International Journal of Social Science, Arts and Humanities Research (IJSSAHR) is a peer-reviewed, monthly, open-access journal dedicated to promoting high-quality interdisciplinary research in the fields of social sciences, arts, and humanities. Backed by a strong Editorial Board and a robust, rapid peer-review system, IJSSAHR aims to foster academic exchange and contribute to the global dissemination of knowledge in these diverse fields.
- Starting Year: 2026
- Subject Area: Social Science, Arts and Humanities
The journal seeks to bridge gaps between theory and practice by encouraging contributions that stimulate dialogue among scholars, researchers, and practitioners. The journal focuses on interdisciplinary research in the fields of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, including but not limited to sociology, economics, political science, history, literature, culture, and related areas.
All submitted manuscripts, including papers from symposia or special issues, undergo a rigorous peer-review process conducted by qualified experts appointed by the editorial board. Submissions must present original research work and should not be under review or consideration by any other journal at the time of submission.
Our mission is to foster intellectual dialogue, promote interdisciplinary collaboration, and support the growth of knowledge across diverse academic disciplines. IJSSAHR aims to serve as a platform where scholars, researchers, educators, and practitioners can stay updated on emerging academic trends and actively contribute to meaningful conversations within their fields.
We invite you to join our vibrant academic community and share your work with a global audience through IJSSAHR.
Recently Published Articles
Hans Sachs and the Birth of Poetic Self-awareness: Autobiography, Criticism, and a Paradigm Shift in Literature
Albrecht Classen, USA
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This paper reflects on the rise of poetic self-awareness during the sixteenth century. Although we can identify numerous poets from the twelfth through the fifteenth centuries who began to incorporate references to themselves and their activities as authors, the full-blown development of vernacular autobiography did not come to full bloom until the latter half of the sixteenth century, as best illustrated by the work of the Nuremberg cobbler and mastersinger, Hans Sachs. On the one hand, he included numerous comments about his writing itself, political problems, religious tensions, and his literary sources; on the other, he offered the first comprehensive analysis in poetic forms of his complete works, his Summa from 1567. In many other respects, Sachs also reflected consistently upon his own writing, and his personal experiences, continuing and intensifying, for instance, the trope of the widower’s or widow’s mourning. His Summa deserves particular respect in light of the rise in new autobiographical writings by his contemporaries, such as Thomas Platter.
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SOS to Ghana's and ECOWAS' Parliaments for the Promulgation of Victims Protection Act
Ishmael D. Norman, Ghana
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Background: The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, (UNODC) by resolution 68/187 of 18th December 2013 recommended to member nations to provide “assistance to and support for victims of terrorism, including the role of victims in the criminal justice framework”. Objective: This paper calls on other Sub-Saharan nations and institutions, using Ghana’s Parliament as the focal nation and entity, to provide as a matter of urgency Ghana Victim Protection Act for Victims of Terrorism and Insurgency, Counterterrorism Measures undertaken by government that hurts, injures or kills another, including election violence, extra-judicial killing by a member of the security agency or any agent of government as part of the rule of law and good emergency preparedness practice. Method: Case-study approach. Methodology: is qualitative literature review, relying on secondary data and information due to the nature of the subject matter under investigation. Theoretical Framework: The theories employed in this review include Realism, Constructivism, and the Concept of Human Security. The analysis covered meso-; macro-; and micro-levels to cover the organizational and systems role, and the intersectional relationships between the people and the phenomenon of interests. Result: Since the call and after multiple legislations on terrorism, security sector reforms and international protocols on human security such as the Sustainable Development Goals, many citizens of these nations are still exposed to harm with little or no provision of restoring victims to a more resilient status. The government of Ghana applies ad hoc approaches for citizens’ compensation when State agents cause harm to the citizens, which is not consistent with legislative and best practices in cause-effect paradigm in risk management. Kenya has enacted the “Victim Protection Act, No.17 (2014)”, which seeks to give effect to Article 50 (9) of the Kenyan Constitution of 2010; “to provide for the protection of victims of crime (terrorism/Counter-terrorism measures) and abuse of power (by government and its agents), and to provide them with better information and support services for reparation and compensation to victims; and special protection for vulnerable victims”. Conclusion: The enactment of victims’ protection and care would benefit the population and the society as active partners in national security and related threats to the nations.
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The Phenomenon of Poverty and the Ethics of Help by the Rich Countries
Robert Wadri Aluma, Uganda
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The phenomenon of poverty has long been a subject of ethical debate, particularly in relation to the role of wealthy countries in alleviating the sufferings of the so-called impoverished populations. The question of whether rich countries have an ethical duty to help poor countries engages deep moral considerations about justice, human rights, and global solidarity. Philosophers and ethicists offer different perspectives on this issue. Some argue that affluent nations bear a moral responsibility to assist those in need, while others emphasize the complexities and potential drawbacks of such an approach. This work examines the differing views and considers the extent to which rich countries have or have not an ethical duty to help the poor countries. The study argues that help should transform poor countries into self-reliance by skilling the population rather than by dilly-dallying handouts. The work concludes that poverty is more of ideological debacle than the real absence of wealth-creating resources, in which, help to the poor would be ideal. The work does not intent to end poverty or solve the evils of poverty but rather address the moral concern of help by the rich. The study is a descriptive analysis that depended entirely on secondary library sources.
