Advances in Religious and Cultural Studies (ARCS): 115 Volumes

Series Editor(s): Nancy Erbe (California State University-Dominguez Hills, USA)

ISSN: 2475-675X|EISSN: 2475-6768

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In the era of globalization, the diversity of the world and various cultures becomes apparent as cross-cultural interactions turn into a daily occurrence for individuals in all professions. Understanding these differences is necessary in order to promote effective partnerships and interactions between those from different religious and cultural backgrounds.

The Advances in Religious and Cultural Studies (ARCS) book series brings together a collection of scholarly publications on topics pertaining to religious beliefs, culture, population studies, and sociology. Books published within this series are ideal for professionals, theorists, researchers, and students seeking the latest research on collective human behavior in terms of religion, social structure, and cultural identity and practice.

Topics Covered

Cross-Cultural Interaction
Cults and Religious Movements
Cultural Identity
Gender
Globalization and Culture
Group Behavior
Human Rights and Ethics
Impact of Religion on Society
Politics and Religion
Social Stratification and Classes
Sociology
Stereotypes and Racism

Titles in Series

Women Empowerment and the Feminist Agenda in Africa

Maxwell Constantine Chando Musingafi (National University of Lesotho, Lesotho), Chipo Hungwe (Midlands State University, Zimbabwe)

This book argues that African women's lived experiences are often spoken about authoritatively by people who are not included within this demographic, relegating...

Evaluating Indigenous African Tradition for Cultural Reconstruction and Mind Decolonization

Oluwole Olumide Durodolu (Department of Information Science, University of South Africa, South Africa), Olumuyiwa Olusesan Familusi (University of Ibadan, Nigeria), Ngoako Solomon Marutha (University of South Africa, South Africa), Collence T. Chisita (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)

Evaluating Indigenous African Tradition for Cultural Reconstruction and Mind Decolonization is edited by Oluwole O Durodolu, and is an insightful book that challenge...

The Russia-Ukraine War and Its Consequences on the Geopolitics of the World

Nika Chitadze (International Black Sea University, Georgia)

Geopolitics is a concept that shapes shifts following the socio-political and economic changes made within or in neighboring states. Usually, the popularity in geopo...

Strategies for Cultural Assimilation of Immigrants and Their Children: Social, Economic, and Political Considerations

Harish Chandra Chandan (Independent Researcher, USA)

When immigrants leave their home country to live in a host country that has a different culture, the acculturation process begins. There is subtle cultural, social,...

Implications of Marginalization and Critical Race Theory on Social Justice

Harish C. Chandan (Independent Researcher, USA)

Critical race theory is an emerging transdisciplinary, race-equity methodology that originated in legal studies and is grounded in social justice. Critical race theo...

Handbook of Research on Deconstructing Culture and Communication in the Global South

Desmond Onyemechi Okocha (Bingham University, Nigeria), Muhammad Yousaf (University of Gujrat, Pakistan), Melchizedec J. Onobe (Bingham University, Nigeria)

There are inequalities in global knowledge production in communication outlets, cultural practices, and governance problems. Under this symbiotic relationship, they...

Transformative Social Change in Organizations and Institutions: A DEI Perspective

Jonathan Wesley (Independent Researcher, USA), Adrian J. Mack (Independent Researcher & DEI Consultant, USA), LaKeisha Thorpe (Independent Researcher & DEI Practitioner, USA)

Due to the unfortunate events of 2020, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has become trendy without the public truly understanding the systemic and structural im...

The Depathologizing of Black Masculinity Within Legacy and New Media

William R Robinson (North Carolina Central University, USA)

It has been over 10 years since the tragic and preventable death of Trayvon Martin. In the 10 years since his death, there have been at least 20 high-profile media c...

Understanding Bilingualism, Bilinguality, and Bilingual Education in an Era of Globalization

Ai-Ling Wang (Tamkang University, Taiwan)

Understanding Bilingualism, Bilinguality, and Bilingual Education in an Era of Globalization is written by Dr. Ai-Ling Wang, and provides a comprehensive guide for s...

Handbook of Research on Exploring Gender Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Through an Intersectional Lens

Eleni Meletiadou (London Metropolitan University, UK)

Organizations worldwide have introduced equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) policies to address the inherent disadvantages experienced by employees with diverse...

Handbook of Research on Diversity and Gender Differences in Spiritual Experiences

Essien Daniel Essien (University of Uyo, Nigeria)

In society, diversity is often complicated by the considerations of the intersections of gender and religion. Given that religion is particularly shaped by and inter...

