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Fostering an Inclusive Environment for New Students through the South Pacific Division Community Support System at the Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies: An Appreciative Inquiry
No full textThis study uses Appreciative Inquiry to explore how the South Pacific Division (SPD) community support systems at the Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies (AIIAS), grounded in Social Capital Theory, foster inclusivity for new students. It examines existing systems, identifies strengths, and explores enhancement strategies. The findings offer implications for other AIIAS communities and Adventist institutions seeking to enhance support systems and foster inclusive environments
Leadership Strategies, Employees’ Performance, and Competitiveness Effect on Sustainability in this Global Era: A Study of Small and Medium Enterprises at Faith-Based Higher Education Institutions in West Africa
No full textGlobally, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) comprise over 99% of enterprises in Europe and 98% of businesses in Asia (Lazanyi, 2015). SMEs in Africa account for 50% of the continent’s GDP and own almost 90% of all jobs. Despite SMEs contribute to institutions and the nation globally, there are still a lot of unanswered questions about effective leadership strategy and performance indicators that have an impact on SMEs’ Sustainability
Exploring Teacher Resilience in Complex Crisis Environment: A Case Study
No full textA case study exploring teacher resilience in a complex crisis environment, focusing on challenges, support systems, and strategies that sustain educators’ motivation and effectiveness. The findings of the study highlighted emotional, social, and institutional support as key resilience factors, offering insights to strengthen teacher well-being and school communities
Adventist Dual Allegiance in Angola: A Missiological Response
No full textDual allegiance as a phenomenon is posing significant challenges for the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Angola. To address this issue, this qualitative research aims to explore this phenomenon from an insider perspective and will involve individuals who have practiced dual allegiance. The findings will provide valuable theological, socio-cultural, and missiological insights for the SDA Church in Angola and globally
Understanding Clergy Intention to Stay or to Leave the Pastoral Ministry: A single case study
No full textClergy play an essential role in providing spiritual guidance and support to their congregations; however, there is a concerning trend of turnover and burnout within pastoral ministry (Drumm & Cincala, 2021, 2023; Ivan et al., 2024). Research on the motivations, challenges, and factors influencing clergy members’ decisions to remain in or leave their positions in the Angola Seventh-day Adventist Church is limited. This study, utilized social exchange theory, aimed to explore the intentions of clergy regarding their decisions to stay or depart from pastoral ministry in Angola
