Hong Kong Journal of Social Sciences

The Hong Kong Journal of Social Sciences (HKJSS) (ISSN:1021-3619) is a double-blind peer-reviewed, open access research journal. HKJSS aims to publish interdisciplinary research with a primary focus on original research or reviews in various disciplines of humanities and social sciences.
Articles are welcome in the following categories: education and assessment, English language & literature, media & journalism, politics & governance, psychology, sociology, macroeconomics, international economics, econometrics, tourism, insurance, commerce, marketing, history, political science, philosophy, culturology, aesthetics, ethics, law, spirituality.
The Hong Kong journal of Social Sciences is indexed by Scopus, Web of Science, America: History and Life, CSA Sociological Abstracts, Historical Abstracts, Hong Kong Journal Online, International Bibliography of the Social Sciences, International Consortium for the Academic Publication, ProQuest, Ulrich’s Periodical Directory, 中華民國期刊論文索引影像系統, 中文期刊篇目索引影像系統, 香港中文期刊論文索引, 港澳期刊網.
Journal audiences are learned readers, including researchers from universities and higher education institutions, policymakers, and administrators.
Articles containing fundamental or applied scientific results in all areas of the social sciences are accepted for consideration.
The editorial board of the HKJSS includes 25 members and is chaired by Editor-in-Chief Prof. Luo Jinyi.
Frequency of publication: Four issues per year beginning in 2020
Access to all articles on the website is open beginning in 2020; neither registration nor payment is required.
Journal articles are licensed under the CC BY 4.0 Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
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Submission open for No. 65 Spring/Summer 2025 |
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The Hong Kong journal of Social Sciences is accepting submissions for No. Spring/Summer 2025
Hong Kong journal of Social Sciences an international, open access journal with rapid peer-review, which publishes works from a wide range of fields, including anthropology, criminology, economics, education, geography, history, law, linguistics, political science, psychology, social policy, social work, sociology and so on. The journal seeks to appeal to an interdisciplinary audience and authorship which focuses upon real world research. With its efficient and qualified double-blind peer review process, Hong Kong journal of Social Sciences aims to present the newest relevant and emerging scholarship in the field to both academia and the broader public alike, thereby maintaining its place as a dynamic platform for engaging in social sciences research and academic debate.
The articles should be prepared in strict accordance with the Template and Author Guidelines. The copyright is retained by the author(s). |
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Last Research Articles
This study examines the relationship between work environment and turnover intention, with a specific focus on the impact of three-shift work. Using survey data from a large hospital in South Korea and the job demands-resources model, we investigate whether three-shift work exacerbates the negative association between work environment and turnover intention. The findings indicate that a positive work environment can mitigate turnover intention, whereas three-shift work is associated with increased turnover intention. Notably, we found no evidence to suggest that nurses working in three-shifts perceive a weaker relationship between work environment and turnover intention. These results have implications for addressing the global nursing shortage and high turnover rates, suggesting that three-shift work may be a viable flexible work pattern. Furthermore, our study provides empirical support for the impact of three-shift work on employee perception, highlighting the need for managers to redesign work types, including three-shift schedules, to improve performance.
Keywords: work environment, turnover intention, three-shift work rotation, the job demand-resource model, nursing industry.
Sungchan Kim, Burmaa Tsogtochir, Soyoung Park
2025-03-22
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This article explores the images and symbols in Abhi Subedi’s poem “Soft Storm” from a sociopolitical perspective. The study interprets this poem's highly allegorical, paradoxical, symbolic, and philosophical signs, symbols, and images that reflect power politics. The poet has presented everything symbolically and ironically. The poet disseminates the sociopolitical messages through the metaphorical presentation depicting modern society's deteriorated condition. The paradoxical language often bothers general readers and most scholars from other disciplines. The images and symbols reflect the adverse situations of the modern world and suggest the necessary steps for amelioration. This poem is as complex as T. S. Eliot’s poem “The Wasteland.” The main findings Subedi’s poem reveal that the number of homeless children is increasing as it is a result of an anarchic and undisciplined world. The poet envisions the absurdities of tumultuous times with a touch of compassion. The research tries to answer the research questions - Why are metaphorical and allegorical meanings ambiguous? Can general readers grasp the underlying meanings of Subedi’s poem? This research paper interprets the depth of meanings and frees a society with a significant departure from traditional power politics. The soft storm signifies the softness of power politics as the system is weak. The study employs the theories of Chandler’s semiotic and Mead’s symbols.
