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Introduction: While advancements in neurodiversity initiatives in the workplace are notable, a persistent gap remains in effectively addressing the high unemployment and turnover rates among individuals with autism. Objective: This literature review focuses on the main challenges faced by autistic employees in the workplace and solutions either proposed or enacted. Methods: Multiple databases were searched within the date range of January 1st, 2010 and May 1st, 2025 using the keywords listed. This initial search yielded 886 publications. Following a screening process, 187 publications met the inclusion criteria for further analysis. Results: Communication issues were the most common barrier to workplace success cited by the autistic employee, coworkers, and management. Educating coworkers and management about autism was associated with reducing this barrier and others associated with it. A strong support circle consisting of HRM, job coaches, and a direct manager with autistic employee experience were able to decrease turnover and increase morale. The direct manager is especially important in ensuring a harmonious workplace and preventing burnout in the autistic employee. The work environment, consisting of both workflow and physical factors, could also be improved to ensure success. Bullying was best handled with a zero-tolerance policy which many organizations already have but nothing specific to autistic or neurodivergent employees who are more prone to such behavior. Masking was the most common technique autistic employees used to fit in but was found to be both exhausting and a contributor to burnout if used at high levels. Disclosure of autistic status, especially in hopes of obtaining accommodations, was found to have mixed results. Conclusion: An organization that prepares a work environment for an autistic employee before their employment has a far better chance of success. This included education of the staff, ensuring the direct manager has additional education and skills regarding autism, and altering the workflow and physical environment of the workplace to better suit the autistic employee. Evaluating current leadership and their devotion to diversity and inclusion deserves evaluation, as those in charge ultimately determine the success or failure of these policies.

The article considers the problem of designing a safe educational environment in the context of modern challenges caused by social transformations, the COVID-19 pandemic, war, as well as the rapid development of digitalization, which, despite its numerous advantages, creates new challenges in the field of educational security. The purpose of the study is to substantiate and analyze technological, social, inclusive, and organizational and managerial approaches to designing a safe educational environment in the context of modern challenges. The methodological basis is a set of approaches (systemic, synergistic, axiological), which provides a systematic understanding of the problem of a safe educational environment. A review of the latest scientific publications covering the problems of security in education in the context of digitalization, social transformations, pandemics, and military threats is carried out. The article identifies and characterizes four key approaches to designing a safe environment. The technological approach involves the use of digital tools: video surveillance systems, smart locks, online psychological assistance platforms and mobile applications for teaching safe behavior. The social approach includes the development of mediation programs, the formation of emotional intelligence skills and a culture of non-violent communication. The inclusive approach is aimed at creating a barrier-free environment and adapting educational programs for children with special needs. The organizational and managerial approach includes the implementation of zero-tolerance policies for violence, the creation of school safety teams, and the training of personnel for actions in crisis situations. It is summarized that ensuring a safe educational environment requires the systematic implementation of innovations aimed at increasing the resilience of education to modern threats. Based on the analysis of modern practices, it was established that the comprehensive implementation of modern approaches contributes to strengthening safety in education.

The database community's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative began in 2020 as the Diversity/ Inclusion initiative [1]. This report highlights our activities from 2024. Our goal as a community is to make all DB conference attendees feel included, regardless of their scientific views or personal backgrounds. As a leadership team, the DEI group supports DEI chairs across conferences, preserves institutional memory of DEI efforts, shapes a shared vision, and fosters collaboration to advance inclusion. These efforts are carried out by core members (Figure 1) and liaisons from each conference's executive committee (Figure 2). The initiative was relaunched in January 2024 with a new structure based on five key actions: COORDINATE, to support collaboration between core members, liaisons, and DEI chairs; SCOUT, to gather best DEI practices from other communities; ETHICS, to create and promote ethical guidelines for writing and reviewing; MEDIA, to collect and share digital content from DEI@DB events [4]; and DIVERSIFY, to analyze data on diversity, accessibility, and the adoption of DEI principles in research and academia. DBCARES1 is now officially part of the DEI initiative. The mission of DBCARES is to create an inclusive and diverse Database community with zero tolerance for abuse, discrimination, or harassment. As part of this integration, we unified the Code of Ethics and introduced clear guidelines for DB conference organizers. Several conferences-including SIGMOD, VLDB, ICDE, and EDBT-continued using CLOSET [2] to ensure fair and transparent reviewer assignments.

