This study aimed to examine the role of diversity management dimensions in shaping organizational culture within the directorates of the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Youth in the Sultanate of Oman. A descriptive survey approach was employed, using a structured questionnaire administered to 84 employees from directorates across different Omani governorates. The findings revealed positive diversity management practices, particularly in accommodating employees with special needs, promoting non-discrimination, and assigning responsibilities in accordance with employees' academic qualifications. The results also highlighted managerial consideration of employees' interests and the prevalence of cooperative workplace relationships, reflecting positive aspects of the prevailing organizational culture. Multiple linear regression analysis revealed a statistically significant relationship between diversity management dimensions and organizational culture (p < .001), with the model explaining 88.5% of the variance in organizational culture (R² = .885). Based on these findings, the study recommends strengthening employee participation in decision-making, providing targeted training programs to enhance diversity management practices, and conducting comparative studies across other government ministries.
The study aimed to analyze the technical performance of the dolyo chagi kick among athletes with disabilities at the DIY NPC Regional Training Center. This study employed a quantitative descriptive research design with an analytical approach. The study population consisted of athletes with disabilities participating in taekwondo at the 2024 DIY NPC Regional Training Center. A total sampling technique was used, including all six athletes with disabilities in the K44 classification. Data were collected through observations conducted by judges using a scoring rubric (observation sheet). The data were obtained from video recordings of the athletes performing the dolyo chagi kick technique. Descriptive percentage analysis was used to analyze the data. The results showed that the technical performance of the dolyo chagi kick was classified as "very poor" for 0.00% (0 athletes), "poor" for 83.33% (5 athletes), "good" for 16.67% (1 athlete), and "very good" for 0.00% (0 athletes). Based on the mean score, the technical performance of the dolyo chagi kick among athletes with disabilities at the DIY NPC Regional Training Center was classified as poor. Future researchers are encouraged to examine the overall technical performance of movements required in para-taekwondo, as well as the athletes' physical performance.
This study investigates the key components required to build a sustainable sports tourism industry in the Kingdom of Bahrain in alignment with its Economic Vision 2030. Using a descriptive survey approach, data were collected from 267 stakeholders in the tourism and sports sectors. The findings reveal that Bahrain combines natural, human, material, and financial resources conducive to sports tourism development. Human resources emerged as the most influential factor, supported by professional expertise and a strong volunteer culture in Bahraini society. Natural assets including Bahrain’s strategic geographical location, islands, and heritage further enhance its tourism appeal. Bahrain’s expanding infrastructure and strong high-level leadership support reinforce its position as a regional sports tourism destination. However, despite this strong backing, the study found variation in respondents’ views regarding budget allocations, reflecting differences between the funding of major and smaller events. This pattern underscores the need to revisit investment strategies to maximize the sustainable economic benefits of sports tourism and further diversify the sector. The study also contributes to the regional literature by providing actionable insights for policymakers and sports institutions across Bahrain, the Gulf region, and international stakeholders.
This study examined university students' attitudes about leisure, sport, leisure management with sport, sustainability, the balanced scorecard, and safety climate in relation to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and their perceptions of how their professional practices might contribute to their achievement. Data were collected from 280 students at Chaoyang University of Technology in Taiwan, of whom 67% were male and 33% were female. The structural equation modelling (SEM) method was also used to compare the correlations between the study variables. The measurement model demonstrated acceptable reliability and convergent validity. Leisure attitudes were positively associated with the environmental (β = 0.896, p < 0.001), financial (β = 0.885, p < 0.001), and social perspectives (β = 0.782, p < 0.001). Significant indirect effects of leisure attitudes on SDG achievement were reported through the environmental (β = 0.759), financial (β = 0.750), and social perspectives (β = 0.662; all p < 0.001). The financial perspective was negatively associated with SDG achievement (β = −0.210, p = 0.004), whereas the social perspective showed a positive association (β = 0.642, p < 0.001). The model explained 66.6% of the variance in SDG achievement (R² = 0.666). By integrating sportive leisure management within the sustainability balanced scorecard, this data-driven framework enables university students to identify environmental, financial, and social perspectives, fostering greater awareness of health and sustainability while empowering institutions to make wise strategic decisions.
This article examined the impact of a personality-oriented, competency-based professional development program designed for in-service Physical Education (PE) teachers in Kazakhstan. Conducted by the National Center for Advanced Training “Orleu” between 2024 and 2025, the program engaged 150 teachers across five regions through a 72–80-hour modular training course. Grounded in constructivist learning theory, humanistic psychology, and competency-based education frameworks, the program aimed to enhance teachers’ reflective capacity, pedagogical flexibility, and inclusive instructional strategies. Using a mixed-methods research design, the study combined pre- and post-training self-assessment scales, classroom observations, and reflective essays. Results demonstrated statistically significant improvements across all measured domains, particularly in reflective and adaptive thinking (Cohen’s d=0.96). Qualitative data highlighted shifts in professional identity, renewed motivation, and increased empathy toward students. The findings suggest that personality-oriented training — emphasizing self-awareness, motivation, and professional autonomy — serves as a transformative mechanism in physical education reform. The study advocates for the institutionalization of such approaches within national teacher development systems and offers practical recommendations for scaling and adapting personalized, kinesthetic, and inclusive instructional models across school sports contexts.
