http://hdl.handle.net/10174/1023 2026-07-31T08:01:33Z 2026-07-31T08:01:33Z Yaqun, L. Costa, Rosalina Pisco http://hdl.handle.net/10174/41238 2026-02-16T15:39:36Z 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Reconsidering Gender Norms in Childcare within Chinese Migrant Families in Portugal Authors: Yaqun, L.; Costa, Rosalina Pisco Abstract: Historically, Chinese societies have been characterized by patriarchal structures (Confucianism and filial piety) that assign distinct roles to men and women within the family unit. These norms typically dictate that women take on the primary responsibility for childcare and household duties, while men are expected to be the primary breadwinners. As the authors observe the second generation of Chinese immigrants settling in Portugal, the immigrants grapple with the significant challenge of striving to preserve cultural heritage with the adaptation to Western norms. Therefore, there is a growing recognition of the need to reassess these traditional gender norms. Women in these families are increasingly participating in the workforce, challenging the notion that childcare should be solely to their domain. This study focuses on the experiences of Chinese immigrants, including both married couples and single individuals residing in Portugal. Through qualitative research methods such as interviews (involving 25 participants) and observations, the research aims to gain a nuanced understanding of the attitude and engagement toward childcare, and the ways it differs between men and women in these immigrant families. Participants’ responses indicate that men’s anticipation of women dedicating more time to childcare is notably influenced by educational attainment and financial circumstances. Conversely, women generally believe that being exempt from labor is not a viable alternative irrespective of their educational qualifications. The traditional distribution of caregiving duties does not consistently apply to Chinese female immigrants. By exploring the influence of traditional Confucian culture on migrants’ perspectives and challenges in assuming parental responsibilities, this study highlights gender disparities among Chinese immigrants and propose solutions to address this gender conflict on division.

2024-01-01T00:00:00Z Confrey, Anita Hanrahan, James McTiernan, Connor Borges, Maria do Rosário Lima, Joana Serra, Jaime et al http://hdl.handle.net/10174/39971 2025-12-18T17:44:27Z 2025-12-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Tourism education in Europe and the road to Net-Zero: Are universities doing enough? Authors: Confrey, Anita; Hanrahan, James; McTiernan, Connor; Borges, Maria do Rosário; Lima, Joana; Serra, Jaime; et al Abstract: The European Union's goal to achieve Net-Zero by 2050 places sustainability pressures on sectors like tourism. Higher education institutions (HEIs) play a critical role in aligning tourism education with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). However, the extent to which European tourism HEIs embed sustainability into curricula remains unclear. This study introduces a multi-dimensional framework to assess how tourism degree directors across European HEIs implement and report the integration of (1) UNSDGs, (2) sustainability literacy, and (3) decarbonisation-related content. An exploratory survey was conducted among course directors in five EU countries through the EU-Green Alliance network, focusing on curricular practices and reported content inclusion rather than attitudinal perceptions. Findings show that although most curricula reference the UNSDGs, coverage is uneven. Sustainability literacy is generally addressed, but gaps remain in climate-specific competencies. Critically, decarbonisation and emissions-related education are largely absent, highlighting the need for targeted curriculum enhancements. While HEIs are progressing toward sustainability, deeper curricular integration is needed to support Net-Zero ambitions.

2025-12-01T00:00:00Z Baltazar, Maria da Saudade Garcia, João Viegas, Graça Fonseca, Dinis http://hdl.handle.net/10174/39683 2025-11-27T00:24:59Z 2023-07-26T23:00:00Z

Title: Vidas ocultas e percursos adiados: (des)conexões entre políticas públicas epráticas institucionais sobre a violência doméstica [Hidden lives and lostpaths: (dis)connections between public policies and institutional practices ondomestic violence] Authors: Baltazar, Maria da Saudade; Garcia, João; Viegas, Graça; Fonseca, Dinis Editors: Garcia, Ana Isabel; Cabezas, Elena Abstract: Este ensaio tem como finalidade conhecer as práticas organizacionais quepotenciem uma intervenção mais eficaz no combate à violência doméstica,na perspetiva de vítimas e de profissionais. Trata-se de uma investigaçãoqualitativa, baseada na análise de conteúdo a relatórios públicos e aentrevistas aplicadas a diferentes atores. O quadro legal portuguêsencontra-se atualizado e, na redação atual, assume um papel inovador nocombate à violência doméstica. As práticas dos atores da Rede Nacional deApoio às Vítimas de Violência Doméstica (RNAVVD) são dissemelhantes,encontrando-se práxis com diversos graus de sucesso. Em prol daprevenção dos homicídios em violência doméstica, recomenda-se que oGoverno português promova ferramentas de monitorização da qualidade dosserviços disponibilizados às utentes vítimas de violência doméstica.

2023-07-26T23:00:00Z Baltazar, Maria da Saudade Santos, Marcos http://hdl.handle.net/10174/39660 2025-11-27T00:17:13Z 2023-05-18T23:00:00Z

Title: Metodologías para apoyar la implementación, en el municipio de Évora (Portugal), de políticas de prevención y protección social dirigidas a las Personas Sin Hogar: una experiencia de investigación-acción colaborativa entre la sociedad civil y la universidad [Methodologies to support the implementation, in the municipality of Évora (Portugal), of prevention and social protection policies aimed at the Homeless: An experience of collaborative action-research between civil society and university] Authors: Baltazar, Maria da Saudade; Santos, Marcos Editors: Pizarro, Segundo Valmorisco; Carlos, de Fuentes García Romero de Abstract: The article intends to present for appreciation and debate, a set of action-research methodologies, with a view to supporting prevention and social protection measures when working with vulnerable groups, namely homeless people. Based on an experience between the university and civil society, collaborative practices and skills to be mobilized by professionals who intervene in these publics, in the municipality of Évora (Portugal) are highlighted. It is intended, to provide professionals with knowledge with a view to qualifying their work with vulnerable groups, in a context of an integrated production of knowledge and practices between academics and technicians, who develop intervention work on the homeless

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