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A large number of non‐native trees (NNTs) have been introduced globally and widely planted, contributing significantly to the world's economy. Although some of these species present a limited risk of spreading beyond their planting sites, a growing number of NNTs are spreading and becoming invasive leading to diverse negative impacts on biodiversity, ecosystem functions and human well‐being. To help minimize the negative impacts and maximize the economic benefits of NNTs, Brundu et al. developed eight guidelines for the sustainable use of NNTs globally—the Global Guidelines for the Use of NNTs (GG‐NNTs).Here, we used an online survey to assess perceptions of key stakeholders towards NNTs, and explore their knowledge of and compliance with the GG‐NNTs.Our results show that stakeholders are generally aware that NNTs can provide benefits and cause negative impacts, often simultaneously and they consider that their organization complies with existing regulations and voluntary agreements concerning NNTs. However, they are not aware of or do not apply most of the eight recommendations included in the GG‐NNTs.We conclude that effectively managing invasions linked to NNTs requires both more communication efforts using an array of channels for improving stakeholder awareness and implementation of simple measures to reduce NNT impacts (e.g. via GG‐NNTs), and a deeper understanding of the barriers and reluctance of stakeholders to manage NNT invasions. Read the free Plain Language Summary for this article on the Journal blog. Read the free Plain Language Summary for this article on the Journal blog. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The study aims to understand the variations in the domain‐specific pro‐sustainable‐forest‐management behavior (PSFMBs) and their explanatory factors across ecological, economic, recreational, and Aboriginal domains and between Aboriginal and non‐Aboriginal groups. A hybrid model of PSFMB, which integrates environmental psychology and resource economics perspectives, is conceptualized and estimated using multi‐group path analysis and data from three Aboriginal and three non‐Aboriginal communities in Ontario, Canada. Results show that both groups make substantial pro‐SFM contributions, but the contributions and their influencing factors differ across domains and groups. For Aboriginals, environmental worldviews and assigned forest values are the only influencing factors, while for non‐Aboriginals, income and forest environmental conditions play dominant roles. The findings confirm the fundamental differences in the roles of beliefs, values, and situational factors in influencing the PSFMB of Aboriginal and non‐Aboriginal groups, highlight the need for theoretical lenses that account for cultural differences, and contribute to the development of inclusive policies that respect the unique values of different social groups. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Sustainable tourism can combine recreation for people, economic opportunities for entrepreneurs, and environmental protection, but for mountain tourism, climate change and the predicted reductions in snowfall require urgent action. Therefore, this study aims to identify sustainable mountain tourism strategies and consumption patterns using a multi‐criteria decision methodology and data collected through an online survey and expert opinions. The results show the importance of stakeholder engagement and the relevance of three strategies: (i) zero‐emission lodges; (ii) energy communities, and (iii) zero‐emission ski lifts. As well as pointing out the need for sustainability awareness and education. While respondents pay a great deal of attention to sustainability, the analysis highlights three policy interventions to safeguard mountain tourism: (i) financing the conversion of facilities; (ii) expanding infrastructure to reach mountain resorts, and (iii) rewarding consumers for choosing a certified zero‐emission resort. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Amidst the rapid urbanisation and increasing calls for sustainable development, this study examines the key drivers and barriers influencing sustainable smart city initiatives in Nigeria. By employing a quantitative approach, the research amalgamates insights from diverse professionals, integrating descriptive statistics, exploratory factor analysis, and Spearman rank correlation analysis to illuminate the intricate landscape of sustainable smart city development within the Nigerian context. The findings underscore the interconnected nature of various factors, underscoring the imperative of an all‐encompassing approach that synergistically incorporates infrastructure integration, environmental sustainability, efficient governance, social inclusivity, and economic innovation. Furthermore, identifying specific barriers, including challenges related to integrated urban transformation, socioeconomic equity, and governance and infrastructure, highlights the critical need for precise interventions to surmount these obstacles. The implications and recommendations derived from this study emphasise the pivotal role of collaborative endeavours among diverse stakeholders, accentuating the significance of inclusive decision‐making processes, sustainable environmental practices, and equitable economic expansion. The insights gleaned from this research serve as an invaluable resource for policymakers and urban planners, providing a robust groundwork for informed policy formulation and strategic planning to guide sustainable smart city development in Nigeria and other developing nations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In response to the pressing need for effective implementation of the Circular Economy (CE), this research introduces a comprehensive theoretical framework for CE roadmapping. This study addresses the prevalent issue of fragmented and inconsistent CE strategies that often hinder the successful translation of long-term goals into achievable KPIs. Through a carefully designed methodology, this framework incorporates strategic management, systems thinking, sustainability science, and other disciplines, providing a structured approach to navigating the complexities of long-term planning for CE. The foundation for this framework is laid through an extensive review of the literature, which identifies theoretical gaps and guides its development. Practical insights are gained through an examination of various CE roadmaps, including sectoral, municipal, national, and regional strategies, thereby enhancing this framework's applicability and robustness. This research highlights substantial variations in current CE roadmapping methods, emphasizing the need for a standardized approach. While acknowledging limitations due to the diverse contexts of the case studies, this study offers significant implications for policymakers, business leaders, and sustainability practitioners by presenting a versatile tool for strategic CE planning. Its interdisciplinary construction mirrors the multifaceted nature of CE, rendering it exceptionally adaptable across various disciplines and levels, reflecting the diverse reality of CE applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In many countries, young people are justifiably viewed as possessing the energy and ideas required to advance the sustainability agenda. However, the degree to which youth can influence that agenda depends on how meaningfully they engage in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and related processes. Further, the extent to which they can meaningfully engage may vary across countries. Though studies have shed light on the core elements of meaningful youth engagement, those insights have not been used to compare how these elements vary across countries. The paper aims to fill this knowledge gap with a preliminary assessment of youth engagement in sustainability processes in Finland and Japan. The approach used herein draws upon relevant literature to construct an analytical framework comprised of four key elements underpinning meaningful youth engagement: (1) aims and justifications; (2) power-sharing; (3) transparency and accountability; and (4) support. The study then employs text mining, institutional analysis, and key informant interviews to offer a preliminary assessment of how meaningfully youth have engaged in sustainability processes in Finland and Japan. The assessment reveals that youth engagement mechanisms in Finland more clearly explicate aims and justifications, balance power dynamics, and enhance transparency and accountability than in Japan. Both countries could do more to offer support to young people. The article also suggests that additional research is needed on three areas: (1) the effect of underlying socio-cultural differences on youth engagement; (2) the relationship between youth engagement and the performance of SDGs 4, 7, and 13; and (3) the role of education as an upstream enabler of engagement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: This study aims to explore the strategies corporations use in engaging stakeholders to sustain healthy corporate partnerships and create value for the corporate entity and the society in which they operate and their influence on the corporate manager's cognitive abilities and decision-making. Design/methodology/approach: The authors used an interpretive research approach leveraging the strengths of qualitative method of content analysis and comparative and critical analyses to report the results. Interpretive methods incorporate social theories and standpoints that view reality as the social construction of understandable events in the context of organizational communication. Findings: The findings of this study suggest that corporations are assumed to follow and execute the principles of engaging stakeholders to achieve corporate social responsibility (CSR) claiming to manage a sustainable and responsible business practices that recognize local cultures, human rights and protect the environment. However, little attention has been paid to the cognitive reasoning of the individuals responsible for CSR and corporate sustainability (CS) as opposed to the growing concerns about strategies corporations use in engaging stakeholders to sustain healthy corporate partnerships and create value – especially the processes that take place during engagement and decision-making including cognitive offloading. Practical implications: Stakeholder engagement requires practical approaches that enable corporations and individuals charged with decision-making responsibilities to understand, respond and fulfill