Intersecting Health, Livability, and Human Behavior in Urban Environments

Roberto Alonso González-Lezcano (Universidad CEU San Pablo, Spain)

The promotion of sustainable urban development and livable cities in the past three decades has effectively merged the themes of urban health, urban sustainability,...

Reconstructing Perceptions of Systemically Marginalized Groups

Leslie Ponciano (Hope Education Research Solutions, USA)

The professions that are designed to help others are often deeply ingrained with a pervasive deficit perspective that may hinder the potential for people who have be...

Perspectives on Critical Race Theory and Elite Media

E. Thomas Lehner (Bronx Community College, USA)

In the modern world, ideology is prominent in elite educational journalism. Because of this, for many audiences, it is not apparent what is a myth and what is fact....

Analyzing Black History From Slavery Through Racial Profiling by Police

Janelle Christine Simmons (Independent Researcher, USA)

Around the world, Black individuals still fight for their rights. It is important to see the roots, the progression, and current state of both Black discrimination a...

Handbook of Research on Managing the Urban-Rural Divide Through an Inclusive Framework

Ayobami Abayomi Popoola (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa), Hangwelani Hope Magidimisha-Chipungu (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa), Lovemore Chipungu (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

In recent years, the growing disparities between rural and urban areas in developing countries have been a cause of major concern. The rural-urban gap remains the si...

Hamas in Power: The Question of Transformation

Qossay Hamed (Al-Quds Open University, Palestine)

Since winning the majority in the Palestinian legislative council in 2006 and seizing power in Gaza in 2007, Hamas’ location in power has posed a serious challenge t...

Urban Poetics and Politics in Contemporary South Asia and the Middle East

Moussa Pourya Asl (Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia)

In today’s world, it is crucial to understand how cities and urban spaces operate in order for them to continue to develop and improve. To ensure cities thrive, furt...

Preservation and Restoration Techniques for Ancient Egyptian Textiles

Harby E. Ahmed (Faculty of Archaeology, Cairo University, Egypt), Abdulnaser Abdulrahman Al-Zahrani (King Saud University, Saudi Arabia)

Preservation and restoration techniques are essential in maintaining the integrity of historic artifacts, including textiles, and specifically, the materials of the...

Global LGBTQ+ Concerns in a Contemporary World: Politics, Prejudice, and Community

Namita Rajput (Sri Aurobindo College, University of Delhi, India), Aishwarya Katyal (Shri Venkateshwara University, India), Radhhika Katyal (Jagannath University, India)

Despite the empowering pride culture that has evolved globally in the past half-century, the LGBTQAI+ community continues to face widespread discrimination. They are...

Fighting for Empowerment in an Age of Violence

Milica Boskovic (Faculty of Diplomacy and Security, University Union Nikola Tesla, Serbia), Gordana Misev (Ministry of Mining and Energy Republic of Serbia, Serbia), Nenad Putnik (Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Serbia)

In today’s modern world, persistent violence against vulnerable groups and minorities permeates societies, making it difficult for them to flourish. Empowering these...

Global and Transformative Approaches Toward Linguistic Diversity

Sarah E. DeCapua (University of Connecticut, Storrs, USA), Eda Başak Hancı-Azizoglu (Mediterranean (Akdeniz) University, Turkey)

A world of diversity brings along the necessity for multilingual perspectives. People must unite and understand each other more than ever before to overcome the chal...

Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Women After the COVID-19 Pandemic

Siham El-Kafafi (Arrows Research Consultancy Limited, New Zealand)

During the COVID-19 pandemic, women played a great leading role in cementing communities, organizations, and family foundations. However, the pandemic also exposed v...

Global Perspectives on the LGBT Community and Non-Discrimination

Augustine Edobor Arimoro (University of Roehampton, UK)

In at least seventy-one countries in the world, there are national laws that criminalize same-sex relationships between consenting adults. In at least nine countries...

Examining the Relationship Between the Russian Orthodox Church and Secular Authorities in the 19th and 20th Centuries

Bogdan Ershov (Voronezh State Technical University, Russia), Igor Ashmarov (Voronezh State Institute of Arts, Russia)

In modern Russia, the question is raised about the revival of the spirituality of the population, which increases interest in studying the history of the church. In...

Practices, Challenges, and Prospects of Digital Ethnography as a Multidisciplinary Method

Jahid Siraz Chowdhury (Universiti Malaya, Malaysia), Haris Abd Wahab (Universiti Malaya, Malaysia), Rashid Mohd Saad (Universiti Malaya, Malaysia), Parimal Kumar Roy (Universiti Malaya, Malaysia), Joseph Wronka (Springfield Colleges, USA)

Ethnography in the digital age presents new methods for research. It encourages scientists to think about how we live and study in a digital, material, and sensory w...

