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Research Article
Problematic Issues of Ensuring Human Rights in Ukraine Regarding the Application of Acts Declared Unconstitutional
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 2, April 2025
Pages:
98-111
Received:
3 February 2025
Accepted:
3 March 2025
Published:
11 March 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.hss.20251302.11
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Abstract: The article offers the results of research into the problem of ensuring human rights in connection with the application of acts recognized by the Constitutional Court of Ukraine as unconstitutional. The analysis of statistical data on the results of the consideration by the Constitutional Court of Ukraine of constitutional submissions regarding the compliance with the Constitution of Ukraine (constitutionality) of normative legal acts and constitutional complaints of citizens regarding the verification of the conformity of the Constitution of Ukraine of the laws of Ukraine, which were applied in the final court decision, was carried out in the case of the subject of the right to a constitutional complaint. It was concluded that only under the condition of a comprehensive approach to the provision of human rights during the exercise of powers by the state and its officials in law-making and law-enforcement activities, one can hope to solve the problems of ensuring human rights and prevent the application of unconstitutional acts to a person. Based on the statistical data provided by the Secretariat of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine, the authors analyzed the state of regulatory and legal support for a person's exercise of the right to just satisfaction in connection with causing him material or moral damage by acts and actions recognized as unconstitutional. It was concluded that due to the lack of reliable safeguards against the adoption of acts that do not correspond to the Constitution of Ukraine by subjects of authority, currently in Ukraine the mechanism for ensuring human rights does not work properly in connection with the application of acts recognized as unconstitutional to it. Moreover, decisions on recognition of an act applied to a person as unconstitutional by the Constitutional Court of Ukraine take too long. The prescriptions of the third part of Article 152 of the Constitution of Ukraine, which obliges the state to compensate (accordingly with the procedure established by law) material or moral damage caused to people or legal entities by acts and recognized as unconstitutional, are completely declarative in nature, since within 28 years after the adoption of the Constitution of Ukraine, such a document has not been adopted or implemented. The authors conclude that the creation of accountability mechanisms of public authorities is impossible without establishing at the legislative level legal (not fancy political) responsibility for the adoption of unconstitutional acts.
Abstract: The article offers the results of research into the problem of ensuring human rights in connection with the application of acts recognized by the Constitutional Court of Ukraine as unconstitutional. The analysis of statistical data on the results of the consideration by the Constitutional Court of Ukraine of constitutional submissions regarding the...
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Research Article
Implementation of Kasad Regulation 37-02/Xii/2012 in Early Detection and Prevention of Radicalism in the East Surabaya Area (Case Study at Kodim 0831/East Surabaya)
Mochamad Slamet Wijaya*
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Suhirwan Suhirwan,
David Hutagaol
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 2, April 2025
Pages:
112-118
Received:
1 February 2025
Accepted:
28 February 2025
Published:
18 March 2025
Abstract: Kodim 0831/East Surabaya organized territorial management to prepare defence areas on land to support the main tasks of Korem/Kodam through Binter method including Social Communication (Komsos). In its implementation Kodim 0831/East Surabaya was guided by Kasad's policy on social communication as stated in Kasad Regulation 37-02/XII/2012. However, the implementation is still considered not optimal. This can be seen from the still occurrence of terrorist suicide bombings in East Surabaya. In addition, some problems that can be identified include factors of resources, disposition and bureaucratic structure. With qualitative research methods with descriptive objectives and data collection techniques with interview techniques, this study describes and analyses how social communications are implemented by the Kodim 0831/East Surabaya officers in early detection and prevention of radicalism in the East Surabaya area. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of social communication policy in the East Surabaya region in terms of communication factors has been running optimally but there are still some obstacles to the factors of resources, disposition or attitude of executors and bureaucratic structures. Therefore, it is necessary to try to overcome these obstacles so that the implementation of Kasad Regulation 37-02 / XII / 2012 in detection and prevent early action of radicalism can run more optimally. This is important so that social communication implementation can make a maximum contribution in the effort to overcome, maintain and prevent from possible forms of non-military threats that can endanger the sovereignty, territorial integrity and national safety.
Abstract: Kodim 0831/East Surabaya organized territorial management to prepare defence areas on land to support the main tasks of Korem/Kodam through Binter method including Social Communication (Komsos). In its implementation Kodim 0831/East Surabaya was guided by Kasad's policy on social communication as stated in Kasad Regulation 37-02/XII/2012. However, ...
