Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Antonio Garofalo Title: Editorial Abstract: Classification-JEL: Keywords: Note: Pages:7-10 Volume: XIV Year: 2024 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=75702&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:RISSRI:v:html10.3280/RISS2024-001001 Number: 1 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Saule Okutayeva Author-Name: Emin Askerov Author-Name: Zubirash Smagulova Author-Name: Nurgul Yesmagulova Author-Name: Saida Kaidarova Title: Social entrepreneurship as a catalyst for addressing inequalities and promoting sustainable development Abstract: The evolution of socio-economic relations has determined the emergence of such a type of activity as social entrepreneurship, which applies the commercial component to businesses that directly influence the transformation of the social sphere by solv ing concrete social problems. The purpose of this study was to summarise the theo retical foundations and practical experience of social entrepreneurship in Kazakh stan. The information base for the study was provided by relevant scientific studies in this area, as well as regulations of the Republic of Kazakhstan and official statis tical information. The findings reveal a significant increase in the number of social entrepreneurship entities, indicating the dynamism of this sector?s development. However, over 43% of these entities fall under category 4, characterized by simpli fied criteria for inclusion in the register, suggesting limited involvement of socially vulnerable segments of the population. Accordingly, there is a limited involvement of socially vulnerable segments of the population in the economic activity of the country due to the low activity of business involvement in solving social problems, which underlies the functioning of the industry. The study highlights the vital role of social entrepreneurship in addressing inequalities and fostering sustainable devel opment by solving concrete social problems. By providing employment opportuni ties, access to essential goods and services, and innovative solutions, social enter prises can contribute to reducing inequalities, promoting inclusive economic growth, and creating sustainable communities. Based on the identified problems, to improve the efficiency of social entrepreneurship functioning, this study offered practical recommendations aimed at improving administrative and regulatory mechanisms. Classification-JEL: Keywords: Note: Pages:11-25 Volume: XIV Year: 2024 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=75703&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:RISSRI:v:html10.3280/RISS2024-001002 Number: 2 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=75703 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Karakat Nagymzhanova Author-Name: Bakhyt Tusupbekova Author-Name: Aiym Otep Author-Name: Azamat K. Nagymzhanov Title: Gender inequalities: Understanding gender identity and changing trends Abstract: The relevance of the subject under consideration is due to the presence of a wide range of issues that are rarely interrelated, as well as the blurring of the concepts of personal and gender identity. This study examines gender identity and its implica- tions for gender inequalities. The purpose of this study is to explore the concept of gender identity and its modern trends of change, with a focus on how they relate to gender inequalities and sustainable development in the context of Kazakhstan. The tasks involve identifying and considering issues related to gender identity, develop- ing an original approach to understanding personal identity, tracking and analysing how concepts and views on gender identity are currently changing, and evaluating the ideas of young men and women about issues of gender identity. It was revealed that for a long time the identity of the individual was studied thanks to three concep- tual approaches; current trends indicate that identity is changeable, not permanent; two-thirds of the men surveyed hold patriarchal beliefs regarding the family sphere; all the interviewed girls have egalitarian beliefs regarding the role of women in the development of society, career growth, leadership, leadership and much more. The results obtained shed light on the persistence of gender stereotypes and inequalities in Kazakh society, which have implications for sustainable development. Classification-JEL: Keywords: Note: Pages:27-44 Volume: XIV Year: 2024 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=75704&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:RISSRI:v:html10.3280/RISS2024-001003 Number: 3 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=75704 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Aibek Kumysbekov Author-Name: Natalya Kalashnikova Author-Name: Alexandr Danilov Author-Name: Assel Ayaganova Title: Preconditions and causes of inter-ethnic conflicts in Central Asia Abstract: Central Asia?s ethnic diversity presents both opportunities and challenges for sus- tainable development. While cultural richness can foster social cohesion, ethnic in- equalities and tensions can impede progress towards achieving the Sustainable De- velopment Goals. This study aims to analyse the main factors contributing to inter- ethnic conflicts in the region, examining their impact on stability and proposing measures to promote inclusive development and multicultural coexistence. Utilizing comparative, case study, statistical, and analytical methods, the research explores the complex interplay of ethnic diversity, territorial disputes, economic factors, and political instability as preconditions and causes of inter-ethnic conflicts. The Central Asian region is characterised by a significant diversity of ethnic groups, each of which has its own unique cultural, religious, and historical features. This creates a potential field for inter-ethnic tensions and conflicts. The results of research in this area underline the need for in-depth analyses of specific conflicts and the develop- ment of measures to resolve and prevent inter-ethnic conflicts in Central Asia. Ef- fective management of these preconditions and causes can contribute to maintaining peace and stability in the region. The study examines recent inter-ethnic conflicts that have occurred in the territory of Central Asia. The practical significance of this research lies in its potential to inform strategies for conflict prevention, peace-build- ing, and the promotion of multicultural coexistence. By addressing ethnic inequali- ties and fostering inclusive development, Central Asian nations can create an ena- bling environment for sustainable growth. Classification-JEL: