Aims And Scope
Peer-Reviewed · Open Access · Social Sciences and Humanities
International Journal of Social World
Aims
The International Journal of Social World (IJSW) aims to provide an academic platform for the publication and dissemination of original, high-quality scholarly research in sociology, anthropology, cultural studies, political science, social psychology, education, social work, law, and related social sciences and humanities disciplines. The journal seeks to advance scientific understanding of human societies, social institutions, cultural diversity, and contemporary social transformations at local, national, and international levels.
The journal welcomes theoretical, empirical, historical, comparative, qualitative, quantitative, and interdisciplinary contributions that examine the structures, values, relationships, and institutions shaping human communities. It encourages meaningful academic engagement among researchers, educators, practitioners, and policymakers from diverse disciplinary and geographical backgrounds.
In line with these objectives, the journal seeks to:
Promote original, methodologically rigorous, and academically significant research in sociology, anthropology, cultural studies, political science, psychology, law, economics, education, and related social sciences.
Advance critical understanding of social change, inequality, identity, inclusion, human rights, and social justice at local, national, and global levels.
Encourage interdisciplinary research that integrates theoretical frameworks with empirical evidence to address complex social phenomena.
Support scholarship examining gender, family, community, migration, religion, culture, governance, and the social dimensions of health, environment, and technology.
Promote research relevant to social policy, institutional reform, community development, and inclusive societal progress.
Encourage studies addressing globalization, urbanization, digital transformation, climate change, and other forces reshaping human societies.
Advance responsible and ethical social research practices, including transparent reporting, informed consent, community respect, and compliance with applicable research ethics standards.
Disseminate scholarly findings that contribute to a deeper understanding of contemporary social realities and the challenges facing diverse human communities.
Scope
The International Journal of Social World covers a broad range of disciplines within the social sciences, humanities, and related interdisciplinary fields. The journal welcomes theoretical, empirical, observational, comparative, and applied research within, but not limited to, the following areas.
Sociology and Social Studies
Social structure, social institutions, social stratification, inequality, exclusion, family and kinship, community studies, social movements, urban and rural sociology, sociology of religion, education, health, work, and contemporary social problems.
Culture, Society, and Anthropology
Cultural studies, cultural identity and diversity, traditions and heritage, multiculturalism, intercultural relations, social and cultural anthropology, ethnography, indigenous communities and knowledge systems, comparative studies of human societies, and human behaviour and social organisation.
Gender, Family, and Social Justice
Gender equality, women's rights and empowerment, feminist theory, gender identity and roles, gender-based discrimination and violence, masculinity studies, family dynamics, marriage and parenting, and intersectional perspectives on gender and society.
Social Work, Welfare, and Community Development
Social work theory and practice, community-based social services, child and family welfare, youth development, elderly care, disability and inclusion, poverty alleviation, rehabilitation, social protection policies, and community well-being.
Education and Society
Sociology and philosophy of education, educational equity and access, inclusive education, education and social mobility, digital education, comparative and international education, educational policy, and the social dimensions of teaching and learning.
Political Science, Governance, and Public Policy
Political theory, democracy and governance, public administration, civic engagement, elections and representation, human rights, citizenship, social justice, local governance, public institutions, and comparative political studies.
Economics, Development, and Social Change
Social and development economics, poverty and inequality, employment and labour markets, informal economies, rural and urban development, globalization and its social consequences, migration and economic opportunity, and sustainable and inclusive development.
Psychology and Human Behaviour
Social and community psychology, behavioural studies, group dynamics, identity formation, social influence, psychological aspects of culture, workplace behaviour, mental health, social support, and psychosocial well-being.
Media, Communication, and Digital Society
Mass communication, journalism and social responsibility, digital media and social transformation, social media and online communities, media representation, misinformation and media literacy, digital culture, AI and social interaction, and digital citizenship.
Law, Human Rights, and Social Justice
Human rights, constitutional and social justice issues, socio-legal studies, access to justice, rights of vulnerable groups, criminal justice, community safety, legal empowerment, and comparative law and society.
Population, Migration, and Demographic Studies
Demography, population dynamics, internal and international migration, refugees and displaced populations, ageing, urbanization, diaspora communities, transnational relations, and population policy.
Environment, Society, and Sustainable Development
Environmental sociology, climate change and social vulnerability, environmental justice, sustainable communities, human–environment relationships, natural resource management, disaster resilience, indigenous environmental knowledge, and the social dimensions of sustainable development goals.
Religion, Philosophy, and Social Thought
Sociology of religion, religious diversity, secularism, ethics and social responsibility, social philosophy, belief systems, community identity, and comparative religious and ethical traditions.
History, Heritage, and Historical Sociology
Social and cultural history, historical sociology, history of institutions, gender and labour history, colonialism and postcolonial transformation, oral history, heritage studies, and collective memory.
Crime, Deviance, and Social Problems
Criminology, juvenile delinquency, crime prevention, social causes of crime, deviance and social control, violence and victimization, cybercrime, substance use, rehabilitation, and criminal justice policy.
Health, Society, and Community Well-Being
Medical sociology, social determinants of health, community health, health inequality, mental health, health education, culture and health practices, ageing and caregiving, disability, and health policy.
Labour, Organizations, and Social Institutions
Sociology of work, labour relations, informal and precarious employment, workplace equality, occupational identity, organisational behaviour, labour rights, digital employment, and institutional trust and change.
Globalization, International Relations, and Global Society
Globalization and social transformation, international migration, global inequality and justice, international development, cultural exchange, global social movements, conflict resolution, peacebuilding, and comparative national studies.
Science, Technology, and Contemporary Social Issues
Science, technology and society, social impacts of artificial intelligence, digital transformation, privacy and digital rights, algorithmic bias, technology adoption, human–technology interaction, and ethical implications of emerging technologies.
Interdisciplinary and Emerging Areas
The journal particularly encourages interdisciplinary research integrating social sciences, humanities, law, health, education, environmental studies, and technology to investigate complex social phenomena. Relevant themes include identity and intersectionality, social inclusion, youth culture, social innovation, crisis response, AI ethics and society, digital communities, climate justice, and community participation in evidence-based development.
Manuscript Types
The International Journal of Social World considers the following types of scholarly contributions:
Original Research Articles Review Articles Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Theoretical and Conceptual Papers Empirical and Comparative Studies Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed-Methods Research Case Studies and Community-Based Studies Methodological Papers Policy Analysis and Evaluation Studies Short Research Communications
Research Ethics and Publication Standards
Research involving human participants, interviews, surveys, personal information, or vulnerable communities must comply with applicable ethical requirements, including informed consent, confidentiality, privacy protection, and institutional approval where required. Authors should accurately report findings, acknowledge relevant literature, disclose conflicts of interest and funding sources, and avoid any form of research misconduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication, and falsification.
All submitted manuscripts are subject to editorial assessment and rigorous peer review. Publication decisions are based on originality, methodological soundness, academic relevance, ethical compliance, and the overall contribution to social science knowledge.
International and Interdisciplinary Perspective
The journal welcomes contributions from researchers, academics, practitioners, and institutions across countries and disciplines. It encourages studies that examine social realities across diverse cultural, institutional, and geographical contexts, offering meaningful insights into contemporary social challenges and contributing to a deeper understanding of human societies worldwide.