Open Journal for Sociological Studies

The dawn of 1990s, social change in South Africa has provided a series of opportunities such as to redress the past narrow cultural perspective in all related structures such as private and government institutions including the sphere of learning.The adoption of the Batho-pele moral standard as a guiding philosophy was perceived as a progressive step towards redressing apartheid oriented leadership style in administration of service delivery and related activities.Nevertheless, literature review and observable traditional management fundamentals such as the Black African workers -proletarised and vulnerable, and European, whites -managementpossession of resources and advantaged remain the mainstay of the practice.Furthermore, these limitations are exacerbated by the high rate of corruption of which tends to suggest the decay of moral standards.In conclusion, this article recommends the deployment of leadership knowledgeable of multicultural leadership style that recognizes all diverse cultural values in the country like South Africa.

Ntokozo Mthembu

Possibility of a Novel Caliber of Leadership in the 21st Century: A Post-colonial Perspective

21世纪新型领导力的可能性：后殖民视角

This study investigated alcohol misuse associated with risky sexual behavior, which poses a challenge in South Africa, where the rate of HIV transmission is high.Southern Africa faces the challenge of HIV risk behavior, which is linked to the misuse of alcohol.The use of the qualitative research methodology was appropriate, as the researchers were interested in gaining a deeper insight into and understanding of male youth's perceptions.The findings also indicate that alcohol has a negative impact on HIV prevention.Unprotected sex, which is connected to alcohol misuse, is one of the ways in which the HIV pandemic is perpetuated.We recommend that a policy should be developed and implemented, with regards to the integration school programs on HIV and alcohol use, in order to enable young people to prevent HIV infection.Raise ongoing awareness of alcohol abuse in communities, in order to reduce the rates of HIV transmission.

Eugene Gabriel Machimana

Phillip Nhlanhla

Male Youths’ Perceptions, Knowledge and Beliefs of Alcohol Misuse and HIV Prevention

男性青少年对酒精滥用的认知、知识和信念与艾滋病预防

South Africa forms part of the global village and is not exempted from goods piracy.These substandard goods pose physical and health risks to consumers and business.This study explored the policing of goods piracy in South Africa and the abilities of law enforcement agencies to police this crime.A qualitative research design was adopted.A literature review and interviews were conducted to provide an overview of this problem.The involvement of organized criminals exacerbates the problem and indications are that corruption is rampant in law enforcement agencies.Law enforcement agencies working in silos result in the rapid spreading of goods piracy.A shortage of skilled police members and a lack of training are identified as major problems.The findings of this study can serve as guidelines for preventative and reactive response mechanisms and can suggest ways of improving efficiency and effectiveness in policing goods piracy.

Godfrey Thenga

Policing of Goods Piracy in a Developing Country: A Case of South Africa

发展中国家商品盗版的执法：以南非为例

Background and objectives: Quality assurance and institutional accreditation in education is becoming of paramount importance.This study aims to assess the impacts of the accreditation process of the National Center for Quality Assurance and Accreditation (NCAAA) on the quality of education in one of private university in Libya.Methods: The research adopts a descriptive study design in University of Tripoli Alahlia (UTA) where an official accreditation process was completed by the NCQAA during 2017-2019.Data were collected using the self-study report that produced by the NCQAA accreditation committee during the accreditation process, and were retrieved in specific data collection sheet by one of the authors.Results: The NCQAA accreditation process that lasted about 4 years brought significant changes in the educational progressions and made the staff members more aware of quality issues in education.Our findings also reported significant improvements in the quality of education in the university.Conclusions: The process of NCQAA accreditation conducted in UTA has been positively improved the quality of education.Data from other institutions would also expressively increase the relevance and rationality of the study.

Ahmed E. Atia

Salem A. Elfard

Tarik F. Idbeaa

Sheren E. Enjim

Accreditation Process and Outcomes: Experience of the University of Tripoli Alahlia, Libya

认证过程与结果：的黎波里大学利比亚分校的经验

Quality of life (QOL) is the level of functional well-being in many areas of an individual's life.It is increasingly recognized as a dimension of work in the study of disturbances in the social functioning of the individual.The conceptualization of the results of the quality of family life has been extremely limited so far.In contrast to the quality of individual life, the quality of family life addresses the impact of the quality of individual life on the family -individual interaction and influence because they produce the concept of quality of family life.Having a child with autism spectrum disorder is associated with stress in caring for children, as well as less time for parents to meet their needs.In order to identify areas and indicators of family quality of life in the families of children with autism spectrum disorder we organized two focus groups, the first of which were -1 doctor, 2 psychologists, 3 therapists, 1 social worker, 2 teachers, and a second focus group with 7 parents who have children with autism spectrum disorder, who come from both rural and urban areas.

