The dynamics of Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) choices in rural Jambi: Socio-economic perspectives

High population growth without concurrent improvements in human quality poses significant challenges in promoting equitable welfare across various life aspects. Thus, population control is crucial for achieving sustainable development goals. This study emphasizes the role of Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) in managing fertility rates and investigates three main components of population growth: fertility, mortality, and migration. The objectives are threefold: 1) Analyze the profile of fertile-age couples using LARC in rural Jambi; 2) Investigate the socio-economic factors influencing the choice between LARC and non-LARC methods among these couples; 3) Explore the relationship between the couples' characteristics and their choice of LARC. Data were collected from a survey of 200 fertile-age couples participating in a family planning program across four villages in Jambi. The analysis utilized descriptive statistics, binary logistic regression, and multinomial logistic regression. Findings indicate that LARC usage among fertile-age couples in rural Jambi is low, at approximately 28% of total contraceptive users, with implants being the most common LARC type. In contrast, non-LARC methods are more prevalent, accounting for 72% of usage, dominated by three-month injectables, followed by pills and male condoms. Significant factors influencing the choice between LARC and non-LARC include the husband's education, the woman's employment status, the number of living children, the disparity between actual and ideal family size, desire for more children, knowledge about contraceptive options, and family income. Furthermore, characteristics significantly related to the choice of LARC methods such as tubal ligation, implants, and IUDs include the woman's age, number of living children, the gap between the ideal and actual number of children, desire for more children, woman's employment status, knowledge about contraceptive devices, and family income

Employment status and women's fertility: Do working women have fewer children?

This study aims to analyze the differences in fertility between employed and unemployed women in Jambi City and identify the socio-economic factors influencing the number of children they have. The study applies Propensity Score Matching (PSM) to ensure a fairer comparison between the two groups and Inverse Probability Weighting (IPW) to control for other variables that may affect the relationship between employment status and fertility. The results of the analysis indicate that the average number of children is higher among unemployed women than among employed women. However, after applying IPW weighting, employment status no longer has a significant effect on the number of children. Instead, economic factors, particularly household income, play a more significant role in determining fertility. Additionally, women’s age contributes to fertility differences, with older women tending to have fewer children. Meanwhile, education level and age at first marriage do not show a significant effect after weighting

Potential scenario of sustainable tourism through women's empowerment: A SMIC-Prob scenario analysis for Penglipuran Village, Bali, Indonesia

Penglipuran Village is a popular destination for tourists seeking to experience the essence of Bali. Known for its environmentally friendly settlement, Penglipuran is distinguished by its orderly and symmetrical buildings, each with a uniform main gate called Angkul-Angkul. The community places great value on upholding the honor of women in Bali. The objective of this research is to evaluate the potential scenarios that could empower women in the tourism industry and determine the sensitivity of scenarios that drive tourism sustainability in Penglipuran Village. This was achieved using the SMIC-Prob Expert model. The analysis identified three main priority scenarios: (1) working as usual, (2) improving side businesses, and (3) changing the profession. The results indicate that the scenario combination with the highest probability is "110," with an opportunity size of 0.138. This combination, where women continue to work as usual (PrimJob) and focus on the improvement of side businesses (SidePrim), is the best option for women tourism actors to support the sustainability of tourism in Penglipuran Village. Sensitivity analysis, measured by elasticity, identifies SidePrim as the "prime mover" or main driver of tourism sustainability. By implementing improvements in side businesses, women’s involvement in tourism can significantly contribute to achieving future goals alongside stakeholders and the government

Navigating workplace conflict in diverse academic settings: The roles of core self-evaluation and emotional intelligence in strengthening regional higher education

