Papers by Stève Cédric BIZIMANA
Nkumba Business Journal, 2021
This study examines the perception of inclusion of temporary agency workers in the client organiz... more This study examines the perception of inclusion of temporary agency workers in the client organization where they are assigned. It seeks to verify the influence of certain aspects characterizing the relationship between these workers and the client organization on their perception of organizational inclusion and the influence of the latter on their degree of investment in the organization. Based on a quantitative data collection methodology and a binary logistic regression data analysis, findings reveal that even if these workers have no formal (contractual) employment relationship with the client organization, if the quality of social interactions they have with permanent employees and their direct supervisor is highly maintained, they will definitely recognize themselves as full members of the client organization. This will lead in fine to a strong commitment of these temporary workers in the client organization and will enhance their investment.
Revue Ethique et Société, 2019
The paper assesses the mainstream of gender in the Burundian environmental policies regarding sus... more The paper assesses the mainstream of gender in the Burundian environmental policies regarding sustainable development. It argues that sustainable development could be achieved through long-term investments in economic, human and environmental capital. Although both all people are the direct cause of environmental issues, the study focuses on the role of women as "household managers" in the deterioration as well as in the conservation of environment. Thus, conservation of natural resources and promotion of environment should involve women in all the stages of the public policy making processes to achieve sustainable development. The paper outlines two key challenges to achieve sustainable development vis-à-vis gender and environment in Burundi, namely (i) the low-income status of the population in general, especially women and (ii) the lack of (and access to) knowledge and information about environmental conservation strategies. The paper shows that Burundi has assets that can enable sustainable management of its environment such as adequate political and legal instruments and institutional framework to steer the process. Effective implementation of these instruments and a strengthened steering framework would then affirm the commitment made by the government to promote women participation in environmental matters. This would, in corollary, lead to the learning, dissemination and use of good environmental practices nationwide, as well as women economic empowerment for an effective protection of the environment. A "holistic decision-making" process (which takes into account all the dimensions of the environmental problem including the gender dimension and ensures a participatory process) should, nevertheless, be the guiding principle as it promotes a participatory democracy.
International Journal of European Studies, 2020
Electronic government (E-government) refers to the use of Information and Communication Technolog... more Electronic government (E-government) refers to the use of Information and Communication Technology, and specifically the Internet, as a tool to achieve better government. Indeed, Information and Communication Technology have been introduced in the government sector in the past two (2) decades in an attempt to achieve greater operational efficiency and effectiveness and e-government development is one of the most important factors of public sector rationalization, as well as faster countries' development. Given the growing development of e-government strategies worldwide, the Government of Burundi has also recently taken several measures by introducing e-government services for ensuring easy access to government information and success. The paper has then assessed the e-government readiness of several Government institutions in Burundi. The paper has used a qualitative approach and a framework provided by the European Commission to assess the e-readiness of public institutions. Several interviews with key respondents and an extensive desk review were conducted to ensure an effective data collection process. Hence, the paper revealed that Burundi has one of the lowest e-readiness rate worldwide and comes in at the low end of most of the rankings. The major causes being the lack of political will and the development level of the country. E-government being a good governance reform, the Government of Burundi must ensure a proper political will and sound administrative activities to make the journey to an implementation of e-government more effective.
African Journal of Political Science and International Relations
From the mid-1980s onwards, a wave of decentralization reforms swept across the developing world.... more From the mid-1980s onwards, a wave of decentralization reforms swept across the developing world. A wide range of governments embarked on state reform processes aimed at transferring responsibilities, resources and authority from higher to lower levels of government. The Government of Burundi also embarked on a series of decentralization reforms. One of these reforms has been the decentralization of the health sector system. As important as decentralization reform is, it still lacks a clear understanding of its definition and different forms. Thus, the type of unit with which authority is shared or to which it is transferred in the decentralization process is critical for understanding the implications for good governance. The paper endeavored then to cover the different nuances of decentralization in relation to the Burundian health sector and tried to seek for the kind of decentralization forms this sector is using. Using an extensive desk review research, the paper tried to identify the type and degree of Burundian health care decentralization. Based on the Rondinelli typology, the paper found out that although a mix of different forms of decentralization was used at different level of the Health Care System because of all the reforms endeavored in that sector (for instance the Performance-Based Financing), the Burundian Health Care is a de-concentrated system and this implies that administrative responsibilities are transferred to locally based office/s of the central Ministry in charge of Public Health, within the health system, without no real autonomy (neither political nor financial).The main policy implication of the paper is that Decentralization is not an end-to-end process, but rather a learning and re-adjustment process. A mix of decentralization and recentralization strategies and the balance between those strategies can definitely improve the Burundian health care delivery.
