https://journals.sdpipk.org/index.php/JoDPRP Journal of Development Policy, Research & Practice (JoDPRP) Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI), Islamabad, Pakistan en-US Journal of Development Policy Research and Practice (JoDPRP) 2522-3410 https://journals.sdpipk.org/index.php/JoDPRP/article/view/114 <p><em>The paper examines the relationship between feedback seeking and employees’ adaptive performance with the mediating role of work uncertainty and entrepreneurial intention within the Self-Determination Theory framework. Data were gathered using a three‑wave, time‑lagged survey design, targeting Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) employees from Pakistan’s six major cities (Islamabad, Lahore, Multan, Karachi, Peshawar and Quetta) working in the manufacturing and service industries. Parallel multiple mediation was tested through Structural Equational Modelling (SEM). The study reveals that work uncertainty and entrepreneurial intention act as parallel mediators between feedback seeking and employees’ adaptive performance. By highlighting the role of team members, this research shifts the emphasis from managers to peers in soliciting feedback. These insights offer policymakers a new perspective for designing more effective workforce development strategies. Overall, the findings contribute to the feedback‑seeking and adaptive‑performance literature by demonstrating how organisations can increase performance by mitigating work uncertainty and fostering entrepreneurial intention.</em></p> <p><strong>JEL Classification Codes:</strong> D03, D81, D83, D91, J63, L2, L26, M14</p> <p><strong>Submitted: </strong>June 27, 2024<strong><br />Last Revised: </strong>July 17, 2025<strong><br />Accepted: </strong>August 07, 2025</p> <p><strong>Conflict of Interest:</strong> The Authors declared no Conflict of Interest<br /><strong>Acknowledgment:</strong> No administrative and technical support was taken for this research.<br /><strong>Funding:</strong> No funding was received for this research</p> Farhan Qadir Muhammad Shahid Gainiya Tazhina Copyright (c) 2025 Farhan Qadir, Muhammad Shahid , Gainiya Tazhina https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-07-08 2025-07-08 https://journals.sdpipk.org/index.php/JoDPRP/article/view/123 <p><em>This study examines how attitudes towards organic food may act as a mediator in the relationship between environmental concern and health consciousness. It also looks at how collectivism directly affects environmental concerns. The study, which is based on the Theory of Planned Behaviour, advances theoretical knowledge by incorporating individual-level attitudes, behaviours, and beliefs into the analysis. It employed a quantitative cross-sectional research design and utilised Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to test its hypotheses. Data was collected through purposive sampling from a sample of 201 employees working in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Punjab, Pakistan. The results highlighted that attitudes towards organic food significantly mediates the relationship between health consciousness and environmental concerns. Furthermore, collectivism was found to significantly influence environmental concerns, reaffirming the cultural dimensions that shape pro-environmental behaviour. This study adds to the emergent literature on environmental psychology and sustainable consumer behaviour by elucidating the interconnection between individual health motivations and broader ecological outcomes. It reinforces the notion that decisions made to benefit personal health can have positive cascading effects on the environment, promoting a holistic view of sustainability. The findings of the study offer useful insights into relevant regulatory and policy making bodies for designing policies and tailoring adequate health and sustainability campaigns targeted towards promoting organic food consumption for better health and environmental outcomes.</em></p> <p><strong>JEL Classification Codes:</strong> I12, M14</p> <p><strong>Submitted: </strong>August 28, 2024<strong><br />Last Revised: </strong>July 29, 2025<strong><br />Accepted: </strong>September 10, 2025</p> <p><strong>Conflict of Interest:</strong> The Authors declared no Conflict of Interest<br /><strong>Funding Acknowledgment:</strong> This research was funded by the University of the Punjab, Pakistan.