Optimizing Community Policing through Strategic Communication and Trust Building in South Africa | Chapter 7 | Current Progress in Arts and Social Studies Research Vol. 9

The purpose of this study is to investigate the variables affecting community policing forums and boards (CPF/CPBs) in South Africa in terms of efficacy. In particular, it looks into how buy-in from the police, community involvement, trust, and communication all contribute to the success of these cooperative systems. Principal subjects: The value of trust and communication in community policing, the function of CPFs and CPBs in promoting trust and communication, Opportunities and difficulties facing CPFs and CPBs, as well as variables affecting their efficacy. Key Arguments/Findings: Successful community policing depends on effective communication and trust, and CPFs and CPBs are critical in bridging the trust gap and fostering communication between the police and the community. Obstacles include limited resources, community involvement, and police support can reduce CPF/CPB efficacy. CPF/CPBs may greatly enhance public safety and fortify ties between the community and the police by tackling these issues and encouraging inclusive participation. Methodological approach: This study uses a qualitative approach that includes in-depth interviews with members of the CPF/CPB, community leaders, and police officers. To find important themes and patterns pertaining to the variables impacting CPF/CPB effectiveness, the obtained data is evaluated. Significance/Implications: Law enforcement groups, community organizations, and lawmakers should all take note of the research's findings. Understanding the elements that make CPFs and CPBs successful can help develop strategies to improve their efficacy and advance more successful community policing in South Africa. Audience: Policymakers, law enforcement officers, community leaders, and academics with an interest in public safety and community policing are the main recipients of this research. In conclusion, community policing boards and forums are a viable strategy for enhancing public safety and fortifying ties between the community and the police in South Africa. Through the resolution of issues and the advancement of efficient communication, trust, police buy-in, and community participation, CPF/CPBs can make a substantial contribution to the development of more inclusive and safe communities.

 

Author (s) Details

John Motsamai Modise
South African Police Service, South Africa.3

 

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Study on the Path Process of Gd and Mg Doped ZnO Nanostructures by the Sol-gel Method | Chapter 3 | Newest Updates in Physical Science Research Vol. 15

 Doping is one of the most effective ways to change the physical properties of ZnO to expand its applications. Zn1-xMxO nanopowders (M = Gd, Mg, and x = 0, 0.03) were produced by sol-gel technique and sintering at 600oC for 2 hours were reported. Thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA) was used to analyse the decomposition process of the dried gel system, and FT-IR spectroscopy was used to investigate nanopowders with different heating temperatures. Using X-ray diffraction, the crystal structure of the nanopowders after sintering at 600oC. (XRD). The weight loss regions on the TGA curves of the samples correlate to the removal of beginning materials, with no weight loss found in the temperature range of 300 to 800oC, which corresponds to the phase-crystallization stage. The stretching frequency of ZnO is 669 cm-1, and Gd/Mg doped ZnO is 668 cm-1, 666 cm-1 in the FT-IR spectra. The crystal structure of samples revealed by XRD tests to be single phase ZnO crystalline with a hexagonal wurtzite structure (space group P63mc)

Author (S) Details

Suharno
Department of Physics Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta 57126, Indonesia.

B. Soegijono
Department of Physics, Faculty of Math and Sciences, Universitas Indonesia, Depok 16424, Indonesia.

S. Budiawanti
Department of Physics Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta 57126, Indonesia.

L. Fadillah
Department of Physics, Faculty of Math and Sciences, Universitas Indonesia, Depok 16424, Indonesia.

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Strategic Communication for Bandung Smart City in Globalization Digital Era | Chapter 3 | New Visions in Science and Technology Vol. 2

 Since 2014, the City Government of Bandung has built 394 Smart City applications in this digital era. All of the programmes were created with the goal of making the work of all Regional Apparatus Organizations and public services easier. All of the applications were created by a team from Bandung's Office of Communications and Informatics in collaboration with programmers and communication experts from colleges and businesses. The created application is designed to make public services more accessible. This is significant because many individuals in Bandung City own a smartphone, and the Google Play store contains over 1000 apps, yet we only installed 394 Smart City apps, implying that many are still unutilized. Some of the applications developed by the Bandung City Government have been duplicated by dozens of municipal district governments around Indonesia. Performance Accountability System Government Agencies (PASGA), which is utilised by the City Government of Tangerang and the Paya Kumbuh Government, is one of the applications that has been duplicated. There are currently 34 districts/cities in Indonesia that have signed a Cooperation Agreement (CA) with the office of Communication and Information, including Bandung. This paper aims to learn more about a variety of descriptions of Bansund as a smart city, such as: (1) the role of communication strategy in a smart city; (2) how far the opinion of Bandung City society on Smart City policy as a New Paradigm in Developing Country is based on six indicators; and (3) what is Smart City City Manager Bandung's opinion on the demands of Government task completion.

Author (S) Details

Prof. Deni Darmawan
Department of Educational Technology of Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia.


Prof. Edi Suryadi
Department Communication Science of Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia.

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