Social Empowerment Journal

Education as Ethical-Affective Resistance: Pedagogical Bridges between Southern Europe and the Maghreb

2025-09-30T05:33:54+00:00

This theoretical essay explores the concept of ethical-affective resistance in education, examining pedagogical bridges between Southern Europe and the Maghreb. Drawing on critical and decolonial perspectives—especially the work of Freire, hooks, Zembylas, and Santos - it conceptualises education as a relational, political, and affective practice capable of challenging hegemonic structures and revaluing marginalised knowledges.

The essay addresses the enduring legacies of colonialism, epistemicide, and cultural erasure across educational systems in the Mediterranean region, emphasising the need for intercultural and emotionally intelligent leadership grounded in care, listening, and epistemic justice. Through illustrative examples from Portugal, Spain, Algeria, and Tunisia, it highlights educational practices that resist technocratic models and nurture inclusive, community-rooted learning environments.

Incorporating insights from Islamic educational thought, Maghrebi feminism, and the Epistemologies of the South, the text advocates pedagogical approaches that embrace plural rationalities, cultural reterritorialisation, and a shared ethics of dignity. The structure follows four thematic axes: ethical leadership in peripheral schools; pedagogical engagement with marginalised youth; inclusive, affective educational practices; and the construction of interregional educational alliances. The conclusion calls for a new educational pact based on epistemic co-authorship and cognitive justice. Education is understood not merely as instruction, but as an insurgent space for reimagining futures, healing historical wounds, and cultivating radical hope.

Social Media Introduction and Individual Empowerment Opportunities: Measuring Awareness among Residents of Four Cities in Nigeria

2025-09-30T08:09:47+00:00

This work was on the social media introduction and individual empowerment opportunities. It was on the measuring of awareness among residents of four cities in Nigeria. The three main objectives were: To find out the proportion of persons who adapt to the introduction of social media for empowerment opportunities in four cities of Nigeria; To find out the aspect of social empowerment opportunities in which social media introduction has offered to residents of four cities in Nigeria; To find out the main barrier which affect social media contribution to raise empowerment opportunities in four cities of Nigeria. The scope of work was limited to four cities in Nigeria which were Ilorin, Onitsha, Zaria and Jos. The population was taken at 4,877,153 persons and a sample of 800. The instrument of research was a structure questionnaire proportionately distributed to respondents in the four cities. The method of research was through the use of online surveys. The data analysis was through frequency tables with percentages. Findings revealed that 488 persons supported that entertainment was the major aspect of social empowerment gained from social media against health care information, education and politics. Other findings had it that on the barriers of social media to the contributions on empowerment of users, Falsehood had 488 or (61%). This is the most significant barrier identified, accounting for more than half (61%) of the total responses. It suggests a major trust deficit in the content of radio broadcasting or adult education messaging. Individuals possibly perceive social media content as inaccurate, misleading, or propagandistic. The data highlights that content credibility, audience literacy, and socioeconomic/cultural factors play major roles in the effectiveness of radio broadcasting and adult education. The findings was also that social media restricted access due to false contents affect empowerment in as much as cost which should be considered by subsidization or free access models while programs should be culturally sensitive and, where appropriate, involve religious leaders or integrate educational content in religious programming formats. Sensitization campaigns can also address misconceptions caused by religious biases. Recommendations are that addressing these barriers through targeted strategies will enhance outreach and impact, especially in the Nigerian context where radio remains a vital tool for mass communication and education. The conclusions had it that there is a clear need for digital literacy programs, affordable internet access, and awareness campaigns that educate users about the productive use of social media—especially in underrepresented or underserved communities. There is also a need for audience feedback mechanisms and verification of facts to counteract misinformation.

