Socio-cultural Activities Research Articles

IMPROVEMENT OF THE CONTRACT FOR THE PROVISION OF PAID SERVICES IN THE CIVIL LAW OF THE REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTAN

The article is devoted to the consideration of the contract for the provision of paid services on the basis of the civil legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the issues of its improvement. A contract for the provision of paid services is one of the key elements of the civil legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan. It regulates the relationship between the parties, where one party (the contractor) undertakes to provide certain services, and the other party (the customer) undertakes to pay for these services. The definition and content of the contract for the provision of paid services are given, the features, legal characteristics and classification of types of contracts for the provision of paid services in the areas of economic and socio-cultural activities are considered. The article discusses the complexity of distinguishing between the norms of labor and civil law in the regulation of relations for the provision of services, which is manifested in cases where the service is provided by an individual, and not by a legal entity. The distinctive features of an employment contract and a contract for the provision of paid services on the basis of civil and labor legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan are considered. Certain proposals are formulated to improve the civil legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the field of application of the contract for the provision of paid services.

독립운동가 박용만의 출판 활동 연구 : 1910년대 미주와 하와이, 1920년대 중국 북경을 중심으로

This study aims to analyze the meaning of the six books published by independence activist Park Yong-man from 1911 to 1927 after his arrival in the United States in 1905, as well as the publishing process and activities. To this end, the publication circumstances of the six books published were investigated based on the covers, copyrights, and prefaces, and the editing and production methods of the books were analyzed. In addition, related materials were analyzed to identify the context and meaning surrounding Park Yong-man’s publishing activities. The results of the analysis are as follows. First, Park Yong-man made efforts to find the optimal method that suited the purpose and characteristics of the books in the time, space, and technological environments of the United States and China in the 1910s and 1920s. As a result, the characteristics of his publishing activities became differentiated depending on the time and place. Second, Park Yong-man’s publishing activities expanded beyond the role of an “author” to that of a “publisher,” and his social network with independence movement organizations and figures played an important role. Third, Park Yong-man’s publishing activities were a ‘socio-cultural activity and independence movement’ that overcame the many difficulties experienced by overseas Koreans during the Japanese colonial period in a political, social, and technological environment with high complexity and changing characteristics.

Sociocultural activity as an integrative technology of active socialization of students with special needs in the conditions of higher educational institution

Sociocultural activity as an integrative technology of active socialization of students with special needs in the conditions of higher educational institution

DIAGNOSING POVERTY ERADICATION THROUGH LITERACY: ANALYSIS FROM NATIONAL SOCIOECONOMIC SURVEY NORTH SUMATERA PROVINCE

This study supposed to determine the factors that influence the poverty rate in North Sumatra Province. This study used cross sectional data from the North Sumatra Province Socio-Economic Survey 2023. This survey is a survey conducted by the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS), which aims to collect data on the socio-economic conditions of the community related to the fields of education, health/nutrition, housing, socio-cultural activities, consumption/expenditure and household income, travel, and opinions on household welfare. household. The Socio-Economic Survey of North Sumatra Province 2023 survey data collected by BPS in March 2023 covered 33 regencies/cities in North Sumatra Province with 5000 sample households spread across 325 sub-districts and representing the entire population. The results of this study are literacy has a positive and significant effect on poverty in North Sumatra Province, financial literacy has a positive and significant effect on poverty in North Sumatra Province and age has a positive and significant effect on poverty in North Sumatra Province.

ACTIVITY OF THE PATIENTS OF AN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE CENTRE AND MEDICAL CARE INSTITUTION OF THE NUNS OF ST ELIZABETH IN CIESZYN

