Welfare Of Society Research Articles

The One Donors One Space-Based Da'wah Communication Movement in Lampung Province

The awareness about the importance of sharing among the society has become a motivation for the Teras Komunal Community in the Province of Lampung to cultivate compassion towards others. Society often perceives sharing as something that only wealthy people do, and this cannot be denied due to people’s economic conditions and lack of knowledge. Teras Komunal, as a driver of social activities, strives to enhance the compassion and well-being of the community through a religious-based social movement called “One Donors One Space.” This research is conducted as a qualitative descriptive study using observation, interviews, and focus group discussions (FGD) as research methods. This research aims to analyze the communication movement of the Teras Komunal Community’s Da’wah based on the concept of “One Donor One Space” in the Province of Lampung, to enhance the awareness of the importance of sharing and the well-being of society. The research findings indicate that the da’wah communication movement carried out by Teras Komunal, based on the concept of “One Donor One Space” in the Province of Lampung, involves community empowerment through training and mentoring programs as efforts to improve the economy and raise awareness among the people regarding the significance of maximizing the potential of zakat, infaq, and sedekah.
 Keywords: Da’wah communication, community, Teras Communal, community empowerment

Kewenangan Jaksa Pengacara Negara Mewakili BUMN Sebagai Pihak Termohon Dalam Suatu Permohonan Kepailitan Dan PKPU

State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN) are one of the actors in economic activities in the national economy which have an important role in realizing the welfare and prosperity of society. In the case of bankruptcy and postponement of debt payment obligations applications, the Prosecutor's Office has the authority to file a bankruptcy application against the debtor on the basis of public interest. On the other hand, the Prosecutor's Office can also act as a state attorney who has the authority to represent the state or state agency in a case. From the research results, it can be concluded that the authority of the State Attorney to represent the state/state agencies in commercial cases is different from civil cases in general as regulated by Law No. 37 of 2004 concerning Bankruptcy and postponement of debt payment obligations.

The role of the organizational management system in the fiscal services in Romania

This article describes the role of the organizational management system in Romanian fiscal institutions and its impact on the welfare of society. The author also presents the analysis of the dynamics of some taxes and fees administered by the Fiscal Service in Romania. The authors also study and analyze the share of these revenues and taxes in the gross domestic product for the period of 2018-2022. Based on this analytical approach, the authors highlight the most pressing problems that stand in the way of the efficient administration of the tax system, while also offering measures to improve this system. This article will be useful for teachers, students and researchers in the field of fiscal management who deal with the sciences of the given field.

Uncovering the Interplay Between Social Welfare Preferences and Society 5.0 Achievement: Implications for Sustainable Development

Abstract The paper delves into the concept of Society 5.0, which envisions a future society integrating advanced technologies with human-centred values to address current social challenges. It emphasizes the importance of aligning advanced technologies with human-centred values and social preferences to ensure the success and sustainability of Society 5.0. We offer comprehensive insights into the complex interplay between social welfare preferences and societal progress, emphasizing the significance of understanding and addressing societal preferences to foster inclusive, sustainable, and efficient societies aligned with the objectives of Society 5.0. The findings provide valuable guidance for policymakers and stakeholders in developing targeted interventions and policies that address critical societal challenges and foster progress across various well-being dimensions. The study emphasizes the importance of considering social preferences in the development of Society 5.0 and highlights the need for a holistic approach that integrates social preferences into the development framework. The study unveils that economic success does not guarantee societal advancement, as the array of social preferences reflecting the diversity of SWP impacts a country’s trajectory towards Society 5.0. By combining theoretical and empirical methodologies, we offer robust qualitative and quantitative insights for crafting optimal policies across different scenarios of individual SWPs and their effects on achieving social progress

