits but faces cost and acceptance hurdles. Promoting sustainable eating habits requires a collective effort and is a shared responsibility towards our planet and ourselves.

The Qur'anic Perspective On Marine Resource Conservation: A Human Responsibility

The conservation of marine resources is an important issue in maintaining the balance of ecosystems and the sustainability of life on earth. The Qur'an provides clear guidance on human responsibility in protecting nature, including marine resources. This article seeks to reveal the messages contained in the Qur'an related to the ocean. The Qur'an emphasises the importance of maintaining the balance of nature (mizan) and prohibits destruction (fasad) on earth. QS. Al-A'raf [7:56] and QS. Al-Baqarah [2:30] emphasise the role of humans as khalifahs responsible for environmental sustainability. These principles include the protection of marine resources through conservation measures and sustainable management. Therefore, a friendly attitude towards the environment and sustainable utilisation is a shared responsibility. This research was conducted through a literature study using qualitative, descriptive methods, relying on deductive and inductive approaches and then analysed structurally and sociologically ethnographically. These findings underscore that marine resource conservation in Islam is not only an ecological obligation but also a rewarding act of worship. Implementing these principles in everyday policies and practices can help address global environmental challenges and ensure the sustainability of marine resources for future generations. The Qur'anic perspective on marine resource conservation emphasises human responsibility for maintaining the balance of nature and preventing damage. These principles are relevant to be applied in modern conservation efforts to achieve environmental sustainability

Learning From Community-Based Efforts Toward Shared Responsibility for Climate and Environmental Justice

In this exploratory inquiry, the research team investigates community-based data practices in climate and environmental justice initiatives. We set out to learn from the long history and current activities of communities seeking to hold corporate and government actors responsible to enact care for the climate and environment (e.g., monitoring air quality and waterways affected by petrochemical industries). Through a critical intersectional care ethics lens, we follow how groups respond to harms to ecosystems and seek healing, positioning their epistemic authority as they work with data (e.g., Ottinger, 2023; Puig de la Bellacasa, 2017). This work draws insights from inquiries which have examined how communities engage with climate action and efforts toward environmental sustainability (e.g., dos Santos et al., 2024; Kaczmarek, 2023; Nathan, 2012). Through a poster reporting on preliminary research, we share early analyses highlighting communities’ labor of resisting corporate delay, denial, and other dis- and mal-information practices, which slow or block urgently needed action and truth-telling. Methods involve analysis of archival records created by and about communities affected by the Love Canal toxic waste crisis in Western New York. The project aims to appreciate differences and similarities in community-based data practices, identifying further possibilities for information professionals and libraries, archives, and museums to uphold these data practices and associated knowledge and memory work, research, and storytelling. In turn, the team proposes future work to trace the development of community-based practices with climate and environmental data over time.

Legal responsibility of mining companies for agricultural land damage due to mining activities in Wasile district, East Halmahera Regency

The problematic activities of mining companies towards agricultural land damage should no longer be a collegial problem, but have logical consequences for society and the environment. Furthermore, it has become a shared responsibility of humanity. Natural resources are a trigger for excessive use of environmental services. Therefore, the reason some people exploit environmental capital is not only intended to survive, but instead is based on the basis of interests alone. The purpose of this study is to analyze the form of legal responsibility of mining companies for agricultural land damage due to mining activities in Wasile District, East Halmahera Regency. The research method used in this study is the empirical legal research method, through literature studies and field studies, namely conducting interviews. Environmental protection and management requires the development of an integrated system in the form of a national policy for environmental protection and management that must be implemented in a principled and consistent manner from the center to the regions. Legal responsibilities of mining companies include: The company must ensure that environmental costs are included in the management fund including environmental preservation after mining activities are carried out.