Ioana Aurelia Șerfezi

Areas and Indicators of Family Life in Families of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

自闭症谱系障碍儿童家庭生活中的领域与指标

Bullfighting prohibition has been a highly controversial topic in Mexico since 1967. The first attempt to ban these activities in this country was done in 1867, by former president Benito Juárez (Vázquez Mantecón, 2013). While there are still people who support bullfighting events, some authors agree that nowadays, even in the countries where these events take place, citizens mostly disapprove of these practices (Cordeiro Rodrigues &amp; Achino, 2017; Flores Mercado, 2023; Perales &amp; Thouverez, 2014). However, legislation in many countries has been going back and forth regarding the prohibition of this type of event. Just to mention two, according to Badorrey Martín (2009) the first ban was a canonical prohibition by a Pope in 1567, which had to be revoked after it was not complied with. As for the civil law, Badorrey Martín (2009) acknowledges the Spanish king Carlos III to be the first leader who tried to ban bullfighting in 1787. Using Toulmin’s argumentation model and Van Dijk’s manipulation theory, this article analyses the arguments given by Tauromaquia Mexicana A.C. in favor of bullfighting. The findings suggest that while the document titled Argumentos a favor de la tauromaquia (Arguments in favor of bullfighting) presents incomplete arguments, there is a clear tendency to manipulation in them.

Alma Jiménez Aguilar

Bullfighting Prohibition, a Controversial Decision: Tauromaquia Mexicana’s Arguments Analysis

斗牛禁令：一个有争议的决定——墨西哥斗牛术的论点分析

This paper is about the comparison of cost and liability in the tax system. The results show that the liability increases the tax revenue and the costs decrease the tax revenue. The applied methodology is based on the S.M. (Sensitivity Method) where the comparison between the cost and the liability happens through diagrammatic analysis. The mathematical background and the theory of the money cycle clarify the behavior of these variables. The scope of the paper is to confirm the behavior of the theory of the Cycle of Money considering these variables. The objective of this work is to reveal the interaction between these variables.

Constantinos Challoumis

Comparative Analysis Between Cost and Liability Based on the Sensitivity Method

基于敏感性方法的成本与责任比较分析

This paper examines the well-being of senior citizens, which is a matter of concern for society. Factors such as family structure, living arrangements, socio-economic status, education, health, and social structure (rural/urban) all play a role in the well-being of the elderly. There is a global effort to create an elderly-friendly society, and this study focuses on understanding the post-retirement well-being of elderly participants through their gardening activities. The study involved 12 participants, both men and women aged 60-75 years, who were retired from various organizations. The interviews were recorded, transcribed, coded, and analyzed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) for thematic analysis. Most of the participants spent an average of two hours daily on gardening activities, influenced by factors such as family history, personal desires, advice from friends and relatives, and social media. After retirement, many individuals experience mental stress and seek new activities to fill their time, such as reading, writing, traveling, volunteering, gardening, playing cards, and spending time with grandchildren. However, many retirees engage in gardening without fully understanding the social, economic, and health benefits it can provide in their later years.

Gita Khadka

Megh Dangal

Senior Citizens’ Perceptions on Therapeutic Well-being and Their Influenced In-Home Gardening After Retirement: A Phenomenological Case Study of Kathmandu Metropolis City of Nepal

尼泊尔加德满都大都会市老年人对治疗性福祉及其退休后居家园艺影响的感知：一项现象学案例研究

This study examines how people’s moral and ethical behavior influences tax compliance. The research involved interviews with four taxpayers in East Nusa Tenggara Province. Taxes play a crucial role in funding public services, and their proper collection is vital for community welfare. The study suggests that more than a robust tax system is needed; incorporating moral and cultural values is essential to encourage compliance. The findings reveal that taxpayers adhere to tax obligations not just because of the system but also due to a sense of responsibility for their business sustainability.

Danny Wibowo

If it is Possible to be Non-Compliant: Why Should it be Compliant?

如果有可能不遵守：为什么要遵守？

The purpose of the present study is to explore middle school teachers’ views on discipline. The qualitative research method was used. The participants in the research consisted of 21 middle school teachers. The teachers in our study conceptualized discipline as a tool of orderliness, orienting individuals to conscious compliance with rules. School discipline can affect students’ social inclusion and social control. Some also referred to its ideological orientation. School discipline is implemented directly or indirectly, with educational policy and institutions playing essential mediating roles.

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