Town Hall Meetings Research Articles

Gerindra Party's Legislative Election Campaign Communication Plan

The Gerindra Party's communication tactics during parliamentary elections are examined in this article. It emphasizes how the party has adjusted to the changing media environment by combining digital strategies on sites like Facebook and Twitter with more conventional techniques like town hall meetings. The study points to a knowledge gap regarding the creation and consumption of political messaging in Indonesia's ever-changing digital landscape. The study attempts to evaluate the efficacy of these tactics through a combination of media content analysis, interviews, and documentary reviews. The findings show that, despite difficulties with crisis management, Gerindra's strategy was effective in attracting a varied electorate. Political parties that are adjusting to internet communication and voter mobilization may find this study useful.

Community Engagement in Local Governance

Community engagement in local governance is crucial for effective and inclusive decision-making. Lack of Awareness and Information has been found that limited knowledge can have its community members may not fully understand the governance processes or their rights and responsibilities. Information gaps have been found that the insufficient information about local issues and decision-making processes can hinder meaningful participation. Low Participation Rates have been found that apathy and disinterest is that some community members may be disengaged due to a lack of trust in the system or a perception that their participation will not make a difference. Barriers to access has been found that the physical, economic, or social barriers may prevent certain groups from participating, such as the elderly, disabled, or economically disadvantaged. During the initial phase (2008-2013) of the Local Governance and Community Development Program (LGCDP) in Nepal, social mobilization emerged as one of its most effective components. Approximately 1 million citizens actively influenced local government decisions, leading many local bodies to develop annual plans that more accurately addressed the needs of citizens, particularly marginalized and disadvantaged groups. However, there remain several lessons to be learned in addressing the challenges of implementation. It is crucial to harmonize local social mobilization efforts and enhance the quality and support of social mobilization initiatives across Nepal. Addressing the challenges of community engagement in local governance involves a multifaceted approach that includes enhancing communication, building capacity, fostering inclusivity, and ensuring accountability. Public education campaigns have been found to Conduct outreach programs to educate community members about their rights, governance processes, and how they can participate. Workshops and training have been identified to offer workshops and training sessions to increase understanding of local governance and decision-making procedures. Diverse engagement channels have to utilize multiple platforms for engagement, including town hall meetings, online forums, surveys, and community events, to reach a broader audience. Inclusive scheduling has to schedule meetings and events at times that are convenient for different community groups, including evenings and weekends.

Residents’ behavioral support for tourism in a burgeoning rural destination

This study aimed to test a model derived from the social exchange theory and the theory of planned behavior in determining the role that antecedents play in explaining residents' behavioral support for tourism in a rapidly developing destination. Data were collected from 511 residents of McCurtain County in Oklahoma, USA, using onsite interception and online sampling strategies. Based on a two-step structural equation modeling analysis, eight out of the 10 proposed hypotheses were supported. Of the four potential predictors of residents’ attitudinal support for tourism, perceived benefits, perceived costs, and trust in local government were significant, explaining 63% of the variance in the construct. Attitudinal support, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control then significantly explained 84% of the variance in behavioral intentions to support tourism. These intentions, in turn, significantly explained 44% of the variance in behavioral support for tourism. Implications, limitations, and future research suggestions are discussed at the close of the article. Management ImplicationsResidents' support for tourism within McCurtain County in Oklahoma, USA, is not very strong mostly because residents do not feel that they can trust the government in making decisions regarding tourism and that they have limited power to contribute to tourism planning and management. To address the lack of trust in government, efforts should be made to increase transparency in tourism decision-making. This could occur through the greater inclusion of residents in planning sessions and sharing reports with the public (e.g., sharing minutes and reports via websites, radios, newspapers, etc.). The government should find ways to include more residents in tourism-related decision-making that will affect not only tourism businesses but also the community as a whole. This could look like a regular assessment of residents’ perspectives through conducting surveys, holding focus group interviews, or hosting town hall meetings.