Analisis Mengenai Diskresi dengan Freies Ermessen

This discretion has consequences from the concept of a welfare state law, where discretionary authority is a necessity for the state to implement welfare for society effectively and efficiently. Discretion also acts as a substitute or workaround for weaknesses in regulations, enabling governments to respond and handle unforeseen situations in a manner consistent with general principles of good governance. The aim of this research is to investigate and identify effective monitoring and accountability mechanisms for the use of Freies Ermessen in the legal system in order to increase integrity and fairness in decision making. The research method used in this research is a qualitative approach with descriptive methods and literature studies. A qualitative approach was chosen because it provides the ability to deepen and understand complex phenomena and allows researchers to explore various perspectives and relevant contexts. The research results show that regarding the use of Freies Ermessen in the legal system, there is a need to develop effective monitoring and accountability mechanisms. Transparency in the decision-making process, setting clear standards, and community involvement are key to ensuring that discretion is used with integrity and in accordance with legal principles. In addition, the role of an independent court system in examining decisions taken and strengthening accountability mechanisms for authority holders is essential in preventing abuse of power.

The Place of Russian Science in Modern Society

The article examines the place of science in modern society and its role as a source of true innovations, an activator of the scientific and innovative process, as well as its significance for society as a whole and its social development. The possibilities of domestic science to activate the innovation process in Russia, increase the efficiency of social production and the level of well-being of the population, as well as in the development of other aspects of social development of society are considered. It is concluded that the position of science in modern Russian society does not allow it to meet the tasks of increasing the efficiency of the functioning of the national economy and improving the well-being of society, taking into account its security

Transformations of the family institution: from the pre-modern to the metamodern

The relevance of the stated topic is due to the modern socio-cultural situation. On the one hand, the family is the most important social institution, the state of which determines the well-being of society. On the other hand, the modern family is experiencing a crisis, which finds its expression in a decrease in fertility rates, a narrowing of family functions, a growing number of divorces, etc. The purpose of the work is to study the relationship of the family as a mechanism for ensuring the translation and reproduction of culture with the processes taking place in society. The problems of the family are considered in the context of modernization processes in the world – in the context of the transition from a traditional society to a modern one, from a pre-modern culture to a meta-modern one. The theoretical basis of the research is the works of Russian and Western authors exploring the problems of the family in a historical context. The interdisciplinary nature of the work determines the combination of socio-philosophical and cultural approaches to the problem of dynamics and possible prospects of the institution of the family. The paper examines the causes of family transformation, the consequences of the family crisis for the development of society and civilization, as well as possible options for the future of the family in connection with the changes taking place in the culture of the early 21st century. The author concludes that the fetishization of personal freedom and the spread of values of self-expression in postmodern culture contradicts the values of self-preservation of society as an integral, unique education. However, the crisis processes in the 21st century undermine the sense of existential security that was inherent in the postmodern era and caused the decline of traditional norms. In the culture of metamodernism, there is a turn towards transcendence and spirituality, which can become a turn towards traditional cultural values, including the family. And this, according to the author, is the positive significance of the modern socio-cultural crisis.

The concept of transition to a green economy: opportunities and risks

The aim of the paper is to analyze the concept of the ,,green” economy as an important component of the sustainable development of society, including its difference from the traditional ,,brown” economy, its principles, priorities and strategy - ensuring ,,green” economic growth. Research methods such as analysis (to reveal the key theoretical provisions of the concept), induction (to identify the main trends and the sequence of changes) and synthesis (to formulate conclusions) were used. The concept of a ,,green” economy is associated not only with environmental issues, but also with issues of social well-being of society, which implies an active position of the state, public organizations and cooperation between countries. The example of the countries of the European Union shows that the introduction of technological innovations, public consciousness, rational use of natural resources and resource conservation are the key to the effectiveness of the ,,green” economy. An attempt is made to determine the optimal solution to the contradiction between the simultaneous development of the ,,green” economy and economic growth.

