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Asian Social Work Journal
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Kesejahteraan Penjawat Awam yang Ulang Alik ke Tempat Kerja di Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Mohd Haizzan Yahaya; Masarah Mohamad Yusof; Farhana Kamarul Bahrin; Mahathir Yahaya
Asian Social Work Journal Vol 8 No 4 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47405/aswj.v8i4.264

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Kertas kerja ini memberi tumpuan kepada kesan serta dimensi kesejahteraan sosial terhadap aktiviti berulang-alik setiap hari ke tempat kerja di Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. Oleh kerana taraf hidup yang lebih tinggi di kawasan bandar dengan adanya kemudahan infrastruktur, kesihatan dan pendidikan yang lebih baik, lebih ramai penjawat awam serta keluarga mereka masih belum bersedia untuk menyesuaikan gaya hidup di kawasan tersebut. Kongres Kesatuan Sekerja Dalam Perkhidmatan Awam (CUEPACS) mendapati kira-kira 60% penjawat awam tidak mampu untuk memiliki rumah sendiri berdekatan dengan tempat kerja mereka di kawasan bandar. Hanya kawasan di luar bandar menawarkan rumah mampu milik berharga tidak melebihi RM300,000 (USD65,000), manakala sebilangan besar penjawat awam bekerja di kawasan bandar. Status quo ini secara langsung menjadi salah satu faktor untuk mereka memilih terus tinggal di kawasan luar bandar yang jauh dari tempat mereka bekerja. Ini jelas menunjukkan bahawa sebilangan besar penjawat awam khususnya di Pulau Pinang tinggal di luar kawasan tempat mereka bekerja. Seramai 180 orang responden daripada kumpulan ini telah terlibat dalam tinjauan ini telah ditemu bual. Analisis kuantitatif telah dibincangkan dengan sewajarnya berdasarkan objektif kajian. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan sebilangan besar responden mengalami pelbagai kesulitan semasa berulang-alik setiap hari ke tempat kerja. Perjalanan ulang-alik jarak jauh turut menjejaskan kesejahteraan sosial, tekanan kerja dan kesihatan. Usaha untuk mengurangkan permasalah ini demi kelangsungan kehidupan yang lebih baik dalam kalangan mereka adalah amat penting. Peningkatan usaha boleh dilakukan melalui kerjasama dalam pelbagai program, faedah dan kemudahan seperti perlindungan, jaminan keselamatan, serta bantuan sosial.
The Relationships Between Family Attachment, Family Commitment and School Attachment among High School Students Kieu Van Tu
Asian Social Work Journal Vol 8 No 5 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47405/aswj.v8i5.268

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The purpose of this study is to analyze the relationships between family attachment, family commitment and school attachment of High school Students in Mekong Delta, Vietnam. Data was collected from January to June, 2023. The study was conducted on a total of 914 high school students, grade 10, grade 11 and grade 12 in Dong Thap Province, Mekong Delta, Viet Nam. The study sample was randomly selected for convenience with the permission of the leaders of school, students and parents. Three professors were used to examine the validity of the questionnaire. Correlation analysis was conducted for construct validity, and reliability was measured using Cronbach's α. Data collection was conducted through the use of Questionnaire that modified by the investigator. The data was analyzed by the SPSS 22.0 program using Descriptive statistics and Correlation. This research analyzed the relationships among the family commitment – family attachment, family attachment – school attachment, family commitment – school attachment. Results showed that Family commitment and Family attachment have a statistically significant linear relationship. School attachment and Family attachment have a statistically significant linear relationship. School attachment and Family commitment have a statistically significant linear relationship. Therefore, students will ask questions about the importance of being attached to school from teachers and school social workers. This study has applied attachment theory, explaining attachment to school and attachment to family. The research results can be used as a reference for further research and contribute positive value to school and social work education. When exploring the relationship of family commitment, family attachment and school attachment, this research found that family commitment and family attachment are more significant and it is vital important to build strategy to build up school attachment for teachers, school social worker in high school in Vietnamese context.
Madrasah Head's Strategy in Improving the Culture of Educational Quality Based on Madrasah-Based Management at MTsN 5 Tangerang Wahyu Fajar Nugraha; Armai Arief; Herwina Bahar
Asian Social Work Journal Vol 8 No 5 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47405/aswj.v8i5.270

