IOSR-JHSS   Volume-31 ~ Issue-7 ~ July 2026

Abstract: Linguistic studies of the minority languages in Africa have focused on their classification, vitality, lexical structure, morphology and phonology. Secondary studies such as linguistic sexism are rare in African languages and absent in the Ngoni language, focused by the current study. Be that as it may, aspects such of sexist language are known to be the ideological tools to keep the patriarchal status quo where women are secondary to men......

Key Words: Sexist language, Linguistic aspects, Sexist behaviour, Female gender, Ngoni language

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Abstract: This study examines the final syllable in English words like "written " (/ˈritən) and "Sudden" (/ˈsʌndən/) (p. 1). Standard grammar and phonological frameworks often claim that the weak vowel Schwa \(([ə])\) is completely elided in these phonological contexts, creating only a "syllabic consonant" \([n̩ ]\) (p. 1).
First, the study proves that this dominant theory is incorrect (p. 1). By applying the sound analysis software Praat across an expanded.....

Keywords: Acoustic Phonetics, Schwa Deletion, Syllabic Nasal, CNVS, Praat Analysis, Airflow.

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Abstract: The Boko Haram insurgency in the Lake Chad Basin has generated one of the most devastating humanitarian and women in North-East Nigeria have been disproportionately affected by conflict through displacement, abduction, sexual violence and widowhood. This article examines the role of women in peacebuilding and recovery efforts in Borno State and the wider North-East region of Nigeria, with particular emphasis on their contributions to community reconciliation, reintegration of returnees, livelihood restoration, trauma healing, and social cohesion. The study..

Key words- Women, Peacebuilding, Boko Haram, Lake Chad Basin, Recovery, Reintegration, Reconciliation, Women, Peace and Security Agenda

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Abstract: The idea of local area and its improvement bears key importance in a general public that is turning out to be more associated. A vital structure for areas of strength for advancing among different gatherings is the cooperative energy between Expansion Schooling and Improvement. This exposition investigates the perplexing associations between augmentation training and improvement, enlightening how it assists with shutting holes in geology, sociocultural, and financial status. This study uncovers the intricate systems by which Expansion Training goes about as an impetus for practical turn of events, evenhanded development, and information transmission through..

Key words- Connecting, Communities, Extension Education, Development, Collaboration, Engagement, Empowerment.

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Abstract: This study analyzes translation deviations in English-Vietnamese and Vietnamese-English commercial contracts and compares the findings with university-level legal translation training. The dataset comprises 70 source-target pairs from 35 enterprises in Ho Chi Minh City and a survey of 21 higher education institutions..

Key words- commercial contract translation; legal translation; translation deviations; translation training

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Abstract: This study examined the accountability gap in universities' responses to sexual harassment, with particular emphasis on policy implementation, reporting mechanisms, enforcement procedures, and student protection systems. A quantitative survey design was adopted, and data were collected from 400 students drawn from selected universities in Nigeria and Ghana. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, Weighted Mean Score (WMS), multiple regression,.....

Key words- Institutional accountability; Sexual harassment; Student protection; Duty of care; Higher education

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Abstract: This article examines the development of digital assets in Vietnam in the context of digital transformation, the digital economy, and blockchain adoption. Although Vietnam has a high level of participation in digital asset activities, its legal framework and supervisory capacity remain under development. Using a qualitative approach, including legal analysis, policy comparison, and secondary document analysis, the article analyzes three main issues: the legal......

Key words- Digital assets; crypto-assets; blockchain; digital asset governance; cybersecurity; digital economy.

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