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Effects of Economic Growth and Energy Consumptions on Environmental Degradation within the Framework of LCC Hypothesis in BRICS Countries

Effects of Economic Growth and Energy Consumptions on Environmental Degradation within the Framework of LCC Hypothesis in BRICS Countries

Author(s): Mehmet UÇAR,Mücahit ÜLGER,Mert Anıl Atamer / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2025

Keywords: LCC hypothesis; nuclear energy consumption; renewable energy consumption; hydropower energy consumption; economic growth;

The purpose of this study is to analyze the effects of economic growth, nuclear energy consumption, renewable energy consumption, and hydropower energy consumption on environmental degradation within the framework of the LCC Hypothesis in BRICS countries during the period of 1993-2022. This study aims to make a significant contribution to the literature by simultaneously discussing the effects of hydropower, nuclear, and renewable energy consumption on the load capacity factor in addition to the LCC Hypothesis for the BRICS countries for the first time. Due to the autocorrelation and heteroscedasticity problem, the FGLS (Feasible Generalized Least Square) method was used in the estimated model. According to empirical findings, the LCC hypothesis is not valid in the sample group countries. It was determined that hydropower energy consumption increases the load capacity factor, whereas nuclear energy consumption decreases the load capacity factor. No relationship was found between renewable energy consumption and the load capacity factor. These findings provide important information about the effects of energy consumption strategies of BRICS countries on environmental sustainability.

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Investigating the determinants of public debt sustainability for European Union countries

Investigating the determinants of public debt sustainability for European Union countries

Author(s): Asmaa El-Naser,Gheorghiţă Dincă,Marius Sorin Dincă / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2025

Keywords: public debt sustainability; COVID-19 pandemic; Generalized Method of Moments; fiscal policy; European Union;

This study investigates the determinants of public debt sustainability in the European Union (EU) countries, focusing on the combined effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Ukraine conflict. Utilizing the Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) for the 2000-2022 period to address the endogeneity and heterogeneity aspects, the research incorporates various factors, such as military and healthcare expenditures, private debt, and political stability to provide a comprehensive analysis of public debt dynamics. The findings revealed that lagged debt has a significant positive impact on current public debt, indicating its persistence over time. Economic downturns, military spending, and private debt are identified as key drivers of rising public debt, especially during periods of geopolitical tension and economic instability. Additionally, the study highlighted the roles of GDP per capita, inflation, and government expenditure in influencing fiscal stability. The research underscores the importance of adopting long-term fiscal discipline and counter-cyclical measures to manage public debt, particularly during crises. The study offers a comprehensive and original perspective upon the dynamics of EU countries’ public debt and suggests that fiscal policies encouraging investments and supporting political stability contribute to the sustainable management of public debt.

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Assessing the Quality and Transparency of Financial Audit Reporting in the Context of Gender Differences – Evidence from Companies Listed on the Regulated Market

Assessing the Quality and Transparency of Financial Audit Reporting in the Context of Gender Differences – Evidence from Companies Listed on the Regulated Market

Author(s): Maria Grosu,Bogdan Narcis Firtescu,Raluca Andreev,Camelia Cătălina Mihalciuc / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2025

Keywords: audit quality; audit report; gender differences; key audit matters (KAM); audit opinion;

Analyzing the impact of gender differences in financial auditing has become an important research issue with the aim of promoting equity and fairness within profession, on the one hand, and to determine the impact that gender disparities may have on quality, diversity and innovation in financial auditing, on the other hand. Quality and transparency are important elements that characterize audit reporting as they contribute to providing reliable and relevant information to stakeholders. Including the impact of gender differences in this equation helps to highlight how quality is perceived, as well as to identify associated risks, evaluate the audit process and communicate audit results. The aim of this study is to investigate how the gender of the signatory of the audit report influences the level of quality and transparency of the issued report, the sample including the firms listed on the Regulated Market of the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BSE) that are subject to the audit of annual financial statements for period 2016-2022. Regression and multiple correspondence factor analysis models are applied on 469 observations. The results of this study show that the quality and transparency of reporting in financial auditing are influenced by gender differences, with mixed teams of auditors leading to higher quality of reporting. Obtaining these results underscores the importance of investigating and raising awareness of the impact of gender disparities in financial auditing and the need to address this issue with utmost care and objectivity in efforts to promote a fairer and more efficient audit profession.

