Peer Review Policy
Peer Review Policy
All submissions to the Journal of Contemporary Social Issues (JCSI) undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure academic integrity, originality, and relevance. Each manuscript is evaluated by at least two independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant field.
Exceptions to this policy may include:
- Invited papers
- Editorial notes
- Special issues or thematic volumes approved by the editorial board
To maintain high standards of academic quality, every accepted paper must pass an originality check using reliable plagiarism detection tools. Authors are strongly advised to ensure that all citations, references, and sources are clearly acknowledged at the time of submission to avoid any ethical concerns or delays in the review process.
The journal is committed to:
- Transparency in the review process
- Fair and constructive feedback
- Timely decision-making
- Maintaining confidentiality throughout the evaluation process
The editorial team reserves the right to reject manuscripts that do not meet the required academic and ethical standards, including cases of plagiarism, duplication, or insufficient scholarly contribution.