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This study aims to find strategies for madrasah heads to improve quality culture based on madrasah-based management. This research was conducted at MTSN 5 Tangerang located in Tangerang Regency, Banten Province. Research methods used in this study use qualitative methods with a phenomenological study approach. Data collection techniques are carried out through interviews, documentation, and observation. This study involved several participants, such as madrasah heads, teachers, education staff, students, and madrasah committees. The results of this study try to confirm the compatibility between the phenomena that occur in MTSN 5 Tangerang with management theories such as G.R.Terry's theory, Beck and Cowan's theory, McKinsey's 7S Framework theory, and Deming's theory. According to the findings of the researchers, the strategy of the head of the MTSN 5 Tangerang madrasah in improving the culture of education quality is carried out through planning, organizing, directing, and supervising based on madrasah-based management principles that are independence, achievement, environmental insight, and moral character. The characteristics of madrasah-based management are indicators of the success of the madrasah head's strategy in improving the culture of education quality. The implications of the strategy of the head of the MTSN 5 Tangerang madrasah in improving the culture of education quality can be seen from the increase in educational inputs, processes, and outputs in achieving the National Education Standards (SNP). Based on the description above, this dissertation research is considered important considering that the head of the madrasah has a central role in making strategic policies in the madrasah. The researcher's suggestion is that this research is expected to be a reference model for the government, public and private madrassas, and heads of madrassas in realizing quality and equitable Islamic education.
The Role of Work Motivation as A Mediating Influence of Work Environment and Islamic Work Discipline on Lecturer Performance Mohamad Lutfi; Koesmawan Koesmawan; Andry Priharta; Oneng Nurul Bariyah; Masyitoh Masyitoh
Asian Social Work Journal Vol 8 No 5 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47405/aswj.v8i5.271

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This study aims to determine the role of work motivation as a mediating influence of work environment and Islamic work discipline on lecturer performance in the era of disruption. The study location is PTMA in the Jakarta and Banten areas. The research method uses a quantitative approach of survey type and is associative or explanatory. The population in this study was lecturers totaling 1,838 lecturers, using the Slovin formula, a sample of 170 people was obtained using the purposive sampling technique. Data collection techniques used questionnaires and data analysis used SEM Smart PLS 3.2.9 analysis. The results of the study are known: (1) Work environment has a significant effect on Work Motivation at PTMA Jakarta Banten in the disruption era, (2) Work Discipline has a significant effect on Work Motivation at PTMA Jakarta Banten in the disruption era, (3) Work Motivation has a significant effect on Lecturer Performance at PTMA Jakarta Banten in the disruption era, (4) The role of Work Environment has a significant effect on Lecturer Performance at PTMA Jakarta Banten in the disruption era, (5) Work Discipline has a significant effect on Lecturer Performance at PTMA Jakarta Banten in the disruption era, (6) The Role of the Work Environment has a significant effect on Lecturer Performance mediated by Work Motivation at PTMA Jakarta Banten, (7) Work Discipline has a significant effect on Lecturer Performance mediated by Work Motivation at PTMA Jakarta Banten. This study implies that the role of work motivation as a mediating influence of the work environment and Islamic work discipline contributes positively to lecturer performance. The suggestion of this study is to pay attention to lecturer honoraria to be more tailored to the educational background, academic rank, and length of work of lecturers. Work facilities and equipment are expected to be more tailored to the needs of lecturers to support teaching activities. Further, improves security and comfort in learning activities. Class conditions that are not conducive in the future can create a conducive learning atmosphere so that learning activities run more effectively.
Kesedaran Mahasiswa Dalam Kesiapsiagaan Memberi Bantuan Bencana Banjir Che Hussin, Zulkifli; Pandian, Sivamurugan
Asian Social Work Journal Vol 8 No 5 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47405/aswj.v8i5.273