Keywords: Note: Pages:45-64 Volume: XIV Year: 2024 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=75705&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:RISSRI:v:html10.3280/RISS2024-001004 Number: 4 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=75705 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Aigerim Zhakypbek Author-Name: Indira Sarybayeva Author-Name: Gulzhan Alimbekova Author-Name: Gulnur Yesbergenova Title: Causes of social exclusion of the elderly: Barriers to inclusive sustainable development Abstract: Sustainable development cannot be achieved by leaving behind vulnerable and mar- ginalized groups like older persons who experience multidimensional inequalities and social exclusion. This study investigates the root causes, manifestations, and impacts of social exclusion faced by the elderly population in Kazakhstan through an interdisciplinary socio-anthropological lens. Utilizing qualitative and quantitative methods, including surveys, interviews, and empirical analysis, the research exam- ines subjective experiences of loneliness, isolation, low social engagement, and bar- riers to accessing essential services among older adults. It highlights how factors like health status, income insecurity, ageism, lack of social support systems, and physi- cal/digital accessibility issues intersect to produce and perpetuate social exclusion. In the course of the work carried out, it was revealed that the process of reducing the phenomenon of social exclusion provides an opportunity to increase the effective- ness of social policy, one of the key tasks of which is to ensure a high standard of living for the elderly. Among the results obtained, factors such as subjective feeling of loneliness, diagnosis of social isolation, low level of social activity, and so on, should be noted. Through a conceptual analysis, the main group of risks was consid- ered, which includes a large list of various areas of public activity. Policy proposals include strengthening social protection, facilitating intergenerational solidarity, in- clusive urban planning, digital inclusion and enhancing accessibility to public ser- vices tailored to older persons? needs. Classification-JEL: Keywords: Note: Pages:65-82 Volume: XIV Year: 2024 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=75706&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:RISSRI:v:html10.3280/RISS2024-001005 Number: 5 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=75706 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Firdovsi Fikretzade Author-Name: Hamza Khalilov Author-Name: Ramil Huseyn Title: Analyzing the affordable dimensions for restricting the division of agricultural land: The case of Azerbaijan Abstract: Applying restrictions to the division of agricultural land parcels can potentially pre- vent fragmentation and ensure the efficient use of land. To achieve effective regula- tion, indicators that are justified as targets in evaluating the appropriate dimensions of the plots covered by the legislation need to be defined. This article examines the issues involved in determining the size of land plots that are subject to restrictions, based on criteria of efficiency and the necessity to ensure the viability of farms in accordance with the goals set for their regulation. To evaluate the size of the areas, the minimum level of the reference income indicator has been used for determining the viability of the farm. Formulas are given for calculating guidelines for the size of the subdivided land areas using the average level of wages in the agricultural sector and the amount of income necessary to meet minimum needs as the basis for the reference income. The relevant target indicators have been calculated using those formulas. Classification-JEL: Keywords: Note: Pages:83-101 Volume: XIV Year: 2024 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=75707&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:RISSRI:v:html10.3280/RISS2024-001006 Number: 6 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=75707 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Gulnar Aigarinova Author-Name: Nellya Kairova Author-Name: Nuradin Nakyshov Author-Name: Turdaly Karatayev Author-Name: Gylshat Rakhmetova Author-Name: Sadykh Yessimkulov Title: Legal regulation of climate change in the context of global warming Abstract: The relevance of the problem stated in this article is due to the direct negative impact of the climate change, in particular the global warming, on most life-supporting hu- man processes: production, agricultural sector, safe and secure dwelling of popula- tion, and more. The purpose of this article is to study the effectiveness and efficiency of harmonization of the national legislation of the developed countries in accordance with international legal treaties in the field of climate in the context of global warm- ing. The formal legal method is the main one in the study of this issue, which allows making a legal analysis of the provisions of international legal treaties of both a gen- eral nature and special rules that relate to the carrying out of entrepreneurial activity, considering the minimization of negative impact on the climate change, as well as foundations for implementation of the carbon neutrality policy. As a result of re- search, it was made the legal analysis of the content of legal acts on the issue of climate change. The requirements for business entities were determined, provided for by the international legal agreements and leading to a decrease in the negative impact on the climate. In addition, it was made an analysis of the legal basis and feasibility of achieving the carbon neutrality in the developed countries until 2050. To a greater extent, the results of the study are of theoretical significance, since the generalization of requirements provided for by international law is the end result of the study, which together will lead to a decrease in the impact of global warming on climate change, states, business entities and individuals. In turn, the results of this study can be the basis for improving the mechanisms of influence on the climate both in the field of legal sciences and technical sciences. Classification-JEL: Keywords: Note: Pages:105-121 Volume: XIV Year: 2024 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=75708&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:RISSRI:v:html10.3280/RISS2024-001007 Number: 7 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=75708 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Iuliia Zolotareva Author-Name: Francesco Zecca Title: Food security and sustainable development: West Africa case study