AIM & SCOPE

Aim & Scope

The Journal of Social Science Perspectives (JSSP) is an international, double-blind peer-reviewed, Gold Open Access scholarly journal dedicated to advancing high-quality research across the social sciences. The journal publishes original, methodologically rigorous, ethically conducted, and theoretically grounded research that contributes to a deeper understanding of human behaviour, social institutions, cultural dynamics, public policy, governance, and processes of social transformation at local, regional, and global levels.

JSSP provides an inclusive platform for researchers, academics, practitioners, and policymakers to disseminate innovative scholarship that addresses contemporary societal challenges, promotes evidence-informed decision-making, and advances interdisciplinary dialogue across the social sciences.

Scope of the Journal

The journal welcomes original contributions from, but not limited to, the following disciplines:

  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Anthropology
  • Political Science
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Public Policy and Governance
  • International Relations
  • Social Work
  • Development Studies
  • Gender and Women's Studies
  • Media and Communication Studies
  • Human Geography
  • Population and Demographic Studies
  • Criminology and Criminal Justice
  • Peace and Conflict Studies
  • Environmental and Sustainability Studies
  • Digital Society and Technology Studies
  • Cultural and Area Studies
  • Other interdisciplinary fields within the social sciences.

Types of Manuscripts

JSSP considers high-quality scholarly submissions in the following categories:

  • Original Research Articles
  • Systematic Reviews
  • Scoping Reviews
  • Critical and Narrative Reviews
  • Theoretical and Conceptual Papers
  • Empirical Research Studies
  • Policy Analyses
  • Case Studies
  • Short Communications
  • Perspectives and Commentaries

Research Focus

The journal particularly encourages research that explores contemporary social issues, public policy, governance, social justice, inequality, education, community development, behavioural change, economic development, cultural diversity, social innovation, sustainable development, and the experiences of underrepresented or marginalized populations. JSSP welcomes interdisciplinary research that bridges multiple fields and provides practical or policy-relevant insights for addressing complex societal challenges.

Mission

By maintaining rigorous peer review, high editorial standards, ethical publishing practices, and an open-access publishing model, the Journal of Social Science Perspectives (JSSP) seeks to promote the global exchange of reliable social science knowledge. The journal is committed to fostering academic excellence, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration, supporting evidence-based policymaking, and facilitating meaningful dialogue among researchers, educators, practitioners, civil society, and decision-makers to advance a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable society.