ТЕНДЕНЦИИ НА ПРЕСТЪПНОСТТА В БЪЛГАРИЯ 2000 – 2010

Author(s): Tihomir Bezlov,Philip Gounev,Alexander Gerganov / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 2011

The present study examines cime trends in Bulgaria between 2000 and 2010 based on a comparison between surveys of crime victims (National Crime Survey) and police statistics. In addition to overall crime trends data, the report presents data on ten different categories of crime, as well as regional specifics of crime in Bulgaria. Criminal justice and socio-economic data is also analysed in an attempt to explain the observed trends in crime.

Тенденции на престъпността в България: полицейска статистика и виктимизационни изследвания

Author(s): Tihomir Bezlov,Philip Gounev,Alexander Stoyanov,Maria Yordanova / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 2005

The report uses a crime victimization survey as an alternative analytical tool to make an independent assessment of the crime situation in Bulgaria for the period 2001–2004. The crime victimization survey polls people’s experiences with crime. Unlike official government crime statistics, the regular crime victimization surveys help the police and government authorities, as well as the public to understand: • whether the official police crime data reflect the real crime rate and crime trends; • the volume of the unreported crime; • the reasons victims do not report crimes to the police; • whether the police avoids registering reported crimes; • the profile of the social groups that are most at risk of falling victims to crime.

Теоријски концепт за проучавање цивилизација као друштвено-географских система

Author(s): Mirko Grčić / Language(s): Serbian / Issue: 6/2009

The basic hypothesis in this article is that civilizations have systemic attributes. The aim is to make a conception of systemic approach in the geography of civilizations as the geographic discipline. The article gives a model of the civilization structure and explores systemic attributes that give new light on the civilization process, as a process of genesis, evolution and transformation of civilizations in space.

Транспорт, контрабанда и организирана престъпност

Author(s): Tihomir Bezlov,Philip Gounev,Emil Tzenkov,Petkan Iliev / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 2004

The report analyses the participation of transportation companies in smuggling practices, more specifically: • it examines and describes a range of companies and individuals involved in organized crime groups whose main business is the trafficking of consumer goods; • it also gives and overview of the criminal and semi-legal networks involved in smuggling Chinese and Turkish goods; • it presents new data on oil and oil products smuggling; • it examines the role of duty-free shops and their involvement in illicit cigarettes imports.

Трансформация менталитета и жизнеспособность российской цивилизации

Author(s): Nikolai Nikolaevich Vasilyev / Language(s): Russian / Issue: 3/2016

The article traces the directions of transformation of the Russian mental foundations. Considered are such categories as feeling of national dignity, self-respect — self-disrespect; readiness for fight, civil activity — lack of will; religiousness — godlessness; collegiality — individualism; not moneymaking — greed; justice — benefit. The conclusion is drawn that decomposition of civilization bases begins with elite of society and various groups which have joined it.

Трафик на деца сред уязвими общности

Author(s): Kamelia Dimitrova,Yva Alexandrova / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 2015

The current report looks at three specific forms of trafficking in persons: child trafficking for begging, for pickpocketing and for sexual exploitation of boys and the way they manifest themselves among Roma communities. The report examines the profiles of victims and discusses the vulnerability factors that make the Roma minority a particular group at risk. The study provides empirical knowledge on the mechanisms of recruitment and exploitation of victims in order to inform identification efforts and counter-trafficking responses. Particular attention is devoted to the policy and measures for assistance of victims. In this field, the report identifies specific gaps in assistance and the way they affect Roma victims in particular, and suggests how child victim assistance could be improved. The active involvement of Roma organisations in the research through participatory methods aimed to gain a deeper understanding of the risk factors involved, bring knowledge back to the communities and support Roma experts’ involvement in counter-trafficking policy and mechanisms.

Укрепване на правосъдието и правоприлагането в граничните райони

Author(s): Maria Yordanova,Dimitar Markov / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 2007

The report makes an overview of the general problems and specifics in the detection, investigation and punishment of cross-border crime, i.e. actions, connected with illegal crossing of or illegal transfer of goods across the border. The publication also presents views about the necessary measures – legislative, organizational and technical – for enhancing justice and law enforcement in the districts close to the Bulgarian-Turkish, Bulgarian-Macedonian and the Southern Black Sea borders.

Употребата на наркотиците в България. Национално представително изследване, декември 2002 г. - януари 2003 г.

Author(s): Author Not Specified / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 2003

On March 14, 2003 the Center for the Study of Democracy hosted a round table on Public-Private Partnerships in Preventing Drug Abuse and Trafficking. Experts from government agencies and non-governmental organizations were invited to the discussion. Experts from the Working Group on the Abuse and Trafficking of Drugs at the Center for the Study of Democracy presented the results of the first national representative survey on drugs consumption in Bulgaria. Experts from the Sofia Directorate of Internal Affairs, the National Service for Combating Organized Crime, Customs Agency, National Council on Narcotics, Bulgarian Youth Red Cross and Free and Democratic Bulgaria Foundation took part in the discussion.

