Submissions

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.

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Privacy Statement

The Journal of Social Impact Studies (JSIS) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals who interact with the journal, including authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, store, and use personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws and ethical publishing standards.

1. Information We Collect

From Authors – Name, affiliation, email address, ORCID ID, and other details provided during manuscript submission.
From Reviewers – Name, affiliation, email address, areas of expertise, and review history.
From Readers – Basic information collected through website interactions, subscriptions, or alert sign-ups (e.g., name, email).

2. How We Use Collected Information

To process and manage manuscript submissions.
To facilitate the peer review process.
To communicate editorial decisions, updates, and journal announcements.
To maintain internal records, improve services, and enhance user experience.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

JSIS does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.
Personal data is shared only with individuals directly involved in the editorial process (e.g., editors, reviewers) under strict confidentiality.
In exceptional cases, information may be disclosed to comply with legal obligations or in response to proven ethical breaches (e.g., research misconduct).

4. Data Storage and Security

All personal information is stored securely in password-protected systems.
Only authorized editorial staff have access to user data.
The journal uses secure servers and takes reasonable precautions to protect against data breaches.

5. Cookies and Website Tracking

The JSIS website may use cookies to enhance user experience, track site usage, and improve content delivery.
Users can disable cookies in their browser settings, though some website features may not function properly without them.

6. User Rights

Individuals have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal information.
Requests can be made by contacting the editorial office via the email provided on the journal’s website.

7. Changes to This Policy

JSIS reserves the right to update this Privacy Statement at any time.
Any significant changes will be communicated via the journal website.