ABSTRACT: Aim: This study aims to find out the socio-cultural activities of the patients of the Care and Treatment Centre and Medical Centre of the Sisters of St Elizabeth. Methods: The study used action research, and latent participant observation. Results: Rehabilitation in a broad sense is a form of activation for the patients of the Care and Treatment Centre, Centre, and Medical Centre of the Sisters of Saint Elizabeth in Cieszyn. Activities adapted to the needs and individual abilities of each person improve their well-being, raise their self-esteem, and allow them to forget about their serious illness and longing for their loved ones; they also contribute to skillful interpersonal communication, and thus to improved relations with the institution's community or family relations. They fill leisure time and develop new passions and interests in the participants of the therapeutic process. Conclusion: Exclusion theory points to natural changes in social activity in late adulthood, but this does not mean giving up activity altogether, but rather adapting it to new needs and opportunities. Activity theory, on the other hand, emphasizes the need to continue to be socially active and to seek new roles, even in late adulthood, which can contribute to maintaining psychological and social integrity. Keywords: activity, patient, care and treatment facilities, orders of nuns, rehabilitation, occupational therapy

Аdaptation of foreign students in the framework of the implementation of the third mission of the university

Introduction. The research topic is conditioned by the need to develop innovative adaptation measures for international university students, which are an important channel for transferring information about the country to the world community. Decoding the national values of the recipient country corresponds to the intention of the third mission of the university, understood as its contribution to the development of the regional, national and global community. The purpose of the study is to analyze the satisfaction of foreign students with the conditions of the new educational environment of the university and to develop a comprehensive program for their adaptation. Materials and methods. The study was conducted in Novosibirsk State Technical University using the survey method by filling out a questionnaire by respondents and a formalized interview. Closed alternative questions were used in the questionnaire. International students from near and far abroad participated in the survey. The data was processed and visualized using the method of bar and pie charts. The results of the study. The data of the conducted survey of foreign students allow us to conclude about the generally successful adaptation environment of the university. However, some indicators have revealed the need to improve the adaptation process, mainly in its socio-cultural aspect. The answers to the question "How easily did you join the educational process of NSTU?" revealed the fact that about 52% of foreign students felt discomfort after arriving to study in Russia, especially this should be attributed to citizens of non-CIS countries. When answering the question "Have you encountered difficulties in establishing contacts with Russian students and the local population due to differences in values, traditions and customs?" 44% of respondents acknowledged the existence of problems. Thirty-nine percent of respondents considered the main barrier to effective communication to be a lack of understanding of the motives of Russians' actions. New formats of adaptation measures are required that decode the system of cultural values of the recipient country for foreign students and involve them in the scientific, cultural and economic life of the region. Thirty-two percent of respondents spoke about their lack. Conclusions. The factors of successful adaptation of students at the university are identified, new formats of socio-cultural activities are proposed that can demonstrate national norms and traditions, such as an adaptive VR course, virtual travel, sightseeing routes around the city and the university area, adaptation quests. Types of adaptation activities are included in a comprehensive program designed to convey both the values of the university, its location region, and the values of the recipient country.

Community and Cultural Influence on Child Schooling: A Case Study of the Fulani people of Nigeria

Recent studies in both developed and developing societies have established a connection between socio-cultural background and child upbringing. While socio-cultural activity is an important factor in a child’s upbringing, there is a dearth of research about how socio-cultural factors hinder child development. This study employs the sociocultural theory of learning to review how the socio-cultural practices of the Fulani people impact the schooling of Fulani children in Nigeria. The Fulani people of Nigeria own over 90 percent of about 15.3 million heads of cattle. It is noted that beef production from Fulani’s cattle farm constitutes a significant portion of the animal protein consumed by the people of Nigeria. However, despite Fulani’s prowess in cattle rearing, which contributes significantly to the economy of Nigeria, their children are highly disadvantaged when it comes to access to qualitative education. The researcher searched through the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) for literature published between 2014 to 2024 using keywords like cultural influence, sociocultural learning theory, and the schooling of Fulani children. While the study employs the content analysis method to review the existing literature, the question that this presentation seeks to answer is: Why are the children of Fulani people disadvantaged educationally? What does this tell us, the community engagement advocates, about community culture/socio-economic activities, and children’s schooling? How can we organize community engagement and development to support socio-cultural re-engineering efforts?

