scholarly journals ART AND CIVIL SOCIETY: FROM PROTEST TO COOPERATION

2010 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 145-160
Author(s):  
Katarzyna Niziołek
Keyword(s):  
Civil Society ◽  
Public Space ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Minority Group ◽  
Specific Area ◽  
Social Functions ◽  
Protest Art ◽  
Social Art ◽  
Cultural Democracy ◽  
Democratic Transformation

In the article, adopting the democratic transformation perspective, the author focuses on art as a specific area of civil society. With an eye on Poland, various forms of artistic activism are analyzed and compared, from artistic vanguard and protest art of the communist period, to the practices of cultural democracy and social art of the present day. In particular, the concept of social art is explained and exemplified with three model projects, each set in a different context ‐ of an open public space, local community and minority group, and each representing a different set of social functions. Menas ir pilietinė visuomenė: nuo protesto iki bendradarbiavimo Santrauka Straipsnyje, laikydamasi demokratinės transformacijos perspektyvos, autorė susitelkia į meną kaip specifinę pilietinės visuomenės sritį. Analizuojamos ir lyginamos įvairios meninio aktyvumo formos, pasitaikančios Lenkijoje – nuo komunistinio laikotarpio meninio avangardo ir protestinio meno iki šių dienų kultūrinės demokratijos bei socialinio meno praktikos. Daug dėmesio skiriama socialinio meno sampratai, kuri čia aiškinama pateikiant trijų modelių pavyzdžius ir kiekvieną iš jų tiriant skirtinguose kontekstuose – atviroje viešojoje erdvėje, vietinėje bendruomenėje ir mažumos grupėje. Visi šie kontekstai straipsnyje pristatomi kaip skirtingų socialinių funkcijų visumos.

scholarly journals Eksistensi Keluarga Besar Waria Yogyakarta (KEBAYA) Dalam Konsolidasi Organisasi Masyarakat Dan Perjuangan Hak Sipil

ARISTO ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 284
Author(s):  
Fuat Edi Kurniawan
Keyword(s):  
Civil Society ◽  
Civil Rights ◽  
Public Space ◽  
Minority Group ◽  
Civil Society Organizations ◽  
Community Leader ◽  
Democratic Process ◽  
Transgender People ◽  
The Public ◽  
The Government

The transgender community in Yogyakarta as a minority group still receives different treatment in human rights and the democratic process in Indonesia. This treatment has an impact on violations of the rights of transgender people as civil society, ranging from isolation by their families, being excluded from education, difficulty in getting jobs in the public sector, being isolated from religious worship, differences in treatment and neglect from the authorities and the government, to acts of harassment and violence from their surroundings. This study uses qualitative research with a case study approach, data collection through in-depth interviews with the community leader, and several Kebaya administrators. Data analysis was carried out thematically using a conceptual framework of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs). The purpose of this study is to examine the existence of the Kebaya community as one of the Civil Society Organizations and its role in the democratic process and a discussion of the internal and external factors of the organization in consolidating democracy. The results of this study indicate that Kebaya as a Civil Society Organization plays an important role in empowering transgender people in coaching and developing their potential, especially in terms of skills and improving their personal quality so that they can support themselves, as well as a place of rehabilitation for transgender people with HIV/AIDS who is in Yogyakarta. The transgender members of Kebaya are aware of their position in society with the stereotype attached to them. Kebaya carries out a strategy to eliminate discrimination in the form of soft diplomacy to discursive efforts. Kebaya formulates various strategies and special steps to no longer are resistant to their existence and activities, which are always considered negative nuances. They carry out a strategy with their human capital as one of the main components of intellectual capital and intangible assets by taking an important role in society with a socio-cultural approach, as well as monitoring as a control in advancing the public space of the Kebaya Community and the struggle for civil rights of transgender people in a democratic context.

scholarly journals Built environment, creativity, social art. The recovery of public space as engine of human development

