Social Programs Research Articles

The Impact of Nurses Completing their Educational Attainment on the Health Services Provided to Patients and Reviews in Health Centers

This current study aims to know the impact of a nurse completing his educational attainment and its impact on the health services provided to society in general. It is also important to know the effect of completing his educational attainment on the quality of work and better dealing with patients and medical staff. It is also important to know its impact on increasing the organization of his time at work. Knowing its impact on increasing his efficiency in his work environment, A questionnaire was prepared via Google Drive and distributed to the population aged 25-55 years, men and women, in the city of Mecca. As for the questionnaire, it was distributed via the social networking program (WhatsApp) for the purpose of distancing for fear of the presence of the Corona virus. 400 questionnaires were distributed, and 395 responses were obtained via email to the principal researcher. The current study concluded that the impact of completing the educational attainment of male and female nurses and its impact on the health service provided was a very positive impact of 94.8%, and it also helped improve the health service provided to patients by a greater percentage of 90%.

The Role of Emergency Paramedics in Transporting Cases to Health Facilities

This study aims to the role of emergency paramedics in transporting cases to hospitals, the rate of completion of emergency paramedics in transporting cases to hospitals in record time, the role of emergency paramedics in saving people’s lives , a questionnaire was prepared via Google Drive and distributed to the population aged 25-55 years, men and women, in the city of Mecca. As for the questionnaire, it was distributed via the social networking program (WhatsApp) for the purpose of distancing for fear of the presence of the Corona virus. 400 questionnaires were distributed, and 380 responses were obtained via email to the principal researcher. The paramedic writes a brief report and sends it with the injured person when he is transported to the doctor or to the hospital? Yes 91.1%. From the participants’ opinions, we it concluded that the role of the emergency paramedic is extremely important in saving people’s lives.

The Effect of Mindfulness-Based SEL Programs on Reducing Stress and Improving Mental Health in Adolescents in Jordan

This study employed quantitative methodologies to investigate the impact of a 12-week mindfulness-based Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) program on lowering stress and improving mental well-being in a sample of 300 adolescents from Jordan. The study employed a stratified random sampling strategy to choose participants from diverse urban and rural populations. Data was collected utilizing the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) and the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ). The data evaluation involved the use of descriptive statistics, paired-sample t-tests, regression analysis, and an Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA). The results indicate a significant decrease in stress levels and positive changes in mental health outcomes following the intervention. The regression analysis revealed that age was a likely predictor of changes in stress levels, indicating that older persons saw more significant declines. The analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) indicated significant gender-specific discrepancies in the impacts of the intervention. Independent samples t-tests revealed statistically significant variations in the average rankings across specific age groups and school environments. Proposed measures include implementing mindfulness-based social and emotional learning (SEL) programs in school systems, tailoring treatments to suit different demographic groups, examining gender-specific factors, and advocating for policy integration. Performing a longitudinal study is typically advised to assess the long-term sustainability of intervention results.

The Importance of the Role of Nursing in Health Transformation

This current study aims to, the impact of nursing on health transformation, the role of nursing and its effectiveness in health transformation, the extent to which health services are affected by health transformation ,the most prominent health transformation achievements, A questionnaire was prepared via Google Drive and distributed to the population aged 25-55 years, men and women, in the city of Mecca. As for the questionnaire, it was distributed via the social networking program (WhatsApp) for the purpose of distancing for fear of the presence of the Corona virus. 380 questionnaires were distributed, and 370 responses were obtained via email to the principal researcher.

Pengabdian Masyarakat Berbasis Moderasi Beragama: Upaya Pencegahan Perundungan di SMP Negeri 1 Wonotunggal

The socialization program "Stop Bullying: Stop the Hate and Let's Spread the Love" is part of the Real Work Lecture (KKN) activities carried out at SMP Negeri 1 Wonotunggal, Wonotunggal Village, Wonotunggal District, Batang Regency. This program aims to increase students' awareness of the dangers of bullying and promote a harmonious friendship environment without violence. Through lecture methods, discussions and interactive activities such as positive affirmation and express yourself sessions, students are encouraged to understand the impact of bullying and how to prevent it. The implementation of the values of religious moderation in this program emphasizes the importance of respecting differences, rejecting violence, and building solidarity among students. The results of this program show active participation from students and support from the school in efforts to prevent bullying, with the hope of creating a safe and comfortable school environment for all students.