ТВОРЧЕСКАЯ САМОРЕАЛИЗАЦИЯ МОЛОДЁЖИ В УСЛОВИЯХ СОЦИАЛЬНО-КУЛЬТУРНОЙ ДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТИ: ПУТИ ДОСТИЖЕНИЯ ЭФФЕКТИВНОСТИ

The purpose of the study is to consider the potential of socio-cultural activities in the creative self-actualization of modern youth, and develop rec-ommendations for increasing the effectiveness of their fullfiling. The recom-mendations (main research results) concerning cultural leisure institutions con-stitute the following: high level of professionalism, morality of specialists hold-ing events for young people; orientation of the younger generation towards universal, spiritual values, development of aesthetic culture as components of the individual’s creative development and self-realization at the proper level; quality, availability of leisure activities for the group. The importance of de-veloping creative youth spaces that open up wide opportunities for creative self-realization is noted and the project idea for creating such a space is high-lighted. The article is based on the axiological approach. The main methods as analysis of scientific literature, questioning have been used.

Философский и культурологический аспекты в вопросах личностного и профессионального самоопределения

Modern society directs individuals towards the necessity of forming distinctive value orientations concerning personal and professional self-determination. The evolution of technologies, the emergence of new societal demands placed upon individuals and their social roles, and, crucially, the pursuit of self-identity and self-awareness within specific socio-cultural activities all necessitate examination through a cultural-philosophical lens. The phenomenon of “personal self-determination”, as well as the process of personal formation, require modern clarifications and additions, manifesting in the independent assessment of their capabilities, inclinations, and interests, which may be realized within a specific social milieu. Personal self-determination serves as a reflection of the evolving demands and expectations of modern culture, society, and the individual towards himself. The content of this concept not only synthesizes the aggregate desires and needs of the individual but also becomes a specific temporal demand of society for addressing economic and social challenges. We posit that presently, the content of the concept of “personal self-determination” underscores a high level of individual responsibility, which finds reflection in the actualization of the notion of “public service”.

DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIO-CULTURAL ACTIVITY AS A PEDAGOGICAL PROBLEM

In the article, the author considers the problem of the development of socio-cultural activities as a pedagogical problem.Depending on the perspective of its analysis in the scientific literature, sociocultural activity is considered from the standpoint of a social, universal, constitutional-legal, scientific-research, training-educational, inter-branch, professional-branch, socially-organized, personal-individual phenomenon and as a spatio-temporal phenomenon.The author singles out the most important features that allow us to determine the essence and specificity of sociocultural activity and attributes to them the fact that sociocultural activity is based on the values of culture, which determine its nature and direction; it takes place in free time, which determines the parameters of its organization, duration and location; is implemented thanks to the activity of its participants, which forms its personal and activity beginning.Based on the analysis of scientific and methodological literature, the author formulates his own definition of the concept of «socio-cultural activity» – this is a specific set of measures that reflects the goals and objectives of the state policy in the field of culture and leisure, defines the methods and means of their implementation.This process is managed by society and social institutions in order to attract people to cultural events and stimulate their active participation in it. The author believes that sociocultural activity helps to effectively use human potential to create cultural values aimed at personal development. This process is based on mastering a certain system of knowledge, norms and values.Active participation in socio-cultural initiatives contributes to the maintenance of stable harmony between society and culture, the imbalance of which may arise due to the incompatibility of cultural processes with constant changes in society, which may disrupt its functioning.According to the author, sociocultural activity is an indispensable component of the general system of social education, and in this direction, the main goal of this activity is the development of social skills, the establishment of interaction with the cultural environment, the expansion of individual opportunities, the maintenance of a healthy lifestyle and the development of the creative potential of an individual within the limits of his own life context.

Beliefs about raw milk production and consumption and their relationship with health in Miraflores, Boyacá, Colombia

The consumption of raw milk in Colombia continues despite the regulations issued to standardize or prohibit it. In the municipality where this study was carried out, more than 90% of the population chooses to consume this product, being at potential risk of acquiring diseases. The objective of this study was to understand the beliefs surrounding the production and consumption of raw milk and its relationship with health. It was carried out in 2020. Ethnography was used as a method of data collection and analysis. It was found that this phenomenon is related to the economy, identity, and ecology and is a central axis and articulator of various socio-cultural activities. It is guided by traditional production practices that do not fully respect biosafety and hygiene. Furthermore, the consumption of raw milk is socially approved and is the result of a social construction that arose independently of the physicochemical and microbiological properties of raw milk. Furthermore, local and national government regulators are not interested in this productive sector or in the consequences that their practices may have on the health of consumers. Thus, the responsibility for the consumption of raw milk and the possible acquisition of diseases passes from the food industry to the consumer. It is up to each consumer to make raw milk a safe food.