Употребяващите наркотици в затвора: опитът на Норвегия и предизвикателствата пред България

Author(s): Dimitar Markov,Hedda Giertsen,Maria Doichinova / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 2016

Publication looks over the situation of drug users in two European countries – Norway, known for its social and welfare-oriented state, and Bulgaria, which since the beginning of the transition from totalitarism to democracy lacks sustainable policies on prisons and drugs. The aim of this work is to comparatively present the penal policy towards drug users and the measures taken for convicted people addicted to narcotic substances, to identify those features which can be transferable and can assist Bulgarian authorities to improve the situation of drug users in and outside the prison. Finally, this research will try to propose concrete measures to be taken both within the penitentiary system and as crime prevention efforts among drug users.

Управление на енергийния сектор и енергийна (не)сигурност в България

Author(s): Ruslan Stefanov,Todor Galev,Martin Tsanov,Martin Vladimirov,Nadejda Gantcheva / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 2014

This report explores the major governance deficiencies in the Bulgarian energy policy regarding the strategic, institutional, and legal framework of the sector. The report focuses on state capture of energy policy by private political and economic interests that led to bad management practices in the sector, to lack of consistency in the legal and regulatory framework, to deteriorating investment environment, and to the involvement of the country in infrastructure projects that undermine the national long-term strategy and policy priorities. This has affected negatively the Bulgarian taxpayers and consumers, has jeopardized the financial stability of the state-owned energy companies, and, ultimately, has reduced the energy security of the country. The report recommends that the implementation of the country’s energy policy should be reconsidered and should be based on EU priorities and on sound cost-benefit analyses with regard to Bulgaria’s energy security.

Управлението на зелената енергетика в България на кръстопът

Author(s): Ruslan Stefanov,Denitza Mantcheva,Nikolay Tagarov,Dobromir Hristov,Valentina Nikolova / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 2011

The current report reviews existing policies for energy sustainability in Bulgaria and the EU, the main achievements and challenges in their implementation, and discusses the central issues to Bulgaria’s sustainable development agenda. The report presents a summary of the transition to sustainable development in Bulgaria, and offers policy recommendations for improving the governance of the Bulgarian green energy sector. Achieving security, sustainability, and competitiveness in the energy sector is a daunting task for a union of twenty-seven states, especially since the issue of securing the supply of energy has traditionally been a national matter. In their drive to reach climate change and energy targets during the past decade, European governments have utilized quick fix solutions like turning to nuclear power or replacing coal with gas, thus burdening future generations with nuclear waste disposal and increasing EU’s energy dependence on Russia. Yet, two major events – the gas crisis of January 2009 and the Fukusima nuclear disaster of March 2011 – have reshaped the thinking and rekindled the debate on the ways of achieving energy security and stability of supply in Europe.

Устойчиво развитие и добро управление на енергийния сектор: национални, регионални и глобални перспективи

Author(s): / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 2011

The present reader is a continuation of the efforts of the Center for the Study of Democracy to better inform the national institutions, energy companies and the Bulgarian society with a view to sustainable development and good governance in the energy sector. Good governance in the energy sector is necessary for the prosperity of any country, regardless of its level of development or the scale of its economy. Energy is the foundation of any modern economic activity. In order to achieve or maintain the level of high-tech development in modern societies, it is necessary to ensure, through appropriate management methods and for every sector of the economy, secure access to energy at affordable prices. The book was prepared by a team of the Center for the Study of Democracy with coordinator Nikolay Tagarov, Senior Analyst at the Center's Sociological Program. The team also includes: Ruslan Stefanov, Director, Economic Program, Denitsa Mancheva, Analyst, Economic Program, Maria Doichinova, Associate, Legal Program, Dr. Dobromir Hristov, Research Assistant, Economic Program, Valentina Nikolova, Analyst, Economic Program, and Genika Boshnakova, editor.

Участието в проекти – качествен инструмент за мотивация на ученици и учители

Author(s): Ivaylo Staribratov / Language(s): Bulgarian / Issue: 4/2017

The article shares the school experience in developing and participating in various projects over the last ten years. The approach to accomplishing these projects is an essential part of the motivation for better inclusion in the learning process both by students and teachers. Professional competencies are enhanced substantially among students who have completed internship outside of Bulgaria. The acquaintance of the teachers with the organization and curricula of the other European countries increases the quality of the regular educational process in our school.

Ученическите емоции удоволствие, тревожност и скучаене в процеса на учене по време на час

Author(s): Nina Gerdzhikova / Language(s): Bulgarian / Issue: 3/2016

The article presents data from the survey of 12-15 years-old students. The data show that students do not experience strong emotions during class. 79,1% of students would be absent from class if they are feeling tension. At the same time, 69,7% of students never or very seldom would be left demonstratively the classes. These data clearly show the attitude of students to control their negative emotions in accordance to the requirements of the teacher to them. The educational status of the mother doesn’t influence the type of emotional behavior.