Reciprocity and Its Practice in Social Research

Jahid Siraz Chowdhury (Universiti Malaya, Malaysia), Haris Abd Wahab (Universiti Malaya, Malaysia), Rashid Mohd Saad (Universiti Malaya, Malaysia), Hasan Reza (Indiana University, USA), Mokbul Morshed Ahmad (Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand)

Reciprocity has been critical in the philosophy and social sciences of the 20th century. Over the last seven decades, several countries settled by European powers ha...

Whole Person Promotion, Women, and the Post-Pandemic Era: Impact and Future Outlooks

Michelle Crosby (Corvinus University, Hungary), Julianna Faludi (Corvinus University, Hungary)

The COVID-19 pandemic both accelerated social and household inequalities and made them more visible as the spatial and social divide between work and home life was b...

Evolution of Peace Leadership and Practical Implications

Erich Paul Schellhammer (International Leadership Association, Canada)

Faced with conflict and opposition across disciplines and industries, understanding and utilizing peace throughout leadership roles has never been more important tha...

Impact of Women's Empowerment on SDGs in the Digital Era

Ingrid Vasiliu-Feltes (University of Miami, USA)

The impact of women’s empowerment on the Sustainable Development Goals is exponential, as their contributions are essential in all domains relevant to our society an...

Autoethnographic Perspectives on Multilingual Life Stories

Eda Başak Hancı-Azizoglu (Mediterranean (Akdeniz) University, Turkey), Şehnaz Şahinkarakaş (Cağ University, Turkey), Dan J. Tannacito (Indiana University of Pennsylvania, USA)

Storytelling is an ideal avenue for language learners to share their experiences and journeys and find a sense of identity. Everyone who has learned an additional la...

Women Community Leaders and Their Impact as Global Changemakers

Patricia Goodman Hayward (Northeastern University, USA), Sahar Rehman (Northeastern University, USA), Zirui Yan (Tsinghua University, China)

Women, though historically oppressed, have always played a crucial role in global communities. As more women are taking leadership positions in social, political, an...

Gender, Place, and Identity of South Asian Women

Moussa Pourya Asl (School of Humanities, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia)

In the past century, South Asia underwent fundamental cultural, social, and political changes as many countries progressed from colonial dominations through national...

Cultural Encounters and Tolerance Through Analyses of Social and Artistic Evidences: From History to the Present

Meltem Özkan Altınöz (Art History Department, Ankara University, Turkey)

Cultures around the world have recently become more isolated and aggressive in defending their socio-cultural domain. However, throughout history, many civilizations...

Addressing Issues of Systemic Racism During Turbulent Times

Jennifer T. Butcher (Abilene Christian University, USA), Wilbert C. Baker (Lakeland Ministry Institute, USA)

During times of crises, such as pandemics, natural disasters, global poverty, nationwide economic issues, and social justice upheavals, African Americans often encou...

Handbook of Research on Ethnic, Racial, and Religious Conflicts and Their Impact on State and Social Security

Emilia Alaverdov (Georgian Technical University, Georgia), Muhammad Waseem Bari (Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan)

The resolution of conflicts based on religious and ethnic contradictions is a time-consuming process. Under certain conditions, a religious conflict became a form of...

Handbook of Research on Protecting and Managing Global Indigenous Knowledge Systems

Rendani Tshifhumulo (University of Venda, South Africa), Tshimangadzo Justice Makhanikhe (University of Venda, South Africa)

Indigenous knowledge systems (IKS) are a combination of knowledge systems encompassing technology; social, economic, and philosophical learning; or educational, lega...

Black and Brown Leadership and the Promotion of Change in an Era of Social Unrest

Sonia Rodriguez (National University, USA), Kelly Brown (Lamar University, USA)

The world was dealt a blow that included a pandemic and economic crisis as well as racial unrest, initiating an energized charge for social justice advocacy. The Uni...

Overcoming Challenges and Barriers for Women in Business and Education: Socioeconomic Issues and Strategies for the Future

Alice S. Etim (Winston-Salem State University, USA), James Etim (Winston-Salem State University, USA)

Recently, greater emphasis has been placed on the fact that women, regardless of whether they are located in developed or developing nations, are still facing numero...

Handbook of Research on Promoting Social Justice for Immigrants and Refugees Through Active Citizenship and Intercultural Education

Isabel María Gómez Barreto (Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, Spain)

Migration movements have been a constant in the societies of the past, as well as in postmodern society. However, in the past ten years, the increase in political, e...