Политизация спорта в современном мире: правовой взгляд на проблему

The article is devoted to the definition of theoretical and methodological approaches to the proper legal assessment of the processes of politicization of elite sports in the modern world. The generally accepted principles of relations between the state and sports federations, key Olympic principles, conceptual provisions on sport as a specific socio-cultural activity are considered. An analysis has been made of the systemic discrimination occurring in recent years in Russian sports, the main reason being the unprecedented political pressure of the political leadership of some countries of the “collective West” on the International Olympic Committee, the Court of Arbitration for Sport, the World Anti-Doping Agency, and international universal and regional sports federations. The author’s theoretical, methodological, scientific and practical proposals are formulated to overcome the politicization of world sports, and a model for the full implementation of Olympic principles in the decisions and actions of the International Olympic Committee and international sports federations in individual sports is proposed. The scale of the negative impact of the politicization of sports to ensure the rights of athletes, the efficiency and quality of sports competitions, and ensuring a non-discriminatory approach in world professional sports is shown.

THE EXPERIENCES OF SIGHTED PEOPLE IN COMMON SOCIO-CULTURAL ACTIVITIES WITH BLIND PEOPLE

The organisation of joint hikes for the blind and sighted is a completely new and untouched topic, the study of which can help to discover unexpected results, to show the significance and benefits of such activities not only for the blind but also for the sighted, their perception, new inner experiences, discoveries. Joint socio-cultural activities are not only a medium for the empowerment of the disabled, but also the education of empathic members of society and the promotion of new programs. The aim of the research is to reveal the experiences of sighted people participating in joint hikes with blind people. Semi-structured interviews were used to collect qualitative data. The research participants were 8 sighted people who had participated in joint hikes with the blind people. Thematic analysis was conducted. The experiences of the sighted and the blind have revealed that joint walks “erase” all differences, all borders. Sighted people see and learn what visual impairment is, what kind of world blind people live in – this brings them even closer to their comrades and encourages the desire to extend their friendship.

SPIRITUAL POTENTIAL OF THE PERSONALITY OF PSYCHOLOGY STUDENTS IN ADOLESCENT AGE

The relevance of the study of spirituality is determined by the rapid social transformations and the need of a person to adapt to constant transformations in the conditions of war and peace, which is an important task not only for psychological science but also for the education system and the system of Social Policy. The new challenges of civilization prepare a person for the process of continuous changes, they require the readiness to act, to manifest oneself not only as an active creative subject of one’s own life path but also as a creator of socio-cultural activities, therefore the development of the spiritual potential of the Ukrainian nation determines the prospects of our future. The study of spiritual potential in youth will help to form a clearer picture of the worldview of today’s youth. Methodology. The study was conducted in January 2022. Sample: 60 psychology students of Vinnytsia State Pedagogical University named after Mykhailo Kotsiubynskyi, aged 17-21 years. n order to diagnose the spiritual potential, the distribution of the spiritual potential in the substructures of the personality, and the spiritual value orientation of the personality, the methodology “Spiritual potential of the personality” was used (Pomitkin, 2013). Results. The results of the diagnosis of the distribution of spiritual potential in the substructures of students’ personalities show only the dominance of the respondents’ spiritual potential in the communication substructure. Diagnostics of their orientation to spiritual values demonstrate the importance of knowledge and self-knowledge for the research. According to other criteria, a low level of development of the spiritual potential of the person under investigation was determined. The obtained results can be used for further research on the development of the spirituality of young people (in the development of training programs, and psychoeducational programs) and in the psychological counseling of students.

