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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS 2026-2027

Call for Submissions

The Journal of Justice-Informed Social Work Practice and Research invites scholars, educators, practitioners, and community researchers to submit original manuscripts for our upcoming issue. We are a peer-reviewed, open-access journal advancing liberation-focused, anti-oppressive scholarship across research, pedagogy, and practice.

Submission Categories

  • Original Research Articles (15–30 pages): Qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods empirical studies.
  • Theoretical & Conceptual Papers (15–30 pages): Rigorous analyses challenging policy paradigms or theoretical frameworks.
  • Teaching Notes & Pedagogical Essays (8–10 pages): Innovative, justice-centered frameworks for BSW, MSW, and PhD education.
  • Field Practice & Community Reflections (8–10 pages): Practitioner essays on community organizing, field models, and ethical practice.

    • How to Submit

    Submit Online: "https://spark.bethel.edu/cgi/submit.cgi?context=jiswpr"

    Editorial Inquiries: Contact us at [email protected] for questions on manuscript fit, special issues, or joining our reviewer network.