The Role of Music in the Revitalization of Faroese in the Faroe Islands

This paper describes the role of music in the revitalization of the Faroese language in the Faroe Islands. It begins with an overview of the linguistic background and history of the Faroe Islands, including an account of how the Faroese people and their language were put at a disadvantage against the politically and economically dominant Norwegians and Danes. Next, the paper introduces non-musical revitalization measures, such as creating a writing system and fighting for the language to be incorporated into education and administration. After this, the paper delves into musical revitalization measures, focusing on how the deep oral and musical culture contributed to self-perceived linguistic prestige and the success of music and musical influence on revitalization. Then, the role of specific traditional song types and modern music is described. Finally, the current position of Faroese and the role of modern music, education, and globalization is explained, with a focus on trends of linguistic purism

Investigating behaviour change following a Home Fire Safety Visit

Key Findings:Research carried out in priority areas in Bristol to investigate the effectiveness of the Home Fire Safety Visit (HFSV) conducted by Avon Fire and Rescue Service to educate residents about home fire safety had the following key findings:•In general and prior to HFSV’s householders tended to over-estimate their safety, experienced complacency with respect to fire hazards and often made (un)reasonable adaptions/avoidances to overcome potential hazards, and this increases with age. Understanding these pre-conceptions could enable FRS to tailor and target their advice, possibly leading to more impact.•Residents’ experience of the HFSV was varied due to specific needs and vulnerabilities. Some of the older residents in this research experienced specific cognitive issues (e.g. memory problems) that inhibited their ability to engage in some of the suggested safety behaviours suggesting that some adaptation to the HFSV is required in order to more fully meet the needs in the community. •The HFSV offers an opportunity for those who have knowledge about safety to receive reassurance about their information and behaviours, and to check and correct those who are operating with incorrect knowledge and behaviours. Some simple and easily achievable behaviour changes were made. However more complex and sustained behaviour changes were more difficult to ascertain. There is a suggestion that cost and vulnerabilities (including age and health) constrain behaviour change. There is opportunity for further research using a more complex research design and longer time period would to investigate this area fully

Delivering social sustainability outcomes in new communities: the role of the elected councillor

A 2011 Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) report calculated that an additional 750,000 homes would be needed by 2025 to meet projected demand in the UK. If this is to be achieved, a significant number of new communities will be developed over the next decade. Local councillors have considerable potential in influencing the social sustainability of such new developments, particularly in the context of the current “Localism” agenda in the UK. However, this role of the local councilor is not well understood. The aim of this project was to explore the role of the local councillor in improving such outcomes. We selected two rural greenfield and two urban regeneration sites as case studies. Planning officers and local councillors were interviewed across the sites in order to identify factors that can lead to improved social sustainability. Emerging themes indicate the importance of the councillor’s role in community engagement and consultation, the changing nature of relationships, the importance of appropriate and timely infrastructure, and models of governance and accountability. These findings are discussed in terms of their implications for policy

A Call for Change: Minnesota Environmental Justice Heroes in Action, Volume 2

Access Online: https://mlpp.pressbooks.pub/environmentaljusticevol2/ This second volume of “A Call for Change: Minnesota Environmental Justice Heroes in Action” is a collection of the stories and efforts of environmental justice activists at the forefront of the Minnesota environmental justice movement. It is a compilation of interviews, conducted by students at Macalester College in 2023, to understand the layers of environmental injustice in Minnesota and bring attention to the resilience and determination of activists and communities. See volume one at https://mlpp.pressbooks.pub/environmentaljustice/https://digitalcommons.macalester.edu/books/1006/thumbnail.jp

A scoping review of the needs of children and young people with acquired brain injuries and their families

Understanding the needs of children and young people (CYP) with acquired brain injuries (ABI) isessential in delivering pathways of care and providing effective rehabilitation.Aim: To identify relevant literature and key themes relating to the nature and extent of needs (met,unmet or unrecognized) of CYP with ABI and their families.Method: Scoping review. Sixteen electronic bibliographic databases were searched using terms relating tochildren, brain injury and need. Papers were screened against eligibility criteria by two independentreviewers. No date limits were applied. Data were extracted by the lead author regarding the needs ofCYP with ABI and their families and thematic analysis conducted to identify the key themes. Methodologicalquality was not assessed.Results: A total of 28 articles were identified including three systematic reviews, one scoping review,two practice recommendation articles, and 22 original research studies. Participants included CYP withABI, parents, siblings, and professionals. Four key themes were identified; CYP-related impairment needs,support needs, return to school and long-term aftercare.Conclusion: CYP with ABI and their families report extensive needs, many of which are often unmet orunrecognized by those supporting the CYP. Needs transcend the health, social care, and education domains

A qualitative, exploratory study of nurses’ decision-making when interrupted during medication administration within the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit

ObjectiveIn the paediatric intensive care unit (PICU), medication administration is challenging. Empirical studies demonstrate that interruptions occur frequently and that nurses are fundamental in the delivery of medication. However, little is known about nurse’s decision making when interrupted during medication administration. Therefore, the objective is to understand decision making when interrupted during medication administration within the PICU.Research designA qualitative study incorporating non-participant observation and audio recorded semi-structured interviews. A convenience sample of ten PICU nurses were interviewed. Each interview schedule was informed by two hours of observation which involved a further 29 PICU nurses. Data was analysed using Framework Analysis.SettingA regional PICU located in a university teaching hospital in the United Kingdom.FindingsAnalysis resulted in four overarching themes:(1) Guiding the medication process,(2) Concentration, focus and awareness,(3) Influences on interruptions(4) Impact and recoveryConclusionMedication administration within the PICU is an essential but complex activity. Interruptions can impact on focus and concentration which can contribute to patient harm. Decision making by PICU nurses is influenced by interruption awareness, fluctuating levels of concentration, and responding to critically ill patient and families’ needs