Handbook of Research on the Impact of COVID-19 on Marginalized Populations and Support for the Future

Haris Abd Wahab (Universiti Malaya, Malaysia), Jahid Siraz Chowdhury (University Malaya, Malaysia), Siti Hajar Binti Abu Bakar Ah (University of Malaya, Malaysia), Mohd Rashid Mohd Saad (University of Malaya, Malaysia)

The COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant risks to particular communities and individuals, including indigenous communities, migrant workers, refugees, transgender...

Understanding Ubuntu for Enhancing Intercultural Communications

Joseph Mukuni (Virginia Tech, USA), Josiah Tlou (Virginia Tech, USA)

Given the importance of cross-cultural competence, it is important that scholars from different parts of the world describe the conceptual frameworks underlying thei...

Philosophising Experiences and Vision of the Female Body, Mind, and Soul: Historical Context and Contemporary Theory

Maxwell Constantine Chando Musingafi (Zimbabwe Open University, Zimbabwe), Racheal Mafumbate (University of Eswatini, Eswatini), Thandi Fredah Khumalo (University of Eswatini, Eswatini)

Much of our understanding of the world, our societies, and ourselves rests on theories and knowledge generated predominantly by men of certain nationalities and econ...

Phenomenological Approaches to Religion and Spirituality

Essien D. Essien (University of Uyo, Nigeria)

There is an interesting knowledge trajectory that God remains incomprehensible, not imperceptible. This lends credence to the fact that religious study since the Enl...

Cultural Perspectives on Global Research Epistemology: Emerging Research and Opportunities

F. Sigmund Topor (University of Electro-Communications, Japan)

Cultural values and structures differ in societies throughout the world. For example, the traditional conformism of Confucian countries is vastly dissimilar from the...

Social, Educational, and Cultural Perspectives of Disabilities in the Global South

Sibonokuhle Ndlovu (University of Johannesburg, South Africa), Phefumula Nyoni (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)

Technology and research for disabilities and disability support are largely produced by the Global North even though it is utilized globally, including in the Global...

Immigrant Women’s Voices and Integrating Feminism Into Migration Theory

Florence Nyemba (University of Cincinnati, USA), Rufaro Chitiyo (Tennessee Technological University, USA)

Migration is a multifaceted phenomenon that plays a critical role in today’s world, yet there have been few attempts to look beneath the surface of the mass movement...

Impact of Immigration and Xenophobia on Development in Africa

Mavhungu Abel Mafukata (Department of Development Studies, University of South Africa, South Africa)

Human movement has an influence on the socio-economic dynamics of people, regions, and countries. The schisms between host and immigrants impact how host countries u...

Indigenous Research of Land, Self, and Spirit

Robin Throne (University of the Cumberlands, USA)

Indigenous cultures meticulously protect and preserve their traditions. Those traditions often have deep connections to the homelands of indigenous peoples, thus for...

Handbook of Research on Using Global Collective Intelligence and Creativity to Solve Wicked Problems

Ziska Fields (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)

Today’s world is continually facing complex and life-threatening issues that are too difficult or even impossible to solve. These challenges have been titled “wicked...

Handbook of Research on Cultural Heritage and Its Impact on Territory Innovation and Development

Lídia Oliveira (University of Aveiro, Portugal), Ana Carla Amaro (University of Aveiro, Portugal), Ana Melro (University of Aveiro, Portugal)

Cultural heritage is perceived as the glue that keeps individuals together and makes them feel a part of something larger. It is the past that allows individuals to...

Women Empowerment and Well-Being for Inclusive Economic Growth

Shailja Dixit (Amity University, India), Sana Moid (Amity University, India)

As women become more outspoken regarding their right to equal pay, it has been noted that gender equality, with women earning as much as men, would enrich the global...

Challenges to Integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs in Organizations

Aaron J. Griffen (DSST Public Schools, USA)

Throughout the past several years, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives have been a part of a growing phenomenon to address the diverse needs of organization...

Dialectical Perspectives on Media, Health, and Culture in Modern Africa

Alfred O. Akwala (Technical University of Kenya, Kenya), Joel K. Ngetich (Kabianga University, Kenya), Agnes Wanjiku Muchura Theuri (National Youth Service School of Business Studies, Kenya)

Communication plays a critical role in enhancing social, cultural, and business relations. Research on media, language, and cultural studies is fundamental in a glob...

History of Catalonia and Its Implications for Contemporary Nationalism and Cultural Conflict

Antonio Cortijo Ocaña (University of California, Santa Barbara, USA), Vicent Martines (ISIC-IVITRA, University of Alicante, Spain)

Recent political developments in Spain regarding Catalonia have prompted scholars from several disciplines to research the singularity of this region and of the terr...