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Energy consumption, economic growth and CO2 Emissions: Empirical evidence for EU countries

Energy consumption, economic growth and CO2 Emissions: Empirical evidence for EU countries

Author(s): Persefoni Polychronidou,Anna Triantafyllidou / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2025

Keywords: Renewable Energy Consumption; CO2 Emissions; Panel Vector Autoregressive (VAR) model; Mitigation;

This paper explores the relationship between economic growth, energy consumption (from fossil fuels and renewable sources), and CO2 emissions in the EU, highlighting the causal relationships between these variables. Through a Panel Vector Autoregressive (VAR) model and statistical test, it is found that fossil fuel consumption has a strong positive effect on CO2 emissions, while renewable energy has a milder negative effect. Granger causality tests confirm the significant causal relationship between fossil fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, highlight the positive impact of renewables on economic growth, showcase the link between economic growth and both emissions growth and renewable energy consumption. The findings emphasize the urgent need for a more aggressive shift towards renewable energy and enhanced energy efficiency to meet the EU's climate neutrality objectives. This study contributes critical insights for policymakers, emphasizing the importance of balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability by accelerating the transition to cleaner energy sources.

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FDI and Trade Connectivity in EU: New Evidence from a Non-linear Panel Smooth Transition VECM

FDI and Trade Connectivity in EU: New Evidence from a Non-linear Panel Smooth Transition VECM

Author(s): Pavlos Stamatiou,Nikolaos Dritsakis / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2025

Keywords: FDI; trade openness; panel data; structural break VECM;

This study examines the relationship between real gross domestic product (GDP) per capita, trade openness and foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows, for the group of the European Union (EU) countries over the period 1995-2020. Using recently developed panel unit root and cointegration techniques, the empirical results confirm the existence of a long-run relationship among the variables. A structural break in the cointegrating relationship appears in 2009. Taking into account the 2009 regime shift, we estimate a panel smooth transition vector error correction model (PST-VECM) to examine whether real GDP per capita, trade openness, and FDI have non-linear short-term and long-term causal relationships. Our findings demonstrate how crucial it is to consider potential non-linearities when assessing fdi-trade-growth causality nexus and designing macroeconomic policies. Overall, the study's findings suggest that trade is a more effective growth stimulant, than FDI. Policy implications are then explored in the conclusions.

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Environmental convergence in the context of integration between Ukraine and the EU: empirical evidence and policy implications

Environmental convergence in the context of integration between Ukraine and the EU: empirical evidence and policy implications

Author(s): Andrii Verstiak,Ruslan Biloskurskyi,Oksana Verstiak,Igor Vinnychuk / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2025

Keywords: environmental convergence; green growth; Ukraine-EU integration; catch-up;

The European Green Deal will play a key role in the development of the environmental policies of the EU and its neighbouring countries (i.e. Ukraine). Accordingly, the implementation of environmental policies will contribute to the development of national economies on a convergent basis of Ukraine and the EU. The aim of this study is to analyse environmental convergence between the EU and Ukraine, taking into account the complex specificities of combining economic growth and reducing environmental impacts. In addition to the classical models of beta, sigma, gamma and delta convergence, we use methods to study environmental convergence that are based on increasing the level of economic development of less developed countries rather than reducing the unevenness of their development and include club convergence and distributional dynamics approaches. Such methodologies emphasise the importance of efforts and policies aimed at bringing countries closer together and creating favourable conditions for them to achieve higher levels of development. The result of the empirical analysis of the environmental convergence of economies using different methodologies shows that the Ecological Footprint is characterised by different results. In this context, a narrowing of the Ecological Footprint gap between countries is shown, indicating common development trends and that countries with lower levels of development are on a faster growth path to catch up with countries with higher levels of development. Another finding is that Russia’s armed invasion has affected Ukraine’s convergence with the EU and will continue to have a negative impact on the country’s economic development and influence on convergence processes.

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A Catering Perspective of the Banking Sector Markets: Evidence from a Cross-Country Analysis

A Catering Perspective of the Banking Sector Markets: Evidence from a Cross-Country Analysis

Author(s): Maryam Nafisi-Moghadam,Azza Béjaoui,Ahmed Jeribi,Imran Youssaf / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2025

Keywords: Comovement; multivariate wavelet analysis; the SVB collapse;

In this paper, we attempt to analyze and better apprehend the nature, structure and dynamics of connections between bank stock indices of different countries in G7 and BRIC regions during the outbreak of tremendous events. For this end, we apply the bi- and multi-variate wavelet method on banking sector indices during the period 1/1/2016 to 4/28/2023. The empirical findings show that the banking sector indices’ comovement between the US and other markets tends to change in both short- and long-term and depend on region/country. Such connections are highly affected by the outbreak of tremendous events (crisis/pandemic). In particular, the impact of the SVB collapse on such connections seems to be dissimilar among countries and regions. The findings could have insightful information for investors and portfolio managers and call for stronger emphasis on the suitable banking regulatory environment.