Police Public Image through the Lens of Community Stakeholders

Police community relation is meant to combat citizen mistrust of the police force. This strategy was developed in the mid-20th century to help officers ​​work more collaboratively with the communities they are assigned to. The hope was that activities such as town hall meetings and “meet and greet” foot patrols would create a partnership between citizens and the police force, increasing trust and ultimately leading to reduced crime. This study explored the views of community stakeholders on the police public image in the province of Southern Leyte through a qualitative research method. The informants of this study were ten individuals from different sectors of society within the province of Southern Leyte. All informants were subjected to an individual in-depth interview. The findings of this study are described in emergent themes. Six (6) emergent themes described the positive and negative views of the informants regarding their current views on the public image. For the positive views, three (3) emergent themes were developed, namely Community Engagement and Cooperation, Trust in Police and Public Safety, and Commitment to Duty and Profession. For the negative views, three (3) emergent themes were also developed: Use of Excessive Force and Violence, Negative Stereotypes and Public Distrust, and Malfeasance and Inconsistent Law Enforcement. Meanwhile, two (2) emergent themes were formulated to explain how the impact of the police public image affects the community stakeholders, namely, Police as Protector and Police as Public Defender. Finally, four (4) emergent themes were formulated to explain how police activities promote community confidence and trust, namely Enhanced Police Visibility, Community Outreach Program, First Responders in Calamities, and Proactive Information Campaigns. Based on the emergent themes identified, it is recommended that the Philippine National Police (PNP) enhance the efficacy of law enforcement officers by developing stronger relationships with the public and addressing the issues pointed out in the study to restore public confidence. Essential measures may include improving community engagement through transparent communication and enhancing officer training in ethics and accountability.

Can the Cultural Transmission of Trans-Affirming Values Serve as a Protective Factor for Transgender/Gender-Nonconforming Youth?

Through a social learning theoretical framework, this article seeks to understand how gender normativity is perpetuated, as well as how it results in the marginalization of transgender and gender-nonconforming (TGNC) youth. Additionally, ways in which TGNC youth navigate oppression and how discrimination against TGNC youth may be reduced through disruption of gender normativity are explored. Using qualitative methods, including the analysis of community meeting transcripts as well as town hall meetings with gender-diverse participants, the present study will answer the following research questions: (1) how do transgender and gender-nonconforming youth navigate discrimination and marginalization? (2) How can social learning theory be leveraged to disrupt gender normativity and reduce the discrimination, marginalization, and victimization of transgender and gender-nonconforming youth? This article aims to bridge the gap in the literature by expanding on research specifically pertaining to TGNC youth and directly addressing how social learning mechanisms can both perpetuate and mitigate gender-normative ideologies.

EFFECTIVENESS OF EXTENSION SERVICES AMONG ARABLE CROP FARMERS IN ITU LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA

This study assessed the effectiveness of extension services, among arable crop farmers in Itu Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The specific objectives included the determination of the socio-economic characteristics of the arable crop farmers, identifying the farmers' sources of information on improved arable crop production, determination of the farm practices adopted by the arable crop farmers; and identification of factors which limit effective adoption of agricultural extension services towards the improvement of practices by arable crop farmers. Data were obtained from primary sources. A random sampling technique was used in the selection of farmers. Descriptive and inferential statistics were employed for analysis. Findings had it that 16.7 percent of the respondents were less than 20 years, and the mean age was 42. Also, 34.2 percent of the respondents were male while 65.8 percent were female. Again, 8.3 percent of the respondents had no formal education, 32.5 percent attended primary school, and most of the respondents were literates as shown by 50percent that had attended secondary school, 9.2 percents attended tertiary. The available information sources to the farmers in the study area were, radio and television with mean score of 3.0 each, neighbours 2.80, co farmers (3.0), cooperative meetings and extension agents with mean scores of 2.0 each. Above all, internet and town hall meetings were not available for the farmers. The adopted practices by farmers in the study area were, regular weeding (3.5), proper harvesting (3.3), mixed Cropping (3.2), mulching (3.1), bush fallowing (3.1), sole (2.9), mixed farming (2.7) and regular pest and diseases control (2.7). The services rendered by the extension agents in the study area was moderately effectiveness. The constraints faced by the farmers were marketing challenges, lack of coordination among agents, poor infrastructure, inadequate and irregular funding, inadequate and poor quality of staff, poor targeting of vulnerable groups and top-down approach. From the afore-going, it is pertinent to recommend that, farmers should be encouraged through adequate training, with increased incentives to extension agents, coupled with budgetary supervisions to ensure effective extension service delivery to the arable crop farmers in the study area.