Keywords: Ambiguous, images, paradox, semiotics, symbols.
Raj Kumar Gurung, Ram Prasad Rai
2025-03-20
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Unconventional tin mining on Bangka Island, Indonesia, has caused severe environmental and social consequences, particularly for indigenous communities like the Lom people. The key causes driving their resistance include deforestation, water pollution, and the appropriation of ancestral lands without proper consultation, which disrupt access to clean water, food sources, and traditional livelihoods, threatening their well-being and cultural heritage. This study employs a qualitative descriptive case study approach to explore the experiences of the Lom community in three hamlets: Air Abik, Pejem, and Tuing. The research aims to (1) examine the role of traditional rituals in the Lom people’s resistance against mining activities, (2) analyze how these rituals foster cultural identity and community solidarity, and (3) explore the broader implications of indigenous knowledge systems in advocating for environmental justice and indigenous rights. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and document analysis to gain a deeper understanding of the role of traditional rituals in their resistance movements. The findings reveal that the Lom people’s rituals, rooted in centuries-old indigenous knowledge, serve as powerful tools for resistance. These rituals assert cultural identity, foster community solidarity, and defend ancestral lands. Beyond their cultural significance, rituals provide moral, emotional, and social cohesion while serving as platforms for advocacy. They enable collaboration with external allies such as environmental activists and academic institutions. Through these efforts, the Lom community safeguards their cultural heritage, livelihoods, and legal rights against mining encroachment. The scientific novelty of this study lies in its exploration of traditional rituals not merely as cultural expressions but as strategic mechanisms for resistance and advocacy. By highlighting the intersection of indigenous knowledge systems, environmental justice, and social movements, this research contributes to broader discussions on the role of cultural practices in addressing contemporary environmental and social challenges. This study concludes that indigenous rituals are more than symbolic expressions; they are critical strategies for promoting environmental justice and protecting indigenous rights. By highlighting the role of indigenous knowledge systems, this study underscores the importance of traditional rituals in achieving environmental and social justice.
Keywords: Indigenous Knowledge, Environmental Justice, Traditional Rituals, Cultural Resistance, Unconventional Mining.
Dini Adriani, Siya Uthai
2025-03-19
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Online learning became widespread and fully realized during the pandemic. With the new method of learning came the gamification of some online learning platforms. Previous studies state that Discord is perceived positively as a potential online learning platform. However, these studies were isolated from practice and primarily gathered information from students at the college level. This study aimed to determine how Discord servers can be designed for use by senior high school students and educators. The study was conducted over the course of 3 months through multiple focus group discussions, the flow of which was aided by the ADDIE Model. The research concluded that the full use of Discord’s free features, paired with standard operating procedures, can be used to design a server usable by senior high school students and educators in online learning. Future studies can use the created server and test it on a wider audience, and it could also be used to expand studies on Discord, particularly using Discord Bots for educational purposes.
Keywords: Discord, online learning, learning management systems, gamification, senior high school.
Ana Patricia Tanquilan, Benigno Agapito Jr.
2025-03-13
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This academic inquiry seeks to assess and analyze the influence of organizational commitment and participatory budgeting on the tenets of good governance, alongside its resulting implications for stakeholder satisfaction within Zakat management institutions situated in Riau. The empirical evidence used in this analysis was sourced from primary data. Primary data collection was facilitated through the deployment of structured questionnaires. This investigation targeted stakeholders affiliated with the zakat management entities. The methodological framework employed was the explanatory survey method, while data analysis was performed using the SEM–PLS technique. The findings of the study reveal that organizational commitment and participatory budgeting significantly affect the quality of good governance. Additionally, organizational commitment, participatory budgeting, and good governance collectively influence stakeholder satisfaction. Ultimately, it is concluded that organizational commitment and participatory budgeting have an indirect effect on stakeholder satisfaction through the mediating role of good governance. This study contributes to the literature by elucidating the indirect relationship between organizational commitment and participatory budgeting on stakeholder satisfaction through the mediating function of good governance, a topic that has been insufficiently explored in prior research.
Keywords: organizational commitment, participatory budgeting, good governance, stakeholder satisfaction.
Wali Saputra, Bakri Bakri, Roni Mohamad, Mustafa, Zul Hendri, Mahfiza Mahfiza
2025-03-13
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