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Harmonizing Legal Frameworks: Bridging the Gap between CEDAW and the Afghan Civil Code in Pursuit of Gender Equality
Get PDFAfghanistan ratified the CEDAW accord without any conditions in 2003 after the deal was formally recognized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 1980. According to the Vienna Agreement; countries can impose restrictions on United Nations resolutions that contradict domestic laws. The Afghan government has decided not to step in, despite the fact that there is a clash between the CEDAW Convention and the Afghan legal system, particularly the Civil Code. The parties to the CEDAW Convention remove from their legal systems any clauses that restrict gender equality as specified by the convention. This article compares and contrasts the rights and obligations regarding marriage, divorce, inheritance, guardianship, custody, and proclamation found in the Afghan Civil Code with Article 16 of the CEDAW Convention
Exploring the Narratives of Rustom and Esfandiar Battle within Shahnameh Ferdowsi: An Analytical Evaluation
Get PDFIn this scholarly investigation, we delve into the narrative of the legendary battle between Rustam and Esfandiar, aiming to unveil the nuanced ideological underpinnings woven within the text. Our analysis traverses various contextual dimensions, including the historical background of the text and its revered status within the tradition. Furthermore, we meticulously examine the linguistic intricacies—ranging from lexical choices to syntactical structures—and the rhetorical strategies employed, alongside an exploration of stylistic elements. Through this multifaceted approach, we strive to elucidate the latent ideological discourse embedded within the narrative. The tale of Rustam and Esfandiar's clash resonates with themes of national sovereignty, the steadfast defense of liberty, and the struggle against oppressive forces across diverse realms. Moreover, it offers insights into the author's critique of prevailing power dynamics and societal injustices
A Study on Lectures Teaching Quality from Students Perspective in Education Faculty of Bamyan University in 2022
Get PDFResearch on teaching quality in universities is one of the most important issues that provide valuable feedback for analyzing educational issues, making critical decisions, and strategic planning for educational authorities and practitioners. On the other hand, with knowledge of their own performance quality during teaching, instructors will be able to improve teaching methods and approaches, thus enhancing the quality of their teaching. The aim of this research is to assess the teaching quality at the Faculty of Education in Bamyan University. In this study, a sample of 283 students from the Faculty of Education was selected using the Four-Multiplier Cochran technique, which employed a convenience sampling method. The Rasouli Teaching Quality Questionnaire (2010) was used to collect the data, which has good validity (0.8) and reliability. It consists of 28 Likert-scale items ranging from "very low" to "very high" and is composed of dimensions such as subject mastery, lesson planning and design, guidance and counseling, communication skills, ethical considerations, and classroom management. This research is a descriptive-survey study with practical applications based on its results. It has a foreign background, and among them, Piry Mohammad study conducted in 2018 at Malayer University in Iran titled "Satisfaction with the Quality of University Teaching," Arzo Mohammadi and colleagues' study in 2015 at Tehran University of Medical Sciences titled "Teaching Quality and its Relationship with Academic Motivation," and Hermz Seynai Nasab and colleagues' study in 2019 at Shahid Modarres University titled "Investigating the Quality of Teaching from the Perspective of Students" can be mentioned. The findings of this research indicate that the teaching quality at the Faculty of Education in Bamyan University is at a desirable level, SPSS21 software was used for data analysis, and a one-sample t-test was employed to analyze the research questions
Alumni Level of Satisfaction on the Services Rendered by the College of Education: Basis for Service Enhancement Planning
Get PDFAlumni associations provide a platform for members of a community who share similar experiences to interact. The main goal is to improve ties between students and alumni while advocating for and contributing to the expansion and improvement of the university in various ways. This study employs a descriptive survey design and analytical approach, using an adapted instrument, conducted on a purposive sample of 102 alumni respondents who attended the annual alumni homecoming activity from various degree programs in the College of Education. The raw data was analyzed using frequency counts, percentages, and ranks. A t-test was used to determine the significant relationship between the variables. The findings revealed that most of the alumni who attended the activity were graduates of the Bachelor of Elementary Education program with one year or less of teaching experience, occupying teaching positions. The alumni were highly satisfied with the quality of instruction in their major and their internship or field experience. In general, they were satisfied with the curriculum and instruction, support, and sports services provided by the College of Education. There was no significant difference in the level of satisfaction with the College of Education's services regarding curriculum, instruction, support services, and extracurricular activities among different degree programs, years of teaching experience, and current teaching positions
Exploring Climate Change Communication in Afghanistan on the X Platform over the Last Six Months of 2024
Get PDFSocial media has emerged as an accessible communication tool for mass audiences worldwide. These new platforms are widely used in Afghanistan for various purposes. Given Afghanistan's high vulnerability to climate change impacts, the country requires effective public awareness and communication strategies across both traditional and new media. To inform policymaking for collective climate action, there is a need to analyze the content of social media discourse on climate change. The primary aim of this study is to explore climate change communication on the X platform to develop effective policies and strategies for leveraging social media, particularly the X platform, to communicate about climate change impacts in Afghanistan. The study employed a descriptive research design combined with a content analysis approach. The results indicate that the social media discourse revolved around key themes, including climate change impacts, Afghanistan's vulnerability to droughts, flash floods, monsoon rains, and unexpected snowfall, the lack of funding for climate change communication and mitigation efforts, and the disproportionate impact on women. The analysis also found that the total user engagement during the five-month study period reached 424,522 interactions, including reposts, replies, likes, and views. The findings of this study can inform the development of targeted, evidence-based communication strategies and policies to raise public awareness and catalyze collective action on climate change in Afghanistan, leveraging the reach and engagement potential of social media platforms
