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Концепция за по-ефективно гражданско участие в подпомагането на уязвими групи

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The concept for more effective civic participation in support of four vulnerable groups aims to identify legislative changes, improvement of practices and policy development by decision makers and the civil society to facilitate vulnerable communities in their interaction with state institutions and establish effective support mechanisms. The publication proposes concrete solutions and a roadmap for their implementation for each of these groups - prisoners, victims of human trafficking, victims of domestic violence, asylum seekers and other vulnerable groups of foreigners.

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Подкрепа на уязвимите групи пред държавата: ролята на гражданските организации

Author(s): Maria Doichinova,Yva Alexandrova,Miriana Ilcheva,Svetla Encheva / Language(s): Bulgarian

The study analyses the mechanisms for interaction between public institutions and NGOs in supporting four vulnerable groups: persons deprived of their liberty, victims of trafficking in human beings, domestic violence survivors, and persons seeking international protection and other vulnerable foreigner nationals. Furthermore, it identifies trends in the cooperation between institutions and NGOs in assisting these communities. The report sums up the profile of the bodies and organisations involved and identifies problems in their interaction. Instruments for cooperation between public institutions and NGOs in relation to each vulnerable group are reviewed in detail, both on legislative and practical level. Correlations between identified problems and aspects of the interaction between public institutions and NGOs that could help resolve these problems are highlighted. In conclusion, recommendations are made to involve civil society in providing comprehensive support, in particular legal, social and administrative assistance, to vulnerable persons. These recommendations rest on the shared experience and opinions by public authorities and civil society, as well as on applicable foreign models and good practices.

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Innovation Management, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability (IMES 2017)

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The 5th International Conference Innovation Management, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability (IMES 2017) took place on May 25-26, 2017 at the University of Economics, Prague. The conference was organised by the Department of Entrepreneurship of the University of Economics, Prague, Czech Republic in cooperation with Faculty of Management, Comenius University in Bratislava, Slovakia and Perm National Research Polytechnic University, Russia and other partners.Sound keynote speakers – William B. Gartner (Copenhagen Business School), Bengt Johannisson (Linnaeus University), Jerzy Cieślik (Kozminski University), Art Gogatz (World Innovation Team), Alistair J. Fee (Queen´s University Belfast), Lorraine M. Uhlaner (EDHEC Business School in Roubaix), Matt Johnson (Leuphana Universität Lüneburg), and Martin Lukeš (University of Economics in Prague), discussed the trends in the fields of innovation management, entrepreneurship and sustainability. The conference aimed to achieve academic excellence in a regional context and to establish a platform for mutual collaboration, exchange and dissemination of ideas among researchers and professionals.This conference proceedings contain contributions of the conference participants presented during both days of the conference. Authors of papers come from 20 countries all over the world, namely from Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Chile, Lithuania, Nigeria, Paraguay, Poland, Russia, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and USA. All these contributions have successfully passed the doubleblind peer-review process.

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Правната наука и бизнесът – заедно за устойчиво развитие на икономиката. Сборник доклади

Author(s): / Language(s): English,Bulgarian,Russian

The book is published as a result of a round table – project SPC – 167/2016, pursuant to contract for partial financing of scientific forum according to Regulation №3 of MES 27.11.2015. The reports published are not edited and corrected. The authors shall bear the full liability for their content and originality and mistakes due to their fault. This book or parts of it cannot be reproduced, distributed on electronic way and copied without the written consent of the publisher.

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Из говора на село Драганово

Author(s): Rumen Stoyanov / Language(s): Bulgarian

The gardening in Hungary owes much to three Bulgarian settlements: Lyaskovets, Draganovo, Polikraishte. Two museums (in Budapest and Lyaskovets) testify to the importance of this link in Bulgarian-Hungarian relations. Draganovo is a village in Gorna Oryahovitsa Municipality, in Central Bulgaria. Draganovo is known in the area for its farms and vegetable gardens. Due to the fertile soil around the village, it is one of the main producers of cabbage and tomatoes in the central/northeastern regions of Bulgaria. After World War II gardeners from Draganovo has been dispatched to Hungary and other parts of Europe to help rebuild the land and make it fertile again. The river Yantra flows through the village. The river contributes for the village's fertile soils. In this book, you will find specific words, part of the dialect of speech from the village Draganovo, collected in a dictionary by Rumen Stoyanov.

