{"title":"The Impact of Social Financial Grants on Poverty Alleviation in Rural Indonesia: A Demographic and Econometric Analysis","authors":"Mohamad Zreik, Nazatul Faizah Haron","doi":"10.1111/aswp.70011","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/aswp.70011","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This study examines the impact of social financial grants on poverty alleviation in rural Indonesia, using a demographic perspective and econometric analysis. By utilizing first-hand survey data from various rural districts, the research investigates the effectiveness of these grants in improving household income, reducing poverty rates, and promoting economic stability. The study employs econometric tools such as regression analysis, difference-in-differences (DiD), and propensity score matching (PSM) to assess the causal relationship between social financial grants and poverty alleviation. The findings provide insights into the demographic factors influencing the effectiveness of these grants and offer policy recommendations to enhance their impact on rural poverty in Indonesia.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":44567,"journal":{"name":"Asian Social Work and Policy Review","volume":"19 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-03-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143689980","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Association Between Food Insecurity and Multiple Chronic Diseases in Elderly People With Disabilities in South Korea","authors":"Jin Hyuk Lee, Ji Sun Lee, Lina Cui","doi":"10.1111/aswp.70010","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/aswp.70010","url":null,"abstract":"<p>This study examines the relationship between food insecurity and multiple chronic diseases among Korean older adults with disabilities while identifying sociodemographic and disability-related characteristics associated with both conditions. Using data from the 2020 Disability Life Panel Survey of Korea, which included 2161 disabled individuals aged 60 or older, we conducted frequency analysis, chi-square tests, and multinomial logistic regression. The analysis revealed that 24.85% faced high food insecurity risk and 45.49% had multiple chronic diseases. Those at high risk for both conditions were more likely to be female, less educated, unemployed, and in low-income households. Even after controlling for sociodemographic and disability-related factors, those at a higher risk of food insecurity were significantly more likely to have multiple chronic diseases. This result indicates that food security can play a protective role in reducing the risk of multiple chronic diseases. These insights may assist in developing targeted prevention strategies and health policies for older adults with disabilities, emphasizing the importance of food security interventions in chronic disease management.</p>","PeriodicalId":44567,"journal":{"name":"Asian Social Work and Policy Review","volume":"19 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-03-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/aswp.70010","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143689289","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Integrative Social Work Practices for Service-Oriented Community Governance: A Study From China","authors":"Guo Wenmei, Mohd Haizzan Yahaya, Isahaque Ali","doi":"10.1111/aswp.70009","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/aswp.70009","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This study aims to comprehend integrative social work practice within the context of service-oriented community governance in Pan Zhihua, the largest immigrant city in western China. Specifically, we focused on the Jinfu Community, the largest protected and low-rent housing community in Pan Zhihua. Employing purposive sampling, 41 participants, including community residents, neighborhood committees, social workers, and volunteers, were selected from the Jinfu neighborhood for in-depth interviews. The primary data collected were analyzed using ATLAS.ti8, revealing that integrating social work within the framework of service-oriented community governance yields significant advantages. The results underscore the efficacy of social work in contributing to both the task and process goals of community governance. Moreover, the trend of community service integration serves as a valuable platform for enhancing social work practice. The outcomes of this research provide researchers with a comprehensive framework and valuable insights for integrating social work into service-oriented community governance. The framework encompasses aspects such as principles, strengths and pathways, outcomes, methodology, and assessment tools.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":44567,"journal":{"name":"Asian Social Work and Policy Review","volume":"19 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-03-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143632614","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yasir Aziz, Fadillah Mansor, Shujaa Waqar, Najeeb Zada
{"title":"Zakat and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Assessing the Ripple Effect of Obligatory-Alms Spending on Education. Empirical Evidence From Pakistan","authors":"Yasir Aziz, Fadillah Mansor, Shujaa Waqar, Najeeb Zada","doi":"10.1111/aswp.70006","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/aswp.70006","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This study employed a novel methodological perspective to evaluate the impact of <i>Zakat</i> on one of the sustainable development goals (SDGs), i.e., education. The study has employed macrolevel data on <i>Zakat</i> spending collected from the <i>Zakat</i> department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, and microlevel data from a renowned national survey, the Pakistan Social and Living Standards Measurement Survey (PSLM). Based on the data set used for empirical analysis, a multilevel model was used to control the effect of intraclass correlation. The findings of this study confirmed that Zakat spending by the public sector reduces deprivation in education. Hence, the households benefiting from Zakat allocations are less likely to face barriers in accessing education. Furthermore, the study shows that educated and female-headed households are less likely to experience deprivation, emphasizing the importance of empowering such households as a strategy to reduce educational inequality. However, the mechanism of <i>Zakat</i> disbursement should be refined and made transparent to pursue SDGs by empowering individuals through quality education, vocational training, and enhancing technical skills, which may ultimately reduce poverty in the country. In addition, the methodology adopted in the study opens doors for further research to decompose the results and design policies accordingly.