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The racialization of Roma as “Black” in interwar Romania and beyond
Get PDFThis article addresses the underrepresentation of “blackness” within Critical Whiteness Studies (CWS), which has historically concentrated on the United States, western Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Despite calls for global expansion, CWS has so far inadequately engaged with the ways in which individuals perceived as “Black” were excluded from the idealized national community in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). The marginalization of blackness profoundly influenced discussions around national belonging throughout the twentieth century and continues to shape debates on race in the region today. We re-examine the significance of blackness, particularly through the racialization of Roma communities in interwar Romania and the implications of blackness elsewhere in CEE, while challenging the portrayal of this region as homogeneous and exclusively white
Exploring the strengths of adults with combined autism and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (AuDHD)
No full textBackground: Most research on the combination of autism and ADHD focuses on the challenges. However, there is limited research on the strengths of individuals with AuDHD. Therefore, this study explored the perceived strengths of adults with combined autism and ADHD. Its strengths include the international representation of women with AuDHD.
Method: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis was applied. 10 semi-structured interviews with adults with AuDHD, mostly women, and the Photovoice method were utilised.
Results: The most common strengths reported by participants included arts and creativity, special talents, subject strengths (such as science, reading, history and languages), as well as intellectual abilities (like a thirst for knowledge, systemising skills, attention to detail, and research skills). They also highlighted energy and physical abilities, courage and curiosity, resilience and perseverance, integrity and authenticity, and emotional intelligence, which encompasses empathy and compassion, and social skills. All participants possessed at least two strengths related to autism and one associated with ADHD. They use these strengths across five contexts: professional settings, hobbies, self-care, relationships, and service.
Conclusion: The strengths presented in this study aligned with previous research on the strengths of autism and of ADHD. However, research skills were reported for the first time. Additionally, strength in divergent thinking, with a minority combining both divergent and convergent thinking, appears to reflect this unique profile. No participant exhibited only convergent thinking, traditionally associated with autism alone. Moreover, individuals with AuDHD combine the strengths of autism and ADHD. The utilisation of emotional intelligence in relationships and the application of resilience, perseverance, and research skills in the context of service are new findings. Strength-based approaches are recommended in schools to support students with AuDHD improving their academic achievement, inclusion, well-being, and mental health, as well as expanding professional opportunities. Future research should aim for a more balanced gender representation of the AuDHD population
Retaining and engaging Baby Boomers in the workplace
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This paper aims to offer insights into how we should retain and engage baby boomers in the workplace through a deeper understanding of their expectations and needs.
Design/methodology/approach.
The authors discuss a unique survey of 1,234 adults who work full- or part time across different age groups. Baby boomers data were compared to three other generational cohorts, namely, Millennials, Gen X and Gen Z.
Findings.
Broad findings reveal that baby boomers value clear goals and expectations, regular feedback and a variety within their job roles. Furthermore, the authors highlight that baby boomers prioritise the following a lot less than younger generations: remote working and flexibility, diversity initiatives, career progression and pay rises and mental health benefits.
Originality/value.
This research offers a unique empirical view of baby boomers against other generations leading to practical strategic HR recommendations
Developing and evaluating reformulated snack bars using ingredients available in The Gambia
Get PDFMalnutrition remains a significant public health challenge in The Gambia, exacerbated by limited access to affordable, locally available, nutrient-dense snacks. This study aims to develop and evaluate a reformulated nutrient-rich snack bar using ingredients locally available in The Gambia, such as millet, baobab, and mango, with the potential to address malnutrition in developing countries like The Gambia.
A key component of this research is an online survey analysing snacking behaviours among diverse demographic groups in The Gambia. The survey will examine consumption habits, motivations for snacking, and nutritional gaps, with descriptive statistical analysis used to identify trends and influencing factors. This will inform product development to align with consumer preferences and dietary needs.
Following the survey, experimental formulations of the snack bars will be developed, incorporating locally available ingredients in varying proportions to enhance nutritional content. Using Nutritics software, the macronutrient and micronutrient composition, including protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals, will be calculated. Sensory evaluation with UK-based participants will assess taste, texture, aroma, and overall acceptability through statistical methods such as ANOVA or T-tests.
A second online survey in The Gambia and UK will explore consumer perceptions of traffic light labelling on snack bars, with responses analysed to determine the impact on purchasing decisions. Findings will guide strategies for increasing product adoption, considering factors such as affordability, availability, and cultural relevance.
By bridging the gap between academic research and commercially viable products, this study aims to support sustainable food innovation with potential to addressing malnutrition in The Gambia through accessible and locally relevant solutions
Non-binary experiences of (gender-based) violence at work
Get PDFThe experiences of non-binary people remain underexplored in HRM research. With limited knowledge and evidence, putting in place diversity management policies and practices is challenging. This article advances understandings of the experiences of non-binary people at work by providing empirical evidence from a survey conducted in 15 countries across Europe with nearly 18,000 staff at universities and research organisations, including 173 who identified as non-binary. Results suggest that non-binary people are more likely than other gender identity groups to feel socially excluded and unsafe at work, as well as more likely to be subjected to psychological violence and sexual harassment. The analysis shows that experiences of gender-based violence mediate the relationship between being non-binary and feeling socially excluded, unsafe or unwell at work. By integrating minority stress theory into the study of workplace inequalities, this research deepens the understanding of how systemic stigmatisation operates within gendered and binarist organisations. These findings emphasise the need to integrate considerations of gender-based violence into diversity management interventions and disrupt binary gender norms to ensure inclusion and safety at work. By advancing diversity, equality, and inclusion scholarship, this article provides actionable insights for HRM practitioners to address the unique challenges faced by non-binary employees
Cavitating flow morphology determination in cavitation-on-a-chip devices based on local real-time pressure measurements
Get PDFThis study presents a practical approach for the characterization and control of hydrodynamic cavitation (HC) behavior in microfluidic devices by utilizing real-time static pressure measurements. Two geometrically identical micro-orifice devices were specifically designed for this purpose. Pressure measurement locations were strategically positioned along the embedded microchannel in both devices. These locations were determined as a function of the hydraulic diameter of the microchannel. Pressure measurements were simultaneously made with high-speed imaging. Particular attention was directed to the prediction and monitoring of cavitation inception, cavitating flow patterns, and cavitation development. Thus, the dynamic and complex nature of hydrodynamic cavitation in microdomains could be captured by local pressure variations along the microchannel walls. According to the results, cavitation inception and subsequent formation of twin sheet cavities could be detected by changes in local pressure values. Moreover, the analysis of local pressure variations could be employed to predict the length of sheet cavities. The findings of this study offer valuable guidelines for designing microfluidic systems involving hydrodynamic cavitation. Moreover, this study proves the potential of local wall pressure measurements as a stand-alone practical approach, which will reduce reliance on high-speed visualization. It could thus enhance the affordability and accessibility of HC-on-a-chip platforms for emerging applications, including biomedical engineering, wastewater treatment, and 2D material exfoliation