Female Genital Mutilation: The Zero Tolerance Imperative.

Contamination control has moved from the sidelines to the spotlight in the pharmaceutical industry. As sterile drug manufacturing faces mounting regulatory expectations and rising product complexities, the call for zero tolerance towards contamination is louder than ever. The past few years have brought a transformational shift, driven by two major forces—acceleration of digitalization and the long-anticipated EU GMP Annex 1 revision. Together, these forces are reshaping how sterile manufacturers understand, mitigate, and monitor contamination risks. This article explores how digitalization is powering this shift and why the new Annex 1 is more than a compliance update—it’s a strategic playbook for building proactive, predictive quality systems.

This study aims to analyze the social performance of PT Garuda Indonesia Tbk in its 2024 sustainability report, with a focus on the fulfillment and protection of human rights. It uses a Systematic Literature Review with content analysis of the report. Data were collected through documentation and analyzed using data reduction, narrative presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings show major social transformation through the Respectful Workplace Policy, promoting zero tolerance for discrimination and harassment. The company also provides occupational health services and inclusive training to ensure equality. Its commitment to human rights is reflected in support for freedom of association and inclusive recruitment, including people with disabilities. The study affirms the relevance of stakeholder and legitimacy theories in sustainability reporting. In terms of policy, it recommends improving human rights disclosures in state-owned enterprises. The novelty lies in its post-crisis evaluation of human rights-based practices and Garuda Indonesia’s gold rating achievement in ASTRAT 2024.

ABSTRACT This article examines Behrouz Boochani's WhatsApp-mediated autobiographical account, No Friend but the Mountains (2018), against the backdrop of Australia's border spectacle following the Rudd government's zero-tolerance policy towards ‘boat migrants’. It advances a triadic lens integrating im-mobility, emotion, and identity to foreground Boochani's subversion of the affective bordering generated by Australia's anti-migrant media narratives, while exposing the visceral realities of illegal detention, thereby positioning the text as an ‘emo-scope’ for engaging with these intertwined experiences. The analysis shows how Boochani, through digitally-enabled storytelling, wove decolonial ‘emo(tional) webs’, calling transnational audiences to engage otherwise with refugees’ stories under racialised border regimes.

Workplace violence in healthcare settings is a growing concern, with healthcare workers facing significantly higher risks of physical and verbal assaults compared to other professions. Despite the prevalence and severity of these incidents, there remains a critical lack of standardized policies across institutions and jurisdictions to address and mitigate workplace violence. This inconsistency contributes to underreporting, inadequate preventive measures, and insufficient support for affected staff. This article highlights the urgent need for comprehensive, evidence-based national standards and policy frameworks to ensure the safety and wellbeing of healthcare workers, improve reporting mechanisms, and foster a culture of zero tolerance for violence in healthcare environments.