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":44567,"journal":{"name":"Asian Social Work and Policy Review","volume":"19 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143120515","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Exploring Knowledge and Awareness of Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights Among Married Working Women: A Qualitative Study of Jaipur City","authors":"Anuradha Sharma, Amithy Jasrotia","doi":"10.1111/aswp.70005","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/aswp.70005","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Knowledge and awareness of Sexual and Reproductive Health/Rights (SRH/SRHR) have emerged as a prominent issue globally. Such knowledge leads to improved behaviors to minimize risks related to SRH as well as enhances women's autonomy regarding their fertility and sexuality. In the domain of SRH sociocultural norms and gender power dynamics play an even larger role in determining SRH outcomes. In India, despite progress in health, reproductive health remains a concern. SRH is still subjected to a social taboo in Indian society. Therefore, this study examines persistent challenges in acquiring knowledge of SRH among married working women, also, try to understand SRH issues from cultural and gender perspectives. An exploratory study conducted in Jaipur city (Rajasthan), included highly educated married working women (<i>n</i> = 104), using mixed-methods with interviews and focus group discussions. Ethical guidelines ensured participant confidentiality and informed consent. Despite high educational and economic status <b>s</b>ignificant gaps were found such as limited awareness of SRH concerns, family planning methods and SRHRs like rights to make informed decision, termination of pregnancy, maternity benefits, etc. This study emphasizes holistic approach to improve SRHR outcomes and advocated policy interventions for women of all sections of society.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":44567,"journal":{"name":"Asian Social Work and Policy Review","volume":"19 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143119915","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lina Cui, Shanshan Chen, Karin Kyung Paine, Choong Rai Nho
{"title":"Serial Dual Mediating Effects of Self-Esteem and Peer Support in the Relationship Between Acculturative Stress and Life Satisfaction Among Refugee Children in Korea","authors":"Lina Cui, Shanshan Chen, Karin Kyung Paine, Choong Rai Nho","doi":"10.1111/aswp.70007","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/aswp.70007","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The purpose of this study is to verify the serial mediating effects of self-esteem and peer support in the relationship between acculturative stress and life satisfaction of refugee children living in Korea and to explore social work implications for the adaptation and development of refugee children. Primary data from a 2023 study was used, based on 71 research participants (33 boys, 38 girls) included in the analysis. Results of the study are as follows: First, refugee children's acculturative stress had a positive effect on their life satisfaction. Second, self-esteem and peer support had a serial dual mediating effect on the impact of refugee children's acculturative stress on life satisfaction. Based on these results, social work policy and practice implications were discussed in order to ameliorate acculturative stress and improve self-esteem and peer support of refugee children living in Korea.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":44567,"journal":{"name":"Asian Social Work and Policy Review","volume":"19 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143119916","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"From Perpetrators to Partners: Juvenile Offenders Perspective on Student Mass Fighting Prevention in Indonesia","authors":"Jesika Juliana, Azmawaty Mohamad Nor, Fonny Dameaty Hutagalung","doi":"10.1111/aswp.70004","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/aswp.70004","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Adolescent physical fights are a significant social problem worldwide, with a rising incidence of mass school fights in Indonesia highlighting the need for targeted interventions. Despite this, research often overlooks the perspectives of the offenders themselves. This study aims to address this gap by examining protective factors and prevention strategies from the viewpoint of Indonesian juvenile offenders. Using in-depth interviews and thematic analysis with four juvenile offenders across three correctional institutions, the research identifies several key strategies for prevention. These include strengthening parental connections, providing positive adult role models, severing ties with delinquent peers, and offering education on adaptive coping strategies. Effective prevention also involves establishing robust parent–child relationships and implementing school programs that address honor-related conflicts. Furthermore, the study suggests that educating adolescents about positive masculinity, incorporating anger management training, and utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy can significantly reduce the likelihood of involvement in mass student fighting. By adopting these approaches, communities can more effectively address and mitigate the underlying factors contributing to adolescent violence and promote more constructive conflict resolution methods.