A Study on the Influence of the Country of Origin on Women’s Purchasing Behavior: A Case Study of Kitenge Garment

2025-09-30T05:33:51+00:00

This study analyzes the impact of the nation of origin on women's purchasing behaviors of Kitenge garments. A discussion with a few women was organized to gain insight into their purchasing behavior for kitenge garments, particularly in the country whose kitenge garment is preferred, and the attributes they seek when planning to buy it. Responses obtained were used to develop an instrument for the study. A sample of 100 Women was selected, considering that women are the major users of Kitenge garments. A descriptive design was employed, utilizing convenience sampling as the sampling technique. A personal interview was used as a data collection technique. The findings showed that 82 percent of respondents were aware of the presence of imported Kitenge garments in the market. Regarding the country of origin whose imported kitenge garment is preferred, respondents ranked the Netherlands first, followed by Senegal, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the United Kingdom. Concerning the attributes that influence the purchase of Kitenge garments, the texture was ranked first, followed by the country of origin, price, appearance (color), brand name, and durability. The findings would be very useful to the local manufacturers of Kitenge as they will understand what factors influence women to buy Kitenge garments, thereby making their products more competitive. Managerial implications have also been discussed.

The History of Indian Electronic Media: An Overview of the Significance of Radio and Television Broadcasting

2025-09-30T05:33:50+00:00

The article entitled ‘The History of Indian Electronic Media: An Overview of the Significance of Radio and Television Broadcasting’ narrates the arrival and the development of electronic media specially radio and television broadcasting in India. Along with the historical perspective, the article also focused on the roles and significance of electronic media in the social development of India. It describes how electronic media arrived, struggled and support in the social development of India in multidimensional ways. The article analysed several contents and provides a brief description of the significances of radio broadcasting in India while on the other it provide a contrast by providing the description of the growth and significance of television in India.

Moderating effect of Institutions on Financial Sector Development and Economic Growth Nexus in Nigeria.

2025-09-30T05:33:49+00:00

This study examines the nexus between financial sector development and economic growth with institutions as a moderating variable. The study uses quarterly data from 2010q1 to 2022q4 to evaluate the long run relationship between the financial sector and economic growth using the methodology of autoregressive distributed lag models, the bounds test for cointegration with structural breaks. The study finds that institutions moderate the relationship between financial sector development and economic growth in Nigeria with the coefficients of institution having a statistically significant positive relationship with the economic growth. The study therefore finds that with good institutions such as good governance quality and control of corruptions the effect of financial sector development on economic growth could be felt on the economy. The study therefore recommends that the government should strengthen its institutions such as ensuring governance quality by making those in control of governance to be accountable and control corruption in the country by ensuring that all those found guilty of the offense are punished according to the laws of the land.

Rural Development Trajectories in Eastern India: Empirical Insights from Purba Medinipur District, West Bengal

2025-09-30T17:09:25+00:00

This study examines the socio-economic conditions and infrastructural access of rural households in Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, through a detailed field survey conducted across 33 villages in 11 administrative blocks between November 2024 and June 2025. A total of 825 households, representing a population of 2,540 individuals, were surveyed using a structured questionnaire and purposive sampling method. The research adopts a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative analysis of household-level indicators with qualitative thematic interpretation based on field observations.

The findings reveal significant advancements in areas such as electrification (97.69%), private toilet usage (97.69%), and mobile phone penetration (98.33%). However, the study also highlights critical gaps in waste collection services, drainage infrastructure, access to clean water, and the availability of modern appliances such as refrigerators and computers. The use of traditional fuels persists in many homes despite a growing shift towards LPG. Based on the results, the study recommends targeted interventions to strengthen sanitation, promote clean energy, improve digital access, and expand sustainable infrastructure through decentralized planning.

This research provides valuable, ground-level insights for policymakers, development practitioners, and local governance bodies seeking to promote inclusive and sustainable rural development.

Digital Transformation in Government Procurement "A Comparative Analytical Study in Light of the Egyptian Legal System and Selected International Experiences"

2025-10-03T10:52:16+00:00

Government procurement is undergoing a profound transformation driven by global trends in digital governance. As a critical instrument for ensuring fiscal discipline, transparency, and fair competition, the digitalization of public tenders is increasingly recognized as a cornerstone of administrative reform. This study presents a comparative analytical assessment of the legal and institutional frameworks governing digital procurement, with a primary focus on the Egyptian experience. Drawing on international models—including those of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and South Korea—the research highlights the potential benefits of digital procurement, examines the main legal and technical obstacles, and proposes actionable recommendations to improve system performance. The study adopts a comparative analytical methodology that integrates theoretical foundations with practical insights, aiming to evaluate Egypt’s legal landscape in light of global standards of transparency, integrity, and good governance.