THE CONTRIBUTION OF FUNCTIONAL FOOD TO THE FARMERS’ SOCIO-ECONOMIC WELLBEING IN RWANDA: A STUDY OF CARROTS FARMERS IN NYABIHU DISTRICT
Get PDFFunctional food farming and vegetable production in particular offer an economic opportunity as they generate income for the farmers and people in areas where these kinds of products are cultivated. This study assesses the contribution of functional food to the farmers’ socioeconomic well-being in Rwanda with a focus on carrot farmers in the Nyabihu district, Rwanda. The study is descriptive with a mixed approach of both quantitative and qualitative methods with a target population of 170 carrot farmers from whom a sample size of 119 respondents was selected. Data were collected using a questionnaire and interview and analysed using descriptive statistics. The findings reveal that carrot farming generates income and employment opportunities for rural farmers and people in the area, which in turn permits them to meet their various daily expenses and improves their health conditions. Functional food farmers also face some challenges which include shortage of farming land, pests and diseases, soil erosion and landslides and unstable prices of input amongst others. However, land consolidation, spraying crops against diseases, and provision of loans are among the measures to address such challenges. Different stakeholders including the government, the private sector and NGOs should work in synergy to create a favorable and enabling environment that supports people in rural areas to fully participate in functional food farming
Communication Apprehension and Coping Strategies of the English Language Learners: Basis for Interactive Activities Enrichment
Get PDFCommunication apprehension is an uneasiness experienced by all individuals, especially when speaking. Meanwhile, coping strategies are approaches people use in dealing with anxiety. This study determined the level of communication apprehension and coping strategies of the BSED-English major students of the College of Education (CED), Jose Rizal Memorial State University-Tampilisan Campus. The researchers used the descriptive survey method utilizing the survey-questionnaire checklists. The first instrument was adopted from McCroskey's (1981) cited in Diane (2015) Personal Report of Communication Apprehension 24 (PRCA-24). The other one is the validated researchers-made survey statements comprising 30-item statements categorized as strategies for overcoming communication apprehension in group discussions, meetings, interpersonal conversation, and public speaking, with a Cronbach's alpha value of >0.70. The researchers also adopted McCroskey and Richmond's coding and scoring system, weighted mean, and frequency count. Results show that most of the English major students in JRMSU-TC have a moderate level of communication apprehension. Further, there is a difference in the level of communication apprehension when grouped according to group discussion, meetings, interpersonal communication, and public speaking, as well as in the overall weighted mean. Therefore, there is a difference in the level of communication apprehension of the BSED English major students when grouped according to year level. In terms of coping strategies, students used the following strategies: accepting cultural differences, paying attention when talking to others and considering their cultural views, thoroughly preparing before the speech, and thinking of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation as a reward. In this connection, there are proposed interactive activities that may help overcome the students' communication apprehension
Exploring the Dimensions of Religious Freedom: A Global and Comparative Analysis
Get PDFReligion constitutes a fundamental aspect of the cultural and spiritual lives of individuals globally, encompassing an array of traditions, rituals, and practices. Within the context of liberal democracy's evolution, religion emerges as a critical element of political liberty and personal conscience. On an international scale, the right to religious freedom has been established as a core human right, essential for the sustenance of democratic governance. Despite its recognition, the right to religious liberty remains a highly contentious issue. Even in democracies that provide constitutional protections for religious freedom, debates persist regarding the extensive interpretation and implementation of this right, particularly concerning the rights of religious minorities within these nations. This study explores the concept of religious freedom as a globally recognized right, examining its representation and interpretation across various international and regional legal frameworks. Through this analysis, the paper endeavors to provide a comprehensive overview of religious freedom on both a global and regional scale. Furthermore, it delves into the state of religious freedom in various political systems, ranging from democracies such as United States to theocracies and monarchies like the United Kingdom and countries characterized by a strict demarcation between religion and state affairs, exemplified by France's secularist approach
An Examination of Turkish Culture and Customs before Islam: Outcomes and Implications
Get PDFThis article first investigates the activities, life, and significant role of Turkish peoples in the history of Central Asia and the Middle East before the arrival of Islam. Initially, Turks were introduced as one of the major influential groups in the Central Asian region, living a nomadic and pastoral lifestyle in the plain areas. The article secondly, explores various pre-Islamic religious beliefs and practices of the Turks, including Tengri or Tengrism (worship of natural forces), Buddhism, Manichaeism, Shamanism, and Zoroastrianism.
In addition, the paper describes the Turks' strategic location with the key trade routes, Turkish customs such as the celebration of Nowruz, the nomadic lifestyle, and the wide range of handicrafts including metalwork, pottery, and weaving. The paper also slightly covers the different ethnic and historical origins of Turkish people, such as the Oghuz, Seljuks, Kipchaks, and Ottomans.
Eventually, the article explains the tribal social structure of the Turks, the role of khans and traditional leaders in their societies, and the dominant feudal system before Islam
Art as a Window to Emotions: A Study on the Impact of Conflict on Children's Drawings
Get PDFThis research investigates how students from two different backgrounds in a conflict-affected area—one group being internally displaced (IDP) and the other residing in permanent homes—express their emotions through art. The study aims to understand the emotional experiences of these students and explore the potential therapeutic benefits of art for children in conflict-affected areas. Two experiments were conducted: in the first, students drew freely without specific instructions; in the second, they were asked to express their emotions through their drawings and provide reasons for their choices. In the first experiment, students mostly used dark and dull colors, suggesting feelings of sadness and anxiety. In the second experiment, IDP students used vibrant colors reflecting resilience, while town students used monochromatic shades likely due to their recent experiences with conflict. Living conditions and recent traumatic events significantly influence the emotional expressions in students' artwork. Art-based interventions can be tailored to address their unique emotional needs