International Journal of Social Science, Education, Communication and Economics

The Revitalization and Preservation of Indigenous Ghanaian Textiles in Contemporary Fashion Design

Daitey William — 2025-02-19

This study investigates the revitalization and preservation of indigenous Ghanaian textiles in contemporary fashion design, emphasizing their cultural significance, economic potential, and modern challenges. Traditional textiles such as “kente”, “kete”, “adinkra”, and “fugu”/ “batakari” are central to Ghana’s cultural heritage, symbolizing identity and tradition. However, the industry faces hurdles including high production costs, competition from cheaper imports, and diminishing traditional knowledge among younger generations. Adopting a qualitative approach, the research utilized interviews, focus group discussions, and observations involving artisans, fashion designers, educators, and consumers. Findings reveal that despite the immense value of indigenous textiles, their integration into modern fashion is impeded by limited access to raw materials, fluctuating market demand, and inadequate artisan support. Innovative designers, however, are blending traditional textiles with contemporary trends, showcasing adaptability and global appeal. The study recommends strategies such as public education campaigns, financial and technical support for artisans, and stronger intellectual property protections. Promoting sustainable practices, addressing regional production disparities, and fostering designer-artisan collaborations are also key to the industry’s sustainability. This research underscores the role of Ghanaian textiles in economic empowerment and cultural preservation, advocating for a balanced approach that merges tradition with modern innovation to ensure global relevance and sustainability.

Analysis of Economic Growth in ASEAN Members

Rama Sugiyanto — 2025-02-19

The goal of the study is to analyze the factors that impact Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in five ASEAN countries from 2016 to 2022. The independent variables in this model are Export, Education (EDU), and Industry. This study employs a quantitative approach and uses panel data regression. The estimation results indicate that exports positively and significantly to economic growth. In contrast, education has a negative and significant effect on economic growth. Industry variable has a positive but insignificant impact on economic growth. The model uses the Fixed Effects Model (FEM), and the adjusted R-squared is 0.4694. These findings suggest that increasing exports contributes to economic growth. However, education should be aligned with industry needs, and the industrial sector must adapt to updated technologies to avoid deindustrialization.

Democracy and Bureaucracy: A Bibliometrics Comparative Analysis on the Developed and Developing Countries

Eliza Meiyani — 2025-02-28

This study aims to analyze the development of democratic and bureaucratic theories that occur in developed and developing countries. The author identifies this research by analyzing journal articles that are indexed by Scopus as journals with reputable and accountable research outputs. The Scopus database was used as data in this study. This study uses a comparative qualitative method of analysis by comparing documents published in developed and developing countries. The results of this study show that; 1) The development of research related to democracy and bureaucracy based on the Scopus database has decreased significantly in 2017-2020, increased in 2021 and decreased again in 2022. 2) The predominance of research related to democracy and bureaucracy occurs in the United State, where the country is a full-fledged democracy. 3) The connectedness of the study during 2015-2022 is divided into 8 clusters, each cluster displays a comparison of countries with the interconnectedness between countries involved in the research. 4) The high weberianess of the state bureaucracy is due to the professional public administration before democracy combined with electoral competition and non-ethnic politics. Brazil, South Korea, and Taiwan are examples. Argentine hyper-presidentialism exacerbates top-down politicization of public administration and personalist patronage.

The Impact of Leadership and Competence on the Effectiveness of Village Fund Management in Walea Kepulauan Subdistrict, Tojo Una-Una District

Ma’mun Hamsa — 2025-02-28

This study aims to investigate the influence of leadership and competence on the effectiveness of village fund management in Walea Kepulauan Subdistrict, Tojo Una-Una District. The specific objectives are: (1) to examine the effect of village head leadership on the effectiveness of village funds, (2) to explore the impact of village apparatus competence on the effectiveness of village funds, and (3) to analyze the simultaneous influence of both village head leadership and apparatus competence on the effectiveness of village funds. The research utilizes a survey approach with a quantitative method. A total of 117 respondents, including village government officials and members of the Village Consultative Body (BPD), were selected from Walea Kepulauan Subdistrict. Data analysis was conducted using multiple regression analysis with the assistance of SPSS software. The results show that: (1) village head leadership has a negative and significant effect on the effectiveness of village funds, contributing 11.9%, (2) village apparatus competence has a positive and significant effect on the effectiveness of village funds, contributing 45.6%, and (3) both village head leadership and apparatus competence together have a positive and significant effect on the effectiveness of village funds, contributing 51.2%. These findings suggest that enhancing leadership quality and the competence of village apparatuses is crucial for improving the management and effectiveness of village funds in Walea Kepulauan Subdistrict.

A Case Study on the Social Interaction with the Opposite Sex of Early Adult Women Raised by Single Mothers Since Childhood (Without a Father)

Syifa Salsabila — 2025-02-28

This research uses a case study methodology to examine the social interactions of early adult women raised in single-parent households where the father figure has been absent since childhood. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and field notes. The study reveals that the informants had strong attachments to their fathers and experienced deep grief upon their fathers' deaths, which led to social withdrawal and reluctance to engage with the opposite sex. The absence of a father figure significantly impacted the informants' social development, particularly in forming relationships with the opposite sex. Informants expressed feelings of loss and were reluctant to open up to others, especially men, due to their grief and a sense of abandonment. Despite these challenges, the informants eventually adapted by accepting the reality of their father’s death, finding comfort in spiritual growth and learning to accept themselves. This study highlights the long-lasting effects of father absence on social behaviors, particularly in early adulthood, and how these individuals navigate their relationships with others.