The Arab family historically in the context of religions between authenticity and reality: A Field Study

2025-10-06T12:13:03+00:00

Families in all religions and nations have great similarities, particularly in upbringing, education, interdependence, connection and familiarity. Although they may differ from one another, according to social or religious principles, but all remain in the framework of concern for cohesion, and the Arab family is a typical example to be followed in studies, and to be a model that gives a clear picture of families of different faiths and nationalities. However, the impact of globalization and the information and technology revolution left visible fingerprints. Families are bound to deal with them, vulnerable to them, protecting their members from their disadvantages and damages. This issue has to be highlighted to alert them, and raise the alarm of the negative impact of those effects that reach families with ease and ease.

This research aims to monitor the family relationship between authenticity and reality and the conflict in what each of them witnesses to compare them, through a field study based on questionnaires. The importance of the research lies in that it shows the difference in the family relationship between the targeted groups, based on the results of the questionnaires prepared in this regard. The research proceeded according to two approaches: descriptive analytical and experimental survey. It also reached a set of results based on data.

The Degree of Availability of Human Resource Risk Management Components in Yemeni Universities According to International Risk Management Standards (ISO31000:2018): A comparative study

2025-10-03T10:53:58+00:00

The aim of the research was to identify the degree of availability of human resources risk management components in Yemeni public and private universities according to international risk management standards (ISO31000:2018). The comparative approach was used, and the questionnaire tool consisted of (37) paragraphs, distributed over three axes representing the components of risk management (principles, system, operations). The questionnaire was applied to the research sample members, numbering (198) individuals, from the academic and administrative leadership in Yemeni public and private universities, including (university presidents and their deputies, deans of quality, secretaries-general). The most prominent results of the research were: The degree of availability of human resource risk management components (principles, system, processes) in public universities according to the international standards for risk management (ISO31000:2018) was rated as “low”, with an arithmetic mean of (2.57) and a percentage of (52%), while the degree of availability of human resource risk management components (principles, system, processes) in private universities according to the international standards for risk management (ISO31000:2018) was rated as “average”, with an arithmetic mean of (3.04) and a percentage of (61%). The results did not show any statistically significant differences at a significance level of (0.05) between the average responses of sample members regarding the degree of availability of human resource risk management components (principles, system, processes) according to the variable of university type.

The Role of Needs Assessment in the Success and Sustainability of Humanitarian Projects in Hadramout

2025-10-06T12:13:42+00:00

This study aims to highlight the importance of needs assessment as a strategic tool for enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of humanitarian projects in Hadhramaut Governorate, from the perspectives of data collectors, monitoring and evaluation staff, and program staff working in humanitarian organizations involved in development projects implemented in Hadhramaut, both coastal and valley regions. Using a descriptive analytical approach, the study reached several positive results that reflect the direct impact of needs assessment on the success and sustainability of humanitarian programs. The results showed that needs assessment is a pivotal step in ensuring that resources are effectively directed towards the most affected groups, which contributes significantly to achieving project objectives and raising beneficiary satisfaction. The absence of needs assessment has consequences that include project failure, poor resource allocation, and impact on project continuity. The results also revealed a clear direct relationship between the quality of needs assessments and the success of humanitarian projects, as projects based on accurate needs assessments were more impactful and effective in the field. The study also revealed a number of challenges facing needs assessment processes, such as a lack of accurate data, weak coordination between implementing agencies, and limited qualified personnel. However, the results showed that overcoming these challenges is possible by adopting assessment mechanisms based on community participation, employing modern analytical tools, and strengthening the capacities of working teams. Based on the analysis, the study recommends a set of measures to improve needs assessment processes, including: enhancing training and capacity building in the field of needs assessment; adopting unified and transparent criteria for determining intervention priorities; strengthening coordination between humanitarian organizations and local authorities; and involving the local community in all stages of the assessment to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data. Overall, this study confirms that improving needs assessment processes directly contributes to raising the quality of humanitarian projects and ensuring their sustainability, which positively impacts the lives of beneficiaries in Hadhramaut Governorate.