their CSRs. To achieve CSRs, corporations and managers responsible for relevant decision-making would need to involve stakeholders in social performance planning, as social reporting/auditing has long been advocating for preventing managerial biasness, groupthink and increased information dissemination via detailed reporting practices toward more collaborative stakeholder relationships. Thus, it is crucial for corporations to implement enhanced stakeholder and managerial decision-making strategies such as integrative approaches to achieve balance in the trio elements of sustainability as well as the growing use of paradox perspective to understand the nature of the tensions being sought to balance and, in the process, provide opportunity for a better evaluation of complex sustainability issues for innovative approach to resolving them. While cognitive decision-making is at play, in practice, managers tasked with making decisions must ensure the most effective stakeholder engagement strategies that are transparent and inclusive are used. Originality/value: The main contribution of this study is its argument regarding the tools corporations use in engaging key stakeholders and the cognitive reasoning of the individuals responsible for CSR and CS. The study further contributes to interpreting the integrative approach to achieving balance in the trio elements of sustainability as well as the growing use of paradox perspective to understand the nature of the tensions being sought to balance and, in the process, provide an opportunity for a better evaluation of complex sustainability issues for an innovative approach to resolving them. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Pematangsiantar City is the second largest city in North Sumatra Province and has many potential tourism objects. Tourism is a strategic sector that improves regional development and the welfare of the local community. However, tourism development practices still need to improve, primarily related to implementing comprehensive strategic planning. The study aims to formulate an effective and sustainable tourism development strategy by assessing the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to managing local tourism objects. The assessment uses a qualitative approach through SWOT analysis to evaluate the management practices of ten selected tourism objects. Data and information were collected through focus group discussions and in-depth interviews with 60 key respondents. The SWOT analysis results show that the total score of internal factors is superior to external factors. This condition confirms that the development of tourism objects in the future uses an aggressive and competitive strategy. In addition, an assessment of internal conditions reveals that the strengths are less significant than the weaknesses, but the opportunities outweigh the threats. Therefore, the study suggests adaptive strategies to complement aggressive and competitive strategies. The main recommended action strategies are presented in the conclusion. The implications of these results are significant for policymakers, tourism planners, and stakeholders as these findings provide a comprehensive roadmap for improving sustainable tourism development. The study contributes to sustainable tourism development by providing a detailed analysis of the city's direction of tourism object management practices. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Civil aviation significantly contributes to "hard-to-abate" emissions, responsible for 2% of global CO2 emissions. This paper examines the most effective policies to promote Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs) in Italy, using a multi-level policy analysis and a stakeholder-based case study approach. The policies reviewed comprise the international, European, and national level. The paper analyses at the international level, ICAO CORSIA and, at the European level, the Renewable Energy Directive (RED), ReFuel EU, and the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) for aviation. Italy has not yet implemented specific policies targeting SAF transition, which is challenging due to commercialization issues and policy inconsistencies. These include the price gap between SAF and conventional fuels, different definitions adopted, and environmental objectives pursued with respect to sustainable fuels by ICAO and the EU. Other challenges include double-counting risks and fuel tankering practices. This article contributes to Italy's SAF policymaking by developing a stakeholder-based quantitative survey, whose results suggest that three measures are key: tax subsidies for technology and infrastructure users, tax credits for upgrading production infrastructure, and tax breaks for SAF-using companies, fuel handlers, and distributors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This research article delves into the multifaceted landscape of corporate governance in India, tracing its evolution, examining the current regulatory frameworks, and exploring the challenges and opportunities presented by technological advancements. The study is motivated by the need to understand how corporate governance practices have adapted to the dynamic economic environment in India and to identify strategies for mitigating governance-related risks, particularly in the wake of high-profile corporate frauds that have underscored governance failures. Employing a comprehensive methodology that combines literature review, legal and regulatory analysis, and comparative studies, this article gives an in-depth examination of the definitions, principles, and theoretical underpinnings of corporate governance. It highlights the significant milestones in the development of corporate governance in India, including legislative reforms and regulatory changes aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and stakeholder engagement. The research further investigates the specific governance issues illuminated by various corporate scandals in India, pinpointing failures in transparency, board oversight, internal controls, and ethical standards. It assesses the impact of these scandals on regulatory practices and the broader corporate governance landscape. A noteworthy focus of the article is on the role of developing technologies--like data analytics, artificial intelligence, and blockchain-in transforming corporate governance practices. The study explores how these technologies can address traditional governance challenges by enhancing transparency, improving risk management, and facilitating more effective compliance monitoring. The article provides recommendations for strengthening India's corporate governance framework, emphasizing enhanced regulatory oversight, best practices in board management, ethical corporate culture, and strategic technology utilization to prevent fraud and foster sustainable success. It contributes to the ongoing discourse on governance practices in India. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The intersection of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors with corporate governance has become increasingly prominent in recent years. As investors and stakeholders alike recognize the long-term value of sustainable practices, ESG investing has witnessed a surge in popularity. This paper aims to explore the multifaceted impact of ESG investing on corporate governance, drawing insights from existing literature and realworld case studies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The need to be environmentally friendly has spread too many areas, including how university libraries handle their resources. This study looks into how sustainable methods can be used in academic libraries, with a focus on making the best use of resources, saving energy, and reducing waste. Using a mix of quantitative and qualitative methods, the study combines the results of energy tests with the insights gained from conversations with library staff and managers. The results show that smart actions like digitization, lighting that uses less energy, and green building standards have made libraries much better for the environment. Digitization not only saves space and cuts down on paper use, but it also makes materials easier to find. Using motion monitors and LED lights has helped save a lot of energy, and green building standards have encouraged environmentally friendly building designs and methods of operation. The study also shows how important it is for stakeholders to be involved in creating a mind-set of sustainability in academia. Regular training programs and efforts have been very helpful in getting library users and staff to act in environmentally friendly ways. Adding sustainable buying policies also makes sure that resources are gathered in a good way, which helps reach bigger environmental goals. Budget problems, reluctance to change, and the need for constant tracking and review are some of the problems that come up when trying to put these sustainable practices into action. But the long-term perks, like lower costs, a better image, and following the rules, show how important sustainability is in managing university libraries. There is more and more information about sustainability practices in academic schools, and this study adds to that information. It also gives other libraries a way to start doing similar things. By putting sustainability first, university libraries can do a lot to help people care for the earth and make the future more sustainable. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper examines the Environmental Management System (EMS) performance of contractors within the construction industry through a comprehensive evaluation utilizing surveys and interviews. The study identifies strengths in Environmental Policy, Compliance, and Improvement, alongside weaknesses in Environmental Performance Monitoring and Communication. Factors influencing EMS effectiveness, including organizational commitment and stakeholder engagement, are explored, offering insights into enhancing environmental practices systematically. Practical recommendations are proposed, emphasizing the adoption of an EMS Guide to direct policy development, compliance, waste management, and employee training. Improving environmental communication practices, leveraging technology, and fostering regulatory compliance and management commitment are advocated to fortify EMS performance. Finally, this study emphasizes the strategic importance of EMS integration in achieving sustainable environmental outcomes and enhancing contractors' competitiveness and reputation in the construction sector. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