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Istoria Letoniei

Author(s): Silviu-Marian Miloiu,Edgars Plētiens,Kristīne Ante,Valters Ščerbinskis,Bogdan-Alexandru Schipor / Language(s): Romanian

The book approaches the history of Latvia from the earlist traces of human habitat to the present. It is a rather detailed analysis blending methods of political history, social history, economic history, international relations, nationalities studies, etc. and tackling the main lines of history of all communities living or which have lived in Latvia.

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Proceedings of the 11th International RAIS Conference on Social Sciences

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This publication presents the Proceedings of the 11th International RAIS Conference on Social Sciences held at Johns Hopkins University, in Montgomery County Campus, Rockville, MD, on November 19-20, 2018. The Conference was organized by Research Association for Interdisciplinary Studies.

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Членството на България в Европейския съюз: пет години по-късно

Author(s): / Language(s): English,Bulgarian

This book collects scientific papers and reports presented on the conference ‘The Membership of Bulgaria in the EU: Five Years Later’ organized by the International Economic Relations and Business Department at University of National and World Economy (UNWE), Sofia, Bulgaria. The conference, held on 15 October 2012, traditionally provided a stage for prominent academics, dedicated PhD students and professionals to discuss contemporary topics related to multiple aspects of the European integration, its effects on the Bulgarian economy, socio-economic environment, international business and relations, finance and politics. The contributors to this edition review the recent changes in the EU’s budgetary policy, the progress of the banking union as well as the political union and sentiments among the member states. Another thematic circle are the consequences of the financial crisis and the changes introduced to the banking sector, especially regarding the monitoring, supervisory mechanisms and capital requirements. Following the same context, the macroeconomic imbalance procedure is being discussed, analysis on the regional economic integration of Bulgaria, competitiveness, and country’s external trade is presented as well as a research on the public procurement procedures. Readers would find more on the climate change implications, energy security in the EU and the utilization of renewables as a tool to address those concerns. Another group of authors study the contemporary human resource management in the complex business environment, product positioning and marketing. ‘The Membership of Bulgaria in the EU: Five Years Later’ is an annually organized academic event with the vision to foster open dialogue, offer contemporary research and exchange of ideas between fellow academics, policy makers, businesses, stakeholders and the public.

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Кога изкуството спира да бъде изкуство?

Author(s): Metin Shahin / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly shaping contemporary art, raising debates on authorship, originality, and the value of algorithm-generated works. This report explores AI’s impact on visual arts, music, and literature, addressing both its benefits and challenges, including job displacement, cultural homogenization, and copyright concerns. It highlights the need for balance between technological innovation and ethical principles to ensure fairness and sustainability in creative industries. The report also examines philosophical questions about creativity and whether machines can replicate human experiences. Ultimately, it suggests that the future of art will likely be a hybrid collaboration between humans and AI, unlocking new artistic possibilities.

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Съвременни дискусии относно разбирането за корупция

Author(s): Tedi Nikolov / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

In this report, I briefly present the need to define corruption. The main aim of this paper is an attempt to be made for clarifying the essence of corruption. For achieving this goal various definitions and approaches to corruption are described. Some of the definitions are used at the state level, while others in the scientific theory in law, sociology, or political science. Corruption is a multi-layered phenomenon that exists in different spheres of society and in different forms, therefore the approaches to understanding it must be well selected, and its essence must be well explained.

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Трафикът на хора в България

Author(s): Mila Milchova / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

The report is devoted to a significant social problem, particularly relevant for the Bulgarian society-human trafficking. In order to address the need for structured knowledge on the subject, it examines the concept of human trafficking, the types of victims and the common schemes for their exploitation. The picture of the phenomenon is complemented by data on the prevalence of this crime, its historical overview and an analysis of the motives behind this type of criminal act, the work of organised criminal groups. The text concludes with a presentation of the response to human trafficking in Bulgaria.

