Saudi Cultural Missions Theses & Dissertations
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Item Restricted Equity in Health: Analysing the Accessibility of Australia's Tertiary Public and Private Healthcare(The University of Western Australia, 2026-01-01) azeem, Mazen Ba; Kruger, Estie; Tennant, MarcThis thesis undertakes an exhaustive analysis of tertiary healthcare accessibility in Australia, juxtaposing public and private sector distribution against the backdrop of the socio-economic landscape. It critically assesses healthcare services availability, particularly during the unprecedented challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The study employs geospatial analysis and GIS mapping to evaluate the socioeconomic status of the population residing near the facilities, location and accessibility of Emergency Departments (EDs) in tertiary public and private healthcare facilities across the country and explore their readiness in the face of potential pandemics. The socio-economic variables within different buffer zones are scrutinised to reveal the impact on healthcare access during the health crisis. By integrating Australian experiences during COVID-19, the research highlights the variances in healthcare accessibility, accentuating the strains on hospitals with EDs and the innovative implementation of field centres in high-density regions to counteract service gaps. The thesis also discusses the socioeconomic determinants that exacerbate disparities in healthcare provision, offering insights into the stratification of health equity. The findings suggest that, despite Australia's robust healthcare system, critical areas require strategic enhancement to ensure preparedness for future pandemics. Recommendations include the need to address healthcare inequalities and improve service accessibility in Australia’s urban, rural and remote areas, as well as the establishment of temporary healthcare facilities in strategically identified locations to bolster the resilience of healthcare infrastructure. The conclusions drawn herein provide a pathway for policymakers to fortify healthcare systems against the backdrop of socio-economic disparities, aiming for an equitable distribution of healthcare resources.39 0Item Restricted The Impact of Companies in Saudi Arabia Employing Citizens in The Private Sector, And How Does This Relate to The Development of Saudisation Under Vision 2030.(Loughborough University, 2024-03-10) Albahooth, Feras; Leite, HigorThe implementation of the Saudisation programme in Saudi Arabia has elicited considerable scholarly interest in recent years. This study examined the implementation of Saudisation policy in the private sector, the programme’s benefits and challenges, and its contributions to Vision 2030. Eight managers from private organisations were recruited through purposive sampling to participate in the study. Data from these participants were collected using semi-structured interviews and analysed through thematic analysis. The study established that while the percentage of Saudi employees in the private sector has increased substantially, their composition is skewed to non-technical fields. The findings further revealed that implementing the Saudisation policy could lead to workforce sustainability in the private industry, increased opportunities to train local talents, and allow individuals to establish and run businesses in Saudi Arabia. These benefits notwithstanding, the study uncovered various obstacles hindering the implementation of the policy among private entities. Commonly experienced hurdles include a shortage of skilled local talents, Saudi nationals’ reluctance to work in the private sector, and the inadequacy of Taqat in talent screening. Despite these challenges, the study found that the Saudisation policy can contribute to the realisation of Vision 2030 goals by alleviating unemployment rates and boosting the country’s economy fortunes through increased investments by locals. Keywords: Saudisation, localisation, Nitaqat, private sector, Saudi nationals, expatriates, Vision 203024 0Item Restricted Reducing Plastic Pollution In Saudi Arabia: An Analysis Of Global Plastic Pollution Mitigation Policies And The Role Of Private/Ngo Sectors(Saudi Digital Library, 2023-09-20) Iskandarani, Ayman; Weikard, Hans-PeterPlastic contamination has emerged as a worldwide issue in the past few years as a result of the high dependence on plastic materials. Saudi Arabia is affected by this issue and has barely any adequate strategy to fight it. This study was undertaken to analyze various policy instruments that mitigate plastic pollution and to understand the potential contributions of NGO and private sector involvement in Saudi Arabia toward this issue. Thus, it raises two questions: What multi-dimensional policies are identified globally for combating macroplastic pollution, and how do they perform against social, economic, environmental, and technical criteria? To what extent can the Saudi private sector’s and NGOs’ involvement contribute to reducing macroplastic waste? This study revealed a set of policy combinations that received the highest scores in the criteria. Additionally, it is significant as it taps into various stakeholders’ perspectives, exposing underlying challenges and visions, thereby providing a comprehensive outlook on the plastic pollution problem within Saudi Arabia. The study employed a mixed-method approach, and two phases were carried out. The first phase included a literature review to identify multi-dimensional policies implemented worldwide to combat macroplastic pollution and their social, economic, environmental, and technical performances. The policy instruments were: Ban & plastic limits (Regulatory), Tax & Cash for Return (Economic), and Education & Labeling (Informational). Afterward, Multi Criteria Analysis (MCA) tables were created for each instrument. In the second phase, eight experts from the private sector and NGOs in Saudi Arabia were interviewed to understand better how their efforts might impact consumer behavior and reduce macroplastic waste. After collecting data from the interviews, quantitative and qualitative data analyses were applied. The findings from the MCA tables showed higher scores for plastic limits, cash for return, and education. Additionally, the ban instrument received the lowest score (19 out of 30) among all categories, while education achieved the highest (23 out of 30). The outcomes from the quantitative and qualitative analyses of the interviews highlighted unanimous validation by NGO sector experts for a multi-stakeholder approach to creating effective plastic pollution reduction policies. Insights from private sector experts detailed the significant role of consumer behavior, stakeholder collaboration, and a multifaceted approach to pollution reduction. Challenges identified included potential conflicts between stakeholders, hesitations in policy making, and economic barriers. Expert interviews further expanded on effective strategies, focusing on education, awareness, regulation, and the use of industrial alternatives. The responses highlighted differences in priorities between the private sector and NGOs and emphasized the importance of collective action, community integration, and government support. These findings illustrate the complex factors in the effort to combat plastic pollution in Saudi Arabia. Further steps might include examining consumers’ perspectives and existing policies toward traditional plastic materials.39 0