Application of Cybergogy Assisted E-Module to Train Digital Literacy: Studies in Junior High School Students

Novitasari Ramadhani — 2025-02-28

This study aims to describe the influence of the application of e-module-assisted cybergogy to train students digital literacy. The development of information technology with the industrial revolution 4.0 in the era of digital society 5.0 is very important to train digital literacy. The learning process is hampered due to low interest in reading and literacy, as evidenced by the low results of the 2022 PISA survey. The cognitive results of the daily test showed that only 50% of students completed using the lecture learning method and printed teaching materials. This research is a type of experimental research with a quasi-quantitative research method. This study uses a pre-experimental design experiment design in the form of a one-shot case study design. This research is located at SMP Negeri 1 Bagor. The source of the data is 32 students in class VIII-D. Data on students digital literacy skills were obtained from posttest scores. The research instrument used is a digital literacy ability test. This study uses data analysis techniques in the form of a descriptive statistical test method. The results of the study show that the application of cybergogy assisted by e-modules is effective in training students digital literacy.

The Relationship Between Gratitude and Resilience in Workers Who Experienced Layoffs Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic

Desti Chintia Romadhon — 2025-02-28

This study aims to determine whether there is a relationship between gratitude and resilience in female workers who have been laid off due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The hypothesis in this study is that there is a relationship between gratitude and resilience. Participants in this study were 150 workers who were laid off due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Sampling was carried out using a purposive sampling technique. The measuring instrument used was a resilience scale that refers to the resilience aspect proposed by Connor and Davidson (2003) and a gratitude scale that refers to the gratitude aspect proposed by According to McCullough, Emmons and Tsang (2002). Hypothesis testing was carried out using Pearson's product moment correlation analysis. The results of the person's product moment correlation showed a value of r = 0.638 with a p value = 0.000 (p <0.05). This shows that there is a positive and significant relationship between gratitude and resilience. Thus the proposed hypothesis is accepted.

Exploring the Determinants of Poverty Gap in Sumatra Island: A Spatial Regression Approach

Euis Shalma — 2025-02-28

The poverty gap index is an important indicator in planning more effective and targeted policies, but it has rarely been studied. This study analyzes the distribution pattern of poverty gap and the influence of non-food per capita expenditure, open unemployment rate, and Gini ratio on poverty gap in districts/municipalities in Sumatra Island in 2023. Using cross-section data from 154 districts/municipalities, the analysis was conducted through the calculation of the global Moran index and spatial autoregressive (SAR) regression. The results show that the gap of poverty in Sumatra Island has a clustered spatial pattern. Regions with moderate to high poverty gap are concentrated in the northern, southern, and western islands, especially in Aceh, Bengkulu, South Sumatra, Lampung, and Nias, Mentawai, and Meranti Islands. In contrast, the central part of Sumatra tends to have lower poverty gap. From the regression analysis, non-food per capita expenditure has a negative effect and Gini ratio has a positive effect on poverty gap. These findings emphasize the importance of considering spatial factors in the formulation of poverty alleviation policies in Sumatra.

The Relationship Between Self-Concept and Deception Behavior in Social Media Users at International College X

Anisa Ifana — 2025-02-28

This study aims to determine the relationship between self-concept and deception behavior in social media users at International College X. The population in this study were students at International College X totaling 86 people. The method used for sampling to be used in the study was saturated sampling (census). The results of the validity test of deception behavior on the scale obtained 22 items that met the criteria as valid items and 10 items were declared invalid from a total of 32 items. The self-concept scale obtained 22 items that met the criteria as valid items and 14 items were declared invalid from a total of 36 items. Based on the results of the analysis of research data to test the hypothesis, the r value was obtained as 0.938 and the p value was 0.000, meaning p <0.05, this means that there is a relationship between self-concept and deception behavior in social media users at International College X. So it can be concluded that there is a positive relationship between self-concept and deception behavior in social media users at Jakarta International College.

Analyzing the Potential Implementation of Environmental Accounting in the Preparation of Sustainable Natural Capital Accounts in Umbele Village

Aan Wahyudin — 2025-02-28

Nature inherently provides essential resources for human sustenance. Consequently, natural resources and environmental services are increasingly utilized. However, escalating population growth and rising income levels have led to a decline in the value and quality of these resources. Uncontrolled exploitation, environmental neglect, and inadequate structured recording pose significant threats to the sustainability of natural capital at the local community level. This study investigates the potential for implementing environmental accounting practices in Umbele Village to facilitate the preparation of sustainable natural capital accounts, utilizing primary data gathered through interviews and field observations. The findings reveal that the majority of Umbele's inhabitants heavily rely on natural resources, which are increasingly affected by environmental degradation and climate change. Current governmental interventions to address these challenges are perceived as insufficient, compounded by a lack of corporate responsibility.