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  1. 21. Subsidized employment and the symbolic segmentation of internal markets: An interview study with Swedish workers on wage subsidies on navigating dual labor markets.

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Socialhögskolan

    Author : Alexander Fäldtman; [2023]
    Keywords : wage subsidy; dual labor market; disability; criminal record; interactionism; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : The aim of the study was to complement dual labor market research by qualitatively exploring how labor market segmentations may be understood beyond sociodemographics or inequalities of job quality. By interviewing 12 Swedish workers with wage subsidies I have found that access to high job quality may facilitate trajectories towards primary market sectors, but they are only relevant so far as the workers feel that they deserve access to good jobs. READ MORE

  3. 22. Internal mobility and Gender stereotypes : workers' acceptance and rationalisation of unequal internal mobility in low-skilled male-dominated occupations

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Sociologiska institutionen

    Author : Tilde Wismar; [2023]
    Keywords : Gender stereotypes; Internal mobility; Low-skilled male-dominated occupations;

    Abstract : The construction and usage of gender stereotypes are a continuous social process that occurs daily in the labour market. It is a common conception that negative stereotypes are harmful; however, they are still regularly used for decision-making. Gender stereotypes affect which occupations are interpreted as suitable for women and men. READ MORE

  4. 23. Navigating the New Normal: Supporting Motivation in the Remote Workplace : From a Self determination Theory

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Martina Lindberg; Mathilda Steinmann; [2023]
    Keywords : Remote Work; Management Support; Informational Support; Material Support; Emotional Support; Motivation; Self-determination Theory; Autonomy; Competence; Relatedness.;

    Abstract : Work motivation has been a topic of significance for a very long time, however, since there has been a recent shift towards remote work, traditional motivational theories might need to be reconsidered and applied to the new way of working. The self-determination theory (SDT) is one of many motivational theories, which says that once the three basic psychological needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness are reached, individuals will experience high amounts of motivation. READ MORE

  5. 24. At the Heart of the Transition? Making Sense of Agency, Policy, and Post-Politics within Just Transition in Scotland

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Josefina Marklund; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainable Development; Just Transition; Agents of Change; Scotland; Post-Politics; Governance;

    Abstract : Since the establishment of Scotland’s Climate Change Act, principles of just transition have been statutory and guiding the implementation of several policies on the area. Such policies have laid the foundation for collaborative governance efforts, that invites state and non-state partners to engage on the political arena. READ MORE

  6. 25. Unseen but Not Unheard: A Qualitative Study on Social Workers in Illinois, USA, That Work with Children Who Witness Domestic Violence

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Socialhögskolan

    Author : Mei Johnson Petri; [2023]
    Keywords : Domestic Violence; Children Witnessing Violence; Social Work; Human Needs; Coping; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : According to a previous study on domestic violence, in homes where violence occurs, 90 percent of children witness the abuse that takes place. The aim of this study is to understand how witnessing domestic violence affects children. READ MORE