Indigenous Language Acquisition, Maintenance, and Loss and Current Language Policies

Toru Okamura (Komatsu University, Japan), Masumi Kai (University of Guam, Guam)

The world’s linguistic map has changed in recent years due to the vast disappearance of indigenous languages. Many factors affect the alteration of languages in vari...

Memory, Conflicts, Disasters, and the Geopolitics of the Displaced

Clara Rachel Eybalin Casseus (Independent Researcher, France), Stevens Aguto Odongoh (Makerere University, Uganda), Amal Adel Abdrabo (Faculty of Education, Alexandria University, Egypt)

Transnational migration studies tend to conceptualize a clear spatial distinction between refugee camps and their surroundings as “spaces of the displaced” and “spac...

Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Women, Voice, and Agency

Berrin Yanıkkaya (Yeditepe University, Turkey), Angelique Margarita Nairn (Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand)

Across the world, it has remained a significant challenge for women to be heard within crucial components of society. Male domination has a vast history of restricti...

Implications of an Evolved Christianity in the Modern World

James Patrick Byrnes (Temple University, USA)

Evolved Christianity represents something of a middle ground between the “nothing should be retained” and “everything should be retained” positions typically held by...

Handbook of Research on Social and Cultural Dynamics in Indian Cinema

Santosh Kumar Biswal (Symbiosis International University (Deemed), India), Krishna Sankar Kusuma (Jamia Millia Islamia, India), Sulagna Mohanty (Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, India)

Cinema in India is an entertainment medium that is interwoven into society and culture at large. It is clearly evident that continuous struggle and conflict at the p...

Examining a New Paradigm of Heritage With Philosophy, Economy, and Education

António dos Santos Queirós (Lisbon University, Portugal)

OECD, UNESCO, the European Union, and the United Nations acknowledge that formal educational systems alone cannot respond to rapid and constant technological, social...

Handbook of Research on New Dimensions of Gender Mainstreaming and Women Empowerment

Moly Kuruvilla (University of Calicut, India), Irene George (Emirates Institute for Banking and Financial Studies, UAE)

Globally, women are facing social, economic, and cultural barriers impeding their autonomy and agency. Accelerated women empowerment programs often fail to attain th...

Young Adult Sexuality in the Digital Age

Rachel Kalish (SUNY College at Old Westbury, USA)

Technology is rapidly advancing, and each innovation provides opportunities for such technology to mesh with the human enactment of physical intimacy or to be used i...

Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Media Fandom

Robert Andrew Dunn (East Tennessee State University, USA)

Leisure time today is driven by fandom. Once viewed as a social pariah, the fan and associated fandom as a whole has transformed into a popularized social construct...

Critical Reflections and Politics on Advancing Women in the Academy

Taima Moeke-Pickering (Laurentian University, Canada), Sheila Cote-Meek (York University, Canada), Ann Pegoraro (Laurentian University, Canada)

Women in the Academy are raising issues of pay parity, equal representation on committees, increased leadership positions, stories of resilience, and mentorship espo...

Understanding Gender in the African Context

Jeffrey Kurebwa (Bindura University of Science Education, Zimbabwe)

One of the most significant dimensions of gender studies is that it is political. It raises questions about power in society and how and why power is differentially...

Oral History Reimagined: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Sam Pack (Kenyon College, USA)

The traditional method of composing the life history as a flowing narrative is not only morally dishonest but also intellectually inadequate because it conveys the f...

Handbook of Research on the Impact of Culture in Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding

Essien Essien (University of Uyo, Nigeria)

The contemporary conflict scenarios are beyond the reach of standardized approaches to conflict resolution. Given the curious datum that culture is implicated in nea...

Applying Innovative Technologies in Heritage Science

George Pavlidis (Athena – Research and Innovation Center in Information, Communication, and Knowledge Technologies, Greece)

Heritage science, a cross-disciplinary field of study that emphasizes research on cultural interpretation and management, has seen significant development in recent...

Fostering Collaborations Between African American Communities and Educational Institutions

Patrice Wynette Jones (Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, USA)

Historically, African American communities were marked by a strong sense of community, promoted by limited resources and racial segregation. However, with integratio...

Self-Organization of the Human Mind and the Transition From Paleolithic to Behavioral Modernity

Yury N. Kovalyov (Mykhailo Boichuk Kyiv State Academy of Decorative Applied Arts and Design, Ukraine), Nver M. Mkhitaryan (Institute of Renewable Energy, National Academy of Science of Ukraine, Ukraine), Alexander Yu. Nitsyn (National Technical University “Kharkov Polytechnic Institute”, Ukraine)

There is no common understanding of the concept of the human mind, its changes in different historical epochs, forecasts for development, or its influence on the phe...

