This issue of the Journal of Social and Human Sciences is published with numerous research papers and studies that encompass a wide range of human knowledge. Within its pages, dear reader, you will find a diversity of topics designed to meet your intellectual needs and interests. We hope for the continued engagement of our esteemed readers with such research and studies, so that we may fulfill the journal’s primary objective: the pursuit of higher levels of quality, which constitute the true value and importance of this publication. Despite the challenges that sometimes hinder continuity, our determination and insistence on the journal’s regular issuance compel us to exert greater effort and perseverance. The journal aspires to preserve its scientific and intellectual presence, reaching researchers, institutions, and readers across various academic and cultural fields, both locally and internationally. Success in this endeavor is closely tied to your ongoing participation. Accordingly, we extend a renewed invitation to all professors, researchers, and writers who possess the ability and competence in writing and research to contribute in the service of science and human knowledge. May God grant success.

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The phenomenon of globalization has reshaped the world into a “global village,” eliminating traditional boundaries in geography, economy, social structures, and cultural practices through advancements in communication and information technology. While globalization offers many advantages in technology, industry, knowledge exchange, and human rights, it also poses significant challenges, particularly for youth. Young people, as the most frequent users of modern technologies, are highly exposed to cultural and social influences that may threaten national identity, values, and social cohesion. This study examines the risks globalization imposes on youth—such as cultural alienation, identity loss, unemployment, crime, and social disintegration—and explores the role of social work in mitigating these risks. Using a descriptive analytical approach, the study reviews literature on globalization, its social and cultural impacts on youth, and the potential contributions of social work in promoting resilience, strengthening social values, and addressing youth-related issues. The research aims to identify the nature and scope of globalization, highlight its negative effects on youth, and emphasize how social work can serve as a vital tool to safeguard cultural identity, enhance social responsibility, and support the developmental role of youth as the backbone of society.

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We live in what can rightly be called the age of science, where the adoption of the scientific method has sparked a rapid and continuous revolution through research activity. Since the seventeenth century, the scientific method has undergone significant development and wide dissemination, becoming by the twentieth century a defining feature of modern civilization. With the growing awareness of the role of science in improving human life, the prosperity of societies has increasingly depended on the application of scientific knowledge. However, despite the proliferation of universities and research centers, many developing countries remain behind, unlike advanced societies that have succeeded in establishing strong research foundations as the basis for their progress. This raises important questions about the real connection between science, education, and work, and how it can be harnessed to achieve genuine development in contemporary societies. The article seeks to clarify the dimensions of this relationship, especially in light of rising unemployment and growing criticism of educational systems. Drawing on existing scientific sources as well as the researcher’s own experience, the study emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of how developed societies achieved progress and why many others still struggle.

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structuralism in various scientific fields, clarifying its conceptual foundation as a methodology concerned with the “structure” or internal relations of elements within a whole. Using historical, descriptive, analytical, and comparative approaches, the study seeks to answer key questions: What is the relationship between structuralism and other philosophies? How did it emerge from the philosophical debates of its time? To what extent does it align or differ from preceding currents? And can it be applied as a methodology across different sciences? The importance of the study lies in uncovering the philosophical underpinnings of structuralism, demonstrating its influence on knowledge production, and clarifying its role as a theoretical and methodological framework that connects diverse fields of inquiry.

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Quality assurance in higher education has increasingly receiving a universal concern and been embraced in numerous educational institutions, especially in developed countries. However, this field has not experienced enough attention in developing countries, and therefore, very few researches conducted in this area. In Libyan higher education institution (LHEIs), the concept of quality assurance (QA) is still relatively new and LHEIs appear not adequately ready to implement QA. This research sets out to investigate the importance of using self-assessment practice as a technique for quality improvement in higher education (HE). It also investigates the influencing factors that may hinder or enhance the implementation of the self-evaluation process and how this process can improve the awareness of quality culture and the performance of the educational institution and thus encourage Libyan educational institutions to accelerate adopting this process.To achieve the objectives of this study a review of Arab and international literature for different academic experiments related to quality assurance in institutions of higher education. Through a review of previous literature on quality assurance in institutions of higher education. The results indicate that the self-assessment process can provide strong support and motivation to improve quality and performance efficiency as well as to promote awareness of quality culture and evaluation among the staff. Keywords: quality assurance, higher education, self assessment, quality culture

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The interest in civil society institutions has significantly increased, becoming a crucial topic for many active and socially engaged individuals. The number of civil society organizations in Libya has grown markedly, raising questions about their establishment standards, membership criteria, and the evaluation of affiliated members. Another critical issue concerns the origin of the civil society concept and its compatibility with Arab and Islamic culture, as well as its relevance to local societal values. Critics argue that the concept is imported from Western societies and may not reflect the historical or cultural realities of the Arab world. Some scholars reject the concept because it is rooted in Western liberalism, emphasizing three main dimensions: economic, ideological, and political. These dimensions, shaped by liberal, capitalist, and secular values, often conflict with prevailing Arab and Islamic societal norms. This study focuses on the role of civil society institutions in Libya, particularly regarding the phenomenon of irregular migration. The research examines the mechanisms, laws, and programs guiding these institutions and evaluates their effectiveness in addressing and mitigating irregular migration, which has become a critical issue in post-2011 Libya due to state instability, foreign interventions, and the rise of local and international smuggling networks. The study aims to: 1. Identify the contributions of civil society institutions in Libya toward combating irregular migration. 2. Highlight obstacles that limit these institutions’ effectiveness in addressing the issue. 3. Examine the laws and regulations guiding civil society institutions and their alignment with Libyan traditions and culture. 4. Explore the causes, consequences, and preventive strategies related to irregular migration. The study employed a field survey of civil society institutions in Bani Walid, including their administrative structures and members, to provide comprehensive insights into the role these organizations play in combating irregular migration in Libya.