REGION ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 87 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Onesti
Keyword(s):  
Public Space ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Buffer Zone ◽  
Process Art ◽  
Social Art ◽  
Art And Culture ◽  
Inclusive Approach ◽  
Local Residents ◽  
The Empirical Analysis

The paper is a part of a comprehensive research aimed at operationalizing HUL approach and experimenting it in the buffer zone of Pompei, mainly in Torre Annunziata (Italy), and is based on the recognition of art and cultural heritage as tools for "managing the change" of landscape. The proposed thesis is that the recovery of public space, configured by art and culture and shared with local community according to an inclusive approach, contribute to regenerate creativity, reconstructing the relationships between people, communities and landscape. This lays the foundations for a "creative environment" and regenerative, concived as a prerequisite of development. In this process, art is a driver which acts on the creativity of local residents, stimulating their critical thinking, open-mindedness and design capacity, and leading them to accept diversity as an opportunity. Focusing on theories and on the empirical analysis of a best practice, MAAM Museum in Rome, this paper has three main objectives: to produce empirical evidence on the cause/effect relationship between art, heritage and community relationships; to make transferable and replicable in other contexts, such as Torre Annunziata, the process experienced at MAAM; to develop a methodology able to soliciting, integrating and supporting the regeneration of relationships in the town of Torre Annunziata.

The Culture Zone in Katowice and its qualities as a public space

2018 ◽  
Vol 59 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-41
Author(s):  
Paweł Pistelok
Keyword(s):  
Public Space ◽  
Empirical Research ◽  
Public Life ◽  
Public Spaces ◽  
Social Functions ◽  
Upper Silesia ◽  
Industrial Heritage ◽  
Basic Rights ◽  
Post Industrial ◽  
Right Of Access

Abstract A city’s public spaces ought to meet a number of requirements to serve their main purpose, that is to foster public life. They need, for instance, to answer people’s needs, fulfil certain social functions, and let people use their basic rights, among them the most important right of access. In Katowice, one of the most prominent examples of the regeneration of public spaces is now the Culture Zone. The aim of this paper is to discuss the development of social functions in the area mentioned, a fine example of the post-industrial heritage of Upper Silesia. Applying some of the qualities of public space identified in the theories adopted, the paper discusses how the Culture Zone [in Polish: Strefa Kultury] fulfils the above-mentioned demands and requirements. Is it accessible? Does it meet the need for comfort? Does it function as a leisure space? By referring to analyses and opinions presented in the literature and comparing them with the results of the author’s own empirical research, this article discusses the importance, opportunities, and shortcomings of the Culture Zone as a public space.

scholarly journals Lively Social Space, Well-Being Activity, and Urban Design: Findings From a Low-Cost Community-Led Public Space Intervention

2016 ◽  
Vol 49 (6) ◽  
pp. 685-716 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jamie Anderson ◽  
Kai Ruggeri ◽  
Koen Steemers ◽  
Felicia Huppert
Keyword(s):  
Public Space ◽  
Urban Design ◽  
Design Research ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Social Space ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Observation Data ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Impact

Empirical urban design research emphasizes the support in vitality of public space use. We examine the extent to which a public space intervention promoted liveliness and three key behaviors that enhance well-being (“connect,” “be active,” and “take notice”). The exploratory study combined directly observed behaviors with self-reported, before and after community-led physical improvements to a public space in central Manchester (the United Kingdom). Observation data ( n = 22,956) and surveys (subsample = 212) were collected over two 3-week periods. The intervention brought significant and substantial increases in liveliness of the space and well-being activities. None of these activities showed increases in a control space during the same periods. The findings demonstrate the feasibility of the research methods, and the impact of improved quality of outdoor neighborhood space on liveliness and well-being activities. The local community also played a key role in conceiving of and delivering an effective and affordable intervention. The findings have implications for researchers, policy makers, and communities alike.