Auto-Immune Diseases, Head and Neck Trauma, and Smoking Are Strong Predictors of Multiple Sclerosis.

Several health, environmental, and lifestyle-related factors have been separately linked to multiple sclerosis (MS) by different studies. However, these studies did not adequately account for the temporal association of these factors with MS while considering the influence of other variables in the analysis. A comprehensive investigation of these factors remains scarce. A hospital-based case-control study was carried out between Jun 2020 to Mar 2021 on 525 cases and 1050 controls frequently matched by age and sex. Cases and controls were selected at the same time and from the same centers (Motahari and Imam Reza referral centers) in Shiraz (the capital of Fars Province). Health, socio-demographic, and lifestyle status during adolescence were studied in this case-control study. The likelihood of having a history of autoimmune disease(s) (ORyes/no=15.67, P<0.001) and family history of MS (ORyes/no=11.57, P<0.001) were higher in cases. In addition, the likelihoods of reporting a history of head/neck traumas (ORhaving a history/no history=9.16, P<0.001), smoking (ORregular/other =2.24, P=0.008), and stressful events (ORyes/no=1.47, P=0.007) were higher among the case group. On the other hand, the odds of sun exposure (ORmost the time/seldom =0.14, P<0.001), physical activity (ORactive/inactive=0.45, P<0.001), and good quality sleep (OR=0.93, P<0.001) were significantly lower in the case group. This study provided a broad picture of the factors associated with MS, most of which were modifiable. Positive alterations to these factors through social and health educational programs are likely to reduce the burden of MS in Iran.

Criminal Liability by the Company in the Implementation of Occupational Safety and Health Management System

The purpose of this research is to find out how companies can be held accountable for their violations of the occupational safety and health management system. This research was conducted qualitatively using empirical data and legal sources of legislation. This research was conducted at the South Sulawesi Provincial Manpower Office and BPJS Employment Makassar City Branch. The results show that businesses can be criminally liable if they commit errors or omissions, such as not reporting work accidents, not registering employees in the BPJS employment social security program, and not having OHS certification for employees and operators. Criminal liability accepted by organisations includes imprisonment. In addition to criminal penalties, companies may also face administrative reprimands or fines. If companies do not implement an Occupational Safety and Health Management System, they must receive a warning. If the company does not follow the warning, the Indonesian Law No. 8 of 1981 on Criminal Procedure Law will be applied, in accordance with the provisions in PERMA No. 13 of 2016 on Procedures for Handling Criminal Cases by Companies. Companies that do not implement the Occupational Safety and Health Management System will be subject to imprisonment for a maximum of 3 months according to Article 15 of Law No. 1 of 1970 on Occupational Safety and Article 186 of Law No. 13 of 2003 on Labour.

The Role of Migration in Social Inclusion and Poverty Alleviation Programs in Bihar

Abstract Migration plays a pivotal role in shaping social inclusion and poverty alleviation efforts, especially in regions like Bihar, where a significant portion of the population depends on seasonal and permanent migration for livelihoods. This article examines the intricate relationship between migration, social inclusion, and poverty alleviation programs in Bihar, leveraging secondary data from sources such as the Census 2011, the National Family Health Survey (NFHS), and reports from NITI Aayog. Apart from this, we will discuss primary source through case studies, policy reports, and stakeholder interviews to enhance understanding of migrant workers' challenges in accessing social welfare programs. Through a comprehensive literature review, objectives, and methodological framework, this study aims to highlight the role of migration as a double-edged sword that can both challenge and enhance the effectiveness of social welfare programs in Bihar.

THE MAIN CHALLENGES OF THE SOCIAL PROTECTION SYSTEM IN POST-PANDEMIC GEORGIA

In the post-pandemic period in Georgia, despite the high rate of economic growth, poverty and social exclusion remain an acute challenge. The social protection mechanisms operating in the country, such as one-time cash assistance, targeted social assistance, and other support services, such as housing and shelter, services for disabled persons, etc., still cannot provide the desired living conditions for citizens. Establishing and further improving a sustainable, fair, and effective social protection system is one of the country's priorities. Ensuring the effectiveness of the targeted social assistance system is a significant task of both the central and municipal governments. The targeted social assistance program operating in Georgia, which assesses the socio-economic status of families according to the updated methodology, tries to realistically evaluate the needs of the socially vulnerable part of the population, children and families with children, and accordingly determine the main directions of social policy. It is also significant to promote the integration of individuals with disabilities, to improve the socio-economic status and living conditions of internally displaced individuals and eco-migrants, and others. The paper analyzes the primary mechanisms, achievements, and challenges of the social protection system in Georgia. Recommendations are presented in the direction of overcoming poverty and raising the population's standard of living.

