Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alexandra Deliu Author-Name: Elena Trifan Title: Ukrainian refugees in Bucharest: integration, obstacles, and future plans Abstract: The war in Ukraine has multiple consequences, including a considerable number of people fleeing from conflict zones, becoming refugees. For the countries in proximity to Ukraine, including Romania, the main consequence is the transformation into host countries for refugees and, as such, the need to formulate social policies that consider the specific situation of those seeking refuge. In this context, the research that yielded the data presented in this article aims to investigate the perceptions of Ukrainian refugees in Bucharest regarding access to services (health, education, social services, etc.) and their needs, to contribute to the adequacy of policies and response actions. Here, we refer to employment, education, and future plans, as reported by the respondents at the time of the research. Publication-Status: Published in "Journal of Community Positive Practices", 4 2023 File-URL: https://jppc.ro/index.php/jppc/article/download/736/441 File-Format: Application/pdf File-Function: First version, 2023 Keywords: refugees from Ukraine; access to the labour market; access to the education system; integration Pages: 3-20 Issue: 4 Year: 2023 Number: 4231 Handle: RePEc:cta:jcppxx:4231 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Kemal ErkişI Author-Name: Melike Çetin Title: Immigration, growth and unemployment nexus: a long-run analysis for Türkiye Abstract: This study employs VECM, FMOLS, DOLS, and CCR methods to comprehensively explore the diverse effects of total immigration, including regular, irregular, and refugee movements, on unemployment in Türkiye from 2000 to 2022. Model 1 analyzes the overall influence of immigration, revealing a quadratic relationship wherein immigration initially reduces unemployment before triggering subsequent growth. Notably, the study identifies a rise in GDP per capita following increased unemployment linked to immigration, attributed to a surge in refugees, especially post-2013. Refugees, with their informal employment contributions, are seen as positively influencing economic growth, but at the expense of higher unemployment rates. Conversely, Model 2 dissects the effects of regular and irregular immigration, coupled with economic, educational, and inflationary factors, on unemployment. The analysis discerns that irregular immigration heightens unemployment, while regular migration alleviates it. A significant proportion of regular immigration comprises short-term and student permits, contributing positively to economic development and mitigating unemployment. Irregular migration, akin to refugee influx, fosters economic growth through informal employment, adversely impacting formal unemployment rates. The model also reveals a negative association between education and unemployment, emphasizing that heightened education levels lead to skill development and reduced unemployment. Additionally, the study notes the simultaneous rise in unemployment and inflation, potentially linked to informal employment resulting from immigration. Publication-Status: Published in "Journal of Community Positive Practices", 4 2023 File-URL: https://jppc.ro/index.php/jppc/article/download/737/442 File-Format: Application/pdf File-Function: First version, 2023 Keywords: Immigration; Unemployment; Production; Cointegration Regression Estimation Pages: 21-41 Issue: 4 Year: 2023 Number: 4232 Handle: RePEc:cta:jcppxx:4232 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Derya Atlay Işik Author-Name: Ferhat Dinler Title: Challenges in international humanitarian logistics: problem areas Abstract: The objective of this study is to identify crucial problem areas related to the logistics of international humanitarian aid by compiling and analyzing current academic literature. The study findings shed light on significant problem areas that need to be addressed in international humanitarian aid logistics. The study comprises an analysis and compilation study based on a sample of twenty qualitative studies published between 2000 and 2022. In the field of international humanitarian aid logistics, which includes multiple variables and a dynamic structure, we identified the three most emphasized problem areas as well as the fourth factor that had an impact. Our analysis determined that the most crucial issue is the lack of collaboration and coordination among the actors involved. Presenting a focused approach to the challenges encountered in humanitarian logistics, this qualitative compendium study will aid in developing improvement strategies in detail. It will contribute to subsequent studies, particularly the national literature on the subject, and benefit practitioners, particularly those involved in humanitarian aid, and public institutions. This study offers a valuable perspective. Publication-Status: Published in "Journal of Community Positive Practices", 4 2023 File-URL: https://jppc.ro/index.php/jppc/article/download/738/443 File-Format: Application/pdf File-Function: First version, 2023 Keywords: Natural disaster; humanitarian logistics; problems in humanitarian logistics; stakeholders in natural disasters Pages: 42-61 Issue: 4 Year: 2023 Number: 4233 Handle: RePEc:cta:jcppxx:4233 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Edi Dragoș Beserman Title: An exploratory paper on civil society in Jiu Valley. The case of coalition ”Valea Jiului implicată” Abstract: Up to this date very few empirical studies that address the civil society sector in Jiu Valley have been conducted. If they touch upon this topic, they discuss only the associational life of the miners. However, this does constitute their main objective. Thus, civil society actors beyond the miners’ unions are neglected. Recognizing the scarcity of research on this topic, the paper seeks to address this gap, by