AbstractPurposeMethodsResultsConclusions\nIMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONWearable robotic devices are currently being developed to improve upper limb function for individuals with hemiparesis after stroke. Incorporating the views of clinicians during the development of new technologies can help ensure that end products meet clinical needs and can be adopted for patient care.In this cross-sectional mixed-methods study, an anonymous online survey was used to gather clinicians’ perceptions of a wearable robotic hand orthosis for post-stroke hemiparesis. Participants were asked about their clinical experience and provided feedback on the prototype device after viewing a video.154 participants completed the survey. Only 18.8% had previous experience with robotic technology. The majority of participants (64.9%) reported that they would use the device for both rehabilitative and assistive purposes. Participants perceived that the device could be used in supervised clinical settings with all phases of stroke. Participants also indicated a need for insurance coverage and quick setup time.Engaging clinicians early in the design process can help guide the development of wearable robotic devices. Both rehabilitative and assistive functions are valued by clinicians and should be considered during device development. Future research is needed to understand a broader set of stakeholders’ perspectives on utility and design.Clinicians valued both assistive and rehabilitative uses of a wearable robotic hand orthosis designed for individuals with hemiparesis after stroke.Wearable robotic hand devices should have the capacity to engage in functional, real-world activities for both assistive and rehabilitative purposes.Pragmatic factors, such as set-up and training time, must be balanced with device complexity to enable implementation in clinical settings.Stakeholders, such as clinicians, play an important role in identifying design priorities for wearable robotic devices to ensure these devices can meet the needs of end-users.Clinicians valued both assistive and rehabilitative uses of a wearable robotic hand orthosis designed for individuals with hemiparesis after stroke.Wearable robotic hand devices should have the capacity to engage in functional, real-world activities for both assistive and rehabilitative purposes.Pragmatic factors, such as set-up and training time, must be balanced with device complexity to enable implementation in clinical settings.Stakeholders, such as clinicians, play an important role in identifying design priorities for wearable robotic devices to ensure these devices can meet the needs of end-users. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: Successful implementation of evidence‐based practices depends on contextual factors like stakeholder engagement, the socio‐political environment, resource availability, and stakeholders' felt needs and preferences. Nevertheless, inequities in implementation exist and undermine efforts to address HIV in marginalized key populations. Implementation science shows promise in addressing such inequities in the HIV response, but can be limited without meaningful engagement from citizens or communities. Discussion: We define the concept of a citizen‐engaged HIV implementation science as one that involves citizens and communities deeply in HIV implementation science activities. In this commentary, we discuss how citizen science approaches can be leveraged to spur equity in HIV implementation science. Drawing on three areas previously defined by Geng and colleagues that serve to drive impactful implementation science in the HIV response, we discuss how citizens can be engaged when considering "whose perspectives?", "what questions are being asked?" and "how are questions asked?". With respect to "whose perspectives?" a citizen‐engaged HIV implementation science would leverage participatory methods and tools, such as co‐creation, co‐production and crowdsourcing approaches, to engage the public in identifying challenges, solve health problems and implement solutions. In terms of "what questions are being asked?", we discuss how efforts are being made to synthesize citizen or community‐led approaches with existing implementation science frameworks and approaches. This also means that we ensure communities have a say in interrogating and deconstructing such frameworks and adapting them to local contexts through participatory approaches. Finally, when considering "how are questions asked?", we argue for the development and adoption of broad, guiding principles and frameworks that account for dynamic contexts to promote citizen‐engaged research in HIV implementation science. This also means avoiding narrow definitions that limit the creativity, innovation and ground‐up wisdom of local citizens. Conclusions: By involving communities and citizens in the development and growth of HIV implementation science, we can ensure that our implementation approaches remain equitable and committed to bridging divides and ending AIDS as a public health threat. Ultimately, efforts should be made to foster a citizen‐ and community‐engaged HIV implementation science to spur equity in our global HIV response. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Healthcare professionals have first-hand experience with patients in clinical practice and the dynamics in the healthcare system, which can be of great value in the design, implementation, data analysis and dissemination of research study results. Primary care professionals are particularly important as they provide first contact, accessible, coordinated, comprehensive and continuous people-focused care. However, in-depth examination of the engagement of health professionals in health system research and planning activities—how professionals are engaged and how this varies across national contexts- is limited, particularly in international initiatives. There is a need to identify gaps in the planning of engagement activities to inform the design and successful implementation of future international efforts to improve the responsiveness of health systems to the changing needs of patients and professionals. The aim of this study was to explore how primary care professionals were engaged in the design and implementation plans of an international health policy study led by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The OECD's international PaRIS survey measures and disseminates information on patient-reported outcome and experience measures (PROMs and PREMs) of people living with chronic conditions who are managed in primary care. A documentary analysis of 17 written national implementation plans (country roadmaps) was conducted between January and June 2023. Two reviewers independently performed the screening and data abstraction and resolved disagreements by discussion. We reported the intended target primary care professionals, phase of the study, channel of engagement, level of engagement, and purpose of engagement. All 17 countries aimed to engage primary care professionals in the execution plans for the international PaRIS survey. While organisations of primary care professionals, particularly of family doctors, were the most commonly targeted group, variation was found in the timing of engagement activities during the different phases of the study and in the level of engagement, ranging from co-development (half of the countries co-developed the survey together with primary care professionals) to one-off consultations with whom. International guidance facilitated the participation of primary care professionals. Continuous collaborative efforts at the international and national levels can foster a culture of engagement with primary care organisations and individual professionals and enhance meaningful engagement of primary care professionals. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study discusses a robust narrative of the relationship between higher education and the stakeholders in the digital era. It proposes an integrated higher education marketing framework using the Cue-Utilization approach with perceived situational appropriateness as the frame of reference. A multi-stakeholder perspective is explored using semi-structured in-depth interviews with India, the UK, Nigeria, and UAE participants. The study's findings indicate that relationship quality associated with relationship marketing is critical for student engagement. The results further validate the cues that are the surrogate indicators of high relationship quality in an ecosystem of higher education. It illustrates through a framework the factors affecting relationship marketing and their role in enhancing stakeholder engagement. Digitization adds another layer of complexity in relationships and relationship marketing for higher education in the given context. Therefore, nurturing relationships and increasing digital scalability can constitute the most relevant factors for advanced higher education marketing. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: This article aims to propose and apply a set of analytical categories for evaluating engagement in mine closure processes. Design/methodology/approach: The qualitative research adopts a case study strategy considering the singularity of the phenomenon studied. The mine project analyzed is the country's first large-scale closure, scheduled for 2041, with the potential to influence future processes. Data collection involved observation, documentary analysis, and interviews. Sixteen interviews were conducted with representatives from the public power, community, organizations, and the company. The research strategy chosen was content analysis using the analytical categories raised in the literature review and triangulation of data collection sources. Findings: The results highlight the importance of the mining company's active role in constructing the city's post-mining future, collaborating to reconvert socio-economic dynamics, and fostering a trusting relationship with the community. However, the company remains distant from the debate. Interviews revealed a paternalistic relationship between the mining company that guides engagement in a predominantly unilateral flow, with communication directed to meet its interests. Originality/value: This research fills a gap in the existing literature by focusing on engagement in a vulnerable context. It contributes to the theoretical advancement of the main characteristics of engagement in mine closure processes and for dialogue practices with communities to favor sustainable territory development in the post-mining period. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objective: This article describes the development of the rural community-based participatory design framework to guide healthcare design teams in their integration of rural community and clinical voice during the planning, design, and construction of a healthcare facility. Background: Rural communities are facing an alarming rate of healthcare facility closures, provider shortages, and dwindling resources, which are negatively impacting population health outcomes. A prioritized focus on rural care access and delivery requires design teams to have a deeper understanding of the contextual considerations necessary for a successful healthcare facility project, made possible through engagement and partnership with rural dwelling community members and healthcare teams. Method: The rural community participatory design framework is adapted from the rural participatory research model, selected due to its capture of key concepts and characteristics of rural communities. Underpinning theories included rural nursing theory and theory of the built environment. Results: The framework encompasses healthcare facility project phases, key translational concepts, and common traits across rural communities and cultures. As a middle-range theoretical framework, it is being tested in a current healthcare project with a Critical Access Hospital in Montana to facilitate design team and stakeholder collaboration. Conclusion: The rural community participatory design framework may be utilized by design teams as a means of familiarization with rural cultures, norms, values, and critical needs, which relate to meaningful design. The framework further enables design teams to critically appraise best practices of stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The role of education-focused university-industry collaboration (UIC) in facilitating higher education quality has been increasingly documented by empirical studies in the last decade, and yet existing systematic reviews of UIC are all focused on other non-education related aspects of collaboration, such as joint research, technology transfer, knowledge block building, or patent issues. This systematic review fills such a research gap by synthesising extant research on educational collaboration between the industry sector and higher education sector. Following the PRISMA guidelines, the authors searched literature across multiple databases and screened publications according to the following eligibility criteria: (1) publications should be peer-reviewed journal articles; (2) the publications should involve educational collaboration between the two sectors; (3) the content should provide information on at least one of the four major aspects, namely, the manifestations of industry's involvement, the manifestations of higher education's involvement, critical determinants of successful education-focused UICs, and the challenges or barriers to the implementation. Finally, a total of 65 qualified publications from 25 countries are included, from which seven types of industrial engagement, five types of universities' engagement, five critical determinants, and four challenges to the implementation across the globe are synthesised. The findings and implications for practice and future research are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