BackgroundPeacekeeper-perpetrated sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) is widespread. While the United Nation’s (UN) zero-tolerance policy prohibits all exploitative and abusive peacekeeper sexual interactions with host community members, its implementation has been criticized for failing to recognize women’s agency and survival needs by oversimplifying the complex and dynamic romantic and transactional elements. This study aims to demonstrate that not all sexual interactions between peacekeepers and host community members are equally exploitative or abusive.MethodsThe Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) was chosen for this study due to its longstanding history of UN peacekeeping operations, documented cases of peacekeeper-perpetrated SEA, and socio-economic and gendered inequalities that contribute to transactional and coercive sexual interactions. To provide evidence that not all sexual interactions between peacekeepers and host community members are equally exploitative and/or abusive and to better understand how local community members perceive these sexual interactions at the intersection of romance and mutually beneficial transactions, we analysed micro-narrative data (n = 1822) from the eastern DRC.ResultsFour prominent types of sexual interactions were identified: romantic, transactional sex, sex work, and sexual assault/harassment. The characteristics of the interactions highlighted the influence of structural factors, economic need, and gendered power. Community perceptions around initiation, intermediaries, and beneficiaries varied and were, by construct, at odds with the UN’s conceptualization of sexual interactions between their staff and beneficiaries as exploitative and/or abusive due to the power dynamics inherent in such relationships.ConclusionsThe zero-tolerance policy fails to recognize the nuanced range of diverse and dynamic sexual interactions between UN peacekeepers and host community members in the DRC. It is recommended that SEA reporting measures be reconfigured in light of this complexity, and we suggest a non-binary method of measuring the degree of exploitation and abuse. Accepting that sexual interactions between host community members and UN peacekeepers represent varying levels of exploitation and abuse may improve interventions to better prevent and address peacekeeper-perpetrated SEA.Supplementary InformationThe online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s13031-025-00693-x.

Background: Foodborne pathogen contamination in broiler chicken meat can occur at various points along the value chain, including production at the farm level. Farmers’ knowledge plays a vital role in maintaining microbiological food safety. Campylobacter and Salmonella are among the leading pathogenic bacteria associated with raw or undercooked chicken meat. Aim: To assess microbiological food safety knowledge among broiler chicken farmers and contamination of Campylobacter spp. and Salmonella spp. in broiler meat from Dodoma City, Tanzania. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using a structured questionnaire to interview eighty-seven (n = 87) broiler chicken farmers. Additionally, a total of forty-five (n = 45) raw broiler chicken meat samples were randomly collected from various purposively selected production farms and analysed using microbiological standard methods (ISO 10272-1:2017 & ISO 6579-1:2017) for the detection of Campylobacter spp. and Salmonella spp. Results: In this study, 62.07% of respondents demonstrated good microbiological food safety knowledge (95% confidence interval (CI): 48.06 - 69.18), 35.63% demonstrated moderate knowledge (95% CI: 28.62 - 49.54), while 2.3% demonstrated poor knowledge (95% CI: 0.91 - 5.51). Among all socio-demographic factors, only education level showed a significant association with farmers’ microbiological food safety knowledge (X2 = 6.25, p ˂ 0.05). Furthermore, Campylobacter spp. were detected in all (100%) of the analysed samples, with contamination levels exceeding the commonly recommended limit of 3 log CFU/g. The average Campylobacter spp. contamination was 5.30±0.23 log CFU/g. Salmonella spp. were detected in only two analysed samples, indicating a very low prevalence (4.44%). Moreover, all Salmonella-positive samples exceeded acceptable limits under the zero-tolerance policies of many food safety standards. Conclusion: This study generally revealed that farmers had good basic microbiological food safety knowledge; however, most of them lacked understanding of specific foodborne pathogens. Moreover, there was a high prevalence and contamination by Campylobacter spp. and a low prevalence of Salmonella spp. in the analysed samples. This suggests a heightened risk of campylobacteriosis outbreaks compared to salmonellosis from consuming undercooked broiler chicken meat. The results call for the need for targeted training and education programs which should be implemented to enhance farmers' microbiological food safety knowledge, alongside with strengthened knowledge on the importance of improving biosecurity and hygiene practices in reducing the risk of pathogen contamination in broiler meat in production farms.

