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Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

An editor may desk reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research argument are structured and articulated properly. The title should be concise and the abstract should be able to stand on its own. This will increase the likelihood of reviewers agreeing to review the paper. When you're satisfied that your submission meets this standard, please follow the checklist below to prepare your submission.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
  • This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.

Journal Article

Research Articles: These are detailed reports of original research findings. They typically include an abstract, introduction, methodology, results, discussion, and conclusion sections. 

Review Articles

Review Articles: These provide a comprehensive summary of research on a particular topic. They may analyze and synthesize existing literature, identify gaps in knowledge, and propose future research directions.

Short Communications

Short Communications: also known as a Brief Communication or Brief Report, is a concise research paper that presents significant findings or advancements in a specific field of study. Unlike full-length research articles, Short Communications are typically limited in length and scope, focusing on a single, well-defined aspect of a research project or a particular discovery.

Policy Briefs

Policy Briefs: offers concise information and recommendations on a specific policy issue, including background context, relevant data analysis if applicable, policy implications, actionable recommendations, and a call to action. 

Data Article

Data Article: presents a detailed description and analysis of a dataset, including its collection methods, variables, and never reveals insights derived from analysis.

Case Studies

Case Studies: describe real-life examples or scenarios related to a specific topic or issue. They often include detailed analysis and discussion of the case, along with implications for theory or practice.

Perspective Pieces

Perspective Pieces: These are opinion-based articles that offer a unique perspective or argument on a topic of interest. They may present new ideas, challenge existing paradigms, or provide insights from personal experience.

Editorials

Editorials: short articles written by the editorial board or invited experts. They may provide commentary on current events, highlight recent research findings, or discuss trends in the field.

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