BACKGROUND: Nutrition plays a vital role in children's physical and emotional health. More than half of school age children's calories are provided in the school food environment, making school interventions an opportunity to address child nutrition. METHODS: The Creating Health Environments for Schools (CHEFS) program is designed to leverage local resources to create customized solutions that improve the nutritional content of school food and encourage children to choose healthier food. There are 8 components: (1) customizing nutrition plans, (2) modifying/replacing menu items, (3) helping procure healthier food, (4) providing equipment grants, (5) training cafeteria staff, (6) implementing environmental changes and nudges, (7) engaging students and parents, and (8) supporting sustainability. Supporting child nutrition directors is key to facilitating cooperation with schools. IMPLICATIONS FOR SCHOOL HEALTH POLICY, PRACTICE, AND EQUITY: Menu modifications and procurement are interrelated and depend on successfully collaborating with corporate, independent, and local food services organizations. Limited school budgets require low or no‐cost solutions and staff training. Student and parent engagement are critical to facilitate culturally‐appropriate solutions that increase awareness of healthy food. CONCLUSIONS: Every school district has particular resources and constraints. CHEFs engaged stakeholders to design customized solutions and encourage healthier nutrition for school children. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Coproduction represents an inclusive approach for developing decision‐support resources because it seeks to integrate scientific knowledge and end‐user needs. Unfortunately, spatial decision support systems (SDSS) coproduction has sometimes resulted in limited utility for end‐users, partially due to scarce SDSS coproduction guidance. To initiate coproduction, we held a series of workshops to co‐design a spatial conservation prioritization tool for sagebrush ecosystems in the western United States. We share four themes derived from participant feedback and our reflections to guide future SDSS codesign efforts. We found end‐user confidence in data inputs and transparency regarding SDSS assumptions generated trust. Workshop participants noted our virtual format, with smaller break‐out groups, effectively facilitated discussions. Ultimately, end‐users appreciated the conservation context provided by regional‐scale SDSS but preferred local‐scale prioritization efforts for site‐level planning. Therefore, we are shifting ongoing co‐design efforts to consider local‐scale tool development, which can scale up to larger geographic extents. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Vocational education and training (VET) has been emphasised as an important topic in Turkey's industrial development. However, Turkey's VET system has often been criticised for its weak performance in meeting employers' skill requirements and attracting successful students, which has resulted in the low status of VET in society. This article examines the Turkish VET system's on-going challenges through the evaluation of different groups of stakeholders. Drawing on the Capability Approach, it seeks to understand stakeholders' role in improving individuals' capabilities in a state-led VET context. Focusing on the automotive industry, the researcher conducted 26 semi-structured interviews with the representatives of four groups: firms, industrial actors (industry chambers, employer associations, and trade unions), state agencies, and vocational teachers. The findings show that all stakeholders engaging with Turkey's state-driven VET system agree on the strategic importance of the system for Turkey's economic and social development. However, this agreement does not prove itself in the concerted action of the stakeholders to deal with the system's challenges. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This case study explored the strategic human resource management (SHRM) practices at PT Pelabuhan Indonesia (Pelindo), a state-owned enterprise in Indonesia. The focus was on employee training and development, specifically the effectiveness of the Learning Design initiative in aligning employee training with business objectives. The research used a qualitative approach, conducting interviews with employees across various departments to gauge their capabilities and alignment with the HR training strategy. Secondary data sources were also utilized. The findings from the TWOS Analysis provide strategic insights into the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats associated with Pelindo's HRM training and development management plan. These insights can inform managerial decisions and strategies to enhance the effectiveness of the Learning Design initiative. For instance, the analysis reveals the importance of investing in technological infrastructure and improving communication channels to enhance e-learning initiatives. Furthermore, it highlights the need for a flexible and adaptive HRM strategy to respond to changing market conditions and regulatory changes. By addressing these strategic issues, managers can foster a skilled workforce and enhance employee knowledge, skills, and efficiency. However, areas for improvement were identified, including customization, technological infrastructure, and communication channels. By effectively engaging with stakeholders, Pelindo can address these issues and further enhance its SHRM initiatives. This research carries potential implications for HR practices in other state-owned enterprises, highlighting the importance of strategic alignment in training and development. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study navigates the terrain of community development in metropolitan areas across the United States (US), spotlighting the interplay between stakeholder engagement, development success, and distinct types of community development characteristics. While urban centers in US cities experienced disinvestment and urban flight for more than 5 decades, they now experience renewed interest amidst the complexities of rampant urbanization. Gentrification and displacement are some of the critical consequences of urban re-development, which warrants the exploration of the success metrics that turn disinvested communities into thriving ones. Methodologically, archetype analysis is employed to examine 73 case studies reported by the United States Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) as examples of successful development. The case studies span 37 US states and 67 cities. The analysis utilizes the Distressed Communities Index (DCI) as a supporting metric and offers an intermediate level of abstraction between a case-by-case analysis of successful development strategies and a generalized approach that assumes that one strategy fits all. Instead, the analysis identifies four distinct types of successful community development archetypes based on five relevant characteristics that emerged from our analysis: (1) public investments, (2) private investment (3) development plans, (4) stakeholder engagement, and (5) the DCI. The four identified archetypes represent unique Community Development Success pathways with specific development characteristics. Understanding the diversity reflected in these distinct archetypes is crucial for policymakers and stakeholders seeking to address the specific needs and challenges of each development success type. This can inform more targeted policy initiatives for fostering prosperity and vitality in diverse communities across the US and beyond. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Odour pollution presents significant challenges to both environmental quality and public health, impacting the quality of life for affected communities. This issue is particularly complex and subjective, with varying individual responses to odours. In Greece, the city of Thessaloniki faces odour pollution stemming from industrial, urban development and sewage activities, necessitating comprehensive solutions. Drawing upon interdisciplinary studies and collaboration between academia, local authorities, and citizen groups, a citizen science-driven approach is proposed to comprehensively map and mitigate odour-related challenges. The paper outlines a collaborative approach aimed at defining specific steps for co-designing processes to address odour issues locally, with Thessaloniki as a pilot case. The paper aims to provide a holistic understanding of odour pollution issues, facilitate the formulation of sustainable solutions, and ensure inclusiveness across diverse socioeconomic and socio-cultural realities. By engaging stakeholders and utilizing tools such as the OdourCollect App and smell diaries, the methodology successfully engages diverse communities affected by odour pollution, including those traditionally marginalized or isolated. Data analysis from the pilot application validates the existence of odour nuisance in key areas, providing qualitative and quantitative insights into the problem. This paper contributes to understanding odour nuisance and offers insights into effective community-driven interventions to tackle this complex environmental issue, while explores the replication potential of the approach in other regions affected by odour pollution. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

