A Community Initiative to Engage Employers to Support Caregiving Employees and Build an Advocacy Alliance

Meyer, Kylie; Zachmeyer, Morgan; Paccione, Jane; Cardenas, Cynthia; Zernial, Carol; Smith, Christina

doi:10.1080/08959420.2023.2226340

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“…This suggests that the theory explores how new ideas, practices, and technologies are adopted and spread within a community. Meyer, et al (2023) affirmed that this theory helps in understanding the factors that facilitate or hinder the adoption and continuity of innovative community development initiatives.…”

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confidence: 94%

“…Ogujiuba and Mngometulu (2022) contended that developing nations face a different set of challenges, including resource constraints, limited access to education and healthcare, and political instability, all of which can hinder the sustainability of community projects. In African nations like Nigeria, where the focus is often on overcoming poverty, health disparities, and infrastructure deficits, sustainability hinges on addressing issues like corruption, inadequate funding, and the capacity building needed to empower local communities (Franco & Tracey, 2019;Meyer, Zachmeyer, Paccione, Cardenas, Zernial & Smith, 2023). Orie (2023) argued that a comprehensive understanding of these prevalent issues across diverse contexts is crucial for designing effective strategies to ensure the sustainability of community development initiatives worldwide.…”

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Assessing the Impact and Sustainability of Community Development Initiatives in Awgbu, Anambra State (2015-2023)

CHUKWUDI,

Owoh

2023

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This study assesses the impact and sustainability of community development initiatives in Awgbu, Anambra State, spanning from 2015 to 2023. Using qualitative research methods, including interviews with key informants from the Awgbu community and government personnel. The observatory method is also applied which helped the researcher to see activities executed in the community. The research investigates the specific contributions of the Awgbu community to the overall development of Anambra State, how the community has benefitted from state government initiatives, and the extent to which the community responds to government requests and initiatives. The study also explores challenges in the relationship between the state government and Awgbu in terms of community development initiatives and offers recommendations for enhancing this relationship. The findings reveal that the Awgbu community has made significant contributions to the development of Anambra State, particularly in areas such as security, education, and infrastructure. The community has actively responded to government calls, participating in initiatives like the Choose Your Project Initiative (CYPI) and vigilante groups, thus fostering a positive and mutually beneficial relationship with the state government. However, challenges such as leadership crises and communication gaps exist, hindering the community's progress. Recommendations include improving community leadership, enhancing communication, and promoting peace to ensure sustainable community development. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the dynamics between communities and government in achieving sustainable development and highlights the importance of collaborative efforts for positive outcomes. The findings have managerial and policy implications for both local communities and governments seeking to enhance community development initiatives and foster mutually beneficial relationships.

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Section: Theoretical Underpinningsmentioning

confidence: 94%