This study examines the direct effects of core self-evaluation (CSE) and emotional intelligence (EI) on workplace conflict while exploring the mediating role of perceived workplace diversity. Grounded in organizational psychology and contextualized within a regional Indonesian university, the research adopts a quantitative design, utilizing structured questionnaires administered to 94 academic staff members at Universitas Jambi. The findings indicate that neither CSE nor EI has a statistically significant direct effect on workplace conflict. However, EI is positively associated with diversity perception, which in turn significantly increases relational, task, and process conflict—demonstrating a mediated effect. In contrast, diversity does not mediate the relationship between CSE and conflict. These results reveal the complex interplay between individual psychological resources and organizational diversity in shaping interpersonal dynamics within higher education. The study highlights the importance of context-sensitive institutional strategies, including the integration of emotional intelligence training and inclusive workplace policies, in effectively managing diversity and mitigating conflict. It contributes to the broader discourse on academic workplace behavior by highlighting how personal dispositions and structural diversity jointly influence conflict outcomes, particularly within regional universities engaged in local development

Epistemological criticism of the concept of individualism in conventional economies

This research critically examines the epistemology surrounding the concept of individualism within conventional economics, focusing on elucidating the influence of non-economic factors—namely culture, social norms, and collective psychology—on economic decision-making processes. This study endeavors to uncover the role of these factors in individual economic decisions by employing a methodology rooted in analyzing economic and sociological literature. The findings shed light on the discordance between the traditional notion of individualism and the multifaceted realities of contemporary society, where culture, social norms, and collective psychology significantly shape economic behaviors and preferences. By providing nuanced insights into how these non-economic factors impact individuals' economic choices and actions, this research underscores the imperative for a broader, more inclusive perspective within economic paradigms. This study contributes to a richer comprehension of the complexities inherent in individual economic decisions when viewed against non-economic influences

Digital-based performance model for the Arabica Coffee supply chain: A case study of the Koerintji Barokah Bersama Cooperative in Kerinci, Indonesia

This study examines the performance model of the Arabica coffee supply chain managed by the Koerintji Barokah Bersama Cooperative, emphasizing the integration of supply chain management (SCM), social capital (SC), and information technology (IT) to enhance efficiency, transparency, and competitiveness. Using a mixed-methods approach involving descriptive analysis and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), the study explores the current state of SCM, SC, and IT, evaluates supply chain performance, and develops a comprehensive performance model. The findings indicate that SCM, SC, and IT significantly influence supply chain performance, with IT and SC playing crucial mediating roles. The cooperative demonstrated strengths in reliability, flexibility, and utility, though cost management requires further improvement. The proposed model validates that a collaborative and digital approach can improve operational efficiency, stakeholder coordination, and market adaptability. The study highlights the need for stronger SCM coordination, enhanced SC through trust and collaboration, and greater IT adoption for real-time monitoring and data-driven decision-making. Despite its robust methodology, limitations include a localized focus and exclusion of broader external factors like global market trends and climate change. Future research should explore advanced technologies such as IoT, AI, and Big Data Analytics and assess long-term performance across diverse regions and market contexts to ensure sustainability and global competitiveness

Can fiscal transfers effectively reduce poverty in the Gorontalo Province?

The central government has increasingly diversified and expanded fiscal transfers to local authorities to enhance community welfare rapidly. However, in Gorontalo, although poverty rates have declined, the pace of reduction has slowed despite an increase in the value of transfers. This study aims to identify the fiscal transfer mechanisms most effective in reducing Gorontalo's poverty rate. It focuses on several types of fiscal transfers, including the Special Allocation Fund (DAK), Village Fund Allocation (ADD), Family Hope Program (Program Keluarga Harapan, PKH), Smart Indonesia Program (Program Indonesis Pintar, PIP), and Social Assistance. Utilizing panel data regression analysis covering all six districts/cities in Gorontalo Province over the last five years (2018-2022) and employing the Fixed Effects Model (FEM), the findings suggest that PIP assistance has the most significant impact on poverty reduction, although its effects are more long-term. Moreover, the study finds that while ADD transfers notably enhance community welfare, the two-decade-long DAK transfers have inadvertently worsened poverty levels in Gorontalo. This issue stems from the DAK's allocation formula, which does not directly target the income improvement of low-income populations. Both PKH and Social Assistance have shown little positive effect on poverty alleviation in the region. Consequently, the study recommends that the government prioritize expanding and funding enhancement of PIP assistance, considering many underprivileged individuals remain unreached by this support. Additionally, it suggests increasing the ADD to accelerate development in poverty-stricken rural areas