Penyuluhan dan Sosialisasi Guna Meningkatkan Kesadaran Bahaya NAPZA bagi Remaja Desa Sumbersari

Abuse of Narcotics, Psychotropics and Addictive Substances (Drugs) among the younger generation is a crucial issue that threatens the future of the nation. This abuse has a significant negative impact on the mental and physical development of the younger generation. Therefore, prevention efforts through education, routine counseling and positive activities in the community are very important. The socialization program on the dangers of drugs was carried out at the Sumbersari Village Hall, Ngampel District, Kendal Regency. The targets for this activity are teenagers from Sumbersari Village. This activity is carried out using the ABCD method which includes identifying community strengths, asset mapping, community economic analysis, creating relationships and activity priorities, as well as monitoring and evaluation. The results of counseling regarding the abuse of narcotics, psychotropic substances and other addictive substances in Sumbersari village show significant benefits for the younger generation. Participants' responses emphasized the importance of the understanding provided. The suitability of participants' expectations with the reality of the activity can be seen from the appreciation for the presence of food and similarities with socialization at school. Participants' understanding also increased thanks to the material presented in an interesting way. Comfort during activities is an important factor in maintaining participant concentration. However, participant satisfaction was affected by schedule discrepancies.

Educational Programs to Promote Social Entrepreneurship: Development of Human and Community Skills in Real Environments

This quantitative study investigates the impact of educational programs designed to foster social entrepreneurship on the development of human and community skills. Data were collected from 150 university students in Latin America, who participated in social entrepreneurship programs during the 2022-2023 academic cycle. Through structured surveys, key competencies such as leadership, empathy, problem-solving and teamwork were assessed. The results show that educational programs that integrate social entrepreneurship have a significant impact on the development of skills that not only benefit students individually, but also their communities. This study highlights the importance of practical experiences in education for social entrepreneurship.

Sosialisasi Dampak Sampah terhadap Lingkungan untuk Mewujudkan Lingkungan yang Bersih dan Sehat di Desa Harjowinangun Timur Kecamatan Tersono Kabupaten Batang

Harjowinangun Timur Village is a village located in Tersono District, Batang Regency, Central Java Province, Indonesia. Harjowinangun Timur Village has a livelihood in agriculture and the majority of the people of Harjowinangun Timur Village work as farmers, farm laborers, and factory workers. Waste is one of the problems that occurs in Harjowinangun Timur Village. Waste is something that cannot be avoided and is difficult to solve, in an effort to reduce the waste population, the first thing to do is to increase public awareness about the dangers of waste. Therefore, the UIN Walisongo Religious Moderation Community Service (KKN) group has one work program that has urgency regarding this problem, namely conducting socialization of waste and the impact of waste on the environment to create a clean and healthy environment. With the socialization program of waste and the impact of waste on the environment to create a clean and healthy environment in Harjowinangun Timur Village, it is hoped that the environmental conditions of Harjowinangun Timur Village will improve and can overcome the waste problem in Harjowinangun Timur Village