As communities experience social problems that negatively impact residents' health and well-being, there is a growing need for unique, innovative solutions to address them. Researchers are increasingly studying social problems, especially those that require localized solutions. This article introduces Social Entrepreneurial Action Research (SEAR), a research process that uses social enterprises to advance an iterative cycle of research insights leading to business innovations. SEAR is driven by community stakeholders, grounded in research, and focused on ongoing societal transformation. This article describes the SEAR process and its theoretical foundation and demonstrates its application using a case study that provides illustrative examples from a social enterprise as it went through the stages of the process. SEAR is a method that can be used to address social problems with localized solutions that are community-based and long-lasting, and that result in societal transformation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study investigates the inconsistencies in ESG scores assigned by different rating agencies. Focusing on two Indonesian palm oil companies, this paper examines the link between their reported sustainability performance and the resulting ESG scores. This study employs content analysis to assess how the companies disclose information around double materiality, stakeholder engagement, and certifications. Additionally, the methodologies used by two rating agencies are reviewed to identify potential misalignments. The analysis reveals discrepancies in the ratings, suggesting factors like differences in the level of engagement with each company and scoring methodologies might be at play. This highlights the need for standardized sustainability reporting and more transparent rating methodologies within the palm oil industry. While limited to two companies and two agencies, the findings can inform efforts to improve transparency both in sustainability practices and scoring methodologies. This would ultimately lead to more reliable ESG scores, benefiting all related stakeholders. To goal of this study is to promote responsible practices in the palm oil industry by emphasizing the impact of reporting practices. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Equity crowdfunding (ECF) has spread rapidly worldwide, however its use by university spin-offs (USOs) along with scholarly attention to it, is still extremely limited. In this qualitative study, we examine the views of founders of the few USOs that have used ECF in the Italian market and unveil their motivation for bypassing traditional funding models and the related benefits and risks. USOs have mixed motivations in pursuing ECF (testing the market, involving new people, overcoming limited public/private supports or funds, attractiveness to traditional investors, risky forecasts); at the same time there are significant benefits (crowd participation, strategic resources, legitimacy for the valorization/exploitation of research results and knowledge transfer mechanisms) and underlying risks (management of investors and their lack of scientific culture, data use, bureaucracy, uncertainty related to outputs/technologies). This study contributes to the literature on crowdfunding and USOs and has implications for the strategic decisions of founders, universities, policymakers, governments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Sustainable packaging is a pivotal aspect of sustainable development, involving multi‐faceted issues such as stakeholder management and environmental policy compliance. Despite the efforts to find packaging solutions, the extant literature is largely fragmented, featuring a high level of heterogeneity among studies that spread across different disciplines, with the majority examining important packaging issues in isolation. A study that systematically consolidates findings of different important areas of sustainable packaging implementation is lacking. This challenges companies' adoption of research findings in business strategy development. Thus, this paper conducts a systematic literature review combining keyword co‐occurrence analysis, thematic analysis and qualitative content analysis to uncover major research domains, consolidate important findings and reveal unsolved research gaps, which are crucial to advancing sustainable packaging management. The findings reveal four major research domains: (1) sustainable packaging materials and properties, (2) management practices of sustainable packaging, (3) consumer behaviours towards sustainable packaging and (4) packaging waste management. Drawing on the natural‐resource‐based view (NRBV) theory and the review findings, this study proposes four future research directions: (1) identifying ways to enhance the commercialisation of sustainable packaging technological innovations, (2) uncovering reasons for insufficient social aspect investigation in sustainable packaging research, (3) exploring strategies to enhance stakeholder integration in sustainable packaging management and (4) examining contingency factors of packaging waste management effectiveness. The research agenda is important to provide practical and managerial insights for business strategy development in sustainable packaging to achieve pollution prevention, product stewardship and sustainable development capabilities to gain future growth and competitive advantage. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Collaborative data science requires standardized, harmonized, interoperable, and ethically sourced data. Developing an agreed-upon set of elements requires capturing different perspectives on the importance and feasibility of the data elements through a consensus development approach. This study reports on the systematic scoping review of literature that examined the inclusion of diverse stakeholder groups and sources of social drivers of health variables in consensus-based common data element (CDE) sets. This systematic scoping review included sources from PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, WoS MEDLINE, and PsycINFO databases. Extracted data included the stakeholder groups engaged in the Delphi process, sources of CDE sets, and inclusion of social drivers data across 11 individual and 6 social domains. Of the 384 studies matching the search string, 22 were included in the final review. All studies involved experts with healthcare expertise directly relevant to the developed CDE set, and only six (27%) studies engaged health consumers. Literature reviews and expert input were the most frequent sources of CDE sets. Seven studies (32%) did not report the inclusion of any demographic variables in the CDE sets, and each demographic SDoH domain was included in at least one study with age and sex assigned at birth included in all studies, and social driver domains included only in four studies (18%). The Delphi technique engages diverse expert groups around the development of SDoH data elements. Future studies can benefit by involving health consumers as experts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study identifies if sustainable development practices measured through ESG information disclosure are related to stakeholder confidence, leading to a lower cost of debt and equity financing. We also investigate the possible moderating role of real earnings management. We apply a fixed effects panel data analysis to 1659 firm‐year observations of 177 European companies from 2010 to 2019. The results show that investors value ESG disclosure negatively and increase the cost of equity, whereas lenders value it positively and reduce the cost of debt. In addition, when the moderating effect of real earnings management is introduced, the effect of ESG disclosure on the cost of debt decreases, and the effect of ESG disclosure on the cost of equity is reinforced by increasing it. In the presence of real earnings management, investors and lenders seem to think companies use ESG disclosure to legitimise their practices or mislead financing providers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Agenda 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) require collaboration between governments, individuals, and the business community. However, research is still needed to understand how companies should contribute to the SDGs. Notably, researchers acknowledge companies' reporting practices play a crucial role in connecting organizational behavior to sustainability, advocating for more inclusive and transparent reporting to enhance companies' contribution to sustainable development. Despite the extensive literature on sustainability disclosure, limited empirical studies focus on socially inclusive and dialogic reporting as a determinant of SDGs' achievement. Focusing on the second SDG ("Zero hunger"), this study analyses 211 of the most relevant worldwide large public companies in achieving it. The results reveal that companies adopting more inclusive and dialogic reporting practices also make greater contributions to SDG2, thus underlining the significance of inclusive reporting in achieving SDGs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In an evolving world, effectively managing human–natural systems under uncertainty becomes paramount, particularly when targeting the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The complexity in multi-actor decision-making and multi-sectoral settings, coupled with intricate relationships and potential conflicting management approaches, makes understanding the local implications of progressing towards the global SDGs challenging. We used a transdisciplinary approach for knowledge co-production with local stakeholders to assess the impact of local action to boost sustainability in the Goulburn–Murray region, Victoria, Australia, and its alignment with global action towards the SDGs. Together, we co-developed 11 local actions geared towards achieving four locally important environmental and socioeconomic SDGs, with a particular emphasis on addressing potential 'spillovers'—unintended effects that influence SDGs across scales. Through system dynamics modelling, we evaluated the interplay between these local actions and global scenarios, emphasising their synergies, trade-offs, and the resulting impact on SDG indicators. Key findings indicate a predominant synergy between global and local actions across most SDG indicators. However, certain areas like dairy production, riverine algal blooms, and agricultural profit displayed trade-offs. Local actions significantly impacted indicators, such as crop production, dairy output, agricultural land use, and agricultural profitability. Findings highlighted the need for complementary actions in areas, such as water availability management, skilled workforce, and salinity control. This study underscored the importance of harmonising local initiatives with global sustainability objectives and can inspire local governance to champion resilience policies that harmoniously integrate local actions with global sustainability goals, adapting to evolving uncertainty scenarios. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Corporations significantly influence the public and political spheres. In light of this corporate power in society, academics have criticized the lack of legitimization (i.e., the legitimacy gap) and highlighted a potential divergence between corporate resource allocation and the needs and preferences of the public (i.e., the social issues gap). To address these problems, democratizing organizations has been proposed as a potential solution. In line with this, the authors argue that an increase in corporate power outside the economic realm should be counterbalanced by more democratic corporate governance (i.e., an internalization of democracy). While important groundwork exists, academic attention to these topics remains limited. The authors provide an overview of the literature linking corporate power and the claim for democratizing organizations, advocate for legitimization, identify research gaps, and develop a research agenda to inspire and guide future research efforts. The paper's findings suggest the importance of conceptual and empirical research on the micro‐, meso‐, and macro‐levels and the cross‐level effects, which is needed to advance this incipient research area. Future research must (1) clearly define corporate power and discuss how democratizing organizations can contribute to more legitimate organizational decisions, (2) unveil novel approaches for more democratic corporate governance, and (3) understand the organizational‐ and individual‐level factors necessary for the successful realization of democratic organizations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A growing body of research is exploring corporate communication in relation to corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities on social media (SM). Nonetheless, while these studies have shown that SM communication may be an effective tool for reaching and engaging various stakeholders, how the design of corporate CSR communication engenders trustworthiness has yet to be examined. To address this gap, we suggest that SM communication may include important signals related to trust; thus, we investigate whether companies use sources of trustworthiness (reputation, performance, and appearance) while communicating with stakeholders and the response of the latter to such communication. Our empirical analysis is based on a database containing over 66,000 CSR‐related messages from eight companies focusing on communication extracted from Twitter. These data are coded according to three sources of trustworthiness and two dimensions of CSR communication (social and environmental). Our findings indicate that all three attributes of trustworthiness are used by companies in their CSR social media communication. We also document how corporate efforts to use CSR communication that engenders trustworthiness influence stakeholder engagement. Our study therefore contributes to the literature on trust in relation to CSR by illustrating the importance of signaling that includes different sources of trustworthiness or their combination in corporate communication. By analyzing how the various trust attributes included in CSR communication affect SM reactions, we also identify which attributes lead to greater stakeholder engagement overall, particularly for the two analyzed dimensions of CSR communication. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper analyzes stakeholder engagement in educational policymaking in Singapore and Finland, two countries renowned for successful education systems. While both countries achieve high academic standards, they employ distinct approaches to engage stakeholders in shaping educational policies. Singapore adopts a centralized model where policymaking is primarily directed by the Ministry of Education (MOE), with limited participation from external stakeholders. In contrast, Finland adopts a decentralized approach, empowering local authorities and schools with significant autonomy and actively involving stakeholders in policymaking. Key stakeholders, including teachers, parents, students and the private sector, play different roles in each country's education governance. In Singapore, stakeholders are consulted through formal channels but have limited influence on decision-making, whereas, in Finland, stakeholders actively steer fundamental policy directions through extensive participation and consensus-building. The paper highlights the strengths and weaknesses of each approach and their impacts on education outcomes. Despite differences in governance models, both countries prioritize inclusive education, social cohesion, and holistic development. The analysis underscores the importance of meaningful stakeholder engagement in crafting effective education policies that align with national values and visions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Practices of stakeholder engagement vary widely across voluntary sustainability standard setters. This study examines how the sponsorship structure of standard setters affects the diversity of stakeholders included in consultations and the influence of stakeholder input on standards. I compare six sustainability standard setters through an original dataset of 7945 stakeholder comments submitted during public comment periods between 2012 and 2019 to answer two research questions. First, are some standard setters better at balancing stakeholder representation than others? And second, does stakeholder influence vary across standard setters? I find that industry‐sponsored standards tend to attract more industry input than multistakeholder initiatives, but both tend to over‐represent legacy stakeholders. I also find that sponsorship is a poor predictor of which comments will be influential. Comments that seek to weaken or clarify the rules in voluntary sustainability standards are more likely to exert influence irrespective of the sponsorship of the standard setter. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