CREATIVE THINKING AS AN ELEMENT OF SOFT􀍳SKILLS OF SPECIALISTS IN THE SOCIO􀍳CULTURAL AND ART FIELDS

In the article, the author considers the problem of the formation of soft skills of specialists in the socio-cultural and artistic fields. Modern requirements for higher education, changes in information technologies and the increase in the availability of information, together with changes in social life, which require the presence of a wide range of knowledge and competences in modern specialists, as well as the ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions, require modern institutions of higher education of education, ensuring a high-quality educational process, with its focus on the combination of traditions and innovations in education and the formation of a high-quality specialist for the modern labor market. For professional implementation, development and success in personal and social life, a modern specialist in the socio-cultural and artistic fields must be able to quickly adapt to changing conditions, make balanced and informed decisions in conditions of uncertainty and lack of information, establish effective interpersonal communications with colleagues, management,, representatives of authorities, the scientific community, the public, resolve conflict situations, show empathy, organize one’s own life, professional activity and development in the existing conditions, leadership qualities and the ability to take responsibility, etc. The author proves that today precisely such qualities and skills, which are united by the concept of soft skills, along with other equal conditions (in particular, the same level of professionalism, professional qualification) determine the success of a specialist in the labor market, and an individual in life. The question of the formation of soft skills during the acquisition of higher education by students has become relevant in the last few decades. However, considering the experience and trends in the development of higher education in our country in the last few years, the importance of these issues is constantly increasing. High-quality training of students of art and pedagogical education in modern conditions must necessarily involve the formation of soft skills in them through the use in the educational process of a wide range of innovative pedagogical technologies, modern interactive teaching methods and the involvement of students in various social, public, communication activities based on understanding of the essence, meaning and methods of soft skills formation by all representatives of the educational process. Keywords: socio-cultural activity, artistic and pedagogical education, competence, soft-skills, education seekers

TRANSFORMATIONAL CHANGES IN THE UKRAINIAN SOCIO-CULTURAL SPACE AT THE END OF THE XX - FIRST HALF OF THE XXI CENTURY

In the article, the author examines the transformational changes in the Ukrainian socio-cultural space of the end of the ХХ-th – the first half of the ХХІ-st century. The ХХІ-st century is characterized by great transformations not only in the economic and social context, but also in the sphere of cultural life, which is intensively developing in various directions. The author notes that Ukraine is currently experiencing a nation-state revival and the introduction of democratic values in conditions that are difficult and contradictory due to the instability and revolutionary nature of many sociopolitical and socio-economic processes that began in the 1990s and as a result of this , even to this day, the worldview and value orientations that regulate human behavior and relationships, which has a significant impact on the sociocultural situation in Ukraine, remain undefined. Global social changes, if they are systemic and related to the establishment of a new social order, are always accompanied by cultural transformations and characterized as a «reevaluation of all values». The situation became much more complicated due to the annexation of Crimea by Russia, the hybrid war in Donbas, and later the full-scale invasion of Russia on the territory of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, which became new difficult challenges for our country. According to the author, in connection with the new historical context, new conditions for the development of the sphere of culture arose, which caused the formation of a new socio-cultural situation, which is characterized by a change in socio-cultural orientation and ideals, rethinking and creation of a new hierarchy of values. The author believes that the foundations of socio-cultural development of Ukrainian society today are based on all manifestations of unique cultural and social values; development of common cultural, spiritual and educational spaces; active use of the Ukrainian language in all spheres; preservation and dissemination of cultural heritage; popularization and development of the cultural environment; ensuring maximum access to cultural properties, their preservation; stimulating investments for the development of cultural and social spheres, etc. Keywords: transformational processes, socio-cultural activity, socio-cultural development, socio-cultural policy, man, society, culture

The Ukrainian Artistic Community in the United States in the late 1940s to the 1960s: A Socio-Cultural Portrait