Project Metaverse: Creating a Well-being Society through Real and Cyber Fusion

Project Metaverse: Creating a Well-being Society through Real and Cyber Fusion

CURRENT CHALLENGES OF SOCIAL PROTECTION OF THE POPULATION IN UKRAINE: ANALYSIS OF KEY TRENDS

The scientific article examines and analyzes the key trends of challenges in the field of social protection that are taking place in Ukraine at the current stage. Key aspects of these issues include: accessibility and equity in social protection, population aging and the pension system, poverty, social vulnerability, gender equality in social protection, effectiveness and financing, changes in society and the labor market, etc. In connection with the constant changes and development of society, social security causes unabated interest and generates many discussions. The problems of social security attract the close attention of researchers, politicians and the public, because they determine the way modern societies function and affect the quality of life of citizens. The identification and analysis of the key trends in the development of the sphere of social protection in Ukraine constitutes the relevance of this issue and the need for its more thorough research.
 A proactive approach to solving pressing problems and introducing new approaches is the key to ensuring sustainability, well-being and harmony in society. Solving the above-mentioned issues requires a comprehensive approach and joint efforts on the part of the authorities, public organizations and citizens. It is necessary to actively develop the economy, take care of social security, increase the availability of quality medical and educational services, as well as promote the creation of an appropriate environment for the development of families and raising children. Only in this way will Ukraine be able to achieve sustainable social development and ensure a decent future for its citizens
 The following methods were used during the research: analysis and synthesis (to determine the main concepts, object, subject and tasks of the research); theoretical generalization (to reveal the peculiarities of the Ukrainian social protection system); comparison (during the analysis of foreign and domestic experience in this field), content analysis (this method was used to analyze textual information, such as legislative acts, regulatory documents and other sources, in order to identify key topics and trends in social protection of the population)

Digital Health Literacy and Telemedicine in the Information Age: A Comprehensive Review and Future Prospects

In the digital era, advances in information technology have penetrated various aspects of life, including the health sector. This article reviews the importance of health literacy and digital literacy in facing the challenges of health information that is easily produced and disseminated in the digital world. Telemedicine or e-health is in the main spotlight in facilitating access to health services, while this research introduces a health literacy model with three level including functional, interactive, and critical. Digital literacy is described as a key skill in understanding, evaluating, and wisely utilizing online health information. The article also discusses the role played by the government and society in overcoming the spread of hoaxes and increasing digital literacy. Thus, by increasing health literacy and digital literacy, it is hoped that people can access correct health information and avoid misinformation, which will ultimately contribute to improving quality of life and welfare. In an increasingly digitally connected world, the ability to critically sort information and use technology wisely is key to maintaining the health and well-being of society. Therefore, joint efforts between the government, health institutions and the community in increasing health literacy and digital literacy are very important to face this ever-growing digital era. In the digital era, advances in information technology have penetrated various aspects of life, including the health sector. This article reviews the importance of health literacy and digital literacy in facing the challenges of health information that is easily produced and disseminated in the digital world. Telemedicine or e-health is in the main spotlight in facilitating access to health services, while this research introduces a health literacy model with three level including functional, interactive, and critical. Digital literacy is described as a key skill in understanding, evaluating, and wisely utilizing online health information. The article also discusses the role played by the government and society in overcoming the spread of hoaxes and increasing digital literacy. Thus, by increasing health literacy and digital literacy, it is hoped that people can access correct health information and avoid misinformation, which will ultimately contribute to improving quality of life and welfare. In an increasingly digitally connected world, the ability to critically sort information and use technology wisely is key to maintaining the health and well-being of society. Therefore, joint efforts between the government, health institutions and the community in increasing health literacy and digital literacy are very important to face this ever-growing digital era.

