About the Journal

Welcome to the Social Science Multidisciplinary Review (SSMR), an open-access, peer-reviewed research journal dedicated to advancing knowledge across the diverse disciplines of social sciences. Our mission is to provide a rigorous, transparent, and inclusive platform for the dissemination of high-quality research that explores the complex and multifaceted dimensions of human society.

In the spirit of fostering scholarly collaboration and innovation, SSMR embraces a double-blind peer review process, ensuring that submissions are evaluated solely on the basis of academic merit. This approach not only upholds the integrity of our review process but also promotes fairness and impartiality, encouraging contributions from researchers around the globe, regardless of their background or institutional affiliation.

SSMR covers a broad spectrum of social science disciplines, including but not limited to sociology, anthropology, psychology, economics, political science, education, and cultural studies. We are particularly interested in interdisciplinary research that bridges traditional boundaries and offers novel insights into pressing social issues.

As an open-access journal, SSMR is committed to making research freely available to the public, thereby enhancing the visibility and impact of our authors' work. By removing barriers to access, we aim to facilitate the global exchange of knowledge and support the academic community in addressing the challenges and opportunities of our rapidly changing world.

We invite scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to engage with the groundbreaking research published in SSMR, and we look forward to fostering a vibrant dialogue that contributes to the advancement of social science and its application in creating a more just and equitable society.

Aims of Social Science Multidisciplinary Review

  1. Promote High-Quality Research: To publish rigorous and impactful research that advances the understanding of complex social phenomena across various disciplines within the social sciences.
  2. Foster Interdisciplinary Collaboration: To encourage and showcase interdisciplinary studies that bridge traditional academic boundaries, offering innovative insights and comprehensive perspectives on contemporary social issues.
  3. Ensure Rigorous Peer Review: To maintain a robust and transparent double-blind peer review process, ensuring that all submissions are evaluated on their academic merit without bias, thus upholding the integrity and quality of the journal.
  4. Enhance Global Accessibility: To provide open-access content, making cutting-edge social science research freely available to scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and the public worldwide, thereby increasing the visibility and impact of our authors' work.
  5. Support Diverse Perspectives: To cultivate an inclusive academic environment that values contributions from researchers of all backgrounds and regions, fostering a rich diversity of perspectives and experiences in the social sciences.
  6. Facilitate Knowledge Exchange: To create a dynamic platform for the dissemination and discussion of research findings, promoting the exchange of ideas and knowledge among the global academic community.
  7. Influence Policy and Practice: To publish research with practical implications that can inform and influence social policies and practices, contributing to the betterment of society and addressing key societal challenges.
  8. Encourage Scholarly Dialogue: To provide a forum for critical engagement and scholarly debate, encouraging the development of new theories, methodologies, and approaches within the social sciences.
  9. Support Emerging Scholars: To nurture the careers of early-stage researchers by providing opportunities for publication, peer feedback, and professional development within a supportive academic community.
  10. Advance Social Justice: To prioritize research that addresses issues of equity, inclusion, and social justice, aiming to contribute to the creation of a more just and equitable world.


Salient Features of Social Science Multidisciplinary Review

  1. Open Access: All articles are freely accessible to readers worldwide, promoting widespread dissemination and accessibility of knowledge.
  2. Double-Blind Peer Review: A rigorous review process that ensures submissions are evaluated impartially, based solely on academic merit, with the identities of both reviewers and authors concealed.
  3. Interdisciplinary Focus: Encourages and publishes research that integrates insights from multiple social science disciplines, fostering comprehensive and innovative approaches to complex social issues.
  4. Global Reach: Welcomes contributions from scholars across the globe, providing a diverse and inclusive platform for sharing research from various cultural and geographical contexts.
  5. High-Quality Standards: Committed to publishing well-researched, methodologically sound, and impactful studies that advance the understanding of social phenomena.
  6. Inclusive and Diverse Perspectives: Supports a wide range of viewpoints and methodologies, ensuring that diverse voices and experiences are represented in the journal.
  7. Practical Implications: Focuses on research with real-world applications, aiming to influence social policies, practices, and contribute to societal improvement.
  8. Timely Publication: Ensures a swift and efficient review and publication process, allowing for the timely dissemination of research findings.
  9. Comprehensive Coverage: Addresses a broad spectrum of social science topics, including sociology, anthropology, psychology, economics, political science, education, cultural studies, and more.
  10. Support for Emerging Scholars: Provides a platform for early-career researchers to publish their work, receive constructive feedback, and engage with the academic community.
  11. Engagement with Current Issues: Publishes research that is relevant to contemporary social issues and debates, keeping readers informed of the latest developments and trends.
  12. High Ethical Standards: Adheres to strict ethical guidelines in publishing, ensuring the integrity and reliability of the research presented.
  13. Interactive Platform: Facilitates scholarly dialogue and debate through commentaries, responses, and forums, encouraging active engagement within the research community.
  14. Innovative Approaches: Embraces novel methodologies and theoretical frameworks, promoting innovation and creativity in social science research.
  15. Robust Archiving: Ensures long-term preservation of published articles through reliable archiving systems, guaranteeing ongoing access to research.

By incorporating these features, Social Science Multidisciplinary Review aims to be a leading journal in the field, contributing significantly to the advancement of social sciences globally.