Strategi Harian Kompas Dalam Membangun Brand Engagement NFT Kompas Melalui Aktivitas Community Relation

Digital transformation is something that most industrial players have done and continue to do. Transformation is carried out, through the use of the latest technology products such as non-fungible tokens (NFT). The popularity of NFTs, has grown rapidly and has become a hot topic of conversation in Indonesia. Kompas Daily as the largest national media in Indonesia has introduced NFT products through the Narasi Fakta Terkurasi (NFT Kompas) project since June 28, 2022. This project started with a decision to explore new business potential within the Kompas Gramedia Group. The boom in crypto, NFT and metaverse in early 2022 is considered as a great potential to develop the business. To support the Kompas NFT project, Kompas Daily is building a community and holding various activities as an effort to build Kompas NFT brand engagement. This research first adapts the Community Involvement concept by Lakin & Scheubel (2017) to understand Kompas' daily strategy, especially in building brand engagement in the Kompas NFT online community on the Discord channel. It was concluded that Kompas' NFT technology products had received a positive response and were able to build brand engagement in the NFT community which had the potential to become a new audience for Kompas Daily. Second, through Everett M. Rogers' diffusion-of-innovation theory, the research also explores the socialization strategy for Kompas NFT products. It was concluded that the exhibition forums, media articles and Townhall Meetings held by Kompas Daily to encourage the adoption of NFT innovation internally and externally to the company, were effective strategies for building audience adaptation to Kompas NFTs. This qualitative research using can be developed further, especially to examine more deeply community relations strategies for new technology products that are increasingly appearing in this digital era.

Implementation of an Innovative Learning Experience to Address Vaccine Hesitancy.

The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent vaccine hesitancy highlighted the need for additional learning experiences for nursing students to address person-centered care and communication. This project aimed to employ a three-step service-learning experience consisting of town hall meetings, motivational interviewing training, and rural health fairs to address vaccine hesitancy in communities surrounding the college. Evaluation of the project revealed satisfaction and increased confidence among participating nursing students.

Delegation and Employee Prosocial Behaviour in the Hospitality Sector in Port Harcourt

This study primarily examined the relationship between delegation and employee prosocial behaviour in the hospitality sector in Port Harcourt. The study adopted the cross-sectional research survey design. Primary data was generated through structured questionnaire. The population of the study was 1674 employees of 11 selected hotels in Port Harcourt. The sample size was also drawn using the Krejcie and Morgan (1980) sample size determination table. The reliability of the instrument was achieved by the use of the Cronbach Alpha coefficient with all the items scoring above 0.70. The hypotheses were tested using the Spearman’s Rank Order Correlation Coefficient. The tests were carried out at a 0.05 significance level. The findings revealed that there is a significant relationship between delegation and employee prosocial behaviour in the hospitality sector in Port Harcourt. Hence, the study concludes that delegation positively enhances employee prosocial behaviour in the hospitality sector in Port Harcourt. Implying that when organizations in hospitality sector actively engage in joint consultation practices, such as open communication, collaboration, and employee involvement in decision-making, there is a notable improvement in prosocial behaviors among employees. Therefore, the study recommends that there is a need to strengthen delegation platforms which involves creating structured forums where both management and employees can engage in meaningful discussions. This could include regular town hall meetings, feedback sessions, and collaborative workshops. By fostering an environment of open communication, these platforms can serve as a foundation for building a positive relationship between stakeholders.

The Role of Communication and Employee Engagement in Promoting Inclusion in the Workplace: A Case Study in the Creative Industry

This research examines the role of communication and employee engagement in promoting inclusion in the workplace, with a specific focus on the creative industry. The study utilizes a case study approach to gain insights into the strategies and practices employed by organizations in fostering an inclusive work environment. The research objectives are twofold: first, to explore the communication channels and mechanisms utilized by organizations to promote inclusion, and second, to investigate the impact of employee engagement on fostering a culture of inclusion. A mixed-methods approach is employed, combining qualitative interviews with employees and management, as well as quantitative surveys to gather comprehensive data. The findings of the study highlight the crucial role of communication in promoting inclusion. Organizations within the creative industry employ diverse communication channels, such as town hall meetings, intranet platforms, and diversity training programs, to facilitate open dialogue and exchange of ideas. Effective communication practices contribute to enhanced employee understanding, collaboration, and mutual respect, thereby fostering an inclusive work environment. Furthermore, the study reveals that employee engagement plays a pivotal role in promoting inclusion. Engaged employees exhibit higher levels of commitment, motivation, and willingness to embrace diversity. They actively contribute to the creation of an inclusive culture by participating in diversity initiatives, providing feedback, and advocating for inclusive practices. The implications of this research that organizations in the creative industry should prioritize effective communication strategies and employee engagement to foster inclusion. By creating an inclusive work environment, organizations can harness the benefits of diversity, such as increased creativity, innovation, and employee satisfaction.