Economic Justice Through Al-Hisbah: Reviewing The Role And Performance Of Market Supervisory Institutions

This research looks at the role and performance of market supervisory institutions in realizing economic justice through the concept of al-Hisbah. In its background, economic justice is stated as a central issue in sustainable social and economic development, with justice not only an ideal, but also a religious imperative in Islam. The aim of the study is to explore how market supervisory institutions based on al-Hisbah principles play a crucial role in ensuring that economic practices not only benefit a small part, but also support the welfare of society at large. The research method uses a qualitative approach with descriptive analysis, involving literature studies and interviews with economists and practitioners of Islamic law. The results showed that market supervisory institutions that apply the principles of al-Hisbah have a vital role in maintaining a balance between individual and general interests in economic activity. By ensuring that economic practices conform to Islamic principles that emphasize fairness, transparency, and sustainability, such institutions can be effective custodians in achieving the goals of economic justice. This research provides a deeper understanding of how the concept of al-Hisbah can form a solid foundation for creating a more inclusive, just, and sustainable economic system in accordance with Islamic values

Public Interest Litigation in Pakistan: Unveiling Its Features, Roles, and Potential for Ensuring Justice for All

The regular court system is failing to provide justice for all in Pakistan's legal landscape. However, a powerful tool exists to ensure justice for all: Public Interest Litigation (PIL). PIL acts as an effective legal weapon for the welfare of society and justice for all, and it even has the potential to push authorities for reforms that benefit everyone. However, to understand the true scope of PIL, there is a dire need to comprehend its special features, functions, and role within the Pakistani legal landscape. For this purpose, in this research, PIL’s core features and procedures will be discussed through the jurisprudential analysis of the cases developed by the courts in Pakistan. Further, this paper will also explore its special role in protecting the rights of vulnerable communities. For this purpose, specific cases in the judicial history of Pakistan wherein PIL has played a positive role will be highlighted, including labor, environment, pollution, right to life, public parks, floodwaters, assets of Pakistan like its steel mill, and public procurement to reveal the true potential of PIL. The ultimate goal is to ensure its usage in the right form, in the right manner, for the right purpose, and at the right time to advance justice for everyone.

ISSUES ON WAQF AND ROLES OF WAQF AUTHORITIES: EVIDENCE FROM INDONESIA AND SINGAPORE

The Waqf sector is acknowledged for its huge potential, especially to provide welfare and economic upliftment in contemporary society. To unlock the potential of waqf institutions, a supportive enabling environment is necessary. Hence, the issues of a conducive environment faced by the waqf stakeholders in Indonesia and Singapore need to be explored. Dual authorities’ roles are examined in addressing the issues. 22 in-depth interviews, 3 focus group discussions, observations, and reviews of relevant documents (regulations, reports, news, etc.) are conducted in Indonesia – a majority Muslim, and Singapore – a minority Muslim country. Collected data are then analysed thematically employing the lens of organisational legitimacy theory. This study shows that institutional challenges confound waqf developments as well as waqf stakeholders’ interest in the two countries under study. While the challenges faced by waqf institutions are prevalent in the existing regulatory environment, they also bring embedded consequences to waqf administration and policies. In Indonesia, the multiple conflicting roles of the Indonesian Waqf Board (Badan Wakaf Indonesia/BWI) and dual waqf authorities between the Ministry of Religious Authorities (Kementrian Agama/Kemenag) and BWI present institutional challenges that cause ineffective governing functions of waqf authorities. In Singapore, institutional challenges in the form of multiple roles of MUIS along with their government-affiliated policy direction raised concerns on conflict of roles and centralized administration, which caused national policy vis a vis social inclusion trade-off for the waqf. From the organizational legitimacy perspective, waqf authorities need to embrace the stakeholders’ expectations to focus on and enhance their roles as regulators and supervisors of the waqf sector.

Maternal hygiene practices amongst mothers of infants and young children in Mohali (Punjab): A cross sectional study

The United Nations (UN) General Assembly recognized the human right to water and sanitation in 2010, emphasizing the importance of sufficient, safe, acceptable, physically accessible, and affordable water for all individuals. Ensuring these criteria is vital for the health and well-being of communities, particularly infants and young children. This study aims to assess WASH practices amongst mothers of children aged 0-2 years in Mohali District, Punjab, India, and their implications for child health during the COVID-19 pandemic. During the administration of questionnaire, prevailing perceptions and practices about breastfeeding were assessed. This would identify the need for targeted education and support initiatives to ensure informed decision-making among mothers. Our findings also revealed appropriate WASH practices amongst majority of surveyed mothers (88.4%). This was found to be closely linked to their educational qualifications. Maternal education and awareness about appropriate WASH practices and importance of COVID vaccination for mothers of infants and young children may play a pivotal role in implementing WHO recommendations. Furthermore, the research highlights the necessity of continuous monitoring and evaluation of WASH practices among mothers, as they are the primary caregivers for their children. Inadequate hygiene practices among women can have profound consequences on child nutrition and overall health. Therefore, proactive interventions to enhance WASH practices among women are crucial for the future well-being of society.