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Research Article
The Negotiations of the Ideal Worker Norm: A Close Analysis of the Work/Life Portrayal in the Intern
Gertrude Misornu Nartey*
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 2, April 2025
Pages:
119-125
Received:
2 January 2025
Accepted:
27 January 2025
Published:
26 March 2025
Abstract: This paper analyzes the portrayal of work-life balance in the movie The Intern, focusing on the character of Ben Whittaker, played by the iconic Robert De Niro, who takes on the role of a senior intern at a bourgeoning fashion e-commerce company under the leadership of the young, dynamic, and driven chief executive officer (CEO), Jules Ostin, portrayed by the brilliant Anne Hathaway. Two research questions were posed (How is the work/life of Jules Ostin portrayed in The Intern?; How does this portrayal shape conceptualizations of work and life in important ways?”) to understand how this cultural artifact adds to the literature on work-life balance. The analysis reveals that while some representations reinforce the ideal worker norms, others challenge them and suggest that work and life can coexist in balance. However, the role reversal mentoring and power dynamics in the film raise concerns about whether it subtly perpetuates traditional organizational structures and stereotypes. Two themes emerged from the analysis: Normalized Work and Ideal Worker Norms, and Reverse Power Dynamics concerning Gender and Age. The first theme shows how Ben and Jules navigate ideal worker norms. The second theme examines the reversal of power dynamics by age and gender. The film depicts a young woman as CEO and an older man as her intern, normalizing work and reinforcing ideal worker norms. Additionally, Ben’s dressing style visually reinforces societal expectations of an ideal worker, normalizing the work concept.
Abstract: This paper analyzes the portrayal of work-life balance in the movie The Intern, focusing on the character of Ben Whittaker, played by the iconic Robert De Niro, who takes on the role of a senior intern at a bourgeoning fashion e-commerce company under the leadership of the young, dynamic, and driven chief executive officer (CEO), Jules Ostin, portr...
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Research Article
European Union Sanctions on Russian Crude After Russia-Ukraine War: Opportunity for India's Energy Security and Oil Refinery Industry
Rakesh Kumar*
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 2, April 2025
Pages:
126-133
Received:
5 March 2025
Accepted:
19 March 2025
Published:
31 March 2025
Abstract: European Union (EU) and the G7 Nations imposed sanctions on Russia in December 2022 and introduced a price cap and an embargo on the imports of the Russian Crude Oil. This was with aim to restrict war funding of Russia for the invasion of Ukraine. Since then a significant realignment in global energy trade and shift in Russian oil market has emerged. India has limited energy resources but with growing economy and social responsibility has very high energy demand. It cannot afford higher price of petroleum products. In case, the Russian Oil was out of market, the petroleum product cost would have gone beyond affordable means of the country. Accordingly India has made use of this opportunity and has increased its crude refining capacity to meet its own energy demand and to become EUs largest supplier of refined fuels, mainly sourced from discounted Russian Crude. In bargain India has earned much valued foreign exchange, and earned profits on imports of oil, which was unheard prior to COVID-19 period. The increase of refining capacity is in confirmation with India’s ‘Atma Nirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Make in India’ initiative. Indian’s crude refining infrastructure can cater for refining capacity of more than 257 MMPTA through its PSU refinery, joint venture refineries and Private Sector Refineries. This paper examines the strategic, economic and geopolitical dynamics for this trend, highlights the role of India’s Refining capability enhancements, the problems related to regulatory loopholes in EU Sanctions and the broader aspect of Energy security for India. It also gives future prospects and recommendations for Indian Government and associated private players in the industry.
Abstract: European Union (EU) and the G7 Nations imposed sanctions on Russia in December 2022 and introduced a price cap and an embargo on the imports of the Russian Crude Oil. This was with aim to restrict war funding of Russia for the invasion of Ukraine. Since then a significant realignment in global energy trade and shift in Russian oil market has emerge...
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Research Article
The Christian Scholar and Political Dynamics
Reuben Turbi Luka*
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 2, April 2025
Pages:
134-138
Received:
7 March 2025
Accepted:
18 March 2025
Published:
31 March 2025
Abstract: In a global world characterized by a polarized and pluralized political landscape, the critical intersection of faith and politics presents not just a challenge but opportunities for the Christian scholar. This study answers the question, how can Christian scholarship, founded on justice, integrity and compassion, influence the Nigerian politics? The problem this paper explores is the increasing absence of moral clarity and ethical leadership. Against this backdrop, the article examines the potential of Christian scholarship to transform political discourse through the influencing power of a faith-based ethics and history. The study proposes a framework for political engagement in Nigeria through the ever-transforming biblical principles and historical events. Through a qualitative methodology, the paper examines biblical texts and historical events, provides a searchlight that would influence and impact the political terrain, and drives the cause for compassion, integrity, and justice as a model to current political discourse. The paper thus elucidates unique insights that will help towards navigating complex political terrain, emphasizing the ingredients of advocacy, discernment, and wisdom. By constructing a nuanced framework for a faith-based political engagement, this article positions Christian scholars as reformers, bridge-builders and leaders that can influence, engage and transform the political terrain without compromising their faith. Ultimately, the article advocates faith-based political approach which can promote compassionate and just systems, bridge the divides among a people group, and cause reforms for the common good.
