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Research Article
Servant Leadership: An Ideal Global Leadership Style for Team Learning in Multicultural Organizations
Mercy Asaa Asiedu*
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Jesse Kwaku Doe
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2025
Pages:
267-279
Received:
16 March 2025
Accepted:
21 June 2025
Published:
26 June 2025
Abstract: This paper seeks to enhance the capacity of the global leader by proposing the unique characteristics of servant-leadership which could enhance the development and sustenance of strategies for multicultural leaders to navigate the international landscape and foster business growth and success. In light of this we make propositions that take a look at servant leadership for team learning in a culturally diverse work environment. This paper adopts the approach of a philosophical/conceptual discussion by reviewing the literature as effective leadership in inter-cultural management is gradually being highlighted in the literature. From a review of the relevant literature this paper conceptualizes the impact of servant leadership style in instilling greater confidence in team members for multicultural team learning in contemporary organizations. Technological advancement has expanded the global economy which has changed the way people communicate when doing business. As such, global leaders need to be equipped with the leadership skills that are required in the multicultural workplace and this is both a challenge and an opportunity for organizational learning and growth as well as individual development. This paper integrates new relationships and offers propositions that take a look at the new wave of servant leadership for team learning in culturally diverse workplace development and intercultural management for this fast-paced global knowledge economy.
Abstract: This paper seeks to enhance the capacity of the global leader by proposing the unique characteristics of servant-leadership which could enhance the development and sustenance of strategies for multicultural leaders to navigate the international landscape and foster business growth and success. In light of this we make propositions that take a look ...
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Research Article
Neuroscience in Social Media: The Censored Content and the Power of Communication Under Total Control
Jaqueline Costa Ribeiro*
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2025
Pages:
280-296
Received:
24 April 2025
Accepted:
12 May 2025
Published:
30 June 2025
Abstract: The present work proposes a qualitative analysis in bibliographic research of texts related to neuroscience, social media, in their relationship with censored narratives. This is in addition to the use of a qualitative resource and ethnographic methods, in the report published by Facebook, on the application of censorship. As a complement to the corpus, there is a direct collection of news published about this filter, as well as posts denouncing censorship. The data retracted from April to September 2018, is the most recent carried out by the company and released in their website. The material was analyzed from the information and ideas acquired through the literature review by investigating the frequency of occurrence. The objective is, therefore, to discuss the current studies in the field of neuroscience and social media, inserted in the universe of media narrative studies, being a potentiating factor of knowledge (offline and online) and of behavior, in its relationship with the contents of censored narratives and/or selected by large private companies.
Abstract: The present work proposes a qualitative analysis in bibliographic research of texts related to neuroscience, social media, in their relationship with censored narratives. This is in addition to the use of a qualitative resource and ethnographic methods, in the report published by Facebook, on the application of censorship. As a complement to the co...
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Research Article
Support Service Available to Teachers in Managing Physical Aggressive Behaviours in Early Childhood Centres in the Bolgatanga Municipality of Upper East Region, Ghana
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2025
Pages:
297-305
Received:
24 May 2025
Accepted:
10 June 2025
Published:
30 June 2025
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to look into the support services available to teachers in dealing with physical violent behaviors among children in early childhood centers in the Bolgatanga Municipality of Ghana's Upper East. For this study, a descriptive survey approach with a mixed methods paradigm was chosen. Structured interviews were conducted for ten (10) headteachers who were purposefully and conveniently selected from ten circuits, and questionnaires were administered to one hundred and twenty (120) early childhood education teachers who were all purposefully selected from sixty (60) early childhood education centres across the Bolgatanga Municipality in Ghana's Upper East Region. For quantitative data, frequency tables and percentages were used, while thematic analysis was used for qualitative data. The study discovered that there is little support available for early childhood education instructors dealing with physical violent behaviors in the Bolgatanga Municipality of Ghana's Upper East Region. The study also concluded that early childhood education teachers are unable to make appropriate use of the support services available in their centers. The Social Learning Theory, the Constructivist model, the Behaviour Model, and the Ecological Model all served as foundations for the study. The researcher proposed that school officials and children's families collaborate to reduce the prevalence and impact of physical violent behaviors in their centers. The researcher thinks that the study will provide major insights into how teachers might be provided with the required knowledge and abilities to cope with varied outbursts of physical aggressiveness in good ways. It will also contribute to the body of literature, both locally and globally, by raising knowledge of successful ways for regulating physical violence in our preschoolers.
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to look into the support services available to teachers in dealing with physical violent behaviors among children in early childhood centers in the Bolgatanga Municipality of Ghana's Upper East. For this study, a descriptive survey approach with a mixed methods paradigm was chosen. Structured interviews were conducted ...
