Essays about: "socio-economic activity."

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  1. 1. Bridging space syntax and social capital : a participatory approach to analysing the potential of Light Rail Transit to reconfigure spatialised social segregation in Gottsunda

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

    Author : Jelmer van der Ham; [2023]
    Keywords : public transport; spatialised social segregation; social capital; space syntax; participatory mapping; co-presence;

    Abstract : The geographic separation of population groups can perpetuate social inequalities in reaching socio-economic opportunity and can exacerbate social exclusivity. Gottsunda, an area in Uppsala, has experienced historically reinforced spatialised social segregation by concentrating groups with foreign-born and low socio-economic backgrounds within the same neighbourhood. READ MORE

  3. 2. The post pandemic future of Folkets hus as a social meeting point in Swedish small towns

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Arkitekthögskolan vid Umeå universitet

    Author : Olivia Sköld; [2023]
    Keywords : Folkets hus; Social meeting points; Displacement; Rurality; Social sustainability;

    Abstract : Many people in Sweden live in displacement, from refugees, migrants, unemployed, homeless, lonely elderly or other socially vulnerable groups. The current built environment in Sweden, especially the rural environment, is segregating different social classes including people of different ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds. READ MORE

  4. 3. A metabolic analysis of Menorca during the 2020 lockdown using the Multi-Scale Integrated Analysis of Societal and Ecosystem Metabolism approach

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Oscar Martín Carles; [2022]
    Keywords : Sustainable Development; metabolic analysis; MuSIASEM; COVID-19; Menorca; island;

    Abstract : The COVID-19 pandemic forced many countries to put forth severe lockdown restrictions in order to stop the spread of the virus. Spain was one the most affected countries in Europe, and its non-essential socio-economic activities faced strict restrictions in the free movement of people. READ MORE

  5. 4. Fashion Entrepreneurship in Mexico : Barriers and Opportunities to Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Practices

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Industriell teknik

    Author : Anastasia Malavolti; [2022]
    Keywords : sustainable fashion; entrepreneurship; Mexico;

    Abstract : This Master’s thesis aims at defining the opportunities and barriers to fashion entrepreneurship and sustainable practices in Mexico. Using the recent development in the studies regarding barriers and opportunities to entrepreneurship and innovation, this investigation seeks to expand on the topic and shed some light on how a particular context can affect the success of entrepreneurs in the fashion industry. READ MORE

  6. 5. A QUALITATIVE STUDY OF YOUNG PEOPLE'S EXPERIENCES WITH THE STREET GAMES ACADEMY PROGRAM

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för medicin

    Author : Megdelawit Ayele Shomoroo; [2021-08-16]
    Keywords : educational performance; physical activity; tutoring; homework help;

    Abstract : Disparities in educational attainment and performance by income, race, ethnicity, and immigrant status are prevalent in all countries including high-income countries like Sweden. Despite the available research on the potential of physical activity (PA) and tutoring interventions for improving educational performance among low-income students, it is countered by other research findings that suggest otherwise. READ MORE