THE CYTOTOXIC EFFECT OF BENZOIC ACID ON TEN DIFFERENT CANCER CELL LINES

Cancer, having numerous types, is among the most dangerous and complex chronic diseases in the world affecting the wellbeing of humans, society and economy. The exploration and reassessment of effective chemicals, compounds, and natural products as potential agents for alleviating the adverse effects of cancer and its related symptoms continue on a global scale. This process involves an initial evaluation of the cytotoxic activities of potential drug candidates or treatment regimens on diverse cancer cell types in an ex vivo context. Benzoic acid (BA), an aromatic carboxylic acid that is widely available and used in the food industry, is one of the phenolic acids that may bear considerable anti-cancer potential. It is useful to find out the comparable effect of BA on various cancer types. Therefore, in this study, we tested the cytotoxicity of BA using MTT assay, on a number of ten different cancer cell lines and one normal cell type, namely prostate cancer (PC3), cervical cancer (HeLA), liver cancer (HUH7), colon cancer (CaCO2, HT29, SW48), bone cancer (MG63 and A673), pharyngeal cancer (2A3), lung cancer (CRM612) and kidney epithelial control cell line (Phoenix), respectively. IC50 (µg/ml) values after 48 and 72-hour exposure to BA were found to differ between 85.54±3.17 to 670.6±43.26, while the IC values for the control cell line Phoenix were 410.54±32.29 and 231.16±25.25, respectively. Taking into account of statistical evaluation of the IC50 values for BA on 11 cell types, we suggest that the molecular and omics approaches can be implemented in more details in order to find cellular and biochemical targets of BA as well as elucidating molecular mode of action, especially starting with the cancer cell lines of MG63, CRM612 and A673, in which the IC50 levels are relatively the lowest compared to those of the control cell line.

КОМПЛЕМЕНТАРНІСТЬ БІЗНЕСУ ТА ЗВО ЗАДЛЯ АДАПТАЦІЇ ВЕТЕРАНІВ ВІЙНИ У СУСПІЛЬСТВО ДОБРОБУТУ

The paper synthesizes scientific and methodological approaches to the complementarity of business and higher education institutions (HEIs). The purpose of the article is to investigate the components of business and higher education institution (HEI) complementarity regarding the adaptation of war veterans to the digital society on the principles of sustainable development. The objective of the article will be achieved through the implementation of a series of tasks. These include establishing the essence of sustainable society and its significance for social welfare, defining the essence of business and HEI complementarity, and the principles of image-building policies for HEIs and businesses. It presents the author's understanding of complementarity processes, which are based on the form of institutional interaction that achieves overall effectiveness of components through synergy. Complementarity is achieved by prioritizing societal interests over individual ones. The paper argues that complementarity should ensure social justice, the development of social and environmental programs, the provision of free education to vulnerable populations, and business accountability for social responsibility. It is substantiated that the number of war veterans in Ukraine is increasing annually. They require protection, face challenges in finding employment, and encounter societal misunderstanding. Therefore, the article addresses the important issue of war veterans' adaptation to society's welfare. The main elements of business and HEI complementarity are discussed. It is demonstrated that adherence to complementarity leads to the integration of the educational and business spheres with society, fostering harmonious interaction and symbiosis. It is noted that image-building is fundamental to achieving common goals and aligning community interests in a welfare society. The disclosure of the interaction between business and higher education institutions (HEIs) on the basis of complementarity is grounded on the perception of the interdependence between business and education in terms of war veterans' adaptation. Such a symbiosis characterizes the effectiveness of achieving tasks related to improving the adaptation of war veterans. Only a complementary approach fosters the harmonious functioning of business and HEIs, their ecological, economic, and social orientation. In other words, the complementarity of business and education reveals the integration of the educational and business spheres with society, their harmonious interaction, and symbiosis. This will contribute to the realization of sustainable development goals and shape a welfare society.