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Ролята на изкуствения интелект в трансформацията на хотелиерската индустрия: предимства и предизвикателства

Author(s): Agnes Bacheva / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

Artificial intelligence (AI) plays a crucial role in the transformation of the hospitality industry, providing new and innovative opportunities for significantly improving customer service and optimizing operational processes. This article examines the main advantages and challenges associated with the effective implementation of AI in the hotel sector. Specific examples of successful AI applications are analyzed, as well as the necessity for substantial investments in staff training and data security. The article also offers guidelines and opportunities for future research in this field. It emphasizes the importance of strategic and careful implementation of AI to achieve competitive advantages and sustainable growth in the hospitality industry.

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Risk Management in Bank of America

Author(s): David Todorov / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

This paper gives general information about Bank of America and analyzes the risks faced by the Bank and the strategies it adopted for risk management. Four major risk categories were particularly focused on: liquidity risk, credit risk, market risk and exchange rate risk in this paper. The study examined the bank's risk exposure in these areas, assessed the effectiveness of its risk management practices, and evaluated the impact of market volatility on its financial performance. The paper provides insights into the bank's overall risk position and emphasizes the importance of effective risk management practices in the banking industry.

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Analysis of the Advantages and Disadvantages for Capital Market-Oriented SMES in the Disclosure of ESG Information

Author(s): Luca Dickmeiß / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

The disclosure of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) information presents both advantages and challenges for capital market-oriented small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). ESG transparency can enhance a company’s attractiveness to investors, improve access to capital, and boost financial stability by improving credit ratings and lowering financing costs. Additionally, proactive ESG reporting strengthens market reputation and long-term sustainability strategies, positioning SMEs as responsible and forward-thinking in a competitive market. However, the process is also resource-intensive, requiring significant investments in personnel, expertise, and bureaucratic systems. SMEs may struggle with the complexities of collecting and analyzing ESG data, especially related to emissions, and face high costs of reporting, which could strain their financial and operational capacities. While ESG disclosure can offer significant market benefits, companies must weigh these against the financial and administrative burdens, carefully considering their strategic priorities before adopting reporting practices, especially ahead of the mandatory deadline in 2026.

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LONGO MAI

Author(s): Paul Braun,Beatrix Graf / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

Longo mai began in the early 1970s as a response to youth disillusionment with industrial society, evolving into a network of rural cooperatives across Europe focused on sustainable living, self-sufficiency, and solidarity. Over time, the movement launched social and political initiatives, including support for refugees, local radio, and international cooperation projects, notably in Eastern Europe and the former Yugoslavia. It aims to model a multicultural, cooperative society grounded in anti-racism, collective self-management, and resistance to competitive capitalism.

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Key Risky Events in Citigroup

Author(s): Krasimir Mihaylov / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

Being such an enormous global financial institution, Citigroup has encountered a large number of risky events throughout the years. Each of these risky events demonstrates the complexity and interconnectedness of the risks that Citigroup, and every large bank faces. Since 2000, the bank has taken more than 27 billion dollars in penalties. From credit and market risks to operational and compliance challenges, these incidents have shaped the bank’s approach to risk management and reinforced the need for continuous improvements in its systems, controls, and oversight mechanisms. However, recent events highlight that there is one particular risk that is hard to regulate and standardize. This paper will provide an alternative for operational risk management as a common international standard for bank solution systems.

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Оценка на състоянието на сектор Строителство в България за периода 2018 – 2022 година

Author(s): Ognyan Ganev / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

In this article the data of the major economic indicators characterizing sector: "Construction in the Republic of Bulgaria" are presented, examined and recapitulated. The major economic indicators in sector: "Construction in the Republic of Bulgaria" for which statistical information is collected are the following: number of enterprises, realized turnover, production output, added value on factor cost, purchase of goods and services, labor cost, remuneration costs and number of people employed. By means of the analysis of the economic indicators made the tendencies of change and progression are described, the factors influencing their change are summarized.