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Research Article
Local Wisdom and Regional Autonomy in Addressing Interreligious Conflict in Central Lombok
Dwi Indah Kartika,
Komang Wisnu*
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2025
Pages:
306-317
Received:
1 June 2025
Accepted:
12 June 2025
Published:
4 July 2025
Abstract: Indonesia, as an archipelagic nation, is characterized by a rich diversity of languages, traditions, religions, and cultures. Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, exemplifies this plurality, with a Muslim majority living alongside Christian, Catholic, Hindu, Buddhist, Confucian, and other religious communities. Despite a relatively high tolerance index ranging from 3.5 to 3.7 over the past five years, the potential for interreligious conflict persists, indicating unresolved socio-political tensions. This study seeks to (1) identify and analyze the factors that trigger interreligious disintegration in Central Lombok; (2) examine the extent to which current regional autonomy policies incorporate local wisdom in preventing conflict; and (3) propose a contextual model for integrating local cultural values into policy frameworks to enhance social cohesion. A qualitative approach was employed, combining observation, in-depth interviews, Findings reveal that religious tension in Central Lombok is rooted in structural inequalities, insufficient interfaith dialogue, and the marginalization of traditional values in governance. While local wisdom has historically functioned as a cohesive force, it remains underutilized in current regional policies. The SLR further exposes a gap in the literature, where governance and indigenous culture are rarely treated as integrative tools for peacebuilding. This study’s novelty lies in its interdisciplinary framework that bridges local wisdom with regional autonomy policy, offering practical insights for conflict prevention in multicultural contexts.
Abstract: Indonesia, as an archipelagic nation, is characterized by a rich diversity of languages, traditions, religions, and cultures. Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, exemplifies this plurality, with a Muslim majority living alongside Christian, Catholic, Hindu, Buddhist, Confucian, and other religious communities. Despite a relatively high tolerance in...
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Research Article
Non-audit Services and Audit Quality of Listed Industrial Goods Manufacturing Companies in Nigeria
Jerry Kwarbai,
Emmanuel Oyeku*
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2025
Pages:
318-329
Received:
29 May 2025
Accepted:
16 June 2025
Published:
14 July 2025
Abstract: As audit firms expand into non-audit services (NAS), concerns about compromised audit quality have intensified - especially in emerging markets like Nigeria, where regulatory frameworks are still maturing. While NAS can boost efficiency and decision-making, they raise critical issues regarding auditor independence. This study investigates the impact of NAS on audit quality among listed industrial goods manufacturing companies in Nigeria. A quantitative, survey-based approach was adopted, targeting 181 accountants and auditors across 13 NGX-listed firms. Using stratified, purposive, and convenience sampling, 138 respondents were selected via Slovin’s formula. Data were collected through a validated and reliable questionnaire (Cronbach’s alpha > 0.7) and analyzed using descriptive and multiple regression techniques at a 5% significance level. Findings reveal that NAS significantly affect auditor experience (Adjusted R² = 0.222; F = 6.283; p < 0.05) and auditor reputation (Adjusted R² = 0.134; F = 10.769; p < 0.05), both proxies for audit quality. The study concludes that NAS have both positive and negative implications for audit quality. These results highlight the need for clearer regulatory boundaries, stronger oversight, and improved governance to manage NAS in Nigeria’s industrial goods sector. The study provides valuable empirical evidence for regulators, audit committees, and policymakers seeking to safeguard audit quality without stifling professional service innovation.
Abstract: As audit firms expand into non-audit services (NAS), concerns about compromised audit quality have intensified - especially in emerging markets like Nigeria, where regulatory frameworks are still maturing. While NAS can boost efficiency and decision-making, they raise critical issues regarding auditor independence. This study investigates the impac...
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Research Article
Facade as Interface: Building-Nature Integration in Contemporary Healthcare Architecture
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2025
Pages:
330-337
Received:
26 March 2025
Accepted:
1 July 2025
Published:
15 July 2025
Abstract: While early 20th-century healthcare design emphasized direct engagement with outdoor spaces and natural landscapes, contemporary projects increasingly prioritize efficient spatial organization at the expense of environmental integration. Nevertheless, a growing movement within contemporary healthcare projects seeks to reintegrate nature into buildings through innovative façade design, reimagining building envelopes as spatial mediators that strengthen connections between interior and exterior environments. Drawing on modernist visions, these projects challenge conventional hospital typologies by redefining spatial flexibility, dissolving the inside/outside dichotomy, and employing architectural climate control strategies. This paper examines the evolution of nature-integrated design in healthcare architecture through a historical review and qualitative case study analysis. Interweaving recent theoretical discourses and practices, it discusses distinct façade design strategies that balance environmental performance, aesthetic quality, and spatial experience in the context of healthcare architecture.