Workplace bullying, a widespread phenomenon, significantly impacts interpersonal relationships, mental health, professional performance, and organizational efficiency in healthcare. Defined as repeated behaviors intended to intimidate or degrade, bullying thrives in hierarchical, high-stress environments like hospitals, where nurses face disproportionate risk. Such behaviors harm morale, increase turnover, and jeopardize patient safety through errors and negligence. Understanding its prevalence and contributors is essential for fostering healthier work environments and improving healthcare outcomes. This cross-sectional descriptive study followed the STROBE guidelines. A Slovak adaptation of the Negative Act Questionnaire-Revised, developed as part of this study, was administered to nurses, resulting in afinal sample of 244 participants. Spearman's correlation and Welch's ANOVA tests analyzed variable relationships using jamovi software. Nearly one-third of nurses were victims of bullying (32.2%, >45 points), with another third experiencing occasional bullying (32.2%, 33-44 points). The median score per responder was 38 (IQR: 23), with person-related bullying scoring highest (median 19, IQR: 13). Younger nurses with less experience reported higher mobbing levels (p < 0.001). Nurses in frontline roles (operating rooms, intensive care units, and surgical units) experienced significantly more bullying than those in outpatient clinics (p = 0.01). Doctoral degree holders had the lowest mobbing scores (p < 0.001), while nurses in frontline roles reported higher mobbing levels than Ward/Charge Nurses (p < 0.001). The study highlights a significant correlation between nurses' experiences of mobbing and factors such as age, experience, education, position, and workplace type. The high incidence of bullying among Slovak nurses requires immediate attention from healthcare leaders. To address workplace bullying, healthcare institutions should implement zero-tolerance policies, provide ongoing education in professional conduct, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution and integrate these topics into nursing curricula. Leadership should model respectful behavior, while mentorship frameworks and resilience training support novice nurses. Finally, accessible reporting systems must ensure accountability.

Ghana remains a stable country guided by the tenets of democratic rule. The 1992 Constitution confers basic fundamental human rights on all Ghanaians irrespective of creed, ethnicity and gender. However, the Fulbe ethnic group is widely discriminated against in the country. Their political rights to inclusion in governance systems are abused with impunity. Their access to health and education is curtailed by various barriers. They face huge barriers in accessing land, water and pasture for their livelihoods. They are stereotyped in all fronts as armed robbers, rapists and cattle rustlers. Their right to cultural inclusion has been threatened by behaviours and sanctions which prevent them from openly manifesting their music and dance in annual festivals. Yet the resilience of the over one million Fulbe in Ghana cannot be ignored. In the midst of political, social, economic and cultural exclusion and human rights violations they remain a force to reckon with contributing to the food and nutrition security of Ghana and a functioning public service. This paper draws on key informant interviews and relevant literature to diagnose the drivers of the Fulbe exclusion in Ghana. It entails an in-depth analysis of the specific barriers to their political, social, economic and cultural integration in Ghana. The paper concludes that, the review and enforcement of human rights legalizations, implementation of inclusive education policies and intensification of zero tolerance for hate speech and stereotypes against the Fulbe are key recommendations to consider.

Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol and/or illicit drugs has been shown to increase the risk of involvement in road traffic collisions. Thanks to the scientifically proven link between blood alcohol concentration and impaired driving ability, a broadly accepted legislative framework has been established and is now widely adopted across the globe. In contrast, less is known about the effects of illicit drugs, and a clear correlation between blood drug concentrations and driving performance has been defined by some authors as a "mirage". In this review, we examine the advantages and limitations of current legislative initiatives regulating DUI of psychoactive drugs. The predominant approaches employed are "zero tolerance", "legal limits", and "impairment assessment". We discuss the distinctions among these methods, focusing on their implications for balancing citizens' rights and public safety. Additionally, we address the pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical challenges associated with the implementation of each legislative framework. The application of these three approaches is also discussed in light of recent changes in drug policies observed in many countries, including the decriminalization of certain substances, such as cannabis, and the growing prevalence of drugs prescribed for medical purposes. In conclusion, due to the absence of a robust scientific foundation, determining the most appropriate approach among the three remains challenging. The choice of method is primarily influenced by the government's policy priorities, which may emphasize either the protection of citizens' rights or the promotion of road safety.