Understanding the Relationship Between Religion and Entrepreneurship

Khaled Tamzini (University of Sousse, Tunisia), Anis Ben Salem (ISG of Sousse, Tunisia)

In recent years, a number of scholars trained in the area of economics have begun to pay attention to a fascinating and increasingly important question: Does the int...

Developing Effective Communication Skills in Archaeology

Enrico Proietti (Ministry for Cultural Heritage and Activities and for Tourism, Italy)

Communicating archaeological heritage at the institutional level reflects on the current status of archeology, and a lack of communication between archaeologists and...

Adapting Human Thinking and Moral Reasoning in Contemporary Society

Hiroshi Yama (Osaka City University, Japan), Veronique Salvano-Pardieu (University of Tours, France)

Studies on human thinking have focused on how humans solve a problem and have discussed how human thinking can be rational. A juxtaposition between psychology and so...

Recent Social, Environmental, and Cultural Issues in East Asian Societies

Mika Markus Merviö (Kibi International University, Japan)

East Asian societies continue to react to developments occurring in the Western part of the world as well as influence development elsewhere due to the global reach...

New Aesthetic Thought, Methodology, and Structure of Systemic Philosophy

Jie Wu (China System Philosophy Research Centre, Shenzhen University, China)

The methodologies of aesthetic thought have always had a deep, historic foundation and serve as a staple of philosophy. Researchers have begun re-examining the struc...

Multidisciplinary Issues Surrounding African Diasporas

Uche T. Onyebadi (Texas Christian University, USA)

Members of diasporic populations often have a unique, dual persona consisting of one’s migrant role as a permanent or transient member of a new country and one’s rol...

Globalization and Its Impact on Violence Against Vulnerable Groups

Milica S. Boskovic (College of Social Work, Serbia)

Violence is most common when there is a power disparity between two groups of people, and those with less power are far more likely to become the victim in a violent...

Working With Muslim Clients in the Helping Professions

Anisah Bagasra (Kennesaw State University, USA), Mitchell Mackinem (Wingate University, USA)

Members of the Muslim community are a growing population in North America and Europe who go underserved due to challenges that they face when seeking to utilize serv...

#MeToo Issues in Religious-Based Institutions and Organizations

Blanche J. Glimps (Tennessee State University, USA), Theron N. Ford (Independent Scholar, USA)

Currently, the nation’s attention is concentrated on the long-standing sexual misdeeds conducted by prominent political, sports, and entertainment figures, which has...

Science and Spirituality for a Sustainable World: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Deepanjali Mishra (Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology, India)

Spiritual masters through the ages have devised methods different than those of science for investigating the great mystery of nature by, for example, immersing them...

African American Suburbanization and the Consequential Loss of Identity

Patricia H. Hoffman-Miller (Prairie View A&M University, USA), Marlon James (Texas A&M University, USA), Douglas Hermond (Prairie View A&M University, USA)

African Americans migrated from southern regions of the United States, the Caribbean, and Africa during the early 20th century, settling in large urban communities i...

Intercultural and Interfaith Dialogues for Global Peacebuilding and Stability

Samuel Peleg (Fordham University, USA)

Communication is vital to the prosperity and survival of the community, with the quality of communication amongst its members directly improving or worsening the val...

The Normative Nature of Social Practices and Ethics in Professional Environments

Marc J. de Vries (Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands), Henk Jochemsen (Wageningen University & Research, The Netherlands)

Professionals function in what can be called “social practices.” Norms in the practice set professionals’ responsibilities and rights and classify what is seen as mo...

Memory, Identity, and Nationalism in European Regions

Victor Apryshchenko (Southern Federal University, Russia), Oxana Karnaukhova (Southern Federal University, Russia)

Memory studies is a well-established academic discipline, but the revised issue of ethnicity poses a new set of research questions, particularly in relation to the p...

Examining the Social and Economic Impacts of Conflict-Induced Migration

Esther Akumbo Nyam (Plateau State University, Nigeria), Festus Idoko (University of Jos, Nigeria)

Worldwide conflict continues to force the migration of citizens seeking safety, shelter, and stability. This conflict-induced migration has social and economic impac...

Handbook of Research on Indigenous Knowledge and Bi-Culturalism in a Global Context

Shahul Hameed (Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, New Zealand), Siham El-Kafafi (Arrows Research Consultancy Limited, New Zealand), Rawiri Waretini-Karena (Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi, New Zealand)

Society is continually moving towards global interaction, and nations often contain citizens of numerous cultures and backgrounds. Bi-culturalism incorporates a high...

