Essays about: "factors promoting Social Change"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 27 essays containing the words factors promoting Social Change.

  1. 1. Is Stand-up Comedy a Potential Tool for Social Change? : An Analysis of Stand-up Comedian Dave Chappelle

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för konst, kultur och kommunikation (K3)

    Author : Aryan Karim; [2023]
    Keywords : stand-up; comedy; empowerment; awareness; humor; Chappelle; comedy; intersectionality; representation; social change;

    Abstract : This degree project aims to research if stand-up comedy has the potential to be a tool for social change, in terms of awareness-building and empowerment. It also researches if a specific comedian can be a voice and representation for multiple social movements. READ MORE

  2. 2. Sustainability and circularity metrics for EV batteries: Enabling circular economy strategy decision making and value communication

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

    Author : Gunjan Kolhe; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainability metrics; Circularity metrics; LIB CE strategies; Second life battery energy storage system; Product service system; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : The increasing focus on lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) in the context of electrification of transport sector has raised concerns about their high costs, resource and energy demands, environmental impact, and social supply chain risks. To address these challenges and maximize the value of LIBs throughout their lifecycle, circular economy (CE) strategies, such as reusing and repurposing, are being explored. READ MORE

  3. 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

  4. 4. Advancing Participatory Methodologies in Education : The Case Study of Mosaic Learning Center in Thailand.

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för konst, kultur och kommunikation (K3)

    Author : Lorenzo Bonvini; [2022]
    Keywords : alternative education; participatory methodologies; Thailand;

    Abstract : Participatory methodologies offer an alternative approach to widespread conventional methods of education adopted in Thailand. With the latter failing to provide adequate educational outcomes according to international standards, alternative education could represent a valid response to this long-lasting national problem. READ MORE

  5. 5. Competing on sustainability - A study on stakeholder interaction, becoming truly sustainable and obtaining a sustained competitive advantage in an industry characterized by low sustainability maturity

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Produktionsekonomi

    Author : Kristina Källner; Anna Lundberg; [2022]
    Keywords : Sustainability; cold chain; pharmaceutical industry; stakeholder theory; sustainable business models; VRIO analysis; truly sustainable; competitive advantage; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Although more and more companies are facing increasing pressure to take responsibility for their actions impacting sustainability, the pharmaceutical industry and in extension the cold chain solutions industry, have previously been exempted from scrutiny. Research on sustainability in the industry is lagging, why this master thesis aims to explore how sustainability can be incorporated into the business model while avoiding creating a disconnect between corporate strategy and actual sustainability impact. READ MORE