Essays about: "community participation"

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  1. 11. Barriers and Facilitators in Utilizing Treatment Services for Substance Use Problems Among Youth in Ontario, Canada : A qualitative study from youth service providers’ perspectives

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för folkhälsovetenskap

    Author : Natalie Lakostikova; [2023]
    Keywords : Problematic substance use; youth; treatment; service care providers; ;

    Abstract : Problematic substance use is a continuing public health and safety concern in Canada, as is in many countries, and is seen as a health issue that can be prevented, managed, and treated through a proper focused response; however, according to recent studies and reports, Canadian youth are experiencing massive difficulty in accessing evidence-based services. The aim of this study is to explore youths’ barriers and facilitators in seeking and utilizing treatment services for substance use problems from service care providers’ perspectives in Ontario, Canada. READ MORE

  3. 12. Does learning equal happiness? Research-based evidence on the impact of lifelong learning on subjective well-being

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

    Author : Oleksandra Brashovetska; [2023]
    Keywords : subjective well-being; happiness; lifelong learning; education; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Discussions about changing the focus of assessing development progress from economic output to human well-being have sparked a rise in interest in the social sciences' research on subjective well- being in recent years. Such a transition necessitates investigating subjective well-being, its determinants, and how they interact with one another. READ MORE

  4. 13. Toward inclusive cities: exploring migrant participation in Swedish urban planning : a case study of Stockholm’s Hagsätra-Rågsved

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

    Author : Nihal Shehata; [2023]
    Keywords : Social inclusion; participation; the just city; right to the city; spatial justice; sense of belonging; city planning;

    Abstract : The city of Stockholm grapples with significant challenges related to social exclusion and segregation. This particularly affects vulnerable groups such as individuals of migrant background residing in low-income suburbs around the city centre. READ MORE

  5. 14. Gender and sexual minorities’ right to recognition: A paper victory? With a focus on Nepal, Bangladesh, and India

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Juridiska institutionen; Lunds universitet/Juridiska fakulteten

    Author : Arushi Mishra; [2023]
    Keywords : Gender; Human rights; Human rights law; International human rights law; gender rights; sexuality; sexual minorities; TWAIL; Global South; South Asia; Law and Political Science;

    Abstract : Gender and sexual minority groups in Nepal, Bangladesh, and India have been systematically discriminated against in their States and ignored by the international community, for decades. While the three States have made progress concerning legal gender recognition, including recognizing a third gender on specific documents such as passports or identification cards, issues remain in ensuring equality in education, employment, and social participation. READ MORE

  6. 15. Lifelong learning at Scania and KTH : A qualitative study on community of practice as a learning method in contract education

    University essay from KTH/Lärande

    Author : Felix Alin; [2023]
    Keywords : Lifelong learning; sustainability; contract education; community; community of practice; virtual communities; Livslångt lärande; hållbarhet; uppdragsutbildning; gemenskap; praxisgemenskap; virtuella gemenskaper;

    Abstract : This degree project examines the feasibility of implementing a community of practice within the contract education course ”Sustainable Transport Systems” offered at KTH Royal Institute of Sweden in collaboration with Scania. This degree project aims to investigate if it would be possible to increase participation in the course by creating study circles led by circle leaders who have completed the course. READ MORE