Determinants and consequences of the deformation of individual legal awareness under the negative conditions of the modern world

The essence of individual legal consciousness, the factors leading to its deformation, and the consequences that arise in this case are considered. Legal consciousness is presented as a person’s personal attitude to law and its mental reflection, which can manifest itself in different ways under different conditions. The importance of objective and subjective factors that create a high level of anxiety of an individual, increase his despair in his future, deform individual legal awareness and negatively affect legal behavior is determined. Such important subjective determinants are the general level of an individual’s intellectual development, his worldview, self-esteem, individual psychological characteristics, mental state, etc. The direct proportional dependence between the deformation of legal consciousness and illegal behavior and destabilizing and traumatizing factors that threaten human safety is substantiated. Attention is focused on objective factors that do not depend on the will of a person, but influence his life. Economic factors deserve special attention, namely economic crisis, unemployment, poverty of a large part of the population, inflation. Particularly dangerous determinants of legal awareness are war and the related threat to human life, health, rights and freedoms, as well as corruption, injustice, crime, the consequence of which is social tension and despair of people regarding the opportunities to provide themselves with decent living conditions, or even survive Establishing the role of personal factors in the deformation of legal awareness, studying and analyzing criminogenic situations from the point of view of their subjective perception by the individual - all this will contribute to expanding the capabilities of law enforcement agencies in the field of crime prediction and prevention. The state has the duty to prevent threats to the welfare of society and the quality of life of the country’s citizens. A state striving to achieve progress in overcoming illegal behavior must fight corruption and injustice, and ensure equality of all before the law.

Creating careers in the kingdom of content. The platform-dependence and platform-ambivalence of digital cultural labour in Norway

Cultural production is to an increasing degree characterized by digitalization, mediatization, platformization and the use of social media. In this article, we investigate how digital cultural labour is experienced by platform-dependent cultural producers. Based on qualitative in-depth interviews with more than twenty Norwegian content creators, we more specifically analyse how they describe and valuate their products and production, the online communication of their labour, and the careers and strategies of digital cultural labour. The production of content is experienced as a demanding and continuous endeavour, being relentlessly quantified through clicks and metrics. Furthermore, the content creators show the psychological toll of being the product or a more or less integrated part of the product. Partly because of the challenges of continuous content production and communication with a community, as well as because of the unpredictable power of algorithms, we see creators branching out, spreading risk, or combining platform-dependency with -independency. This tendency only partly explains why digital cultural labour in the Norwegian context does not tend to represent a career end in itself, but a means to reach other and/or more long-term career goals. In the Norwegian context, this tendency is also explained by other factors: the welfare-oriented and inclusive Nordic model of cultural policy, which includes a public broadcaster integrating social media actively in its portfolio, as well as a general risk- and precarity-reducing welfare society.

Regulatory Evolution: Addressing Challenges and Enhancing Legal Certainty in Indonesian Donation-Based Crowdfunding Services

Donation-based crowdfunding (DBC) has grown in Indonesia, and to ensure sustainability and fairness in DBC services, there is a need for adequate regulation. One approach that can be taken to achieve this is through regulatory evolution. The transformation of regulation in Indonesia's DBC services reflects the ability to adapt to challenges that arise over time. This article discusses the regulatory developments that have been made in response to the dynamics and complexity of DBC services, as well as efforts to improve legal certainty in them. The centre of attention in this regulatory evolution is to respond to the various challenges faced by organizers and participants in the DBC ecosystem. With increased legal certainty, it is hoped that a strong foundation can be built for the growth of crowdfunding services in Indonesia for the welfare of society.