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Building a Society of Trust: Innovation and the Future of Youth Employment in Jordan
Get PDFThe word startup is perhaps an unlikely word that comes to mind when discussing shifting dynamics in the Middle East – this is rapidly changing. In the past two decades, Arab entrepreneurs have emerged from across the region as key players in the paradigm of national economic visions. Within these plans, innovation will become the epicenter for public-private partnerships. Such collaboration will contribute to tackling youth unemployment, the region’s most pressing contemporary problem, as well as diversifying local economies. The research delves into the complexities and history of entrepreneurship in Jordan as one of the region’s pioneering nations, examining the strengths and weaknesses of the country’s infrastructure for its next generation of entrepreneurs through interviews and analysis of secondary sources
El impacto del diagnóstico de cáncer de mama en los vínculos en mujeres de la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires (2023) / The impact of a breast cancer diagnosis on the relationships of women living in the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires (2023)
No full textEl siguiente trabajo de investigación busca describir las relaciones sociales de una persona con cáncer de mama. Para colectar datos, se entrevistó a cuatro mujeres argentinas CIS que han padecido cáncer de mama para investigar sus relaciones con sus amigos, sus parejas, y sus familias, y si estas relaciones han cambiado como resultado de su diagnóstico. Estas entrevistas estaban destinadas a informar cómo se distribuyen los roles de cuidado y acompañamiento durante el tratamiento por la enfermedad e indagar cómo pueden ayudar los amigos y la familia a la gente durante el tratamiento para el cáncer de mama. El trabajo también usa entrevistas realizadas por Natalia Luxardo con mujeres argentinas con cáncer de mama. Con una metodología cualitativa, este estudio busca probar la hipótesis de que sí cambian las relaciones sociales de una mujer con cáncer de mama después de su diagnóstico.
Entre las relaciones con amigos, el trabajo encontró que algunos amigos apoyaron mucho a la enferma, mientras otros se distanciaron por miedo de la enfermedad. Otros colocaron una carga emocional en su amiga enferma, y al fin del tratamiento por cáncer de mama las entrevistadas se volvieron menos pacientes con malos amigos. En términos de las relaciones con parejas, muchas sufren una disminución en las relaciones sexuales, un aumento en los desacuerdos, y una falta de comunicación sobre las emociones. Debido a esto, algunas parejas no sobreviven el tratamiento para cáncer de mama, mientras otras se fortalecen. Otro vínculo importante para las entrevistadas fue el de sus familias. Algunas se sentían más cómodas con sus familiares, aunque muchas también sentían que sus familias eran demasiado dominantes en su búsqueda de hacer lo más posible por su ser querida enferma. Una similitud entre las entrevistadas era que ellas continuaron con su tratamiento para el cáncer de mama porque querían estar vivas para criar a sus hijos. Con todo esto en mente, además de los cambios en las relaciones con hijos, parejas, y otros como resultado de que se conviertan en cuidadores informales, el trabajo muestra que las relaciones sociales de mujeres con cáncer de mama cambian en la mayoría de los casos
La Formación de la Identidad Afrodescendiente y su Manifestación en Movimientos Políticos
No full textThe intent of this investigation is to identify the primary elements that have incited the emergence of the political movements of the Afro-descendants within Chile. Across the world people of darker hues, specifically those of African descent, face systemic discrimination and therefore oppression by the hands of states across the African Diaspora. Until 2019, Chile had not acknowledged the existence of Afro Chileans, their culture, nor their contributions to Chilean society. The intrinsic nature of racial discrimination in Chile alongside the lack of government recognition of the Afro Chilean identity has produced political movements within the country, most notably in the region of Arica and Parinacota. This study will specifically focus on encompassing why the Afro descendent movements of Arica, Chile and their fight for acknowledgement should be understood as a necessary force to achieve equity within the state of Chile. It will also focus on the characterization of the cultural and political elements that have been utilized and continue to be utilized in the progression and protection of the Afro Chilean.