:<i>Zero Tolerance: Repression and Political Violence on China’s New Silk Road</i>

Apply it! • Consider preparing for a growing number of fitness center patrons who identify as LGBTQ+. • Implement strategies to improve inclusivity in fitness spaces: staff diversity, gender-neutral facilities, LGBTQ+-specific fitness classes, and zero-tolerance policies for discrimination. • Advocate for, and participate in, discussions about improving fitness center inclusivity through policy and system change.

Νurses often experience abusive behavior, such as gaslighting, which has a negative impact on their mental health and leads them to quit their jobs. Background/Objectives: We evaluate the impact of workplace gaslighting on nurses' job burnout and turnover intention. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study with a convenience sample of 410 nurses in Greece. We used the Gaslighting at Work Scale (GWS) to measure levels of workplace gaslighting in our sample. Also, we used the single-item burnout measure to measure job burnout and a six-point Likert scale to measure turnover intention. We constructed multivariable regression models to estimate the independent effect of workplace gaslighting on job burnout and turnover intention. Results: We found positive correlations between GWS and job burnout (r = 0.298, p-value < 0.01) and turnover intention (r = 0.385, p-value < 0.01). We found that workplace gaslighting was associated with job burnout in our sample. Our multivariable linear regression model identified a positive association between the score on the GWS (adjusted b = 0.653, 95% CI = 0.436 to 0.869, p < 0.001) and burnout. Similarly, we found that a higher score on the GWS was associated with a higher turnover intention (adjusted b = 0.616, 95% CI = 0.466 to 0.765, p < 0.001). Conclusions: This study findings indicate that nurses encounter gaslighting behaviors that adversely impact their job burnout and turnover intentions. Healthcare institutions are urged to implement policies that raise awareness about this conduct, facilitate avenues for staff to report it, and exhibit zero tolerance for abusive behaviors, including gaslighting.

Following much-praised promises to reduce crime to zero Georgian Government in 2004 imposed a “zero tolerance” policy embodied in both criminal legislation and legal practice. The fateful phrase “No probation! Everybody to the prison!” explicitly indicated the way of thinking of government officials at that time. This, of course, primarily affected regulations on criminal punishment and sentencing. Unfortunately, the principle of proportionality was largely disregarded, and the goals of punishment were narrowed. In 2012, the new government faced all the consequences of such a one-sided approach – overcrowded prisons, massive human rights violations, etc. As expected, the policy was largely revised. Some radical regulations were repealed. For example, a judge was allowed to use absorption or partial addition of punishment when imposing a sentence in the case of cumulative crimes and cumulative sentences. Sadly, many instances of punishment, such as conditional sentence, imposing more lenient sentences than provided for by law, etc., remain unchanged, presenting the dark legacy of zero tolerance policy.

Challenging and abusive patients. Zero tolerance zone

Some individuals with communication disorders are disproportionately affected by the school-to-prison pipeline and can be at increased risk for being charged for an offense and interacting with the criminal justice system. Many factors contribute to the pipeline, including zero-tolerance behavior policies and the lack of intervention services, so educators can contribute significantly to the issue. This study intends to determine the influence and perception of educators on individuals with communication disorders by understanding their ability to recognize signs of the disorders and the effectiveness of training programs. A survey was designed to determine beliefs on policies, the ability to recognize behaviors of communication differences, and the influence of training. Educators from a state in the southeastern region were invited to participate in the survey through email and social media. Educators who received training from a speech-language pathologist (SLP) were less likely to discipline students for behaviors that could be due to a communication difference and more likely to refer them to services. Additionally, they reported a significant desire to have more training and increased communication with an SLP. The results of this research emphasize the importance of the need for advocacy from speech pathologists and interdisciplinary collaboration among these professionals to prevent negative consequences of the pipeline.

Every school year, there is bound to be some sort of behavioral management challenge for school administrations across the United States. Some schools are standing by a policy of zero tolerance for the commission of certain acts. This is problematic for children because it stresses punishment over corrective measures, and it contributes to a culture of fear within the school community in its entirety. The time has come for school leadership to review and potentially revoke these harsh zero tolerance policies that have been shown to have very little overall positive impact upon the students or those serving them.