Music and Messaging in the African Political Arena

Uche T. Onyebadi (Texas Christian University, USA)

Political campaigning affects numerous realms under the communication umbrella with each channel seeking to influence as many individuals as possible. In higher educ...

Global Diaspora Politics and Social Movements: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Emily B. Stacey (Swansea University, UK)

Global politics has transformed in recent years due to a rise in nationalist ideology, the breakdown of multiple societies, and even nation-state legitimacy. The nat...

Conservation, Restoration, and Analysis of Architectural and Archaeological Heritage

Carlo Inglese (Sapienza University of Rome, Italy), Alfonso Ippolito (Sapienza University of Rome, Italy)

Cultural heritage identifies and preserves past achievements for the benefit of future generations. Examining the extent to which heritage preservation is feasible i...

Analysis, Conservation, and Restoration of Tangible and Intangible Cultural Heritage

Carlo Inglese (Sapienza University of Rome, Italy), Alfonso Ippolito (Sapienza University of Roma, Italy)

Communities have witnessed a fundamental shift in the ways they interact with heritage sites. Much of this change has been driven by the rapid democratization and wi...

Infocommunication Skills as a Rehabilitation and Social Reintegration Tool for Inmates

Lídia Oliveira (University of Aveiro, Portugal), Daniela Graça (University of Aveiro, Portugal)

The prison population is a social group with a high level of digital divide. These individuals need to acquire digital skills for their future integration into socie...

Post-Holocaust Studies in a Modern Context

Nitza Davidovitch (Ariel University, Israel), Ronen A. Cohen (Ariel University, Israel), Eyal Lewin (Ariel University, Israel)

In the modern age, post-Holocaust studies should embrace the variety of media and cultural channels available to enable the comprehension of the current population....

Handbook of Research on Heritage Management and Preservation

Patrick Ngulube (University of South Africa, South Africa)

Archives, museums, and libraries are pivotal to the management and preservation of any society's heritage. Heritage assets should be systematically managed by pu...

Redefining Translation and Interpretation in Cultural Evolution

Olaf Immanuel Seel (Ionian University of Corfu, Greece)

Culture has a significant influence on the emerging trends in translation and interpretation. By studying language from a diverse perspective, deeper insights and un...

Educational Development and Infrastructure for Immigrants and Refugees

Şefika Şule Erçetin (Lancaster University, UK & Hacettepe University, Turkey)

Education is a pivotal influence on all members of society. However, in the case of immigrants and refugees integrating into a new country, allowing proper learning...

Social Considerations of Migration Movements and Immigration Policies

Şefika Şule Erçetin (Lancaster University, UK & Hacettepe University, Turkey)

In the globalized era, a higher level of attention is given to various migration, immigration, and refugee movements. By undertaking research on these concepts, thei...

Global Ideologies Surrounding Children's Rights and Social Justice

Icarbord Tshabangu (Leeds Trinity University, UK)

Social rights are a pivotal concern for all of society, including today’s population of children. The study of the rights, or lack thereof, that children have must b...

Interpretation of Visual Arts Across Societies and Political Culture: Emerging Research and Opportunities

Mika Markus Merviö (Kibi International University, Japan)

It is thought that every work of art possesses multiple interpretations, depending on each viewer. Analyzing personal assessments of artwork can help enable us to ga...

Family Dynamics and Romantic Relationships in a Changing Society

Nava R. Silton (Marymount Manhattan College, USA)

As society changes and develops, personal relationships can be significantly affected by evolving cultures. By examining amorous and familial bonds in the present er...

Creating a Sustainable Vision of Nonviolence in Schools and Society

Swaranjit Singh (California State University, USA), Nancy D. Erbe (California State Education Vendor, USA)

A nonviolent environment provides many benefits to its population. Although all industries can reap the rewards of nonviolence, its positive impacts can particularly...

Multiculturalism and the Convergence of Faith and Practical Wisdom in Modern Society

Ana-Maria Pascal (Regent's University London, UK)

Religion is considered by many to be something of the past, but it has a lasting hold in society and influences people across many cultures. This integration of spir...

Police Brutality, Racial Profiling, and Discrimination in the Criminal Justice System

Stephen Egharevba (University of Turku, Finland)

In order to protect and defend citizens, the foundational concepts of fairness and equality must be adhered to within any criminal justice system. When this is not t...

Defending Human Rights and Democracy in the Era of Globalization

Christina Akrivopoulou (Hellenic Open University, Greece)

The era of technology in which we reside has ushered in a more globalized and connected world. While many benefits are gained from this connectivity, possible disadv...