Abstract: The authors examine food security and sustainable development in West Africa. The research exploits the Food and Agriculture Organization?s (FAO) definition of food security which suggests four dimensions: availability, accessibility, utilization, and stability. A consolidated food security index is constructed using Principal Compo- nent Analysis (PCA) based on publicly available country-level data from 2001 to 2022. The findings show significant variability in food security across the region, with notable challenges in stability pillar. The authors underscore the importance of en- hancing regional cooperation, improving political stability, and targeting policies to improve food security and guarantee sustainable development. Classification-JEL: Keywords: Note: Pages:123-139 Volume: XIV Year: 2024 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=75709&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:RISSRI:v:html10.3280/RISS2024-001008 Number: 8 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=75709 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Max J.A. Romero Author-Name: Cristina Moliner Author-Name: Elisabetta Arato Title: Discussion on plastic waste management hierarchy Abstract: Although recycling is one of the main solutions proposed in the waste hierarchy established by the Waste Framework Directive, the effective recycling of plastic packaging waste in Italy is still insufficient. Through a review of European Union and Italian legislation, recycling strategies and technological innovations, such as the use of bioplastics and chemical recycling, this work aims to help fill possible knowledge gaps and guide decisions in both, the public sector and the private sector, in the development of policies that enhance the management of plastic packaging waste. Among the results it was found that the low recycling rate of plastic packaging is in partly due to the technical and regulatory limitations that exist at European level for the growth of innovative solutions in the plastic industry. These limitations in- clude the complexity of plastic packaging waste streams and the lack of a single European Union Directive that harmonizes the laws of the Member States regarding the use of bioplastics, chemical recycling technologies and value-added products obtained. Classification-JEL: Keywords: Note: Pages:141-160 Volume: XIV Year: 2024 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=75710&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:RISSRI:v:html10.3280/RISS2024-001009 Number: 9 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=75710 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yasir Hayat Mughal Author-Name: Muhammad Fiaz Author-Name: Irfan Ullah Author-Name: Asif Mahmood Title: Unmasking the narcissism and workaholism dilemma: A parallel and sequential mediation dance of perfectionism and paranoia in diverse organizational environments Abstract: Narcissistic workaholics are preoccupied with establishing themselves as authorita- tive figures in order to hold status. The need to achieve the highest status can become obsessive for certain people, driving them to continuously test their limitations. The same can be said about the mind when it comes to any kind of addiction and work life-stressor. Those who suffer from perfectionism have unrealistically high stand- ards for themselves. In this mental state, paranoia might develop. The purpose of this paper was to investigate these concerns. So far, we hypothesized that, according to the Whole Trait Theory, narcissist suffering from perfectionism and paranoid per- sonality disorder positively linked with workaholism Using multi-source data of 450 responses from leaders-subordinates? dyads working in 20 Pakistanis Industries (which include Information Technology, Banking and finance, and healthcare). The data was analyzed using PLS-SEM. The results showed that narcissism is positively linked with workaholism, while perfectionism and paranoia first parallel mediates this relationship, and in comparative view, the complex sequential serial mediation model mediated first through paranoid personality disorder and then perfectionism. Employee mental health should be prioritized, and positive workaholism should be encouraged. Classification-JEL: Keywords: Note: Pages:161-192 Volume: XIV Year: 2024 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=75711&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:RISSRI:v:html10.3280/RISS2024-001010 Number: 10 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=75711 Template-type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Teresa Martyniuk Author-Name: Mykola Bondar Author-Name: Marzena Remlein Author-Name: Olena Tsiatkovska Author-Name: Nataliia Ostapiuk Title: Accounting of infrastructure assets of state institutions as an element of sustainable development goals Abstract: The purpose of this study was to evaluate these principles with a special focus on their interaction with the achievement of sustainable development goals. The main research methods used in this study were modelling and forecasting. The study showed that the valuation of infrastructure facilities is one of the main components for ensuring the efficient functioning of the economy. The paper describes a signif- icant number of problems observed in the country in the management of such assets, which indicates the need to create a more efficient system of accounting and audit- ing. It was also concluded that the life cycle approach is important, as it is more focused on achieving the principles of sustainable development than others. This is due, in particular, to the fact that this approach makes it possible to estimate the total cost of an asset over its lifetime, including a significant number of its various com- ponents. This allows for a better assessment of the true value of the asset. In addition, the study briefly assessed the state of infrastructure losses as a result of Russia?s full- scale invasion of Ukraine, which once again confirmed the existing relevance of de- veloping more effective standards for accounting for such assets in public institu- tions. The conclusions drawn in this study can be applied both to the management of public institutions and to the creation of policies in the field of accounting principles development. Classification-JEL: Keywords: Note: Pages:193-207 Volume: XIV Year: 2024 Issue:1 File-URL:http://www.francoangeli.it/riviste/Scheda_Rivista.aspx?IDArticolo=75712&Tipo=Articolo PDF File-Format: text/HTML Handle: RePEc:fan:RISSRI:v:html10.3280/RISS2024-001011 Number: 11 X-File-Ref: http://www.francoangeli.it/Riviste/References.ashx?idArticolo=75712