MODERN MECHANISMS OF NON-STATE ACTORSIN THE SOCIAL PROTECTION SYSTEM PARTICIPATION

The article is devoted to the current topic of development of the social protection system. Statistics show that the number of citizens demanding support from the state is growing: society is aging, there is an increase in the number of people with disabilities, and the number of inpatient social service organizations is growing. The total number of disabled people is more than 11 million people, the number of lonely elderly people is more than 7 million people, which requires the development of modern mechanisms for social protection of the population. The theoretical analysis made it possible to highlight the features of understanding and propose an expanded description of the category “social protection” from the perspective of the individual and the state, including social security, guarantees, assistance, support¸ compensation, insurance, generally characterized by the consumption of all types of social services within the framework of the state social policy . The proposed theoretical three-level model of providing social protection takes into account factorial and dynamic elements and can be the basis for building an effective social security system with the involvement of socially oriented non-profit organizations. The analysis of statistical data revealed an increase in the number of volunteers in the implementation of civil initiatives of socially oriented non-profit organizations, which requires systematic development and implementation in state social support programs to increase the efficiency of social protection processes. A study of the target audience's awareness of the work of socially oriented non-profit organizations confirmed the need to popularize ongoing social projects to expand the scope of social services. The proposed generalized model of the mechanism of social interaction when including the resources of socially oriented non-profit organizations based on forecasting social processes will make it possible to effectively manage the formation of social support programs for the population to increase the efficiency of social protection processes.

As our population changes, so must we: how race and ethnicity data merging has evolved over time in the Wisconsin Administrative Data Core

The Institute for Research on Poverty (IRP), centered at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Wisconsin, USA, began collaboration with various Wisconsin state agencies in 1985 to link data between disparate state agencies. These initial efforts have since evolved into the Wisconsin Administrative Data Core (WADC) which is an individual-level population dataset connecting extensive administrative data spanning decades of Wisconsin social services program history. Since its purpose is to facilitate evidence-driven policymaking and support program evaluation, it is essential that our data linking efforts accurately represent our Wisconsin population. Since its inception, the WADC has adapted to changes in how race and ethnicity are collected and reported. While Wisconsin has a racial makeup that is generally less diverse than the national population, the number of non-white and multi-racial identifying residents has increased over time. Furthermore, varying state agency demographic collection and reporting methods have fueled the need for our linking methods to change, too. IRP initially implemented standard data linkage methods using a mixture of probabilistic and deterministic matching of personal identifying information. But as the racial composition of Wisconsin residents changed over time, our linking assumptions induced implicit biases. In response, we updated our matching algorithm to account for the cultural nuances in how personally identifying information is assigned and reported within various racial and ethnic subgroups. Furthermore, we prioritized values from data sources that were self-reported rather than assigned from a third-party. These methodological modifications have improved the WADC’s reliability and representativeness of the population.

Data Quality and Legal Barriers to Linking US Government Social Program Data

To link social program data, such as employment, welfare, education, and human services data, a set of high-quality variables or fields are needed to facilitate rigorous linkage. The siloed nature of data collection in the US leads to a lack of consistency in the data that agencies collect. The data that one needs to make high quality linkages are often exactly those that government agencies are unwilling and unable to collect, or those that have poor quality. This has significant implications for privacy-protecting record-linkage and other techniques whereby privacy and confidentiality can be appropriately addressed. There are some obvious examples. For example, in the US, many agencies are unlikely to collect or share Social Security Number because of privacy concerns. A different type of example many agencies collect race or ethnicity poorly, so that the data is not consistent over time or simply inaccurate at the point of collection. Some programs may only collect age or month and year of birthdate. This presentation will discuss strategies to address these barriers short of changing agency practice around data sharing. It will also address how policies are a barrier to better linkage and data use. Also, how the proposed National Secure Data Service may affect state capacity to conduct linkage will also be discussed. This presentation is based on 40 years of experience working with the US federal government, states, and local agencies.

Perceptions of Violent Crime Among a Sample of Bronx College Students: Results From Focus Groups

Purpose:This study sought to understand how a convenient sample of college students between the ages of 20 and 35 years of age in the Bronx perceive and experience violent crime (VC). The focus of the study is on perceptions of risk and an exploration of crime prevention strategies.Methods:This project conducted two online focus groups with a sample of 24 young adults residing in the Bronx, NY, enrolled at the higher education institution in Spring 2021 and Fall 2022. The main research questions are the following: (a) How do young adults in the Bronx perceive and better understand VC risk? (b) What are the young people’s proposals or ideas to develop prevention strategies to address VC in the Bronx? The focus groups were held online using Zoom and Mentimeter.Results:Study participants expressed concerns about feeling unheard and feeling of a constant threat to their safety. They expressed a lack of trust for the existing political and social programs and did not express strong community ties and community engagement. This research suggests a promise of using spatial research to engage young adults in the Bronx in VC prevention and advocacy programs.Conclusions:Overall, this study found an active voice in young adults when discussing VC. Participants expressed a need for community dialogue and action to address the increasing trend of VC in the Bronx.

