Asian Journal of Politics and Society http://repo.lib.sab.ac.lk:8080/xmlui/handle/susl/4734 2026-04-20T15:43:36Z 2026-04-20T15:43:36Z http://repo.lib.sab.ac.lk:8080/xmlui/handle/susl/4740 2025-01-21T10:13:17Z 2024-12-01T00:00:00Z

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2024-12-01T00:00:00Z Miththrananda, B. Y. G. W. Priyanath, H. M. S. http://repo.lib.sab.ac.lk:8080/xmlui/handle/susl/4739 2025-01-21T10:08:13Z 2024-10-10T00:00:00Z

The Effect of Long-Distance Leadership and Work from Home on the Employees’ Performance of the Public Sector Workers in Sri Lanka Miththrananda, B. Y. G. W.; Priyanath, H. M. S. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Sri Lanka's recent economic downturn, work-from-home (WFH) and long-distance leadership (LDL) have been widely adopted across sectors, raising concerns about their impact on employee performance. Thisstudy examines the effects of WFH and LDL on the performance of selected government employees in Sri Lanka using an explanatory sequential mixed-method approach. Quantitative data were collected via structured questionnaires from 197 government employees and analyzed using Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). Qualitative data were obtained through in-depth interviews with seven public service employees and analyzed using thematic analysis. Quantitative findin show WFH and LDL positively impact employee performance, with WFH having a more significant influence. Qualitative results corroborate these findings, emphasizi effectiveness of remote work in enhancing performance. The study suggests government departments should promote remote work environments and invest in robust WFH infrastructure to maximize employee performance, especially when remote work becomes essential.

2024-10-10T00:00:00Z Gunasekara, Suranjith http://repo.lib.sab.ac.lk:8080/xmlui/handle/susl/4738 2025-01-21T09:53:29Z 2024-07-10T00:00:00Z

A Study of Victims’ Perceptions on Post War Reconciliation Efforts by the Government of Sri Lanka Gunasekara, Suranjith Reconciliation is a difficult process that can help conflicting parties restore t relationships. "Effective reconciliation is the best guarantee that the violence of the past will not return." The end of the conflict raises tremendous expectations for peace a reconciliation among the Sri Lankan people and the world community. There are several research studies on war and post - war conditions in Sri Lanka. The Sri Lankan war has produced a diverse range of war victims. With the military victory over the separatist Tamil movement to win a homeland for them, the Sri Lankan Government has begun a process of reconciliation through a package that emphasises infrastructure development while attempting to enforce its memorialization project and deny the right of memory for Tamil minorities, including Tamils from the North and East of Sri Lanka. The Eastern Part's development package, known as "Negenahira Udanaya" (Reawaking East), has placed an overemphasis on infrastructure development while ignoring how people perceive those efforts and failing to appreciate the significance of memory in formi perception. This ethnographic research aims to understand how perception influenc reconciliation and what critical issues must be addressed in an effective reconciliation process. The study was done in Karadiyanaru area in Batticaloa district in Sri Lanka using the interview method. The collected data was analysed thematically. The study concludes that unless the memory and perception components of the reconciliation process are addressed, true reconciliation will remain a fantasy for Southern politicians.

2024-07-10T00:00:00Z Liang, Hu Epa, Pulsie Wanning, Mao http://repo.lib.sab.ac.lk:8080/xmlui/handle/susl/4737 2025-01-21T09:49:45Z 2024-07-10T00:00:00Z

The Patterns of Short Video Usage and Its Impact and Consequences for Older Adults in Rural China Liang, Hu; Epa, Pulsie; Wanning, Mao Short video app usage among older adults in rural China has grown significantl reflecting broader digital adoption trends. While previous studies have focused addiction and health issues, with an emphasis on urban areas, this study explores the social impacts of short videos on rural older adults. Conducted from May to August 2023 in Yongfeng, Jiangxi Province, the research investigates the implications of short video usage among older adults. Data collection involved semi-structured interviews with 18 respondents selected through snowball sampling, analyzed using inductive content analysis and mixed methods. The findings highlight both positive and negative impact Short videos provide benefits such as entertainment,social connection, and informati access but raise concerns about user suitability and safety. Challenges include accessibility and security, which hinder older adults from fully leveraging digital technology. Addressing these issues can enhance their digital experience, fostering inclusion and maximizing the potential benefits ofshort video platforms for rural elder users.

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