Handbook of Research on Emerging Technologies for Architectural and Archaeological Heritage

Alfonso Ippolito (Sapienza University of Rome, Italy)

Cultural heritage is a vital, multifaceted component of modern society. To better protect and promote the integrity of a culture, certain technologies have become es...

Intercultural Relations and Ethnic Conflict in Asia

Swati Jaywant Rao Bute (AMITY University, India)

Many geographically diverse regions in the world contain a rich variety of cultures within them. While some have many socio-cultural similarities, tensions can still...

Comparative Perspectives on Civil Religion, Nationalism, and Political Influence

Eyal Lewin (Ariel University, Israel), Etta Bick (Ariel University, Israel), Dan Naor (Bar Ilan University/Ariel University, Israel)

Throughout history, as well as in contemporary times, religion has had a significant impact on society and culture. Many times religious undertones are incorporated...

Critical Research on Sexism and Racism in STEM Fields

Ursula Thomas (Georgia Perimeter College, USA), Jill Drake (University of West Georgia, USA)

Despite a higher percentage of women entering various STEM fields, issues of discrimination and stereotyping continue to exist. These difficulties create a potential...

Handbook of Research on Chaos and Complexity Theory in the Social Sciences

Şefika Şule Erçetin (Hacettepe University, Turkey), Hüseyin Bağcı (Middle East Technical University, Turkey)

The concept of “chaos”, and chaos theory, though it is a field of study specifically in the field of mathematics with applications in physics, engineering, economics...

Combating Violent Extremism and Radicalization in the Digital Era

Majeed Khader (Home Team Behavioural Sciences Centre, Ministry of Home Affairs, Singapore), Loo Seng Neo (Home Team Behavioural Sciences Centre, Ministry of Home Affairs, Singapore), Gabriel Ong (Home Team Behavioural Sciences Centre, Ministry of Home Affairs, Singapore), Eunice Tan Mingyi (Home Team Behavioural Sciences Centre, Ministry of Home Affairs, Singapore), Jeffery Chin (Home Team Behavioural Sciences Centre, Ministry of Home Affairs, Singapore)

Advances in digital technologies have provided ample positive impacts to modern society; however, in addition to such benefits, these innovations have inadvertently...

Handbook of Research on Race, Gender, and the Fight for Equality

Julie Prescott (University of Bolton, UK)

Diversity in the workforce can be attributed to both a popular, cultural shift and legislative intervention. Despite these forces, discrimination endures in all aspe...

Islamic Economy and Social Mobility: Cultural and Religious Considerations

Hasan Shahpari (Community College of Philadelphia, USA), Tahereh Alavi Hojjat (DeSales University, USA)

In an era of globalization and cross-cultural awareness, an interest in the relationship between economics and religion, politics, and social behavior is alive and w...

Nationalism, Cultural Indoctrination, and Economic Prosperity in the Digital Age

Bryan Christiansen (PryMarke, LLC, USA), Joyce Koeman (University of Leuven, Belgium)

With a background of technological and communication innovations, socialization research, particularly as it refers to cultural and academic learning, has become inc...

Contemporary Social Issues in East Asian Societies: Examining the Spectrum of Public and Private Spheres

Mika Markus Merviö (Kibi International University, Japan)

While the balance between private and public sectors are based primarily on the experiences of the wealthy societies in Western Europe and North America, the global...

New Media and Communication Across Religions and Cultures

Isaac Nahon-Serfaty (University of Ottawa, Canada), Rukhsana Ahmed (University at Albany, SUNY, USA)

The connection of interfaith and intercultural understanding stems from a conceptual foundation on the dialogue between religions and cultures. These types of conver...

Editorial Advisory Board

Editor-in-Chief

Nancy Erbe, California State University-Dominguez Hills, United States

Editorial Advisory Board

Ahmet Sozen, Eastern Mediterranean University, Cyprus

Angela Paiva, Pontifero Catholic University, Brazil

Anthony Normore, California State University-Dominguez Hills, United States

Charles Thomas, California State University-Dominguez Hills, United States

Daniel Karanja, U.S. Airforce, United States

Joyce Chen, Northern Iowa University, United States

Kijpokin Kasemsap, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Thailand

Kirti Celly, California State University-Dominguez Hills, United States

Mary Jo Festle, Elon University, United States

Matthew Kurtz, Bowling Green State University, United States

Mike Bugason, African Union, Ethiopia

Naresh Dadhich, University of Rajasthan, India

Richard Ndi Tanto, Conflict Resolution and Peace Consultant, Cameroon

Samantha Szczur, Eastern Illinois University, United States

Samuel (Muli) Peleg, Rutgers University, United States

Swaranjit Singh, California Education Vendor, United States

Yeshi Choedon, Jawaharlal Nehru University, India