Abstract: In a global world characterized by a polarized and pluralized political landscape, the critical intersection of faith and politics presents not just a challenge but opportunities for the Christian scholar. This study answers the question, how can Christian scholarship, founded on justice, integrity and compassion, influence the Nigerian politics? T...
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Review Article
Area-based Management: Special Application to New Rajabhat University Cluster (Si Sa Ket, Roi-Et, and Chaiyaphum Rajabhat University), Thailand
Saman Asawapoom*,
Pongsak Thongpanchang
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 2, April 2025
Pages:
139-143
Received:
9 March 2025
Accepted:
18 March 2025
Published:
10 April 2025
Abstract: Rajabhat universities were originally established as teacher training schools over a century ago and in have been legalized and renamed as Rajabhat universities in 2004. Their main mission is to serve local development, especially teacher training which is is their expertise. A few teacher training policies have been adopted and implemented to develop suitable local-based teachers but the results have not been satisfied yet. So, area-based teacher training has been adopted, but again it seems unclear because the concept, which has been used in both basic and higher education levels in Thailand, is mainly focused on geographical area. So the concept should be reviewed and applied to design the new teacher training program successfully. After the authors searched more on the topic, it enriched our understanding to contextual factors of the geographical areas that constitute the meaning of area. This article aims to review and apply of concept to teacher training responsible by the new university cluster of Rajabhat University in Thailand. The main contents of the article include Area-based Concept and Management, Area-based Education and Management, and Background of New Rajabhat Cluster. Moreover, it is hoped to be beneficial to other setting as well. The virtue of area-based education is local network engagement, which makes teacher training responsible to locality.
Abstract: Rajabhat universities were originally established as teacher training schools over a century ago and in have been legalized and renamed as Rajabhat universities in 2004. Their main mission is to serve local development, especially teacher training which is is their expertise. A few teacher training policies have been adopted and implemented to deve...
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Research Article
Cultural Preservation Through Language Preservation of Teocheow People in Vinh Chau (Soc Trang) from the Perspective of Rational Choice Theory
Nguyen Minh Giang,
Trinh Le Quynh Giao*
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 2, April 2025
Pages:
144-151
Received:
11 March 2025
Accepted:
9 April 2025
Published:
14 April 2025
Abstract: The Teochew Chinese have established their significant presence in Vinh Chau (Soc Trang Province) for more than three centuries, resulting in the evolution of a dynamic community that values numerous cultural dimensions intrinsic to the Teochew heritage. Nonetheless, the simultaneous existence of the Vietnamese and Khmer populations introduces significant challenges to the maintenance of these traditional cultural values. The article is predicated on the theoretical framework of the relationship between language and culture in order to analyze the impacts, and evaluate the effectiveness of the status of language conservation on preserving the cultural identity of the Trieu Chau people in Vinh Chau (Soc Trang, Vietnam) that boasts a historical trajectory of the formation and development here for more than three centuries. This study uses a qualitative research methodology that encompasses comprehensive in-depth interviews as well as a thorough examination of relevant documents, materials, and scholarly articles, the goal of this study is to elucidate the determinants that influence the language selection of the Teochew community in Vinh Chau (Soc Trang Province). Through this investigation, we aspire to analyze, assess, and propose strategic recommendations for the preservation and enhancement of the Teochew language within the broader context of Chinese cultural heritage.
Abstract: The Teochew Chinese have established their significant presence in Vinh Chau (Soc Trang Province) for more than three centuries, resulting in the evolution of a dynamic community that values numerous cultural dimensions intrinsic to the Teochew heritage. Nonetheless, the simultaneous existence of the Vietnamese and Khmer populations introduces sign...