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Impact of Macroeconomic Factors on S&P Europe 350 ESG Index During the Russo-Ukrainian War

Impact of Macroeconomic Factors on S&P Europe 350 ESG Index During the Russo-Ukrainian War

Author(s): Muhammad Muddasi,M. Camino Ramon-Llorens / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2025

Keywords: Russo-Ukrainian War; S&P Europe 350 ESG Index; Inflation; Exchange rate; Oil & Gas; EURIBOR; Wavelet Coherence transformation (WCT) method;

The Russo-Ukrainian War, which began on February 24, 2022, has introduced significant economic and geopolitical instability. This study aims to investigate the specific impact of key macroeconomic variables - interest rates, exchange rates, inflation, oil, and gas prices—on the S&P Europe 350 ESG Index (SPEESEP) during this conflict. By analyzing daily data spanning 20 months from April 20, 2021, to November 30, 2022, encompassing both pre-war and post-war periods, we employ the Wavelet Coherence Transformation (WCT) method to examine these relationships. Our findings reveal that exchange rates, oil, and gas prices significantly impact the ESG index, while interest rates and inflation exhibit a moderate influence. These results underscore the importance of understanding macroeconomic fluctuations during geopolitical crises for informed investment decisions. The broader significance of this study lies in its potential to guide investors in navigating the complexities introduced by geopolitical conflicts, thereby aiding in better financial decision-making and risk management. By developing appropriate regulations for the ESG industry, this research can contribute to minimizing risks and maximizing profits in volatile environments. As geopolitical risks are a persistent factor in investing, this study emphasizes the necessity for investors to meticulously evaluate these risks when devising investment strategies.

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USING MULTIVARIATE ANALYSIS FOR BETTER EXPLAIN AND PREDICT INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE

USING MULTIVARIATE ANALYSIS FOR BETTER EXPLAIN AND PREDICT INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE

Author(s): Nadji Rahmania,Cristina Teodorescu / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2024

Keywords: Domestic violence; Predicting domestic violence; Risk factors; Multivariate analysis; Structural equations modeling;

This study is intended to be educational and is of particular interest to young researchers. It first aims to present and analyze the most relevant risk factors of intimate partner violence (IPV), then to highlight the most used models in the fight against IPV, and, finally, to discuss them. By incorporating partner-related risk factors into standard screening procedures, we can potentially detect a higher number of women experiencing abuse, as well as those at greater risk of experiencing abuse or physical harm in the future.

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RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN VIOLENCE AND CHRONIC ILLNESS AMONG WOMEN

RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN VIOLENCE AND CHRONIC ILLNESS AMONG WOMEN

Author(s): Ancuţa Elena Păduraru,Camelia Soponaru / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2024

Keywords: chronic illness; violence; gender-based violence; help-seeking; women's health;

Violence against women is a problem with significant personal, social, and economic implications that occurs in all countries, regardless of economic level, culture, or religion. Violence against women is often divided into three categories: physical, sexual, and psychological, whether self-directed, interpersonal, or collective. The consequences for victims are both physical and psychological. Although not widely recognized and easily visualized by others, chronic illness can also be a consequence of violence, with a long-term impact on the victim's life, acting as a reminder of what happened even long after the abuse has stopped. This paper is a narrative review that aims to highlight the link between violence against women and chronic somatic illness. In studies addressing and highlighting this relationship, the research methods used have raised important questions about the representativeness of the results obtained, and the extent to which they can be compared, particularly in research addressing intimate partner violence. We highlight gaps in knowledge and propose recommendations for future studies and psychotherapeutic intervention programs for victims of violence.