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":44567,"journal":{"name":"Asian Social Work and Policy Review","volume":"19 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143117577","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Every Life Matters: Empowering Care Leavers on Their Path to Independence","authors":"Girish Sharma","doi":"10.1111/aswp.70003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/aswp.70003","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Following the transition into society, adolescents' rehabilitation and social integration are the main concerns for child care institutions (CCIs). By recognizing the challenges adolescents face, it is possible to facilitate their rehabilitation and integration into society. This study aims to identify the issues and obstacles impeding care leavers' rehabilitation and integration process, as perceived by caregivers. The researcher employs social constructivism as a theoretical framework and qualitative description method as the research design. The study involved eight participants, selected through purposive sampling, and semi-structured interviews were used to collect data. The study's findings elucidate the risk and protective factors associated with the issues faced by care leavers, including caregiving environment and support, social and community support, educational challenges, psychological and emotional challenges, social isolation and discrimination, among others. Based on the findings, the researcher has developed a Holistic Care Integration and Transition (HCIT) framework for practitioners and policymakers.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":44567,"journal":{"name":"Asian Social Work and Policy Review","volume":"19 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142666122","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Service Providers' Perceptions of Psychological, Emotional, and Behavioral Issues Among Children and Adolescents During COVID-19 in South Korea","authors":"Sunju Sohn, Jihyeong Jeong, Hyunyong Park","doi":"10.1111/aswp.70001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/aswp.70001","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Various emotional and psychological support services for children and adolescents were implemented in South Korea during the COVID-19 era. However, little is known about the limitations and future directions of current support services from the perspective of service providers. The purpose of this study was to explore service providers' perspectives on emotional and psychological support services for children and adolescents. The present study purposively recruited 11 clinical practitioners providing support services for children and adolescents to conduct semistructured focus group interviews. Thematic analysis identified four major themes: (a) a noticeable increase in problematic behaviors among children and adolescents (e.g., intrinsic and extrinsic problem behaviors); (b) changes in service use patterns (e.g., increased non-face-to-face services); (c) frustrations with inadequate support systems (e.g., the absence of qualified professionals); and (d) identifying future directions (e.g., improving awareness of support services). The findings highlight the necessity of enhancing awareness of how to access services by reducing stigma. The findings also emphasize the need for improved cooperation between public and private facilities, as well as a greater number of skilled professionals to provide high-quality programs. The practical and political implications are discussed based on the findings.</p>","PeriodicalId":44567,"journal":{"name":"Asian Social Work and Policy Review","volume":"19 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/aswp.70001","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142587930","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ke-Mei Chen, Shu-Twu Wang, Shan-Ru Chao, Kui Kasirisir
{"title":"Link Between Social Relationships and Vulnerability Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults Living Alone in Taiwan","authors":"Ke-Mei Chen, Shu-Twu Wang, Shan-Ru Chao, Kui Kasirisir","doi":"10.1111/aswp.70000","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/aswp.70000","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The study investigated the effect of social relationships on vulnerability among community-dwelling older adults living alone in Taiwan. Data were extracted from the de-identified service records of 2116 older adults living alone. Logistic regression models were used to identify the connection between social relationships and vulnerability. The results demonstrated that close social relationships help reduce vulnerability for older adults living alone. Moreover, the data indicated a statistically significant relationship between frailty and vulnerability and a statistically significant relationship between public assistance and vulnerability. An increase in the degree of frailty increases the risk of exposure to threats for older adults living alone. However, public assistance benefits older adults living alone. Existing policy and social work interventions aim to strengthen social safety nets for older adults living alone and establish social networks for older adults living alone through an institutional approach to prevent exposure to threats. Moreover, policymakers should focus not only on risk factors (e.g., frailty) but also on protective factors (e.g., social relationships and public assistance).</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":44567,"journal":{"name":"Asian Social Work and Policy Review","volume":"19 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142587929","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}