Abstract: While early 20th-century healthcare design emphasized direct engagement with outdoor spaces and natural landscapes, contemporary projects increasingly prioritize efficient spatial organization at the expense of environmental integration. Nevertheless, a growing movement within contemporary healthcare projects seeks to reintegrate nature into buildi...
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Research Article
The International Communication Status and Strategies of Chinese TV Series to Central Asian Countries — A Case Study of Uzbekistan
Nuermanguli Aihemaiti*
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2025
Pages:
338-347
Received:
27 March 2025
Accepted:
1 July 2025
Published:
15 July 2025
Abstract: From the perspective of communication studies, "going out" belongs to the category of cross-cultural communication, which involves not only a question of product output, but more importantly, a question of cultural understanding and cultural identity. The goal of China's "One Belt, One Road" strategy in terms of culture is to promote mutual understanding and respect among countries along the route through cultural exchanges and cooperation, and to build a culturally inclusive community of interests, destiny and responsibility. With the continuous development and deepening of globalization, TV dramas have also become a link between different nationalities, cultures, and societies and a window and mirror for mutual understanding. TV dramas play an important role in building a national image, promoting economic exchanges, and promoting national culture. Cultural exchange should become an important part of the Belt and Road Initiative, but due to various reasons, Chinese media culture, including TV dramas, has not yet been fully expressed in Central Asian countries, and relevant theoretical research is very scarce. Taking Uzbekistan as an example, this paper mainly discusses the broadcast of Chinese TV dramas in Uzbekistan, the value of Chinese TV to Central Asian countries, the problems faced by Chinese TV dramas in "going global", and some strategies to promote the cultural exchange of Chinese and Uzbek film and television in the future. It is expected that the dissemination of TV dramas will provide reference for promoting the future cultural exchanges of the "Belt and Road".
Abstract: From the perspective of communication studies, "going out" belongs to the category of cross-cultural communication, which involves not only a question of product output, but more importantly, a question of cultural understanding and cultural identity. The goal of China's "One Belt, One Road" strategy in terms of culture is to promote mutual underst...
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Research Article
Travelling Tropical Gangstas from France: An Analysis of Hardcore French Rappers Who Reenforce Their Hypermasculinity by Filming Music Videos in Medellín and Rio De Janeiro
Scooter Pégram*
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2025
Pages:
348-363
Received:
11 June 2025
Accepted:
3 July 2025
Published:
24 July 2025
DOI:
10.11648/j.hss.20251304.18
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Abstract: Since the nascent stage of French hip-hop music, Gangsta-style rappers have emphasised their toughness and hypermasculinity by producing videos in disenfranchised areas in France. These types of self-characterisations in French rap play a vital role in reinforcing an artist’s reputational strength and are a method for establishing their personally styled brand. The interplay that connects a community with hip-hop constitutes two essential frameworks that shape and facilitate the Alpha Male viewpoint of many global rap artists. In recent years, several of the most popular French hardcore rappers are abandoning their longstanding rubric of filming in socio-economically challenged areas of France by travelling to locations overseas where they can create new narratives of auto-fortitude. By choosing to produce videos in faraway global locales, French hip-hop artists are realising the visual power that these foreign locations enable them in terms of re-branding their reputations. This is particularly true when rap consumers can associate or stereotype certain international locations with crime and deviance. In this sense, Brazil and Colombia have become favoured destinations for the production of music videos. Videoclips filmed in these two countries feature thematic cynosures of vice where rappers can position themselves as kingpins. These presentations are intentionally produced in zones that viewers might recognise from newsclips, programmes, or popular films. Socio-economically challenged places like the comunas of Medellín and Rio de Janeiro’s favelas give French hip-hop artists new stylistic techniques to bolster their self-narratives. This enables them to exude toughness in manners not available to them at home, such as cosplaying real-life gangsters and flaunting firearms in videos. This study deconstructs hypermasculine demonstrations as exhibited in several commercially popular music French hip-hop videos that were produced in Brazil and Colombia by examining the reasonings and contrasts of these narratives. For the hardcore rappers who produce content overseas, the choice to create videoclips in disenfranchised areas in those countries is fully intentional. The more an artist embraces a stereotypically provocative visual image with which viewers can identity based on these locations, the more fortuitous they seem, even when these same filmic destinations are negatively fetishised or misrepresented in the process. As hypermasculinity and male posturing continue to be an important components in hip-hop, it is likely that rappers from France will increasingly choose global locations where they will have the ability to bolster their self-narratives of virility in outrageously fictitious manners.
Abstract: Since the nascent stage of French hip-hop music, Gangsta-style rappers have emphasised their toughness and hypermasculinity by producing videos in disenfranchised areas in France. These types of self-characterisations in French rap play a vital role in reinforcing an artist’s reputational strength and are a method for establishing their personally ...
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