Some of the most recent articles from open access anthropology journals (beta)
In the context of the ongoing Russian war of aggression in Ukraine, resilience has become a crucial attribute for educators striving to maintain quality education under adverse conditions. This paper examines teacher-led Communities of Pract…
This study examines the ethical and methodological complexities of conducting qualitative research with forcibly displaced Ukrainian youth during an ongoing war. Through two waves of semi-structured interviews (2023–2024) with 20 young refug…
Digital transformation in Ukrainian local authorities aims to enhance public services, strengthen citizen engagement, and improve transparency and efficiency. The United Nations E-Government Survey (2022) classified Ukraine within the ‘very …
In contemporary realities, cultural heritage has become a crucial and effective resource for the preservation of cultural diversity and the sustainable development of countries, regions, and communities. One of the key approaches to supporti…
In today’s global politics and economy, a country’s image is just as important as its natural resources or scientific and technological capabilities. Building a strong, positive brand is closely tied to shaping an external image through publ…
This editorial introduction presents the special issue of Cosmopolitan Civil Societies, ‘Ukraine’s Crossroads: Domestic Shifts and International Strategies in Times of War’, which brings together five interdisciplinary contributions examinin…
In Indonesia, the intersection of sexuality, privacy, and human rights has become an increasingly contentious issue, particularly regarding consensual relationships. The new Indonesian Criminal Code, which expands provisions on adultery, cre…
Although relevant literature captured why pagtawad (haggling) is a culture, previous studies overrule the sociopolitical and economic factor that explains the broader reason why pagtawad becomes a buyer’s escape to the state crisis that this…
This research explores factors influencing residents’ engagement in community policing in Addis Ababa City, employing a cross-sectional descriptive and interpretive approach. Data was collected from 328 respondents through a semi-structured …
The paper delves into the concept of ‘superdiversity’ within urban districts, using as a case study an area in Lisbon (Arroios), Portugal, which has been dubbed the coolest neighbourhood in the world. Based on case study methodology, using a…
This paper examines how popular culture and digital media shaped youth-led mobilization during Nigeria’s #EndSARS protests. While scholarship on Nigerian activism often focuses on state violence and democratic struggle, this study highlights…
This study presents the development of an innovative contemporary Thai musical drama designed to educate the public about preparing for an ageing society. Traditional Thai musical drama—featuring vocal performance with percussion accompanime…
This study analyzes the collaborative practice of Satu Tungku Tiga Batu in stunting prevention in Fakfak Regency, Indonesia, as a local wisdom-based governance model. Using a qualitative phenomenological approach, data were collected through…
This article explores the intersection of national law and Bugis customary tradition through Dui’ Pappenre in marriage annulment cases. Using a normative legal approach, it identifies a legal vacuum: while Dui’ Pappenre symbolizes respect an…
The degradation of marine ecosystems and the socioeconomic vulnerability of coastal populations are intensifying due to unsustainable fishing methods and inadequate regulatory frameworks. This study seeks to establish the Eco-Muamalat framew…
This paper examines the role of civil society organizations (CSOs) in preserving endangered cultural practices among the Kambari communities of Kebbi and Niger States in Nigeria. It explores the major socio-cultural and linguistic factors th…
Our paper analyzes alternatives to overcome the dynamics of epistemicide through processes of Free, Prior, and Informed Consultation of Indigenous Peoples when exogenous actors act in their territories. The objective is to demonstrate the po…
In this article, we associate the use of te reo Māori in vernacular New Zealand English with political alignments and transformations in Aotearoa New Zealand. The volume and direction of this lexical borrowing – from Māori into vernacular Ne…
International minimum standards for sharing and protecting Indigenous peoples’ traditional knowledge have been adopted under United Nations conventions which promote fair and equitable benefit-sharing with Indigenous peoples. However, biodis…
Communal intellectual property on traditional knowledge, in the South Papua region, has not been adequately identified. This research focuses on the importance of digitized archives for the protection and preservation of traditional knowledg…