Bøger af Chester Alexis C. Buama

The book explains the different aspects of socio-economic governance and gives and overview on e-governance. This book sheds light on the political governance in small states as well as environmental governance in small states. It also emphasize the social and economic governance in small states along with discussing the small states and good governance for sustainable development.

This book will explore case studies of child poverty in a range of countries, including those that are highly industrialized; those that are considered to be middle-income countries; and the least developed countries. Throughout, the book will highlight the similarities of experience, which call for an international and coordinated response. At the same time, the book will also highlight the localized experiences of child poverty which may vary greatly. The implication is that international efforts have to be complemented with more localized approaches that are contextualized. Additionally, the book will critically examine some of the policy formulations that are designed to deal with the problem of child poverty. However, this critique will be done in such a way as to highlight the possibilities, limitations, and suggestions for improvement concerning policies that are designed to alleviate or eliminate child poverty.This book will explore case studies of child poverty in a range of countries, including those that are highly industrialized; those that are considered to be middle-income countries; and the least developed countries. Throughout, the book will highlight the similarities of experience, which call for an international and coordinated response. At the same time, the book will also highlight the localized experiences of child poverty which may vary greatly. The implication is that international efforts have to be complemented with more localized approaches that are contextualized. Additionally, the book will critically examine some of the policy formulations that are designed to deal with the problem of child poverty. However, this critique will be done in such a way as to highlight the possibilities, limitations, and suggestions for improvement concerning policies that are designed to alleviate or eliminate child poverty.

This book examines the gender situation in the arts, culture, and media in different countries. The purpose of which is to compare the situation with the experience and procedures of other countries, and offer advice on potential future actions to achieve gender parity in these areas. In this volume, cultural works (such as films, documentaries, visual images, and biographies are explored to offer more clarity. Nevertheless, it also mentions the minimal attention given to gender matters in the media, religious and cultural fields, while feminist scholars are relatively marginalized in media and cultural contexts. Among the topics of discussion include chapter 1. Men representation in the media, 2. Women representation in the media, 3. How much the media favors men, and 4. Gender stereotyping and sexism in the media. The volume seeks to solve complex contemporary phenomena such as globalization, neoliberalism, and "e;fundamentalism"e;, which have aroused new problems related to cultural integration in the media. For those who need an easy-to-understand guide to the latest issues and concepts in the gender field, this extensive volume is essential reading. It is universal in scope, multidisciplinary in approach, and points out what still has to be done. The volume is also useful for researchers looking for ways to improve gender equality in media, art, and culture.

Explores the various roles that the third sector plays. The book defines the third sector as comprising non-governmental organisations that help developing nations in achieving their human development goals, and critiques some of the motives and methods that have been associated with third sector actors.

Explores various aspects of diplomacy across international borders. The book outlines the role of diplomacy in politics and the part it plays in maintaining political relations across the borders. It also highlights the manner in which diplomacy is practiced in the field of economics and how trade is regulated.

Aimed at undergraduates studying public administration. The book considers the evolution of the civil service throughout the 20th century. In doing so, it highlights some of the management techniques that have been adopted by the civil service, and shows the ways in which reform can be used to modernize the civil service.

Provides insights on the use of digital technology in carrying out social work in an effective manner. The book presents some guidelines for the social workers, the Social Workers' Code of Ethics, and throws light on social reforms and corporate social responsibility.

Discusses the various ways in which the society is suffering from gender discrimination, and the manner in which gender discrimination affects the people associated with it. The book examines the various aspects of gender discrimination and discusses how to deal with such situations.

Provides an introduction to leading and managing a non-profit organisation. The book discusses the various kinds of non-profit organisations, strategic positioning of non-profit organisations, the effect of political power and public policies, the economics of the non-profits, and the management of conflicts in such organisations.

Examines various aspects of sexual orientation to increase understanding of transgender issues. The history of sexual orientation issues in organisations is covered, along with various measures required for sexuality and operations management.

Examines various aspects of religion in different parts of the world. The book covers the meaning of religion and volunteering, and provides readers with insights into the development of volunteering practices in different religions.

Examines various aspects of crisis, including an extensive overview of the management and communication of crisis. The book includes definitions of pre-crisis, post-crisis and fundamentals of crisis theory. Additionally, it provides knowledge about the future of crisis communication and management.

Investigates the outcomes of the global financial crisis that started in 2008 and whose impacts are still being felt. The book does not try to explain the beginnings of the emergency. Rather, it analyses the effect of the GFC on country states and their strategies and global monetary courses of action and public policy.

The most important thing in the discussion of the global governance system is how the world views the system. Do all the nations agree with this new world order? This book examines the global governance system, and includes proposals from different organisations and experts.

Examines the IO hypothesis and the utilization of this hypothesis to comprehend global relations. The book's objective is to comprehend the IO hypothesis and to utilize specific IOs illustratively, and to propose routes in which the hypotheses talked about can enable us to comprehend the part of IOs in global governmental issues.

Examines various aspects of terrorism, including an extensive historical overview and related issues. It provides a definition of global terrorism, historic roots of terrorism politics, ideologies and strategies of both contemporary and older terrorist groups, terrorism today, recent attacks, and trends in the global terrorism index over the last 10 years.

E- Governance is the use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) to improve the activities of public sector organisations. This volume discusses the use of e-governance in Korea, Australia, France, New Zealand, America, India and developing countries. The main focus is on the services that e-governance provides, how it has developed, and best practice.