Essays about: "civic capacity"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 9 essays containing the words civic capacity.

  1. 1. Sink or Swim: Sea Level Rise Adaptation in Venice, Italy : A case of citizen non-participation

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Jesper Karlsson; [2023]
    Keywords : civic capacity; climate change; Gioia methodology; MOSE; project development; public involvement;

    Abstract : Due to global warming, sea levels will irreversibly continue to rise around the world throughout this century. Therefore, coastal urban communities will need to adapt to new environmental challenges, such as more frequent and intense flood events. READ MORE

  3. 2. The Nexus of Media and Civic Engagement in India - A Quantitative Study

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Kesa Fatima; [2023]
    Keywords : Civic Engagement; Media Consumption; Media Confidence; Agenda-Setting Theory; Democracy; India; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : The world’s largest democracy, India, is experiencing dwindling civic engagement. Amongst a plethora of factors that could explain this phenomenon, this study has chosen to explore the role of media. READ MORE

  4. 3. Context-Specific Peace Education Initiatives within local communities in Western Cape, South Africa: Lessons from Ubuntu

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för samhällsstudier (SS)

    Author : Martina Lastikova; [2023]
    Keywords : adaptive peacebuilding; context-specific peace education; ubuntu philosophy; social cohesion; social capital;

    Abstract : This thesis explores the role of context-specific peace education initiatives in promoting social cohesion in the Western Cape, South Africa, with an emphasis on drawing lessons from the philosophy of Ubuntu. Against the backdrop of South Africa's colonial, apartheid and post-apartheid historical and social significance, including issues of social cohesion, the study addresses the country's complex socio-political dynamics and ongoing challenges in fostering unity and inclusivity. READ MORE

  5. 4. Inclusive development? Civic space and the way forward. The case of Liberia

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för kulturgeografi och ekonomisk geografi; Lunds universitet/LUMID International Master programme in applied International Development and Management

    Author : Lovisa Arnmarker; [2021]
    Keywords : Liberia; Civil society; Civic space; International development cooperation; Sweden; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Civil society is an integral part of reaching sustainable development, and a cornerstone in democratic societies. The aim of this study is to investigate how Swedish donors and local partners work with civic space in Liberia, specifically challenges related to civic space. READ MORE

  6. 5. Combating GBV and Building Feminist Peace in the Southern Cameroon Armed Conflict: The case of WILPF- Cameroon and SCEW.

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Bibiana Bienka'a Tanda; [2021]
    Keywords : Gender-Based Violence; armed conflict; cultural norms; Women’s organisations; feminist Peace.; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Gender-based violence (GBV) be it in peace or conflict settings is a persistent problem that has gained grounds and concerns for activists, women’s organisations, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in general and international bodies like the United Nations. Social inequalities and cultural ideologies inform GBV and other forms of violence that are amplified in war times. READ MORE