The Journal of Social Continuity and Change (JSCC) welcomes submissions of four types of articles for review and publication: 1) Original Research Articles, 2) Review Articles, 3) Viewpoints / Opinions, and 4) Technical Papers.

JSCC adheres strictly to  publication ethics and does not consider manuscripts that have been published previously or are under concurrent review elsewhere. Authors must select their intended article category upon submission; however, the final determination rests with the journal based on structural alignment and content scope.

1. Original Research Articles

Original Research Articles present primary, empirical findings from rigorous scientific inquiry. To ensure structural consistency, manuscripts must be organized into standard journal sections: Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Literature Review, Theoretical Framework, Data & Methods, Findings, Discussion and Conclusion, Ethical Considerations & Statements, and References.

• Word Count Limit: Maximum 8,000 words for quantitative studies; up to 95,000 words for qualitative studies (inclusive of all sections, tables, and references).

2. Review Articles

Review Articles critically synthesize and evaluate existing literature and theoretical developments within the social sciences. They should follow a structure similar to empirical research articles. JSCC accepts two formats:

• Systematic Reviews: Rigorous, methodology-driven syntheses including meta-analyses, meta-syntheses, systematic reviews, and scoping reviews.
• Non-Systematic / Narrative Reviews: Critical evaluations of established bodies of knowledge, conceptual developments, or historical trajectories in a specialized field.

3. Viewpoints / Opinions

Viewpoints and Opinion pieces offer concise, critical perspectives and are exempt from standard empirical research structures. Submissions must range between 1,500 and 5,000 words and include relevant scholarly references. Suitable topics include:

• Critiques of published research or emerging methodologies.
• Book reviews and analytical critiques.
• Conceptual discussions on new or emerging social phenomena and trends.
• Analysis of policy challenges, interventions, and strategic solutions related to social change.

4. Technical Papers (Technical Notes)

Technical Papers provide timely, relevant, and analytical insights aimed at a broader academic and professional audience. Written in an accessible yet rigorous analytical style, they require concise referencing. The journal reserves the right to edit technical notes for style and conciseness as needed. Submissions must range between 1,500 and 5,000 words. Suitable topics include:

• Concise summaries and key takeaways from major scientific conferences, workshops, or academic events in social change (submitted within 3 months of the event).
• Lessons learned from national or international policy implementations, legislative efforts, and social governance.
• Introductions or developments of new research techniques, analytical models, theoretical frameworks, or research programs.