What explains the levels and diversity of stakeholder participation in public commenting on bureaucratic policymaking? We examine a novel dataset on a stakeholder engagement mechanism recently introduced by the European Commission containing information about 1258 events organized between 2016 and 2019. We highlight the importance of administrative acts' characteristics and acknowledge the role of policy area type. Acts corresponding to early policy stages, broader in scope, less technical, and more explicit about feedback loop rules, that is, roadmaps, inception impact assessments and delegated acts, generate significantly more comments, from more diverse stakeholders, relative to legislative proposals, and draft implementing acts. Regulatory and distributive policies generate significantly more comments than interior and foreign policies. Diversity is significantly higher in distributive policies but only relative to foreign policies. We contribute by showing the power of administrative acts in influencing stakeholder participation and diversity across decision stages and policy areas and shaping bias in interest representation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

IntroductionIn an attempt to address health inequities, many U.S. states have considered or enacted legislation requiring antibias or implicit bias training (IBT) for health care providers. California's "Dignity in Pregnancy and Childbirth Act" requires that hospitals and alternative birthing centers provide IBT to perinatal clinicians with the goal of improving clinical outcomes for Black women and birthing people. However, there is as yet insufficient evidence to identify what IBT approaches, if any, achieve this goal. Engaging the experiences and insights of IBT stakeholders is a foundational step in informing nascent IBT policy, curricula, and implementation.MethodsWe conducted a multimethod community-based participatory research study with key stakeholders of California's IBT policy to identify key challenges and recommendations for effective clinician IBT. We used focus groups, in-depth interviews, combined inductive/deductive thematic analysis, and multiple techniques to promote rigor and validity. Participants were San Francisco Bay Area-based individuals who identified as Black or African American women with a recent hospital birth (n=20), and hospital-based perinatal clinicians (n=20).ResultsWe identified numerous actionable challenges and recommendations regarding aspects of (1) state law; (2) IBT content and format; (3) health care facility IBT implementation; (4) health care facility environment; and (5) provider commitment and behaviors. Patient and clinician insights overlapped substantially. Many respondents felt IBT would improve outcomes only in combination with other antiracism interventions.Health equity implicationsThese stakeholder insights offer policy-makers, health system leaders, and curriculum developers crucial guidance for the future development and implementation of clinician antibias interventions.