The negation of the Afro-descendent identity in Chile has occurred on many fronts, from education, to the arts, and most notably in politics. This study will investigate how this widespread negation of the African descendent in Chile has affected people who presently reside in the Arica and Parinacota region and consider themselves as African descendants. The field experience documented in this paper will serve to prove that the discrimination against Afro-descendants is intergenerational and therefore systemic. The multidimensional nature of discrimination toward African descendants in the state has invoked a multidimensional response that aims to fortify the recent legal acknowledgement of their identity, while simultaneously educating and preserving their unique and vibrant culture. Thus, by establishing the main factors of causation for these political movements, this independent study will validate the continuation and longevity of such a movement
Analysis of the Effects of NAFTA on Rural Farmers in Mexico: Agriculture and Immigration
Get PDFThis research paper examines the effects of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) on agricultural workers in rural Mexico and immigration rates from those regions. The paper aims to investigate the validity of claims regarding the impact of NAFTA on immigration and agriculture, which are often interconnected. By focusing on the rural farming communities of Mexico, the study incorporates ethnographic perspectives to complement existing academic research on NAFTA. The research question explores how NAFTA affected agricultural workers in rural Mexico and its implications for immigration patterns. Through a comprehensive literature review and interviews with individuals involved in rural farming, the paper provides a nuanced understanding of the multifaceted effects of NAFTA. By analyzing the effects of NAFTA on agriculture and immigration, the study uncovers the experiences and perspectives of rural small-land farmers in Mexico, shedding light on the broader implications of the agreement. Analysis of NAFTA’s history and effects shows us the nuanced way in which all encompassing public policies can often create ripple effects which unfortunately hurt those who most need aid, like small rural farmers, and instead favor those with the most power and influence, like multinational corporations
Assessing the performance of agricultural systems in the inland and coastal regions of Northern Portugal using indicators: establishing the foundation towards better agricultural practices
Get PDFThis study conducts a comprehensive evaluation of agricultural systems in the distinct coastal and inland regions of Northern Portugal. Employing key indicators, including soil erosion, nitrogen surplus, irrigation practices, Agricultural Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and crop yield, the analysis reveals statistically significant disparities and unique challenges in each region. The coastal areas, marked by higher agricultural GDP, exhibit distinct economic dependencies on agriculture, while the inland regions face challenges related to water scarcity, soil erosion, and rural isolation. The looming threat of climate change adds complexity to these dynamics, further highlighting the need for region-specific, sustainable agricultural practices. In the coastal regions, integrated crop-livestock farming, organic farming, and intercropping emerge as strategic choices, aligning with economic robustness. Inland regions require nuanced approaches, addressing water scarcity through improved irrigation efficiency, implementing climate-resilient terrace farming, and fostering resilient farming communities. The study emphasizes a bottom-up approach, considering the advantages, disadvantages, and climatic variations of each region, to establish a foundation for sustainable agriculture in Northern Portugal. While offering valuable insights, the study acknowledges limitations and advocates for ongoing collaboration to refine strategies in response to evolving agricultural landscapes
Portugal to New Mexico: Investigating the Applicability of Syntropic Agriculture to a Semi-Arid Continental Climate
Get PDFConventional industrial agriculture has numerous detrimental effects on the environment including high carbon emissions, pollution and overconsumption of water, soil degradation, and reduction of biodiversity (FAO, 2018). Large-scale alternatives are needed to combat these negative consequences and provide climate solutions. Syntropic Agriculture is a promising farming alternative especially in arid systems subject to degraded soils and desertification. New Mexico is a semi-arid continental climate in a prolonged period of drought and predicted to experience worsening agricultural conditions due to desertification, wildfire intensification, and exacerbated water scarcity. In an area with similar agricultural challenges, a project in Mértola, Portugal (Terra Sintrópica) is implementing Syntropic Agriculture with beneficial outcomes. This paper investigates the feasibility and potential benefits of applying Syntropic Agriculture to New Mexico as exemplified by the case study. As there are few existing examples of Syntropic Agriculture in continental climates, this study seeks to address the knowledge gap of whether this method is viable outside of tropical and Mediterranean climates. The example of Terra Sintrópica is extrapolated to comparable regions of New Mexico through the comparison between each region’s agricultural, environmental, and climate contexts. The findings of this research suggest that Syntropic Agriculture is presently feasible on a small-scale in New Mexico and would benefit from further experimental and applied research in the region in the form of educational pilot projects