Local Civil Society

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robin Mann ◽  
David Dallimore ◽  
Howard Davis ◽  
Graham Day ◽  
Maria Eichsteller
Keyword(s):  
Civil Society ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Local Level ◽  
Economic Transformation ◽  
Community Relations ◽  
Field Investigations ◽  
The Everyday ◽  
State And Local ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Focus Questions

Epdf and ePUB available Open Access under CC-BY-NC licence. Drawing on place-based field investigations and new empirical analysis, this original book investigates civil society at local level. The concept of civil society is contested and multifaceted, and this text offers assessment and clarification of debates concerning the intertwining of civil society, the state and local community relations. Analysing two Welsh villages, the authors examine the importance of identity, connection with place and the impact of social and spatial boundaries on the everyday production of civil society. Bringing into focus questions of biography and temporality, the book provides an innovative account of continuities and changes within local civil society during social and economic transformation.

scholarly journals Free or paid: the uses of Roses Citadel (Catalonia)

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 111-120
Author(s):  
Josep Burch ◽  
Modest Fluvià ◽  
Ricard Rigall ◽  
Albert Saló ◽  
Gabriel Alcalde
Keyword(s):  
Public Space ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Free Access ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
The Social ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Economic Analyses ◽  
Social Use ◽  
The Town

Purpose The Roses Citadel is a bastioned fortification that has archaeological remains from the Greek, Roman and medieval periods in its interior. Currently, the area inside the Citadel is used for a wide range of activities; some directly related with the heritage item, others associated with its use as a public space for the town. The purpose of this paper is to analyse the economic interest of charging an entrance fee vs the alternative of free access and offers a framework to address this issue. Design/methodology/approach The proposal is to consider the marginal cost of increasing the number of users and to carry out a travel cost analysis. It is vital to take into account the results of specifically economic analyses, but the evaluations of social policies should also be considered, and should have a considerable weight in decision making. Findings It is proposed that free entry would bring about an increase in the number of visitors and users of Roses Citadel. In turn, this increase would lead to a greater social use of this heritage asset, and a chance for the least privileged sectors of society to use the site more. Financial resources for the maintenance of the asset would not be raised through entry fees, but through contributions relating to the increase in the social consideration of the site. Originality/value In the context of a discussion on the advantages and disadvantages of paying an entry fee for heritage assets, the example of Roses Citadel provides several factors for consideration. It shows that payment of an entry fee affects use of the site by society, and particularly by the local community, whereas free access leads to a wide range of opportunities for use.

scholarly journals PROJECT MANAGEMENT COMPETENCE DEVELOPMENT IN APPLICANTS FOR PHD PROGRAMS

2021 ◽  
pp. 288-299
Author(s):  
Iryna Albul
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Civil Society ◽  
Social Work ◽  
Project Management ◽  
Public Space ◽  
Public Information ◽  
Normative Documents ◽  
Project Activity ◽  
Governance Tools ◽  
Information Work

The article is devoted to the issues of applicants’ preparation for higher education at the third educational and scientific level of higher education, speciality 231 Social work.  In the research, based on normative documents, the necessity of project activity competencies development of future applicants of educational and scientific programs has been substantiated. It has been proved the importance of development in the new generation of future managers knowledge and skills to use a modern project approach to solving problems of management processes at different levels. Mastering project management methodology is a new progressive toolkit for social work management as a probable field of activity of PhD graduates in 231 Social Work. Possibilities of information work in project activity are opened, in particular search of information on grant offers, competitions of perspective projects and archival data on already realized. The Group Resource Center was presented as a leading national centre of public information and expertise, which is aimed at the development of civil society and the development of Ukraine. As well as the Public Space portal, which offers unique and up-to-date information on the development of civil society in Ukraine, provides an opportunity to be involved in public activities and important transformations in the country.  The article highlights and substantiates the feasibility of certain theoretical and practical recommendations for the formation of project skills of the future Doctor of Philosophy in social work, including achieving a level of unconscious competence in the development of project proposals, use of democratic governance tools in project activities, effective search, analysis and use of grant information, proposals, mastering the strategy and tactics of team project activities.