Lawrence Foundation grants for environment, social programs

Lawrence Foundation grants for environment, social programs

Determinants of the desire to avoid pregnancy after the disaster of the century in Türkiye

BackgroundAfter natural disasters, the occurrence of mental health problems and adverse effects on reproductive health in women of reproductive age can be attributed to a multitude of factors, including the deterioration of health facilities, a shortage of qualified health professionals, a lack of socio-economic stability, and a paucity of familial and community support.MethodsThe descriptive correlational study was conducted through social networks with 405 women who had experienced the disaster of the century 8 months after (between November and December 2023) the earthquake. The snowball sampling method was used to obtain the research data. The questionnaire form, developed for the purpose of data collection, was disseminated to women who consented to participate in the study through social networks. The data were evaluated using a variety of statistical techniques, including number, percentage, mean, standard deviation, independent sample t-test, one-way analysis of variance, and structural equation modeling.ResultsAccording to the results of linear regression analysis, these were found to be predictors of the desire to avoid pregnancy: having housing problems (β-coefficient 0.173; p = .008), having a damaged home (β-coefficient. 276; p = .009), sleep patterns (β-coefficient 0.433; p = .022), eating habits (β-coefficients 0.248, 0.044), use of psychiatric medication (β-coefficient 0.436, p = .003), and problems related to the food and water supply (β-coefficient 0.127, p = .003). In addition, a structural equation model (SEM) was established to examine the relationship between these variables and mental well-being and pregnancy avoidance. Only the model constructed with mental well-being demonstrated significance in the SEM analysis.ConclusionsThis study shows that women’s mental health is negatively affected in unpredictable emergencies such as earthquakes and that poor mental health negatively affects pregnancy planning. The findings of the study may help to guide health professionals working in the field of women’s health to protect women’s mental health in emergency situations, to provide counseling about pregnancy planning, and to provide social and psychological support programs.

Evaluation of Social Protection Programs to Improve the Welfare of Indonesian Migrant Workers Deported from Malaysia at the Rumah Perlindungan Trauma Center (RPTC) Tanjungpinang, Riau Islands Province

This study aims to evaluate social protection programs to improve the welfare of Indonesian Migrant Workers who are deported from Malaysia who are then provided with social protection services starting from pick-up, shelter at RPTC to repatriation to the area of origin. From the CIPP evaluation model used in this study, it was found: Context evaluation, social protection for migrant workers at RPTC is a crucial step in efforts to improve their welfare. Input evaluation, evaluation of the inputs that have been provided for the social protection of PMI at RPTC aims to measure the extent to which existing resources have been optimally utilized in improving the welfare of PMI which includes human resources, budget, facilities, policies, partnerships and information and data. In the Process Evaluation, researchers focus on activities or agendas that will or have been carried out by RPTC officers/employees. in this case the author found several processes of implementing the agenda, assisting personnel and the supervision process, namely by interviewing, validating the process and filling out questionnaires. Evaluation of results (product) is used to determine what decisions will be made next, the researcher concluded several interviews that said that this social protection service could improve the welfare of Indonesian Migrant Worker.

Reflection of the Implementation of the Soviet Health System in the Complaints of the Inhabitants (1944–1953)

The subject of the article is health care. The development of a universal free health care system from the beginning of the Soviet occupation had to become, in conjunction with other social programmes, one of the cornerstones of the Sovietisation tools: on the one hand, these programmes made the whole population directly dependent on the benevolence of the state, on the other hand, it cannot be denied that free and “universally accessible” services helped the Soviet regime earn favour with many inhabitants. We could claim that industry based on industrialisation plans was the backbone of the Soviet regime, while the health care and social security systems were like the nervous systems branching out from the backbone and covering the whole of society. This article aims to examine how the implementation of the Soviet health care system in the first and most ruthless years of the occupation (1944–1953) looked from the bottom (how it was understood by the inhabitants and what problems they saw) and what this says about the Sovietisation process in this area. In order to examine this, the complaints of inhabitants sent to the Ministry of Health of the Lithuanian SSR will be studied, because it is from these complaints that we can learn not only about the control mechanism of the regime and the involvement of ordinary citizens in it, but also about some aspects of the daily life of ordinary residents.