</p> Sadia Farooq Saira Ahmed Copyright (c) 2025 Sadia Farooq, Saira Ahmed https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-09-10 2025-09-10 https://journals.sdpipk.org/index.php/JoDPRP/article/view/127 <p><em>Fostering peaceful coexistence is crucial for societal cohesion in multifunctional communities. Over the last 30 years, Rural Support Programmes (RSPs) have made considerable progress in conflict resolution, reaching across various segments of society, and supporting social integration in Pakistan which has helped lower community conflict over time. This study focuses on the contribution of RSPs towards peacemaking and interfaith harmony. Using a mixed-methods approach, it specifically examines patterns of interreligious cohabitation and socio-cultural accommodation between Hindus (Dalits) and Muslims</em> <em>in Tharparkar, Sindh, through a functionalist framework of interdependence. The research finds that while divergent viewpoints persist on both sides, RSP’s neutral and inclusive approach enhances mutual understanding and respect. By embedding equity into their policies, such initiatives create space for constructive engagement without erasing distinct identities. </em></p> <p><strong>JEL Classification Codes:</strong> Z12, D74, O18, Z13, O53</p> <p><strong>Submitted: </strong>Sep 24, 2024<strong> <br />Last Revised: </strong>July 14, 2025<strong><br />Accepted: </strong>Aug 12, 2025</p> <p><strong>Conflict of Interest:</strong> The Authors declared no Conflict of Interest<br /><strong>Acknowledgment:</strong> No administrative and technical support was taken for this research.<br /><strong>Funding:</strong> No funding was received for this research</p> Roomi S. Hayat Copyright (c) 2025 Roomi S. Hayat https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-08-21 2025-08-21 https://journals.sdpipk.org/index.php/JoDPRP/article/view/144 <p><em>This study investigates how leading Pakistani newspapers represent climate change by analysing content from Dawn, The News, and Daily Jang. Employing Framing and Agenda Setting Theory, the study identifies key sources, frames, and narrative tones. The findings indicate that while there is more climate change coverage, the focus is primarily on disaster reporting with limited attention to solutions and mitigation strategies. Compared with other Global South countries, press coverage in Pakistan remains narrow in scope, lacking the depth required to impact policy discourse and civic engagement. Thus, this research calls for a more balanced and proactive approach to climate change journalism in Pakistan, increasing the frequency and diversifying the tone of coverage in order to create public awareness and encourage meaningful engagement with this pressing global issue. </em></p> <p><strong>JEL Classification Codes: </strong>Q54, Q58</p> <p><strong>Submitted: </strong>Jan 27, 2025<strong><br />Last Revised: </strong>June 30, 2025<strong><br />Accepted: </strong>July 21, 2025</p> <p><strong>Conflict of Interest:</strong> The Authors declared no Conflict of Interest<br /><strong>Acknowledgment:</strong> No administrative and technical support was taken for this research.<br /><strong>Funding:</strong> No funding was received for this research</p> Zaheer Khan Sohail Taj Copyright (c) 2025 Zaheer Khan, Sohail Taj https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-08-21 2025-08-21 https://journals.sdpipk.org/index.php/JoDPRP/article/view/165 <p><em>This study attempts to identify the antecedents of Green Banking Adoption in the form of various Stakeholders’ Pressures. Institutional Theory provides the foundation for the study’s research framework. It proposes a positive influence on the Top Management Pressure (TMP), Customer Pressure (CUSTP), Competitor Pressure (COMP), and Community Pressure (COMUP) on Green Banking Adoption (GBA). Quantitative research was conducted using the survey method through self-administered questionnaires. A sample size of 419 branch managers was collected to run the data analysis on SMART PLS. GBA is a higher-order construct consisting of a number of lower-order constructs</em><em>. The results revealed a significant relationship between TMP, CUSTP, COMP and GBA. No significant relationship was found between COMUP and GBA. The research can be used by the banking industry and regulators to facilitate GBA in Pakistan. </em></p> <p><strong>JEL Classification Codes: </strong>M1</p> <p><strong>Submitted: </strong>April 06, 2026<strong><br />Last Revised: </strong>Aug 04, 2025<strong><br />Accepted: </strong> Sep 01, 2025</p> <p><strong>Conflict of Interest:</strong> The Authors declared no Conflict of Interest<br /><strong>Acknowledgment:</strong> No administrative and technical support was taken for this research.<br /><strong>Funding:</strong> No funding was received for this research</p> Syed Asim Ali Bukhari Syeda Nazish Zahra Bukhari Fathyah Hashim Azlan Amran Copyright (c) 2025 Syed Asim Ali Bukhari, Syeda Nazish Zahra Bukhari, Fathyah Hashim, Azlan Amran https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-09-10 2025-09-10