Browsing by Author "Mustefa, Dehab"

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    Community Based Correction Practices at Forum on Sustainable Child Empowerment (FSCE): Addis Ababa
    (Addis Ababa University, 2016-05) Mustefa, Dehab; Kasaye, Demelash (PhD)
    This study explored the practice of community based con·ection at Forum on Sustainable Child Empowerment (FSCE) in Addis Ababa. A purposive sampling technique and a qualitative research design with a case study approach were used. In accordance twelve sample sizes were taken from the children in conflict with the law who are in FSCE supported Community Based Correction Centers (CBCCs) located at Arada and Kolfe sub cities. Parents and key informants were also participateg on in-depth interview. Data were analyzed using cross case. analysis. During analysis the researcher ensured that the data were transparent, understandable to the reader and trustworthy by using mult{ple data collection method and data triangulation. The findings indicated that parenthood and neighborhood situation influcnced children in conflict with law to commit crimes and experience unwanted behaviors. CBCCs provided entel1ainment, empowerment, treatment and participatory activities. The activitics made CBCCs conducive for bringing about behavioral changes, develop di ffere nt skills and most importantly keep their contacts with family, relatives, fi·iends and other community members. The study found that there is no formal fo llow up system in reintegration process for children in conflict with the law. In addition, lack of good management, development induced displacement projects, negative perception towards the children and practices, and budgetary constraints are the major chal lenges encountered by CBCCs. Social workers, traditional support systems, multi stake holders, and vo lunteers are identified as assets for the practices ofCBCCs. However, their contribution was found limited. The study findings have implication to social work practice, education, research and advocacy. Key words: community based correction, chi ldren in conflict with the law, community assets
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    Community Based Correction Practices at Forum on Sustainable Child Empowerment (FSCE): Addis Ababa
    (Addis Ababa University, 2016-05) Mustefa, Dehab; Kasaye, Cmdr. Demelash(PhD)
    This study explored the practice of community based correction at Forum on Sustainable Child Empowerment (FSCE) in Addis Ababa. A purposive sampling technique and a qualitative research design with a case study approach were used. In accordance twelve sample sizes were taken from the children in conflict with the law who are in FSCE supported Community Based Correction Centers (CBCCs) located at Arada and Kolfe sub cities. Parents and key informants were also participated on in-depth interview. Data were analyzed using cross case analysis. During analysis the researcher ensured that the data were transparent, understandable to the reader and trustworthy by using multiple data collection method and data triangulation. The findings indicated that parenthood and neighborhood situation influenced children in conflict with law to commit crimes and experience unwanted behaviors. CBCCs provided entertainment, empowerment, treatment and participatory activities. The activities made CBCCs conducive for bringing about behavioral changes, develop different skills and most importantly keep their contacts with family, relatives, friends and other community members. The study found that there is no formal follow up system in reintegration process for children in conflict with the law. In addition, lack of good management, development induced displacement projects, negative perception towards the children and practices, and budgetary constraints are the major challenges encountered by CBCCs. Social workers, traditional support systems, multi stake holders, and volunteers are identified as assets for the practices of CBCCs. However, their contribution was found limited. The study findings have implication to social work practice, education, research and advocacy