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EMOTIONAL NEGLECT IN CHILDHOOD – PSYCHOLOGICAL MECHANISMS OF ADAPTATION AND CONSEQUENCES

EMOTIONAL NEGLECT IN CHILDHOOD – PSYCHOLOGICAL MECHANISMS OF ADAPTATION AND CONSEQUENCES

Author(s): Lucia Stan / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2024

Keywords: attachment; maltreatment; psychological trauma; parental unavailability;

It is well known that violence can have its roots in parent-child relationships; the child learns a role and replicates it in adulthood in their relationships. The subject addressed in the article concerns a more unnoticed form of violence, namely emotional neglect. Even in the absence of association with other forms of abuse, emotional neglect causes a lot of emotional pain, and its consequences are considerable. The article explores the universe and intense experiences of young children, as well as their ways of adapting to parental unavailability. It subsequently examines how these mechanisms persist into adulthood and determines the individual's positioning in one of the roles in the dramatic triangle. The article theoretically explains emotional neglect from the perspective of attachment theories and psychological trauma, seeking to offer a more nuanced perspective of the causes of violence in the family, especially those related to an individual's personal history and the transgenerational transmission of violence.

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CONSEQUENCES OF EXPOSURE TO FAMILY VIOLENCE ON THE ACADEMIC SUCCESS OF CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, AND YOUNG PEOPLE

CONSEQUENCES OF EXPOSURE TO FAMILY VIOLENCE ON THE ACADEMIC SUCCESS OF CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, AND YOUNG PEOPLE

Author(s): Marilena Geanina Bârsan / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2024

Keywords: exposure; domestic violence; school performance; family climate;

This article examines the consequences of domestic violence on the lives and education of children, adolescents, and young people, highlighting how they can benefit from support within the educational system (Lloyd, 2018). By applying a systematic research and review approach, we synthetically analyzed studies that precisely evaluated the quantitative and qualitative impact of exposure to family violence on the academic achievements of these age groups. The results underscore the need for implementing educational solutions and support to help them overcome trauma and develop harmoniously. Synthesizing recent studies, we explored how exposure to family violence affects the adaptation and academic achievements of the respondents. The nine examined studies focused on the population of children, adolescents, and young people to assess the relationship between exposure to family violence and academic performance (Supol, 2021). In these research studies, exposure to family violence was treated as an independent variable, while academic success was considered a dependent variable. The conclusions highlight the significant link between family violence and a decline in academic results, emphasizing negative consequences on concentration and learning (da Silva Alves, 2021). Additionally, how a family climate marked by violence influences involvement in school activities, impacting their emotional well-being, is addressed. Through a comprehensive analysis of this topic, the review provides a more detailed understanding of the mechanisms through which family violence can influence the academic trajectory of young people and suggests possible directions for interventions and support.

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. THE TRUE LIFE OF WOMEN IN THE „PERFECT HOME”

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. THE TRUE LIFE OF WOMEN IN THE „PERFECT HOME”

Author(s): Mihaela-Andreea Stamate / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2024

Keywords: domestic violence; victim; factors; effects;

Domestic violence is one of the most frequent violations of human rights, occurring worldwide and manifesting in various forms. It has been found that domestic violence should not be ignored or considered normal. Thus, various actions have been initiated to inform society about the consequences of this issue at individual, community, and national levels. Although in Romanian society, the awareness of domestic violence came much later, in the last three decades, previously being a „taboo” subject, today, violence against women is viewed with a different attitude. Through this paper, I aimed to identify the effects of domestic violence on victims, and for data collection, the interview guide has been used. The study is based on the analysis of 5 interviews conducted with women victims of domestic violence, who were beneficiaries at the time at the Social Services Center for Adults in Difficulty in Iasi. The discussion areas have been focused on the following aspects: the history of violence in the couple relationship, the couple relationship, the factors leading to acts of violence, the reason why the woman remains in the abusive relationship, and support services for victims. The main aspects identified from the study refer to the partner’s alcohol consumption, which is a primary factor in triggering acts of violence, jealousy, lack of financial resources (a reason that keeps the victim trapped in the relationship), and the partner’s promises.

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THE WOMAN VICTIM OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

THE WOMAN VICTIM OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Author(s): Oana-Lavinia Bercsenyi,Lavinia-Elisabeta Popp,Gabriela-Felicia Georgevici / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2024

Keywords: traditional mentality; aggressor; legislative measures; frustrations; helplessness; support; protection;

Violence against women is a large-scale phenomenon in contemporary society, the number of women abused in a couple's relationship is constantly increasing. Even though in recent years there have been significant changes regarding the distribution of roles in the family, and the differences between men and women have narrowed considerably, there are still men with traditional mindsets who place women in a spot of inferiority, women's capabilities and aspirations being treated with superficiality or even with indifference. The investigative approach consisted of qualitative research, with an interview guide, applied to 20 women involved in abusive relationships. The qualitative research was conducted in the „Children of Jesus” Day Center in Reșiţa Municipality. The purpose of the study is to determine the main reasons causing victims of domestic violence not to end the abusive relationship. The results of the research demonstrate the difficulties faced by victims of domestic violence and the need to adopt legislative measures to protect victims and apply strict sanctions to domestic abusers.