The Promise and Peril of Constituent Interactions: The Determinants of Town Hall Participation Among Members of Congress

Even before its founding, town hall meetings have been woven into the fabric of American politics as a quintessential tool in a representative democracy. We might expect legislators would host these events with routine frequency; however, our research shows this conventional wisdom is inaccurate. While town halls may strengthen the legislator‐constituent relationship, they also carry risk, especially in our polarized political climate. We argue the decision to engage with constituents in this way is a two‐step process: first, legislators decide whether to participate in town halls or not; second, they determine the frequency (and modality) of these interactions. We consider several factors to explain the variation of town hall participation among members of Congress, including partisanship and gender, as well as several electoral and district‐level factors. By combining a unique data set of nearly 11,000 congressional town hall meetings from 2017 to 2022 (115th–117th Congresses) with biographical and political information about legislators and their districts, we uncover compelling evidence to suggest legislators make strategic calculations of whether to participate in town hall meetings and how to do so. In the end, our work adds to the growing literature on the modern electoral connection.

Community engagement in local governance: A review of USA and African strategies

Community engagement in local governance is a crucial aspect of fostering inclusive and participatory decision-making processes. This paper explores and compares community engagement strategies in the United States and Africa, shedding light on the diverse approaches employed to enhance citizen involvement in local governance. In the United States, community engagement is deeply rooted in democratic principles, with a strong emphasis on transparency and collaboration between local governments and residents. Strategies such as town hall meetings, public forums, and online platforms are commonly used to facilitate dialogue and gather input from community members. The U.S. model also emphasizes the importance of community-based organizations, which play a vital role in advocating for the interests of local residents. This review delves into the effectiveness of these strategies, examining their impact on policy development and the overall governance landscape. In contrast, African countries exhibit a rich tapestry of community engagement strategies shaped by diverse cultural, social, and political contexts. Community assemblies, traditional councils, and community-based participatory approaches are often employed to integrate the voices of citizens into decision-making processes. The paper explores the challenges and opportunities associated with these strategies, considering factors such as cultural diversity, historical context, and the role of traditional leadership in African governance. Despite these regional differences, common themes emerge, emphasizing the importance of building trust, promoting inclusivity, and leveraging technology to enhance community engagement. Both the U.S. and African strategies face challenges such as overcoming socio-economic disparities, addressing power imbalances, and ensuring the meaningful inclusion of marginalized groups. The paper examines innovative initiatives and best practices that have emerged from both contexts, providing valuable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and scholars interested in strengthening community engagement in local governance. This review contributes to the understanding of community engagement in local governance by drawing on examples from the United States and Africa. By highlighting the diversity of strategies and identifying common principles, the paper aims to inform future research, policy development, and practical initiatives aimed at fostering robust and inclusive local governance worldwide.

Bridging the Gap: A Community Advisory Board Promoting Community Engagement in Cancer Research for Ethnically Diverse Populations.

Prostate cancer disproportionately affects Black men in the United States, leading to higher mortality rates and health disparities. In addition, based on historical mistreatment and discrimination and the resulting distrust of the medical system, Black populations are consistently underrepresented in health care-related research. Addressing these challenges requires community-driven approaches integrating diverse perspectives and fostering equitable health outcomes. This article describes the formation and impact of The Multidisciplinary Health Outcomes Research and Economics (MORE) Lab Community Advisory Board (CAB) at The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences. We purposefully recruited Black men with CaP and Black health care professionals to serve on a CAB and advise on ongoing research to address quality of life (QoL) issues in ethnically diverse Black CaP survivors. The CAB seeks to mitigate CaP disparities and improve health equity by empowering Black voices and promoting collaborative research practices. The MORE Lab CAB has successfully provided a venue for community members to contribute to designing a culturally relevant research program to improve the QoL in ethnically diverse Black men with CaP. The CAB has been instrumental in developing research goals and tools, implementing a series of town hall meetings to educate and support Black CaP survivors, and disseminating research findings. In conclusion, CABs are potentially critical in guiding research, enhancing community engagement, and advocating for culturally responsive health interventions.