Black Morocco On the Margins: A Societal Manifestation of Xenophobia, Anti-Blackness in Islam, and the Lasting Impact of Colonialism
Get PDFThe intention of this study is to investigate what factors contribute to the marginalization of and discrimination against black sub-Saharan migrants in Morocco. This study includes an examination of the history of Moroccan slavery, the formation of racial and religious dichotomies in the Maghreb, historical and modern-day perceptions of sub-Saharan migrants, and the political and social factors that have influenced changes in migration policy and migration management approaches. The study goes on to analyze the ways in which these components impact how sub-Saharan migrants are contemporarily viewed and actively contribute to the isolation and prejudice experienced by black African migrants in Morocco
Coastal Morphology and Sediment Deposition on Adjacent Coral Reefs at Misali Island
Get PDFTerrestrial and marine ecosystems are frequently interpreted under separate lenses. On a 1 km wide island, however, these two sciences are inextricably tied. Misali Island, a small coralline island in the Indian Ocean, has been largely uninhabited for its entire history, making this coastal interface unique. In this study, Misali Island is used as a study region to demonstrate how natural processes are materializing in the Zanzibar Archipelago. Methods employed, both geological and marine, work to understand the erosional circumstances of Baobab Beach and the inherent effects on local coral reefs. Results show that Misali’s northeastern beachfront is currently under threat of erosion and there have been apparent effects of deposition of these eroded sediments in the southeastern regions of the island. These mechanisms are expected to continue and may be enhanced by sea level rise and increasing human activity, inevitably further shrinking the Baobab beachfront and destroying the adjacent coral reef
Spatial ecology and habitat preference of yellow-spotted monitors (Varanus panoptes) at Lizard Island National Park, QLD, Australia
Get PDFLizard Island National Park is an area of strong habitat diversity, especially given its small size. There are several distinct habitats represented, including open sclerophyll woodlands, mangrove swamps, dune grasslands, foothills elevations, and of course anthropogenically modified human habitats. The object of this study was to observe the abundances and behaviors of the yellow-spotted monitor lizard (V. panoptes) in each of these habitat settings to answer the question of which habitat type is preferred amongst V. panoptes in the landscape context of Lizard Island National Park.
Study transects were conducted over the course of one month measuring abundance of V. panoptes, size and behavioral trends of detected lizards, and risk assessment displayed by flight initiation distances. After abundance and behavioral data were collected, each habitat represented in the study was assessed using a structural vegetation proforma to see if habitat complexity influences V. panoptes spatial ecology. Results show that abundance was highest at the anthropogenically modified habitat at the Lizard Island Resort and the foothills habitats at Cooks Look Track. This supports previous findings that species of Varanids have adapted to human modified habitats but leaves room for speculation as to why the natural habitat at Cook’s Look is just as abundant despite its seemingly average level of habitat complexity. The limitations of this study restricted my ability to explore the potential explanations experimentally, but prior knowledge that prey availability influences habitat preference in predators drives the conclusion that Cook’s Look offers a habitat rich in available food sources which draws high numbers of large, fearless lizards compared to adjacent areas
Exploring the Influence of Globalization and Self-Expression in Shaping the Vietnamese LGBTQ+ Community in Urban Vietnam
Get PDFThe LGBTQ+ community is estimated to make up around 9% to 11% of Vietnam’s total population. Over the past few decades, Vietnam has undergone significant changes, marked by its increasing interconnectedness with the global community. These changes have also brought about a shift in perceptions and advocacy toward the LGBTQ+ community. Also bringing along a change in attitude towards the LGBTQ+ community in Vietnam is self-expression and fashion. Through drag or wearing gender-nonconforming attire, queer individuals are able to challenge the restrictive gender binary prevalent in Vietnamese society. Self-expression and fashion are also critical in helping queer individuals form and assert their identities. Through in-depth interviews with six members of the Vietnamese LGBTQ+ community residing in Hanoi, along with an online survey, this study will determine how the Vietnamese queer community situates itself within the broader global community and the role of fashion and self-expression in shaping Vietnamese queer identity-making. The results of this study reveal the foreign influence on the LGBTQ+ community in Vietnam. The spread of LGBTQ+ language and culture across the globe has played a large role in shaping the experiences and identities of queer individuals in Vietnam. Additionally, this study highlights the connection between fashion and self-expression with LGBTQ+ resistance, recognition, and empowerment. By using fashion and personal style as a means of self-expression, Vietnamese queer individuals assert their identities and challenge conventional gender norms and stereotypes