Deciphering the dynamics of financing choices in Indonesian micro-industries: An empirical analysis of internal and external sources

This study analyzes micro-industry characteristics influencing their choice between internal (own capital) and external financing sources (venture capital, banks, and others). A sample size of 83,616, derived from the BPS Survey, was employed for this purpose. Logistic regression analysis was utilized to address the research questions. The findings suggest that own capital financing predominantly supports micro-industries that are small in scale, possess a low business entity status, have mature owner age, have owners with higher educational backgrounds, and exhibit minimal innovation. Conversely, venture capital financing is more inclined towards larger micro-industries with increasing maturity and more innovations. Bank financing is typically allocated to younger micro-industries with higher business entity status, younger owners, lower income, and those incorporating internet usage. Other forms of capital financing are more likely to be selected by micro-industries with owners who have a lower educational background. The characteristics of micro-industries significantly enhance the probability of opting for bank financing. The educational background of the owner is a critical factor in choosing one's own capital and venture capital financing. In contrast, the size of the micro-industry plays a pivotal role in selecting bank and other capital financing

Towards inclusive green growth: a holistic analysis of sustainable development goals in the agritourism sector of Jambi Province

This research aims to measure the extent of inclusive green growth in Jambi Province by considering the components of the Inclusive Green Growth Index that contribute to the potential of agrotourism and sustainable growth. It seeks to identify and analyze tourism potentials that can be leveraged to support inclusive green growth in various districts of Jambi Province. Additionally, the study aims to formulate strategies applicable to tourism villages in Jambi Province to realize agrotourism areas focused on improving the well-being of communities and the environment. This research employs both quantitative and descriptive qualitative methodologies. Data sources include primary and secondary data collected through interviews, observations, literature studies, and documentation. Informants were selected using purposive sampling, covering three regencies in Jambi Province: mountainous areas in Merangin Regency, non-mountainous and non-marine areas in Muaro Jambi Regency, and marine areas in Tanjung Jabung Timur Regency. The results indicate that Jambi Province has not yet achieved green inclusivity, with an Inclusive Green Growth Index value of 3.191. The study identifies several sample areas with green development potential, including Rantau Kermas Village in Merangin Regency, Tangkit Baru Village in Muaro Jambi Regency, and Kuala Simbur Village in Tanjung Jabung Timur Regency. Key findings include the green potential of tourism and plantations, dance arts, micro-hydropower plants (PLTMH), electricity, awards, funding, fishermen, locations, culinary, mangrove forests, customary forests, and marine products. Strategies to realize agrotourism areas based on improving community well-being and the environment include strengthening organizations, enhancing the quality of human resources, developing infrastructure, funding programs, applying customary law sustainability, offering tour packages, forming customary forest management groups, conducting research and development, implementing disaster mitigation measures, promoting tourism, and initiating the adopt-a-tree program

Impact of trade facilitation on intra-manufacturing export among ECOWAS member states

This study investigates the effects of trade facilitation policies on intra-manufacturing exports among ECOWAS member states. Utilizing the Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) linear model, this research analyzes data from 2015–2020 for the ECOWAS member states. The findings reveal that trade facilitation policies in the ECOWAS region fall below the global average. This discrepancy is primarily due to the extensive bureaucratic processes in the region, leading to increased costs for exporting and importing goods. Consequently, there is a significant need for trade facilitation to enhance intra-manufacturing exports within ECOWAS. Based on these insights, the study recommends several policy interventions to improve trade flow and bolster intra-manufacturing exports in the ECOWAS region. These include a stronger commitment to trade agreements among ECOWAS member states, the adoption of information and communication technology (ICT) to streamline trade processes and reduce bureaucratic delays associated with document processing for exports and imports, the strengthening of institutional frameworks within the member states, and the formulation of policies aimed at increasing industrialization levels to enhance manufacturing exports throughout the ECOWAS region