European Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences

Factors Influencing Tourist Satisfaction at a Biosphere Reserve: The Case of Ca Mau Cape, Vietnam

2024-11-24T12:00:48+01:00

Motivating sustainable economic development is one of the essential functions of biosphere reserves. Ecotourism and responsible tourism are effective tools that enable biosphere reserves to fulfill this function. Tourist satisfaction acts as a crucial catalyst for tourism at biosphere reserve destinations. This study aims to analyze the factors within the biosphere reserve that influence tourist satisfaction. The results of a multivariate regression analysis based on data from 150 observations indicate that multiple factors simultaneously impact tourist satisfaction. These factors include security and safety, tourism facilities, infrastructure, service pricing, tourism resources, and service staff. Based on the research findings, practical implications are proposed to enhance destination quality and improve tourist satisfaction.

Product Familiarity and PGI Awareness among SOU24 Participants in a Cantuccini Toscani PGI Survey

2024-10-19T07:26:22+02:00

This paper presents the case of the newly established Consortium for the Protection of Cantuccini Toscani PGI’s search for consumer insights on product familiarity and PGI awareness through an innovative type of quick survey. After a comprehensive literature review and an analysis of other surveys carried out by PDO/PGI organizations, an original polling tool (based on five questions only) to be used on the occasion of food tastings and social media campaigns was designed and experimented for the first time on the occasion of The State of the Union (SOU), a summit organized annually by the European University Institute in Florence. Twenty-seven SOU2024 participants, including senior officials from the EU Commission and European policymakers, completed the questionnaire, providing insights into both product familiarity and PGI knowledge. Due to the limited number of respondents, the information related to the former aspect should be regarded as descriptive of the sample. However, given the unique nature of the SOU2024 population, the insights gathered on the latter element hold strategic relevance. They reveal a relatively high level of PGI unawareness and a widespread belief that PGI certifies only the product’s origin, not its quality. The authors suggest the adoption of countermeasures by the European Union, including the launch of a specific information campaign about European quality schemes directed at the
so-called Eurocracy.

Economic Factors Influencing the Increase in Insecurity in Gudele Payam

2024-09-29T07:27:18+02:00

The rising insecurity in Juba, South Sudan, is a major concern for residents and a challenge for local security forces. This article examines the relationship between economic factors such as unemployment, poverty, and informal markets and the increasing insecurity in Gudele Payam, a district in Juba. Using a mixed-methods approach, including structured interviews and surveys, the research gathered community insights on how economic conditions impact safety. Data analysis revealed a significant link between economic hardships and insecurity, with 72% of participants citing unemployment as a key factor.

Causes of Armed Ethnic Conf licts and their Implications on Security Management in Malakal Town, Upper Nile State, South Sudan

2024-09-24T07:22:43+02:00

This paper analyzes the causes of armed ethnic conflicts in Malakal Town, Upper Nile State of South Sudan. The study identified several factors driving ethnic violence in the region, including ethnic conflicts, politically driven disputes, land ownership issues, revenge attacks, cattle rustling, and dowry-related tensions. It further revealed that political influence, marginalization, poverty, cultural practices, poor governance, and the arms trade play a significant role in perpetuating these conflicts. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers and security agencies, emphasizing the importance of addressing underlying causes to promote long-term peace and stability in the area.

The Relationship between Crime Victimization and Property Crimes Reporting to the Kenyan Police in Gilgil Ward, Nakuru County

2024-09-05T14:48:18+02:00

Crime victimization and the subsequent choice to notify the police are complex behaviors influenced by various psychological, socio-economic, and contextual factors. Studies on crime victimization suggest that individuals’ experiences and perceptions of crime significantly shape their willingness to report incidents to law enforcement. This study examines the relationship between crime victimization and the reporting of property crimes to the Kenyan police in Gilgil Ward, Nakuru County. Employing a mixed-approach study design, the study combines quantitative and qualitative approaches to analyze the impact of various factors, such as the nature of the crime, incident location, socio-economic conditions, and trust levels towards the police, on victims’ decisions to report property crimes. Data were collected from 96 respondents through questionnaires and interviews. The study found that burglary had the highest reporting rate (78.0%), while theft had the lowest (40.8%). The study identified factors such as the lack of surveillance during curfews, limited police patrols, and the socio-economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic as contributors to crime patterns and reporting behaviors. The study recommends that strengthening the relationship between the police and the community is essential to encourage crime reporting., establishing more police posts, enhancing community engagement, and using digital platforms to encourage crime reporting. These strategies could improve the reporting rate of property crimes, leading to better crime management and community safety in Gilgil Ward, Nakuru County.