Marine protected areas (MPAs) represent an example of nature-based solutions for the conservation and sustainable management of marine biodiversity. Despite the number of MPAs growing worldwide, many of them fail to achieve their goals, sometimes up to the point of becoming the so-called “paper parks”: protected areas without real protection or enforcement that are virtually non-existent in terms of their effectiveness in achieving the ecological and socioeconomic goals for which they have been set up. Following the Kunming–Montreal Biodiversity Agreement (COP 15), the EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030, and the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction treaty, global MPA coverage should increase substantially in the coming years. Hence, identifying the factors that contribute to raising the effectiveness of MPAs is pivotal to informing their planning and management. Our study introduces a model based on the Bayesian network that allows testing how different socioeconomic factors (e.g., stakeholder involvement, increased communication and enforcement) can impact the effectiveness of MPAs. The system is a user-friendly decision-support tool to quantify the contribution of each factor in the creation of a successful MPA, thus narrowing the gap between science and decision-making. We modelled the evolution of the effectiveness of MPAs under three contrasting policy-relevant scenarios based on the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change frameworks. Our results indicate that the highest and lowest the effectiveness of MPAs is achieved under the “global sustainability” and “national enterprise” scenarios, respectively. Our work sheds light on the complexity of the interactions among the different factors underpinning the effectiveness of MPAs and supports the growth process of MPAs at the global level on the pathway towards the sustainable exploitation of marine living resources.

A central aim of climate services is the design and delivery of information that is tailored and targeted to different decision-making contexts. To assess whether climate services are meeting this aim, it is necessary to take stock of the progress that has been made while also identifying where the gaps and additional needs remain. This paper provides a summary of currently available climate services in South Africa, and details the needs for new climate services, informed by the 10 priority sectors identified as part of the National Framework for Climate Services South Africa (NFCS-SA). South African stakeholders’ needs were assessed via 1,032 responses to surveys and 27 interviews conducted between March 2020 and June 2023. The existing climate services landscape in South Africa is complex. Although a range of climate services have been produced, there remain gaps, as well as the need to improve the way in which climate information is communicated, especially for disadvantaged groups such as low-income farmers. The engagement of beneficiaries in the development of public climate services in South Africa has often been superficial and true co-production has yet to take place. However, meaningful co-production of climate services comes at a cost and it remains to be seen how this challenge can be addressed given that many South African stakeholders perceive weather information as a public good and their willingness to pay for climate services is low.

Introduction Coaching interventions in graduate medical education have proven successful in increasing technical and communication skills, reducing errors, and improving patient care. Effective stakeholder engagement enhances the relevance, value, and long-term sustainability of interventions, yet specific strategies for stakeholder engagement remain uncertain. The purpose of this article is to identify strategies to foster engagement of diverse stakeholder groups in coaching interventions.Material and Methods We conducted 35 semi-structured interviews between November 2021 and April 2022 with purposively sampled key stakeholders that captured participants’ perspectives on physicians’ communication training needs, roles, and involvement in, as well as contextual factors, facilitators, barriers, and improvement strategies of the multi-departmental Communication Coaching Program at our institution. We utilized the Consolidated Framework of Implementation Research to guide data collection and analysis. An analytic approach relied on team-based thematic analysis with high inter-coder agreement between three raters (Cohen’s kappa coefficient 0.83). Several validation techniques were used to enhance the credibility and trustworthiness of the study.Results Analysis of transcribed interviews with stakeholders directly involved in the Communication Coaching Program, including 10 residents, 10 faculty coaches, 9 medical education leaders, and 8 programmatic sponsors, revealed five key engagement strategies: (1) embrace collaborative design, (2) enable flexible adjustments and modifications, (3) secure funding, (4) identify champions, and (5) demonstrate outcomes. Additionally, a patient-centered approach to delivering the best possible patient care emerged as a primary objective that linked all stakeholder groups.Discussion Evaluating the experiences of key stakeholders in the Communication Coaching Program helped identify targetable strategies to facilitate participant engagement across all organizational levels. The analysis also revealed universal alignment around the importance of providing high-quality patient care. Insights from this work provide guidance for clinical training programs moving toward the implementation of coaching interventions.