scholarly journals Implementation of socially responsible business transactions in trading companies

2020 ◽  
pp. 115-122
Author(s):  
Sandra Mrvica-Mađarac ◽  
Mirjana Nedović ◽  
Matej Galić
Keyword(s):  
Civil Society ◽  
Public Administration ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Knowledge Society ◽  
Corporate Image ◽  
Socially Responsible ◽  
Business Transaction ◽  
Business Transactions ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Gaining Insight

Trade companies are becoming aware of their role in society and the local community. Socially responsible business transaction means a positive approach to the relationship with the community, its problems and events. It has become recognized among the customers and the company's management. Companies have carried out volunteering and various humanitarian activities to engage themselves in social activities and to increase their reputation towards their customers, suppliers and employees. Factors that have influenced to the development of socially responsible business transactions are: globalization, the transition to a knowledge society, consumer care, civil society activities, environmental problems and other. Trading companies that operate in line with the concept of socially responsible business transactions, when they implement this type of business, they can achieve a numerous benefit, from strengthening of the corporate image, and from competitiveness to the environmental awareness. Socially responsible business transaction also maintains cooperation between businesses, civil society and public administration and as such creates a positive image of social responsibility and contributes to the development of the local community. For the purpose of this paper a research was conducted on a representative sample of trading companies with the aim of gaining insight whether such companies do promote socially responsible business transactions and what kind of activities in such form these companies use.

scholarly journals The Dangers of Hoaxes in Building Civil Society in the Era of the Industrial Revolution 4.0

2021 ◽  
pp. 117-138
Author(s):  
Muhamad Basitur Rijal Gus Rijal ◽  
Ahyani Hisam ◽  
Abdul Basit
Keyword(s):  
Civil Society ◽  
Public Space ◽  
Free Speech ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Online Media ◽  
Fake News ◽  
The Public ◽  
Technological Advances ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Ideal

Civil society (civil society) as the ideal structure of society's life that is aspired to, but building a civil society is not easy. There are preconditions that must be met by the community in making it happen. Coupled with technological advances in the era of the Industrial Revolution 4.o like today, where information can spread easily through various online media unlimitedly in spreading hoaxes. This research seeks to uncover the dangers of hoaxes in building civil society. This research uses descriptive analytical method by examining the sources of literature related to building civil society in the Industrial Revolution 4.o. This research found that the public space is a means of free speech; democratic behavior; tolerant; pluralism; and social justice can shape civil society. whereas the impact of hoax news greatly affects the way people perceive a certain issue, so that people cannot distinguish which news is real or fake news which causes them to be incited by fake news that is spread.

scholarly journals Between gentrification and reurbanisation: The participatory dimension of bottom-up regeneration in Gdańsk, Poland

Geografie ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 120 (2) ◽  
pp. 210-225 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maja Grabkowska
Keyword(s):  
Civil Society ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Inner City ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Bottom Up ◽  
Leading Role ◽  
Transformation Processes ◽  
Careful Investigation

Urban regeneration has become a key issue in the development of contemporary cities. The paper discusses bottom-up regeneration practices performed by inhabitants of a decaying inner-city neighbourhood under post-socialist conditions, which differ notably from the widely researched Western European context. Results of a qualitative study in Wrzeszcz Dolny, Gdańsk, have indicated the leading role of newcomers to the area in animating bottom-up regeneration efforts, which in turn translate into an activation and integration of the local community. Thus, it is argued that an in-migration into the inner city, usually interpreted as gentrification, does not necessarily generate losses for the indigenous inhabitants but can also bring a desired social change and significantly contribute to the building of inclusive civil society. The presented case study therefore signals the need for a careful investigation and precise labelling of the post-socialist inner-city transformation processes, as well as demonstrates how increasing participation might be employed as the potential antidote to ills associated with gentrification.

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