Financial inclusion in rural Uganda: The role of social capital and generational values

Bongomin, George Okello Candiya; Munene, John C.; Mpeera, Joseph Ntayi; Akol, Charles Malinga

doi:10.1080/23311975.2017.1302866

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“…Moreover, the participants of the current study strongly felt that, since music plays such an important part in their culture, working as a musician and being able to participate in local events as a musician could empower the young and help them feel valued, acknowledged and socially included in their localities. Recent studies have reported that a number of young Ugandans feel socially excluded from society, primarily due to poverty that leads them to be unable to participate in a number of activities in their communities (Bongomin et al, 2017). Poverty and unemployment have, therefore, been identified as the primary causes for the young to feel socially excluded (Bongomin et al, op.cit.).…”

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“…Recent studies have found that a number of young Ugandans feel socially excluded from society primarily due to poverty that leads them to be unable to participate in a number of activities in their society (Bongomin et al, 2017). Poverty and unemployment have, therefore, been identified as primary factors contributing toward feeling of social exclusion for young people (Bongomin et al, op.cit.).…”

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Music education as a means to enhance the perceived sense of social inclusion and to empower the young through increased employment in Eastern Uganda

Tettey

2019

Journal of Social Inclusion

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Uganda has a rich culture in music, with musical skills having traditionally been passed down orally from one generation to the next. In school, music as a subject is featured in the National Curriculum; however, its teaching varies widely from school to school. Yet, due to music playing a vital role in the culture, musical activities take place daily and musicians are regularly needed in events. Engaging in musical activities could potentially empower young Ugandans and help them with feeling socially included in their communities. The current study aimed to investigate whether music education could potentially be used as a tool to empower young people through an enhanced sense of social inclusion. In total, 125 locals in the Eastern part of Uganda participated in the study. In the first phase, 125 participants completed a survey and, in the second phase 30 participants were randomly chosen for in-depth interviews. A mixed-method approach was adapted. The findings provide evidence for a much needed enhanced musical training, consequently providing the young with employable skills. The findings further indicate that being musically active in one's community can potentially enhance feelings of social inclusion and belonging amongst young Ugandans. In the long term, improved music education in schools could result in increased feelings of belonging and wellbeing amongst the young in rural parts of Uganda.

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Music education as a means to enhance the perceived sense of social inclusion and to empower the young through increased employment in Eastern Uganda

Tettey

2019

Journal of Social Inclusion

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Music education as a means to enhance the perceived sense of social inclusion and to empower the young through increased employment in Eastern Uganda

Tettey

2019

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Uganda has a rich culture in music, with musical skills having traditionally been passed down orally from one generation to the next. In school, music as a subject is featured in the National Curriculum; however, its teaching varies widely from school to school. Yet, due to music playing a vital role in the culture, musical activities take place daily and musicians are regularly needed in events. Engaging in musical activities could potentially empower young Ugandans and help them with feeling socially included in their communities. The current study aimed to investigate whether music education could potentially be used as a tool to empower young people through an enhanced sense of social inclusion. In total, 125 locals in the Eastern part of Uganda participated in the study. In the first phase, 125 participants completed a survey and, in the second phase 30 participants were randomly chosen for in-depth interviews. A mixed-method approach was adapted. The findings provide evidence for a much needed enhanced musical training, consequently providing the young with employable skills. The findings further indicate that being musically active in one’s community can potentially enhance feelings of social inclusion and belonging amongst young Ugandans. In the long term, improved music education in schools could result in increased feelings of belonging and wellbeing amongst the young in rural parts of Uganda.

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“…"Coping strategies" in this study are defined as short-term actions farmers take to address food or income shortfalls in unusual agricultural seasons or years [40]. Additionally, this study was driven by the "social learning theory", which implies that individuals learn from one another through interaction [41], and the "utility theory", which refers to determining the adaptation techniques that maximize their value. Thus, these theories were employed to accomplish the research purpose and address in detail the question of the link between adaptation techniques and rural households.…”

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Smallholder Farmers’ Climate Change Adaptation Strategies in the Ethiopian Rift Valley: The Case of Home Garden Agroforestry Systems in the Gedeo Zone

Darge,

Haji,

Beyene

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Smallholder farmers who rely on home garden agroforestry are experiencing significant impacts from climate change. To mitigate these effects, it is crucial for farmers to have access to various adaptation strategies. This study collected data from 384 randomly selected respondents in 18 kebeles over three districts, using descriptive statistics and a multivariate probit model to evaluate the factors influencing smallholder farmers’ decisions on their adaptation strategies against climate change. In Ethiopia’s Gedeo zone, this study found that smallholder farmers employ a range of adaptation methods, including expanding their agroforestry system, implementing modern agriculture techniques, conserving soil and water, diversifying their livelihoods, and employing various coping mechanisms. By analyzing data using the multivariate probit model, this study found several factors that had a significant impact on smallholder farmers’ choice of adaptation options. These factors include social network, age, education level, farming experience, household size, cultivated land size, annual income, and livestock holding. In addition, factors such as perception of climate change, previous experience of crop failure, recurrent drought, and access to information about climate change, occurrence of frost, agricultural extension contacts, access to farmer-to-farmer extension services, and perception of land infertility also influence their decision-making process. Our findings highlight the importance of improving institutional services in rural areas, promoting education on climate change, and strengthening social networks to enhance the ability of smallholder farmers to cope with the effects of climate change.

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Financial inclusion in rural Uganda: The role of social capital and generational values

Cited by 8 publications

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Music education as a means to enhance the perceived sense of social inclusion and to empower the young through increased employment in Eastern Uganda

Music education as a means to enhance the perceived sense of social inclusion and to empower the young through increased employment in Eastern Uganda

Music education as a means to enhance the perceived sense of social inclusion and to empower the young through increased employment in Eastern Uganda

Smallholder Farmers’ Climate Change Adaptation Strategies in the Ethiopian Rift Valley: The Case of Home Garden Agroforestry Systems in the Gedeo Zone

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