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Дигитални стратегии и управленски предизвикателства в условията на навлизане на изкуствен интелект

Author(s): Svetla Tsenova / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

The rapid development of digital technologies significantly increases the need for adapting organizational strategies and transforming business models, necessitating a holistic reformatting of the organization at various levels and through different lenses. In the current environmental conditions, where it becomes clear that the old pursuit of endless growth leads to overproduction and irresponsible and senseless waste of finite resources, which does not meet the current imperatives for environmental sustainability, sustainable development, and reasonable consumption, it is time for a disruptive shift in the economic paradigm. This backdrop sets the stage for new behavior and thinking among economic entities. Most of them see solutions not in the previous incremental improvements but in the revolutionary opportunities offered by digitalization, the management of and through big data, and artificial intelligence. And yes, artificial intelligence is a zero-waste technology, with no direct carbon footprint, redirecting society's consumer aspirations, saving time, especially for specialists who process large volumes of information to produce their quality final product—be it advertising, creative, legal, psychological, scientific, in customer service, or in making managerial decisions. Concerns about replacing certain groups of experts and specialists can only be a topic for those professionals who are not ready to develop in step with their time. For the rest, the use of artificial intelligence in daily work is a convenient and useful tool that brings benefits to those who are ready to get to know it. Yes, artificial intelligence—as a product of collective knowledge and its arithmetic mean—may offer speed, first steps, and a foundation in performing a certain set of activities, but the first (setting the task) and the last word (review and evaluation of the result) belong to the specialist, expert, manager, etc. At this stage, artificial intelligence remains, at best, an extrapolated collective result and arithmetic mean, but always and only within the limits of collective human knowledge and experience. Deviations—both good and bad—from this "collective average" will long remain the prerogative of natural intelligence and the professional Homo sapiens. For us, as managers and researchers of the interconnections between theory and practice, the above description is only the backdrop and stage on which we will strive to develop and expand our own expertise to fit adequately into this increasingly digitalized scene with our own contribution.

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Маркетингово изследване на мнението на студентите от специалност „Маркетинг“, относно качеството на обучението, предоставяно от асистентите на упражнения

Author(s): Svetla Atanasova / Language(s): Bulgarian Publication Year: 0

The quality standard should be perceived as a framework that describes what the quality education offered by the institution should look like in order to achieve certain results. This standard can be considered in the following four directions: Firstly, as knowledge, skills and attitudes to be achieved by students; Second, providing tools to acquire relevant knowledge, skills and experience; Third, as a measure of the outcomes of the education provided; Fourth, as a system of guidelines for the appearance of successful teaching. In this regard, the quality standard should not be perceived as a strict administrative document, but rather as a detailed vision and guidelines that should lay the foundations of the educational system at the university. In the context of the problems presented in this way, it can be noted that the main goal of the present work is connected with the creation of a foundation based on the theoretical arguments for the essence of the quality of education and on it to carry out an empirical study of the opinions and attitudes of the students of the 1st year, "Marketing" specialty, regarding the quality of the training provided by the exercise assistants.

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Exploring Key Employee Motivation Factors Related to Business Process Management

Author(s): Ina Petrova-Gancheva / Language(s): English Publication Year: 0

Business Process Management (BPM) has become a focal point in both business and academic circles and is seen as an effective instrument for achieving better results. However, current research largely focuses on BPM’s role in establishing performance metrics and optimizing processes, often overlooking its impact on other organizational aspects than the operational. This paper aims to study the factors that impact employee motivation, drawing on data collected through a questionnaire in 2024 containing answers from 213 international respondents across various industries. The results of a factor analysis highlight six factors that influence employee motivation. It is used as a basis for grouping the respondents into three clusters based on their attitude towards BPM. The paper serves as a resource for managers and researchers to further elaborate on the effect of BPM on organization strategy from a people management perspective.

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