About the Journal
Aims and scope
Social Sciences in Brief is a multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed, and open access journal dedicated to the complexities of human behavior, social structures, cultural dynamics, and global challenges. It endeavors to facilitate interdisciplinary discourse and contribute to a more profound comprehension of society in its multifaceted forms and contexts. The journal strives to bridge the gap between academic scholarship and real-world relevance, addressing urgent societal issues in a concise and accessible format. It prioritizes interdisciplinary perspectives, innovative methodologies, and a dedication to inclusivity and diversity in social science and humanity research.
The journal focuses on the following areas (not limited to):
1. Social inequality and mobility
- Dynamics of class, race, and gender inequality
- Migration, integration, and diasporic communities
- Urbanization and social change in local and global contexts
2. Cultural and identity studies
- Identity formation, representation, and cultural resilience
- Language, semiotics, and the interplay of language and culture
- Media, digital culture, and their impact on societal norms
3. Governance and policy in a globalized world
- Public policy and governance in the context of globalization
- Power dynamics, equity, and democratization
- Human rights, conflict, and peacebuilding in diverse societies
4. Environmental and societal interactions
- Social dimensions of climate change and sustainability
- Cultural and societal responses to environmental crises
- Environmental justice and community resilience
5. Education and social development
- Access to education and its role in reducing inequality
- Intersections of pedagogy and cultural diversity
- Lifelong learning and adaptation to social change
6. Gender and intersectional studies
- Feminist perspectives and activism in global contexts
- LGBTQ+ identities and socio-political inclusion
- Intersections of race, class, and gender in shaping experiences
7. Mental health and behavioral insights
- Psychological impacts of societal change and globalization
- Cross-cultural approaches to mental health and well-being
- Behavioral responses to technological and media influences
Frequency
This is a continuous publication journal. All articles are published in a yearly volume as soon as they are accepted for publication.
Abstracting and indexing
Google Scholar, Crossref, Scilit, ROAD, WorldCat, Semantic Scholar, and Dimensions.
Article processing charge (APC)
Authors of accepted articles must assume the costs associated with the editing process. Additionally, they may choose to contract our translation services. The costs are based on the rates found on our Service Page. The APC allows us to guarantee the sustainability of the open-access editorial project and maintain the publication's quality standards. More information can be found here.
Open access policy
All published articles are open-access, meaning they are freely available without subscription or restriction. The journal adheres to the DOAJ definition of open access
Copyright notice
Authors retain copyright and grant the journal right of first publication with the work simultaneously licensed under a Creative Commons CC BY-NC 4.0 License that permits the sharing and adaptation of the material as long as appropriate credit is given, a link to the license is provided, and all changes are indicated. More information about this license can be found here.
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Archiving
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