The article analyzes the socio-cultural life of the Ukrainian artistic community—visual artists—who actively worked or began their professional activities in the United States after the World War II (from the end of the 1940s until the 1960s). The main centers of their settlement in the United States are identified, and their belonging to different waves of Ukrainian emigration and generations is classified. The paper also identifies the educational level of the community members, some art schools, where Ukrainian artists studied in the United States, and traces the process of professional adaptation and/or their professional realization in emigration, as well as their involvement in the cultural activities of the local Ukrainian diaspora. The aim of the paper is to identify the main features of the socio-cultural portrait of the Ukrainian artistic community in the United States during this period. The problem of the socio-cultural integration of artists outside their homeland is actualized in the context of a new wave of mass emigration from Ukraine against the backdrop of war and globalization. The article introduces little-known materials on the issue; systematizes and summarizes the collective experience of Ukrainian artists in entering the American socio-cultural environment; highlights some characteristics of the community. It is stated that the majority of Ukrainian artists of the older generation who arrived in the United States after World War II, having passed the initial difficult stage of social adaptation, integrated into American society. A large group of fine artists combined their creativity with stable work in areas close to their main specialty. At the same time, Ukrainian artists did not assimilate: they became active in the Ukrainian diaspora, created Ukrainian centers, and/or participated in the activities of numerous Ukrainian cultural institutions, including the U.A.A.A (Ukrainian Artist’s Association in U.S.A). The younger generation of Ukrainian emigrant artists, on the other hand, demonstrated a diversity of socio-cultural activities from the very beginning.

Sociocultural interactions and self-perception of health in older adults from an active participation centre: A qualitative study

IntroductionPromoting healthy ageing is a global priority. Active Participation Centres are potentially key in fostering psychosocial and emotional health, contributing to a fulfilling and active lifestyle for older adults. AimsThe study explores self-perceived health, perceptions of sociocultural participation, emotions that emerged when sociocultural participation, and preferences among older adults engaged in community socio-cultural activities from an Active Participation Centre. MethodsWe realised a hermeneutic study; interviews with nine older participants were conducted. Hermeneutic considerations were employed for data analysis. ResultsFindings reveal the centre's significance as a therapeutic space, positively influencing emotional well-being, fostering social connections, and offering diverse activity preferences. ConclusionThis study underscores the nuanced interplay between sociocultural engagement and self-perceived health, emphasising the need for holistic approaches to promote well-being among older adults attending Active Participation Centres.

Analysis of Costs in Assessing the Effectiveness of Cultural and Recreational Park

Introduction. The management of socio-cultural activities is complicated by evaluating the effectiveness of institutions in the socio-cultural sphere. Unlike the commercial sector, where results can be measured in monetary terms, results in the socio-cultural sphere can be more challenging to measure. The goal of this study is to assess the efficiency of the cultural and recreational park activities. Materials and Methods. Formal methods were used to calculate efficiency indicators and informal methods were based on heuristic approaches, comparison, grouping and summarizing data. The research materials included works of Russian and foreign scholars, practical data available on the websites of cultural and art institutions, and other media sources. The research object is the Municipal Autonomous Cultural Institution "City Park of Culture and Recreation" in Oryol city. The analysis of indicators is presented for the period of 2020-2022 based on analytical data from the park's website. The results include performance indicators of the park, algorithms for calculating the efficiency indicators and reporting values, the composition and structure of labor costs, the labor remuneration fund and its relationship with productivity. Measures are proposed to review the expenditure structure of the park in order to establish a system of program-oriented planning, distribution of expenses into tactical and non-tactical ones to strengthen the role and improve the methods of medium-term planning. Conclusions. Based on the effective cost management and the implementation of appropriate strategies and tools, efficiency assessment issues can be overcome and goals can be achieved.

Large-scale events of the French bourgeois revolution: functions and aesthetics

A large-scale holiday as a multifaceted socio-cultural phenomenon associated with the life of society and every person is a powerful tool for influencing the development of spiritual, moral, and patriotic feelings of people. The origins of social and revolutionary holidays are associated with the large-scale celebrations of the Great French Bourgeois Revolution of 1789. In addition to socio-political changes, the socio-cultural and spiritual life of the people changed dramatically. The revolutionary movement gave rise to magnificent large-scale spectacles that reflected new ideas and the rebellious spirit of the era, and society itself needed public celebrations of this scale. The materials of the article, which shows the history of French large-scale events, can be useful in the courses of History and Socio-Cultural Activities.