This study explored the relationships between sustainability reporting dimensions, media types, and stakeholder engagement in 223 upscale hotels in Malaysia. The research discovered low levels of sustainability reporting disclosure and stakeholder engagement on social media pages (Facebook) among upscale Malaysian hotels. The upscale Malaysian hotels focused more on social dimension of sustainability reporting than economic and environmental sustainability reporting. Hotels that communicated sustainability-related information on their social media pages using visual media such as photos or videos had higher stakeholder engagement. This study emphasises the important role of sustainability reporting dimensions and media types in promoting stakeholder engagement, which aligns with stakeholder theory and dialogic theory. The findings suggest that hoteliers should integrate social media management practices into their strategies to improve stakeholder engagement levels on social media, thereby ensuring business sustainability. The findings provide valuable insights to hoteliers regarding the significance of sustainability reporting dimensions and media types in improving stakeholder engagement on social media.

Addressing the pressing need for urban sustainability, we propose an innovative framework for quantifying and rewarding pro-environmental behaviors among urban residents. The methodology integrates three key dimensions: individual engagement, community values, and environmental impact. Individual effort is measured using the metabolic equivalent of task rates, which capture the energy expenditure for pro-environmental actions. Community values are prioritized by allocating weights based on their local importance, established by stakeholder engagement. A comprehensive literature review is used to evaluate the specific ecological benefits of each activity, ensuring that their contributions to sustainability are measured. Focusing on Gdańsk, Poland, as a case study, a diverse set of pro-environmental actions with local importance was carefully selected and evaluated. Stakeholder input enabled objective ranking and weighting, ensuring that actions were significant and impactful. This systematic approach determines rewards, aligning them with individual effort, community goals, and environmental benefits, demonstrating the framework’s adaptability to various urban settings. The findings suggest that the framework may be effectively used in future endeavors to encourage meaningful, long-term pro-environmental behaviors. It provides a scalable solution to urban sustainability issues through tailored incentive strategies. Finally, by balancing individual efforts and environmental benefits, this study establishes a blueprint for policies that foster a globally active and environmentally mindful community.

This study investigated the influence of public relations (PR) strategies on stakeholder engagement and community participation in sustainable tourism policies in Tolitoli Regency, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia. This research addresses a significant gap in the literature regarding the application of PR strategies to sustainable tourism development, particularly in emerging tourism regions like Tolitoli. These areas, on the cusp of tourism development, face challenges in effectively engaging stakeholders and the community. Employing a qualitative case study approach, we examine how PR strategies affect the implementation of sustainable development policies in the local tourism sector. Through interviews with policymakers and stakeholders, focus groups with community members, and a review of PR materials, we selected 27 participants using purposive sampling, based on their relevance to the subject. Effective PR communication is pivotal for policy acceptance, aligning businesses with sustainability, and informing stakeholders and tourists of sustainable tourism. Community participation is transformative, stressing local involvement in culturally sensitive policies. Challenges include countering digital misinformation and balancing development with conservation efforts. Strategic PR is crucial for shaping positive destination images and educating people about the local culture and sustainability. This research provides guidelines for Tolitoli and similar regions, advocating PR training for sustainable tourism and crisis management with transparent communication. Acknowledging the potential variability in stakeholder perceptions and its focus on Tolitoli, this research’s generalizability is limited. Future research should explore PR strategies in diverse settings to understand their long-term impacts and adapt to evolving stakeholder expectations for sustainable tourism.

ABSTRACTEnsuring societal influence in research and innovation through stakeholder engagement is vital in the Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) framework. By studying a drug discovery project, we examine how stakeholders can influence drug discovery and development meaningfully. Through semi-structured interviews, we explore: How do patients as potential users of a new drug, the scientists who discover it, and the industry that might develop it, think about responsibility and stakeholder engagement in drug discovery? Most of the responses voiced by our informants about responsibility and stakeholder engagement relate to the broader institutional and political context of health-related innovation, rather than the specific research project. We argue, that in order to make stakeholder engagement work within some forms of drug discovery research, it should be used as a forum for mobilizing political and organizational debate, taking critical dialogues beyond project-specific engagement in innovation.

Traditional cattle farming in the region faces numerous challenges, including limited market access, inadequate nutrition, and poor herd management, which hinder productivity and the livelihoods of farmers. This research explores whether structured feedlot programs can address these issues by enhancing agricultural productivity and improving farmer livelihoods. The study utilized quantitative data from 250 respondents and regression models to compare changes before and after participation in the feedlot programs. The findings reveal significant improvements in herd dynamics, with average herd size increasing by 40% and calving rates rising from 60 to 80%. Mortality and morbidity rates decreased by 50 and 47%, respectively. Regression analysis showed a positive impact on herd size (β = 20.00, p

IntroductionThe purpose of this article is to report on the lessons learned from parents and caregivers of school-age children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Missouri and Maryland regarding the facilitators and barriers to SARS-COV-2 testing.MethodsParents participated in interview sessions that employed fuzzy cognitive mapping (FCM), a reliable knowledge-based method that facilitates democratic discourse to understand how stakeholders make decisions. A total of 94 parents from Missouri (58) and Maryland (36) participated in the FCM sessions.ResultsEight primary barriers and eight primary facilitating factors were identified that influence a successful SARS-COV-2 test. Analyzing the connections between these factors provided valuable information about not only which ideas were most central to the goal of a successful test, but also which factors could be modified to improve the likelihood of success. Results indicate that the physical environment and child preparedness play a central role in successful SARS-COV-2 testing for children with IDD; however, these factors within the context of other invasive procedures should be studied further.DiscussionIt is likely that the findings from this study are transferable to other diagnostic procedures such as influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureas (MRSA), which require similar testing techniques using a nasopharyngeal swab.

Energy efficiency in buildings is an essential aspect of sustainable development and efforts to mitigate climate change. Integrated energy management has the capacity to greatly improve energy efficiency at several levels, but it requires the sharing and analysis of energy performance data from various stakeholders. This study explores the various components of improving energy efficiency in buildings by combining and analysing the important factors highlighted in previous studies. It gives a comprehensive examination of the development of stakeholder theory and presents a concise overview of the existing literature on stakeholder engagement in the field of energy efficiency. The research emphasises the importance of stakeholders considering a number of criteria to ensure the successful implementation and sustainable profitability of energy-efficient solutions, given the complex nature of energy management and the participation of multiple potential stakeholders. This study provides realistic recommendations to stakeholders for the effective selection of these factors, grounded in a comprehensive review of the existing literature. Moreover, the study emphasises the diverse challenges and limitations linked to stakeholder involvement in the energy efficiency industry, pinpointing crucial topics for future investigation and enhancement.