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Strategic Plan to Enhance Employee Wellbeing at Karen Women Empowerment Group |
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| รหัสดีโอไอ | |
| Creator | Win Nwe Ni |
| Title | Strategic Plan to Enhance Employee Wellbeing at Karen Women Empowerment Group |
| Contributor | Maria Socorro C L Fernando, Nathaya Pupat |
| Publisher | Graduate School of Business and Advanced Technology Management Assumption University Thailand |
| Publication Year | 2568 |
| Journal Title | ABAC ODI Journal Vision. Action. Outcome |
| Journal Vol. | 13 |
| Journal No. | 1 |
| Page no. | 155-178 |
| Keyword | Employee Wellbeing, Organizational Support, Leadership, Effective Coping Mechanism. |
| URL Website | https://assumptionjournal.au.edu/index.php/odijournal/index |
| Website title | ABAC ODI Journal Vision. Action.Outcome |
| ISSN | 2408-2058 |
| Abstract | Humanitarian workers in Myanmar face unprecedented challenges as they navigate the complexities of a political crisis and ongoing conflict. These individuals endure significant physical and psychological harm due to the unstable environment; which is marked by civil unrest and limited access to vulnerable populations. This study aims to explore the employee well-being of the Karen Women Empowerment Group (KWEG) staff and to develop a long-term strategy to enhance their well-being through initiatives in Organizational Support; Leadership; and Effective Coping Mechanisms. The research has three main objectives: 1) To evaluate the current coping strategies and support systems available to employees that enhance the employee wellbeing at KWEG; 2) To gather employee insights on wellbeing support; current and preferred to enhance employee wellbeing at KWEG; and 3) to design strategies that enhance employee wellbeing based on the findings. The research questions; which focus on employee well-being at KWEG; were developed using the Appreciative Inquiry (AI) model. Purposive sampling was employed to select participants for the qualitative research; ensuring the inclusion of eight informants with relevant experiences or characteristics to address the research objectives effectively. Two virtual focus group discussions; each consisting of four participants; were conducted to gather in-depth insights and create a collaborative space for all informants to contribute meaningfully. The results reveal that KWEG staff envision a positive workplace culture; which can be achieved by promoting mutual respect; understanding; and support among colleagues. This culture should be complemented by supportive leadership that encourages employees to express their needs freely; fosters appreciation and trust; cultivates empathy; and implements effective coping strategies. Key strategies identified include flexible working hours; regular team outings; psychosocial counseling sessions; a reassurance policy for staff health; and the cultivation of a positive working environment. |