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Algorithmic Composition: Artificial Intelligence and Generative Methods in Music
Belikova Viktoriia, USA
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This article examines algorithmic composition as a field that employs computational procedures and generative methods to create musical material and complete works. Particular attention is given to artificial intelligence (AI) and its role in contemporary music generation. The paper reviews key paradigms, including rule-based and expert systems, Markov models, evolutionary (genetic) algorithms, and deep learning approaches for symbolic music. Methodologically, the study is based on a structured narrative review of peer-reviewed literature and selected foundational monographs, with emphasis on how models represent musical structure, how outputs are evaluated, and where limitations remain. The analysis highlights trade-offs between controllability, stylistic fidelity, novelty, and structural coherence, and discusses how evaluation practices affect claims of “creativity” and “quality” (Herremans et al., 2017; Yang & Lerch, 2020; Ji et al., 2023). The article also addresses human–machine co-creation workflows and outlines ethical issues related to authorship, labor, dataset provenance, and copyright. Finally, it identifies directions for further research, including improved evaluation protocols, richer forms of musical control, and more transparent documentation of training data and creative intent.
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Puro Veneno Wall Posters, Colombia, South America, 2018 to Present
R.G. Wakeland, USA
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Digital media takes the form of social protest, illegal wall posters, and even anti-social behavior among the streets of Colombia, South America, in the 21st century. While its glaring graphics and blasting messages may be associated with graffiti, in effect, the two styles diverge. Through duplication, manipulating, and printing images, which are then affixed to walls, the media participates in the historic glued-on wall notices and advertisements common in South America. A survey of such political statements made by Puro Veneno collective illustrate this relationship. The posters are compared to other contemporary Latin American social protest media.
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Tracing the Concept of Mission in Public Organizations
Dr. Mike Potter, USA
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This article traces the concept of mission within public organizations through a comprehensive review of classic and contemporary literature in public administration. It identifies how early theorists such as Luther Gulick, Dwight Waldo, and Norton Long recognized mission as fundamental to effective governance, linking organizational purpose with democratic accountability. Later developments in leadership theory, strategic management, and public service motivation expanded this understanding by emphasizing how mission shapes employee commitment, stakeholder relationships, and organizational performance. The review further explores how mission determination is mediated through leadership, external influence, and public values. Contemporary debates center on the balance between mission-based management and constitutional values, with scholars such as Rosenbloom, Goodsell, and Shields highlighting the need for inclusive, evolving definitions of mission that reflect democratic and pragmatic principles. The paper concludes that while mission continues to be a vital organizing concept, significant gaps remain in empirical research on how missions are defined, translated, and operationalized across different levels of public organizations. These areas present promising opportunities for future inquiry.
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Recent U.S. Actions on Venezuela: Power, Legitimacy, Energy, and the Future of Global Order
Dr Rakesh Kumar, India
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The long-standing relationship between the United States and Venezuela has been shaped by ideology, energy geopolitics, and regional security concerns. Over the past decade, this relationship has shifted from diplomatic estrangement and economic sanctions to a more assertive, security-focused engagement. Recent U.S. measures targeting the Venezuelan leadership, including unprecedented enforcement actions against the Maduro regime, mark a significant turning point in hemispheric politics. Washington primarily justifies these actions through counter-narcotics efforts, democratic accountability, and regional security. In contrast, critics view them as violations of sovereignty and international law, driven by energy and geopolitical interests. This paper explores the background of Venezuela’s political and economic crisis, the evolution of U.S.–Venezuela relations over the past decade, and the U.S. military's attempt to capture President Maduro and his wife. Finally, the paper analyses the geopolitics of this incident and addresses four major research questions: U.S. influence in the Americas and the Atlantic; the U.S. energy market; whether Russia should end the Russia-Ukraine war to strengthen its global role in light of multipolarity; and the impact of such unilateral actions on the world order.
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Revisiting the Book of Revelation in the Context and the Makala Prison Experience in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Prof. Dr Lazare Sebitereko Rukundwa, Congo
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Growing up, the story of John at Patmos felt like a legend to me. However, through my theological training and my visit to the island with my wife in December 2024, the socio-political meaning of the book became a reality. The historical background of John’s Apocalypse remains largely hidden from many churchgoers in rural settings like my own. Yet, my fifteen months of imprisonment in Makala prison in DRC without prosecution encouraged me to revisit the political context of John’s arrest and his exile to Patmos. The article discusses the political environment of John’s imprisonment, the apocalyptic language and defiance mechanisms he used to challenge Roman persecution, and the apocalyptic vision of a new heaven and a new earth.
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