Delegation and Employee Prosocial Behaviour in the Hospitality Sector in Port Harcourt

This study primarily examined the relationship between delegation and employee prosocial behaviour in the hospitality sector in Port Harcourt. The study adopted the cross-sectional research survey design. Primary data was generated through structured questionnaire. The population of the study was 1674 employees of 11 selected hotels in Port Harcourt. The sample size was also drawn using the Krejcie and Morgan (1980) sample size determination table. The reliability of the instrument was achieved by the use of the Cronbach Alpha coefficient with all the items scoring above 0.70. The hypotheses were tested using the Spearman’s Rank Order Correlation Coefficient. The tests were carried out at a 0.05 significance level. The findings revealed that there is a significant relationship between delegation and employee prosocial behaviour in the hospitality sector in Port Harcourt. Hence, the study concludes that delegation positively enhances employee prosocial behaviour in the hospitality sector in Port Harcourt. Implying that when organizations in hospitality sector actively engage in joint consultation practices, such as open communication, collaboration, and employee involvement in decision-making, there is a notable improvement in prosocial behaviors among employees. Therefore, the study recommends that there is a need to strengthen delegation platforms which involves creating structured forums where both management and employees can engage in meaningful discussions. This could include regular town hall meetings, feedback sessions, and collaborative workshops. By fostering an environment of open communication, these platforms can serve as a foundation for building a positive relationship between stakeholders.

Analysing Urban Social Networks for Civic Participation: Data-Intensive Insights from the Civic Participation Test

This research delves into the dynamics of civic engagement in urban settings. The sample of participants was broad, with ages ranging from 22 to 40 years, nearly equal gender distribution (52% female, 48% male), and a range of educational backgrounds, including postgraduates (35%), bachelor's degree holders (40%), and high school graduates (25%). Numerous chances for participation exist in urban environments, as seen by our examination of data on civic activities. These include voter registration campaigns, town hall meetings, and community clean-up initiatives. In addition, members' responsibilities in these activities varied: 35% attended events, 15% made financial contributions, and 45% actively volunteered. Our results highlight the significance of social networks in urban civic engagement by showing that individuals with a wide range of social connections were more likely to participate in civic activities. The study's findings highlight the complex nature of civic participation in cities and have applications for encouraging diversity and community building in urban environments.

PUBLIC PRIVATE DIALOGUE: AN INNOVATIVE POLICY APPROACH TO HOUSING DELIVERY IN LAGOS STATE.

Public Private Dialogue (PPD) is an institutional arrangement that engages the public and private sector in discussions to resolve issues. These dialogue sessions may last for a few hours or continue for several months or years until an inclusive policy is formulated. This study focused on public-private dialogue in housing policy formulation in Lagos State. It explored how PPD can create increased housing delivery through innovative changes in policy formulation. Studies show that proactive public and private sector engagements create better opportunities for housing policy formulation. The government should intensify efforts and create opportunities for private participation in discussions through town hall meetings and dialogue sessions to formulate workable housing policies and reforms that will help actualize the housing needs of the citizens. The study employed selective sampling. Data was obtained through administered questionnaires on a population of 150 household heads in IKorodu on how involved they were in formulating Lagos State government housing policies. The data collected was analyzed using descriptive statistics. The results show that State housing policies were designed through public sector initiatives with little or no input from the private sector. The study further revealed that institutions that adopt the PPD approach in their engagements and operations have higher staff motivation and increased productivity

Deliberation and Ethical Voting Behavior: Evidence from a Campaign Experiment in Benin

The article provides experimental evidence of the effect of candidate-citizen town-hall meetings on voters’ political behavior. The intervention took place prior to the March 2011 elections in Benin and involved 150 randomly selected villages. In the treatment group, candidates held town-hall meetings where voters deliberated over their electoral platforms. The control group was exposed to the standard campaign—that is, one-way communication of the candidate’s platform by himself or his local broker. We find that town-hall meetings led to a more informed citizenry and higher electoral participation, which diverged little along socioeconomic lines. We also observe a lower effectiveness of vote-buying attempts where town halls took place. This is consistent with town-hall deliberation promoting what we call more “ethical” voters.