taking the case of the coalition of Valea Jiului Implicată/Jiu Valley Involved. In order to find out more about this coalition and its members, I used a mixed method approach consisting of both quantitative and qualitative methods. Results show that the coalition was formed by educated individuals with an experience of migration, that managed to bring together volunteers and NGOs so that they can address different problems affecting the region. Publication-Status: Published in "Journal of Community Positive Practices", 4 2023 File-URL: https://jppc.ro/index.php/jppc/article/download/739/444 File-Format: Application/pdf File-Function: First version, 2023 Keywords: Pages: 62-75 Issue: 4 Year: 2023 Number: 4234 Handle: RePEc:cta:jcppxx:4234 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Muria Herlina Author-Name: Sukri Palutturi Author-Name: Sri Putri Permata Author-Name: Yusuf Husmiati Author-Name: Laila Meiliyandrie Indah Wardani Author-Name: Adi Fahrudin Author-Name: M. Rezaul Islam Title: Challenges enhancing healthy lifestyle behaviors in community settings in Indonesia: the role of social literacy, religious involvement, and technology-equipped systems Abstract: The primary objective of this study was to investigate the impact of social literacy, religious involvement, and technology-equipped systems on the promotion of healthy lifestyle behaviors in community settings in Indonesia. The study utilized a mixed-method research approach and was carried out in three villages within an Indonesian province. Quantitative data was gathered from 235 respondents through face-to-face structured interviews using a simple random sampling procedure, while qualitative data was collected from 28 respondents through a semi-structured interview schedule using a purposive sampling procedure. Additionally, observations were conducted in the three selected communities. The study found that socio-cultural factors, including religious systems, social systems, and technology, significantly influenced healthy lifestyle behaviors in Indonesian communities. Strong associations were observed between these factors and various aspects of healthy living, such as physical activity, fruit and vegetable consumption, not smoking or drinking alcohol, routine health checkups, environmental hygiene, and latrine use. These findings underscored the significance of social support, religious involvement, and technology-equipped systems in promoting and improving healthy behaviors within community settings. Findings would be important guidelines for policymakers and health practitioners for designing and implementing effective health promotion strategies to enhance healthy lifestyle behaviors in community settings. Publication-Status: Published in "Journal of Community Positive Practices", 4 2023 File-URL: https://jppc.ro/index.php/jppc/article/download/740/445 File-Format: Application/pdf File-Function: First version, 2023 Keywords: Healthy lifestyle behaviors; Community settings; Social literacy; Religious involvement; Technology-equipped system; Indonesia Pages: 76-94 Issue: 4 Year: 2023 Number: 4235 Handle: RePEc:cta:jcppxx:4235 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Maulana Amirul Adha Author-Name: Ayatulloh Michael Musyaffi Author-Name: Nova Syafira Ariyanti Author-Name: Rudy Ansar Author-Name: Eka Ary Wibawa Title: Authoritative parenting styles as antecedent of entrepreneurial intentions for vocational high school students Abstract: This research investigates the effect of authoritative parenting styles to early entrepreneurial competence, and students’ entrepreneurial intention by including self-efficacy and entrepreneurial personality as mediating variables. Vocational high school students in Jakarta province, Indonesia, are the population of this study and the sample size is 347 students. The software package AMOS 25 was employed to conduct structural equation modeling (SEM) for the purpose of data analysis. The results study indicate that the implementation of authoritative parenting styles has a positive effect on the development of early entrepreneurial competence. This, in turn, can foster the students’ entrepreneurial intention. Furthermore, the present research points out the significance of self-efficacy and entrepreneurial personality as mediators. This study makes both theoretical and practical contributions by presenting a tested model that serves as an alternative guide for promoting students' entrepreneurial intentions. Publication-Status: Published in "Journal of Community Positive Practices", 4 2023 File-URL: https://jppc.ro/index.php/jppc/article/download/741/446 File-Format: Application/pdf File-Function: First version, 2023 Keywords: Authoritative parenting styles; Early entrepreneurial competence; Entrepreneurial intention; Entrepreneurial personality; Self-efficacy Pages: 95-114 Issue: 4 Year: 2023 Number: 4236 Handle: RePEc:cta:jcppxx:4236 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Elena Spiridon Title: The WAPOR 76th Annual conference. Conference review, Journal of Community Positive Practices Abstract: Publication-Status: Published in "Journal of Community Positive Practices", 4 2023 File-URL: https://jppc.ro/index.php/jppc/article/download/742/448 File-Format: Application/pdf File-Function: First version, 2023 Keywords: Pages: 115-116 Issue: 4 Year: 2023 Number: 4237 Handle: RePEc:cta:jcppxx:4237 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Irina Iustina Voicu Title: The demographic outlook of Romania at regional level in 2019. The potential impact on national security. Alba Iulia “Carol I” National Defense University Press. Book review Abstract: Publication-Status: Published in "Journal of Community Positive Practices", 4 2023 File-URL: https://jppc.ro/index.php/jppc/article/download/743/449 File-Format: Application/pdf File-Function: First version, 2023 Keywords: Pages: 117-118 Issue: 4 Year: 2023 Number: 4238 Handle: RePEc:cta:jcppxx:4238