Conference Presentations by Stève Cédric BIZIMANA
3e Forum des Jeunes Chercheurs & Assises Doctorales Francophones (ADF), 2021
Cette communication lance une discussion sur l’utilisation des Groupes de Discussion – GD (ou Foc... more Cette communication lance une discussion sur l’utilisation des Groupes de Discussion – GD (ou Focus-Groups) comme base d’une Recherche-Action (RA) efficace dans la planification de projets/programmes des Organisations Non-Gouvernementales (ONG) et, de ce fait, entend contribuer à la discussion sur la « dimension “Action” dans la Recherche face aux défis de l’Humanité aujourd’hui ». En effet, l’une des principales raisons d’échec de nombreux projets de développement et/ou humanitaire est l’incapacité des organisations chargées de leur mise en œuvre à engager le point de vue des bénéficiaires dans la phase de planification en amont et de ne pas saisir, in fine, les besoins « réels » de ces derniers. Méthodologiquement basée sur une approche ethnographique (observation participante et participation observante) et une étude documentaire, cette contribution propose l’utilisation de la RA qui, décrite comme une recherche participative, « démocratisante » et tournée vers l’action, s’avère être un outil pouvant aider ces organisations à s’engager dans un processus de recherche éducatif et dynamique aboutissant à une action sociale concrète et efficace. De plus, elle permet un développement et/ou un renforcement des capacités de tous ceux qui y participent (chercheur(s) et participants) par son caractère interactif. Enfin, la RA participative étant une recherche qualitative par essence, l’utilisation des GD permet de dévoiler la construction sociale du sens et des opinions des citoyens possesseurs d’une certaine expertise en tant que bénéficiaires réels de ces projets/programmes.
3rd International Conference on LGBT+ Psychology and Related Fields, 2022
Introduction: Worldwide, a growing body of evidence shows that Sexual and Gender Minorities (SGM)... more Introduction: Worldwide, a growing body of evidence shows that Sexual and Gender Minorities (SGM) report poorer mental health outcomes than the general population. In 2019, Burundi only accounted for three public mental health centers and three psychiatrists for a total of 11.53 million lives.
Aims: This study assessed SGM mental health and wellbeing and their access to mental healthcare services in Burundi.
Methods: The study used a Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) approach. Therefore, data was collected through a questionnaire survey, administered to a sample of 100 key respondents identifying as SGM residing in the provinces of Bujumbura-Mairie and Gitega between February and March 2019.
Results: The study showed significant rates of family rejection (62%), social exclusion (75%) and low self-esteem (60%) among our sample. It also showed a high rate of alcohol and other drug use (58%). Rates of depression feelings, suicidal thoughts and PTSD were surprisingly low (respectively 8%, 20% and 35%). Nevertheless, these rates were quite high compared to the general population mental health estimations (6% for suicidal ideation and 33.4% for PTSD for instance). Finally, 68% of our key respondents indicated they had never accessed mental healthcare services in their lifetime.
Conclusion: Generally, SGM in Burundi have mental health issues that have been mostly caused by experiences of family rejection, although their mental wellbeing seems to be acceptable. Unfortunately, they do not have access to mental healthcare services when needed. Programming should revolve around making those services available and more accessible to this particular subgroup of the population.
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Aims: This study assessed SGM mental health and wellbeing and their access to mental healthcare services in Burundi.
Methods: The study used a Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) approach. Therefore, data was collected through a questionnaire survey, administered to a sample of 100 key respondents identifying as SGM residing in the provinces of Bujumbura-Mairie and Gitega between February and March 2019.
Results: The study showed significant rates of family rejection (62%), social exclusion (75%) and low self-esteem (60%) among our sample. It also showed a high rate of alcohol and other drug use (58%). Rates of depression feelings, suicidal thoughts and PTSD were surprisingly low (respectively 8%, 20% and 35%). Nevertheless, these rates were quite high compared to the general population mental health estimations (6% for suicidal ideation and 33.4% for PTSD for instance). Finally, 68% of our key respondents indicated they had never accessed mental healthcare services in their lifetime.
Conclusion: Generally, SGM in Burundi have mental health issues that have been mostly caused by experiences of family rejection, although their mental wellbeing seems to be acceptable. Unfortunately, they do not have access to mental healthcare services when needed. Programming should revolve around making those services available and more accessible to this particular subgroup of the population.
Aims: This study assessed SGM mental health and wellbeing and their access to mental healthcare services in Burundi.
Methods: The study used a Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) approach. Therefore, data was collected through a questionnaire survey, administered to a sample of 100 key respondents identifying as SGM residing in the provinces of Bujumbura-Mairie and Gitega between February and March 2019.
Results: The study showed significant rates of family rejection (62%), social exclusion (75%) and low self-esteem (60%) among our sample. It also showed a high rate of alcohol and other drug use (58%). Rates of depression feelings, suicidal thoughts and PTSD were surprisingly low (respectively 8%, 20% and 35%). Nevertheless, these rates were quite high compared to the general population mental health estimations (6% for suicidal ideation and 33.4% for PTSD for instance). Finally, 68% of our key respondents indicated they had never accessed mental healthcare services in their lifetime.
Conclusion: Generally, SGM in Burundi have mental health issues that have been mostly caused by experiences of family rejection, although their mental wellbeing seems to be acceptable. Unfortunately, they do not have access to mental healthcare services when needed. Programming should revolve around making those services available and more accessible to this particular subgroup of the population.