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PSYCHOGENEALOGICAL IMPLICATIONS OF THE PHENOMENON OF VIOLENCE IN THE FIELD OF SOCIAL WORK

PSYCHOGENEALOGICAL IMPLICATIONS OF THE PHENOMENON OF VIOLENCE IN THE FIELD OF SOCIAL WORK

Author(s): Nina Mihaela Mihalache / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2024

Keywords: psychogenealogy in social assistance; recurrence of social problems; genosociogram; intergenerational; transgenerational; family novel;

Psychogenealogy, the science of the unconscious transmission from one generation to another of the unsaid (Schutzenberger, 2016, p. 17), began to gain greater visibility in the field of social assistance, as a result of the need for a deeper knowledge of the problems individual social, of their origin and manifestation to facilitate the intervention process. Although social work is on the border with other socio-human sciences, the intervention may require the reinterpretation of this border in order to understand the mental processes and the behaviors associated with them both for professionals and for the beneficiaries of social work. It is not proposed to violate the boundary of the field of psychology, but only a reconfiguration of working techniques in social assistance. The genosociogram, used by many social workers in interventions, can be enriched for the assistance field with elements regarding the contextualization of the origin of the social problems of the beneficiaries at an intergenerational and transgenerational level. This approach would support a comprehensive understanding of the risk factors regarding antisocial behaviors and their origin for a quality intervention but also a more complex collaboration in the interdisciplinary team. The invitation for the opening and deepening of these theories in social work could contribute on the one hand to the personal and professional development of social workers, and on the other hand, it would bring significant contributions in the intervention processes of the social work field. This approach is configured in the new trends of modern social assistance, focused on learning and social pedagogy, which requires the practice of professional skills of critical thinking and creativity.

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THE ROLE OF PSYCHOEDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL SOCIAL WORK SERVICES WITHIN THE ROMANIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH IN THE PREVENTION OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

THE ROLE OF PSYCHOEDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL SOCIAL WORK SERVICES WITHIN THE ROMANIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH IN THE PREVENTION OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Author(s): Petronela Polixenia Nistor / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2024

Keywords: domestic violence; psychoeducation; social work; professional social services;

This paper theoretically approaches the role of psychoeducation and professional social work services within the Romanian Orthodox Church in the prevention of domestic violence, as a contemporary social phenomenon. Domestic violence is not a new social problem, as social history demonstrates, but due to its recent worrying frequency, it can be considered a phenomenon that can be thought of as a form of contemporary social pathology, on the one hand, or a social anomaly, as the recrudescence of violent acts currently increases significantly compared to the previous periods in history. The intervention of the Church within the family or society in the prevention of family violence is oriented towards the three dimensions of psychoeducation: the spiritual-pedagogical dimension, the psychological dimension, and the behavioural dimension, which aim to change the perspective on the purpose and existence in life, the reduction of aggressive behaviours and promotion of respectful and nonviolent conduct in interpersonal relationships. The objective of this paper is to analyze the connection between psychoeducation and social work from a socio-spiritual perspective, by taking into account the specificity of this activity within the professionalised social work services provided by the Romanian Orthodox Church, to see if there are systemic differences in the approach to cases of family violence in religiously infused assistential services compared to secular services.

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COUNSELING WOMEN IN RISK SITUATIONS

COUNSELING WOMEN IN RISK SITUATIONS

Author(s): Alexandra-Elisa Mereuţă / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2024

Keywords: victim; coping; difficulty; warning signs; violence; support;

In today's society, seeking psychological counseling or therapy remains a stigmatized topic. Often, individuals face negative perceptions from others who do not recognize the benefits of counseling, making it even more challenging to seek help. Furthermore, the main purpose of counseling is to support clients in understanding and clarifying their perspectives on life and their environment. Thus, it facilitates better information regarding possible solutions for emotional and interpersonal problems. Through this bachelor’s thesis, I aimed to identify the reasons behind women’s acceptance of certain risky situations, including domestic violence, highlight the main warning signs of these risky situations, and discover the coping strategies women generally use, especially those with violent partners. To achieve my objectives, I interviewed five victims who are beneficiaries of the Social Services Center for Adults in Difficulty: Emergency Reception Center for Victims of Domestic Violence, Iași.