Уязвими групи лишени от свобода: Наръчник

Author(s): Alejandro Forero Cuéllar,María Celeste Tortosa,Klaus Dreckmann,Dimitar Markov,Maria Doichinova / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 2015

In prison, certain groups of inmates are subject to disadvantages due to specifics of their origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, etc. These groups usually need special treatment, which is not always provided, which leads to unequal treatment and violation of their rights. This handbook examines the situation of such vulnerable groups within the prison systems of Belgium, Bulgaria, Germany, Lithuania and Spain. Starting from the classification of the UN Handbook on Prisoners with special needs and looking at the different national contexts, the authors identify different groups as vulnerable in different countries. In order to encompass as many groups as possible, their list was extended to include some particularly marginalised groups, such as sex offenders, prisoners with disabilities, etc. Each group is viewed in context, explaining the situations of vulnerability both generally and in the selected countries. From one side, the handbook presents the efforts for compensation of vulnerabilities in every country available in the legislation or provided by prison authorities or other actors. From the other side, it identifies the gaps in the measures and practices, which vary both from country to country and from group to group.

Факторите, които влияят на ангажираността на служителите

Author(s): Albena Vasileva / Language(s): Bulgarian / Issue: 2/2017

The article presents some of the factors that affect employee engagement in terms of different models and practices for measuring and enhancing engagement. The presented models were developed by famous consulting companies like Gallup Organization and Aon Hewitt, by Wilmar Schaufeli and Patrick Lenchioni as well as analyses of recommendations given at Forbes articles in this sphere.

Феномен сожительства в северном регионе: масштабы, причины и демографические последствия

Author(s): S. A. Sukneva,A. S. Barashkova / Language(s): Russian / Issue: 1/2019

Understanding cohabitation not only as a sign of the institutional crisis of the traditional marriage, but also as a recognition of the objectivity of this phenomenon necessitates consideration in sparsely populated remote regions of the country. At present in Yakutia every sixth married couple prefers to not register their marriage relationship and this without a doubt is one of the reasons for simplification and the deterioration of the family composition of the population of the Republic. From 2002 to 2010 the total number of married people remained almost the same, while the number of cohabitants rose 1,4 times. Very significant territorial differences can be found in the character of the changes in this indicator for both the general population and representatives of the three cohorts. Based on the materials of the survey and the group-focused interviews, causes and possible demographic consequences of the phenomenon of cohabitation are analyzed. The respondents mentioned “the opportunity to test this marriage” factor as the main one. This answer prevails in the responses of both men and women, regardless of their place of residence. Among other arguments of loyal and even sympathetic attitudes toward cohabitation, the respondents mention such notions and opportunities as: trusting each other and the ease of termination in case of failure. In each focus group, it was noted that illegitimate forms of marriage is brought from outside, is — in a way — some kind of “fashion”. This fashion for Yakuts mentality is detrimental. An important argument for the critical attitude of the society towards the phenomenon of cohabitation is also its restrictive effect on the birth-rate.

Центровете за изнесени услуги като глобални „спасители“: краткосрочна перспектива, престижна алтернатива или социална принуда за младежите в България

Author(s): Niya Neykova / Language(s): Bulgarian / Issue: 1-2/2016

The paper sets forth the task of continuing the tradition of Cultural Studies’ approach to contemporary youth cultures in Bulgaria. Based on fieldwork (a participant observation in two outsourcing companies and in-depth interviews), the analysis presents the new opportunity on the labor market, rapidly turning into a major option for youths in big cities – the outsourcing companies (Bulgaria is currently considered to be among top outsourcing destinations). The text is an effort to comprehend the unprecedented development of this sector in the last fifteen years and in particular the work of client service centers which are mainly outsourced in the country. This reveals some changes in the labor market, in youth alternatives for work, but also in the idea for successful career development and for an adequate professional biography. Specific media rhetoric meets the specific professional strategies of three groups of youths who consider such professional realization respectively as short-term perspective, as prestigious alternative or as social constraint, all this when “import” of corporative culture in Bulgaria does not take into consideration regional factors in relation with country specific context which produces different type of workforce in the sector, with different motivation and requiring different methods of loyalty building.

ЦИТИРАНА ЛИТЕРАТУРА

Author(s): Author Not Specified / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 0

Частни интереси определят решенията за големите инфраструктурни проекти в българската енергетика

Author(s): Author Not Specified / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 2015

Less than one-sixth of citizens believe the government is independent and takes the key decisions for infrastructure projects in the energy sector in the interest of society. More than half of the population indicates that government decisions are dominated by foreign governments, and the interests of local oligarchs and economic groups and international companies are being put forward. These opinions are not influenced by education, age, employment or size of the settlement.