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Research Article
Digital Financial Inclusion Catalyzing College Students Starting Businesses in Rural Hometowns: Models and Solutions
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 2, April 2025
Pages:
152-161
Received:
19 March 2025
Accepted:
11 April 2025
Published:
14 April 2025
Abstract: Digital inclusive finance, emerging from the integration of the digital economy and inclusive financial practices, has become a transformative force in addressing the limitations of traditional financial systems, particularly in rural revitalization efforts. By leveraging advanced digital technologies such as the Internet, big data analytics, and the Internet of Things (IoT), digital inclusive finance can efficiently reach underserved populations and provide tailored financial services to end users. This technological advancement offers a practical solution to the persistent problem of the “last mile” in financial service delivery, especially in supporting college graduates who return to their hometowns to start businesses. The primary financial models facilitating this process include those led by traditional commercial banks, agriculture-focused leading enterprises, and digital financial platforms. These models collectively contribute to creating a more accessible and supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem in rural areas. To maximize the effectiveness of digital inclusive finance in promoting youth entrepreneurship in these regions, it is essential to strengthen institutional frameworks, invest in robust digital financial infrastructure, enhance inclusive credit information systems, and design flexible, diversified digital financial products that meet the needs of young entrepreneurs. In this context, digital inclusive finance serves not only as a financial tool but also as a strategic engine for rural development and youth-led innovation.
Abstract: Digital inclusive finance, emerging from the integration of the digital economy and inclusive financial practices, has become a transformative force in addressing the limitations of traditional financial systems, particularly in rural revitalization efforts. By leveraging advanced digital technologies such as the Internet, big data analytics, and t...
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Research Article
The Bwan in Dassa: Description of a Traditional Mechanism for Reparation and Prevention of Criminal Conflicts (Burkina Faso)
Bacyé Yisso Fidèle*
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 2, April 2025
Pages:
162-169
Received:
11 March 2025
Accepted:
21 March 2025
Published:
14 April 2025
Abstract: So-called traditional communities have not always enjoyed peaceful inter-individual relations. They experience opposition and conflict, which sometimes lead to an imbalance in social cohesion. Since human relations cannot exist without the expression of power relationships and conflicts, regulatory systems are implemented and collectively adopted to guarantee the stability of social cohesion. Given the ineffectiveness of modern mechanisms and instruments for resolving community conflicts, it is necessary to examine traditional structures for preventing and resolving conflicts between individuals. Among these agrarian mechanisms is the Bwan, a traditional social institution for conflict prevention and regulation. Unable to prevent conflicts from occurring, it acts in such a way as to prevent bloody and deadly confrontations between individuals and communities. The aim of this research is to understand the Bwan mechanism through its conceptual and functional components and its temporal dynamics. This research adopts a comprehensive approach, using the qualitative method of interviewing people with experience in the office of this social fine. The results show that, through its collectively coercive nature, the Bwan is a conflict resolution mechanism. Its community impact helps regulate tensions. It is perceived by communities as a rite of collective expiation, and has a particularly religious basis. Social representations of the Bwan are, however, dynamic in terms of modernization and the precedence given to modern instruments of conflict resolution.
Abstract: So-called traditional communities have not always enjoyed peaceful inter-individual relations. They experience opposition and conflict, which sometimes lead to an imbalance in social cohesion. Since human relations cannot exist without the expression of power relationships and conflicts, regulatory systems are implemented and collectively adopted t...
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Research Article
Migrants from the Central African Republic, a War Country, Living in Douala, Cameroon (2020)
Serge Sabine Ntsama Onana*,
Simon Bekker
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 2, April 2025
Pages:
170-177
Received:
14 March 2025
Accepted:
25 March 2025
Published:
17 April 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.hss.20251302.20
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Abstract: The African continent, the sub-Saharan region, has been confronted since its accession to independence with several challenges: getting rid of neocolonialism, creating regional economic communities, implementing the free movement of people, goods and services to establish a common market. It is in this context that CEMAC (Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa) was created on March 16, 1994, made up of the following states: Cameroon, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Congo Brazzaville, Chad and Central African Republic. Cameroon, until the recent conflicts in the western and northern regions, was considered a country of peace and as such welcomes many Central African nationals on its territory. These Central African nationals are seeking to improve their well-being. Thus, the city of Douala, the economic capital of Cameroon, renowned for offering economic opportunities, was chosen as the destination city by many of these migrants. This analysis of the problem of socio-economic integration of these Central Africans in Douala took place in a socio-historical context, adopting the mixed method which includes both quantitative and qualitative data. Four groups of Central African nationals were the subject of this analysis: legal residents, refugees, asylum seekers and students. Their experience during the period 2003 to 2020 through labor market institutions, housing, health and education was assessed in comparison with that of Cameroonian urban dwellers in the light of CEMAC public integration policies. Cameroon and the urban community of Douala. No evidence of xenophobia on the part of Douala city dwellers was found.
Abstract: The African continent, the sub-Saharan region, has been confronted since its accession to independence with several challenges: getting rid of neocolonialism, creating regional economic communities, implementing the free movement of people, goods and services to establish a common market. It is in this context that CEMAC (Economic and Monetary Comm...
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