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EMPOWERING THE WOMEN IN THE CONTEXT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT. A PUBLIC POLICY PROPOSAL FOR IAȘI COUNTY

EMPOWERING THE WOMEN IN THE CONTEXT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT. A PUBLIC POLICY PROPOSAL FOR IAȘI COUNTY

Author(s): Ciprian Iftimoaei / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2024

Keywords: public policy; politics; sustainable development; violence; teenage mother; poverty; migration;

This public policy proposal highlights the challenges faced by women in Iași County, including violence, teenage motherhood, issues related to women working abroad, poverty among women, and their underrepresentation in local politics. It outlines a general action framework involving various stakeholders, such as public institutions, non-governmental organizations, and professional groups. The proposal sets goals and objectives aligned with the principles, norms, and values of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.The public policy proposal is organized into five sections. The first section introduces gender issues in line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the European Strategy on Gender Equality 2020-2025, Romania’s Sustainable Development Strategy, and the National Strategy for promoting equal opportunities and treatment for women and men and for preventing and combating domestic violence for 2018-2021. The second section provides an analysis of the most severe issues facing women in Iași County, including various forms of violence, teenage motherhood, women working abroad and leaving children behind, how poverty affects women, and their underrepresentation in political decision-making roles. Section three outlines the proposal’s goals, general and specific objectives, and identifies the direct and indirect beneficiaries. Section four discusses potential solutions to the identified problems, using SWOT analysis for each proposed option, and presents the rationale for selecting the implementation option, including an assessment of its economic, social, and environmental impact. Section five suggests a consultation framework for adopting the public policy proposal, and summarizes the post-adoption measures.

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THE DYNAMICS OF TEACHER AND STUDENT ROLES AS AN ONGOING RELATIONSHIP

THE DYNAMICS OF TEACHER AND STUDENT ROLES AS AN ONGOING RELATIONSHIP

Author(s): Mara-Sînziana Pascu / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2024

Keywords: role; teacher's role; pupil's role; relationship; identity; having a role;

The term „role” is used to designate realities of psychosocial relationships. Consequently, the definition of the concept will always be interdisciplinary, from a psychological, sociological, praxeological, axiological, and, in the context of our work, a pedagogical one, whereby the interdependencies involved in the educational process are analyzed, in which the teacher is the coordinator and the one responsible for the effects. The various taxonomies include „roles: specialised (according to status), those that are the expression of aspirations (in essence) and assumed, organised, possible to modify, because they are created or imposed, but also have a certain degree of freedom. To these can be added permanent or current roles (in terms of temporality), individual or collective (by origin), psychosocial, pedagogical (by content), weak, balanced or strong (by consistency), flexible or rigid (by form), simple or complex (by difficulty)” (Joiţa, 2000, 40). Their importance is evident from the perspective of relations between people - understood as a continuous present of joint action. The analysis focused on the teacher-student relationship is an opportunity to record psychosocial conditioning and ways to eliminate the potential for symbolic violence.

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SELF-ADVOCACY OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES IN THE REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS STANDARDS

SELF-ADVOCACY OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES IN THE REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS STANDARDS

Author(s): Natalia Cojocaru / Language(s): English / Issue: 1/2024

Keywords: persons with disabilities; self-advocacy; human rights; inclusive policies;

The article delves into the concept of self-advocacy among persons with disabilities and its significance within the framework of international human rights standards. It analyses the legislation and policies of the Republic of Moldova to demonstrate how they establish conditions for the self-advocacy of persons with disabilities. The recently initiated process of accession to the European Union by the Republic of Moldova has implications for the country's approach to the rights of persons with disabilities. Consequently, the article also offers insights into the standards and legal provisions of the European Union that affect the self-advocacy of persons with disabilities. The article employs the method of documentary analysis to investigate relevant scientific publications and to scrutinize the legal frameworks at both the national and international levels that are relevant to the rights of persons with disabilities, enabling their self-advocacy and participation. The article concludes that Moldovan legislation is aligned with international standards on the rights of persons with disabilities, providing a robust legal basis for their self-advocacy. However, the effectiveness of self-advocacy depends on how actively involved persons with disabilities are in promoting their own interests. Additionally, it depends on whether decision-makers make media and information easily accessible to them, thus enabling their full and meaningful participation.

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