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Kajian ini bertujuan untuk membincangkan tentang kesedaran mahasiswa Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) dalam kesiapsiagaan memberi bantuan bencana banjir. Hampir setiap tahun Malaysia mengalami bencana banjir tidak mengira tempat atau negeri. Manakala mahasiswa yang bertindak sebagai sukarelawan merupakan elemen yang penting semasa proses bantuan. Amalan semasa dan pada masa depan di dalam mengendali atau menguruskan bencana banjir seharusnya melibatkan penyertaan dari kalangan mahasiswa universiti. Hal ini menjadikan mahasiswa akan terdedah kepada tindakan kesiapsiagaan untuk menghadapi pengurusan bencana banjir di dalam komuniti. Persoalannya, adakah kesedaran dalam kalangan mahasiswa dalam kesiapsiagaan memberi bantuan banjir? Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif menerusi kaedah analisis kandungan. Hasil kajian mendapati kesedaran mahasiswa adalah terletak kepada diri masing-masing selain daripada pendedahan dari pihak universiti dalam memberi kesedaran dan kesiapsiagaan untuk memberi bantuan bencana banjir. Penglibatan mahasiswa dengan aktiviti berbentuk kesukarelawanan secara tidak langsung dapat memberi impak yang positif dalam diri mahasiswa tersebut
Interrogating Human Security And Human Trafficking Along Nigeria-Niger Borders 2015-to 2022 Isyaku, Shuaibu Shittu; Pandian, Sivamurugan
Asian Social Work Journal Vol 9 No 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47405/aswj.v9i1.275

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Human trafficking is a crime that has persist despite the effort of government in combating the challenge. Various governmental actors at the local, national and international levels have collaborated in combating this menace yet, it still thrives. This has made scholars to beam their searchlight at the factors responsible for its origin and persistence. The Rational Choice Institutionalist theory was adopted as the theoretical framework. This study aimed at the identifying the causes of this menace between Nigeria and Niger Borders from 2015 to 2022. The Illela and Jibia borderlands in Sokoto and Katsina States in the North-Western Nigeria are the focus of this research. Data was collected through interview as a primary source of data. The qualitative data was analyzed using Nvivo to describe the interview responses. The study concluded that poverty is the major factor that responsible for human trafficking in Nigeria. Poverty among other factors has reduced the economic prospects of individuals as such those desperate for better lives are deceived by traffickers usually offer them employment opportunities and improved livelihoods.
Drug Abuse from Social Work Perspectives Singh, Paramjit Singh Jamir; Azman, Azlinda; Durairaja, Shankar; Rashadiah, Thajun; Yee, Lim May
Asian Social Work Journal Vol 9 No 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47405/aswj.v9i1.276

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Social work plays a crucial role in restoring societal functions. This paper advocates for integral theory as a defining framework for the identity of social work. In the context of Malaysia, a nation characterized by its multicultural landscape and grappling with a two-century-long issue of drug abuse, the application of integral theory becomes particularly relevant. Through an in-depth case study, this paper aims to illustrate the practicality and efficacy of integral theory in addressing the complex challenges posed by drug abuse in Malaysia. The discussion delves into various facets, including social identities, ego development, ethnopharmacology, and the political climate of Malaysia, providing a comprehensive understanding of the ongoing drug abuse issue. By examining these elements, the paper seeks to underscore how integral theory can serve as a transformative lens for social work in Malaysia. Crucially, this exploration contends that integral theory is not merely a practical tool for establishing the identity of social work; it should also be regarded as the future trajectory of social work. As societal issues evolve, the holistic and inclusive approach offered by integral theory positions social work to effectively navigate the complexities and nuances inherent in addressing drug abuse and other pressing challenges in the years to come.
Content Validity, Face Validity and Reliability for Malay Version of The Stages Of Change Readiness and Treatment Eagerness Scale for Smoking Cessation (M-SOCRATES-S) and Malay Version of Smoking Self-Efficacy (M-SSE) Mohamed, Mohd Haazik; Voo, Peter; Maakip, Ismail; Robinson, Fredie; George Albert, Wanda Kiyah
Asian Social Work Journal Vol 9 No 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47405/aswj.v9i1.277