Impact, Utilization and Applications of Digital Media for Government in Rural Settings. A Comparative US-Romania Research

This paper aims to answer the call for studies o Interaction between citizens and government has traditionally taken place in community settings, government meetings, special town hall meetings, written correspondence in letters, emails, or texts, or via a phone call to a government representative. With digital media, citizens can instantly interact with the government. The mobile component of digital media will continue to be important in this interaction. This research operates with the assumption that digital media expresses a paradigmatic shift regarding how to govern and how to communicate. Digital media clearly is transforming the way governments think, plan, and carry out their policies but more importantly, how they communicate public policy. Our research intends to understand how local government institutions in rural settings use digital media and other communication channels to communicate with their citizens. The research employs a comparative perspective by investigating rural communities from the US and Romania. This was achieved by undertaking a content analysis of local government’s websites and social media platforms, as well as collecting primary data through interviews with representatives of local government, to assess the ways they use digital media, traditional media, and other communication tools, and whether they viewed them as effective strategies.

Addressing Structural Racism Using a Whole-Scale Planning Process in a Single Academic Center.

The murder of George Floyd in 2020 prompted a national demand for cultural transformation to confront the systemic racism prevalent in the country. Academic medical centers were not exempt from this urgent call. This article evaluates the efficacy of a strategic process in fostering cultural transformation within an academic medical system. A whole-scale strategic planning process was implemented over 13 months, involving multiple working groups representing key stakeholders from each entity across the system, an anonymous survey, a communication plan, and a balanced scorecard to monitor progress. More than 5500 voices, 160 recommendations, 122 data gathering sessions, and town hall meetings contributed to the creation and implementation of vital action items and a strategic framework. The Diversity Engagement Survey (DES) was administered 18 months following the process launch. Of the 45,554 employees, students, faculty, and trainees, 96.5% completed unconscious bias education within the fiscal year and 76% of action items, termed "Just Do Its," were completed. Mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities were crafted to serve as a framework for intermediate and long-term actions. The DES revealed improvement in the "respect" attribute of an inclusive culture, and 64% of respondents confirmed that action for cultural transformation is addressing racism both within and outside of the institution. Implementing a shared purpose, engaging multiple working groups representing key stakeholders, and empowerment of stakeholders to implement changes, in conjunction with the development of a strategic framework addressing structural racism, resulted in the completion of vital action items to initiate cultural change.

Sociodemographic factors and environmental workers’ knowledge of the impact of awareness creation on sustainable disposal of solid wastes

This study examined sociodemographic factors and environmental workers' knowledge of the impact of awareness-creation on the sustainable disposal of solid waste in Cross River State, Nigeria. To achieve the purpose of the study, two research questions and two hypotheses guided the study. The sequential explanatory mixed-method design was adopted in the study. The population for the study was 331 respondents, consisting of 120 staff and 211 government-approved service providers from the Cross-River State Ministry of Environment. The population also comprised the sample size of the study. The total enumeration sampling technique was employed. A 42-item structured questionnaire titled “Questionnaire Instrument on Sociodemographic Factors and Environmental Workers’ Knowledge of the Impact of Awareness Creation on Sustainable Disposal of Solid Wastes” (QISFEWKIACSDSW) and a Focus Group Discussion Schedule (FGDS) were the instruments used for data collection. The instruments were face validated by three experts: two from Social Science Education and one from the Measurement and Evaluation Unit of the Department of Science Education, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. The Cronbach Alpha Reliability Method was used to determine the internal consistency of the instrument. Data collected from the questionnaire was analyzed using mean and standard deviation for the research questions while independent sampled t-test statistic was used to test the null hypotheses at a 0.05 level of significance and the FGDS was used to supplement the findings of the quantitative analysis. Findings of the study revealed that, to a high extent, awareness creation based on location and gender can contribute positively to the sustainable disposal of solid waste materials. Based on the findings of the study, it was recommended, among others, that enlightenment programs such as awareness creation, town hall meetings, and workshops be organized among community members on the need for sustainable disposal of solid waste materials in Cross River State, Nigeria.