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A set of questionnaires on smoking behaviour are required in order to conduct a full assessment of smoking issues in Malaysia. Therefore, this study was conducted to ensure that the Malay Version of The Stages of Change Readiness and Treatment Eagerness Scale for Smoking Cessation (M-SOCRTAES-S) and Malay Version of Smoking Self-Efficacy (M-SSE) questionnaires can be used systematically in Malaysia. The permission to adapt these two questionnaires for the publishers was made and permission was obtained. This questionnaire has been translated into Malay using the direct translation method. Two experts were involved in the content validity process while eight lay adult smokers were involved in the face validity process while a total of 50 adult smokers were involved in the reliability assessment process. The results of the study found that the S-CVI/Ave and S-CVI/UA values ​​for M-SOCRATES-S are 0.97 and 0.94 while the S-CVI/Ave values ​​and S-CVI/UA values ​​for M-SSE are 1.0 and 1.0. The S-FVI/Ave and S-FVI/UA values ​​for M-SOCRATES-S are 0.99 and 0.95 while the S-FVI/Ave and S-FVI/UA values ​​for M-SSE are 0.98 and 0.83. There are three domains in the M-SOCRATES-S questionnaire, namely the recognition domain, the ambivalent domain and the taking action domain, these three domains recorded Cronbach's alpha values ​​of 0.85, 0.80 and 0.89. While there are two domains in the M-SSE, namely internal and external, which recorded Cronbach's alpha values ​​of 0.81 and 0.77. The findings of this study show that the content validity, face validity, and reliability of these two questionnaires are acceptable and that they may be utilised among Malaysian adult smokers who can speak and write Malay.
How Can the Capabilities of Child Protection Workers Be Enhanced? A Report from Kuwaitis Child Protection Workers Almutairi, Nourah; A.B.A., Siti Hajar; Z., Siti Nur Edlyn
Asian Social Work Journal Vol 9 No 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47405/aswj.v9i1.279

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This article establishes empowerment strategies to enhance child protection workers' capabilities in Kuwait. It utilized a phenomenology design and a qualitative method to collect 12 Kuwaiti child protection workers' experiences with daily challenges while protecting and safeguarding children who attend the Child Protection Office. The study collected its data using semi-structured interviews with 12 child protection workers. The findings show that the capabilities of child protection workers can be improved using several approaches, including salary increments, training opportunities, supportive organizational policies, and the introduction of performance evaluations. Despite the numerous challenges that child protection workers in Kuwait face, the identified interventions could significantly improve their effectiveness. Therefore, the government and the relevant organizations should invest in realizing the identified interventions.
#ONtheLINE: The Role of Information and Communications Technology in the Delivery of Likhaan Center’s Programs during the COVID-19 Pandemic Tsuji, Christine Keiko; Reyes, Paulina Andrea Labaco; Viyo, Hannah Mishael Cruz
Asian Social Work Journal Vol 9 No 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47405/aswj.v9i1.281

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The unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 brought significant changes to how Information and Communications Technology (ICT) is leveraged in various industries, including social work and community development. This research analyzes the role of ICTs on the delivery of Likhaan Center for Women’s Health’s programs from March 2020 to December 2022. Likhaan is a non-government organization aiming to promote the sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) of women and young people from disadvantaged communities. This study considers the perspectives and experiences of Likhaan’s beneficiaries, community mobilizers, and social service providers. A mixed-methods design was utilized, beginning with an online survey-questionnaire for the collection of quantitative data from Likhaan’s beneficiaries, which garnered 90 completed responses. The quantitative data was used to identify eight beneficiaries to participate in in-depth individual interviews for the collection of complementing qualitative data. Individual interviews were also conducted with four project coordinators and clinicians from Likhaan. Additional qualitative data was collected through focus group discussions (FGDs) with 16 community mobilizers from various Likhaan clinics. The results revealed that ICT accessibility and integration has a direct impact on the delivery of social services, which is felt and experienced by beneficiaries, community mobilizers, and social service providers in different ways. The findings have implications for the aforementioned groups, along with policymakers, program implementers, and researchers, providing insights into opportunities, challenges, and barriers in utilizing ICT in the delivery of SRHR social services. The study underscores the need for further research, collaboration, and innovation in leveraging ICT to address the complex and multifaceted challenges related to SRHR and how it can be used in the context of social work and social welfare.