Introduction

Epistora Journal of Social Sciences and Global Studies (EJSSGS) is a premier peer-reviewed, open access journal dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary understanding of social phenomena and global challenges. Established to bridge theoretical frameworks with real-world policy applications, EJSSGS serves as a global platform for sociologists, political scientists, international relations scholars and policy researchers to disseminate transformative research

The journal embraces the full spectrum of social sciences - from sociological theory and political analysis to international relations, global governance, cultural studies and development economics. With a rigorous double-blind peer review process and rapid publication workflow, we ensure that impactful social science research reaches the global community without delay. All articles are published under the CC BY 4.0 license, enabling unrestricted access, reuse and maximum societal impact

Our commitment extends beyond traditional publishing. We actively promote interdisciplinary collaboration, policy-relevant research and globally inclusive perspectives. By combining scholarly excellence with modern publishing innovations - including audio article summaries and digital preservation - EJSSGS is shaping the future of social science research communication

Aim & Scope

Aim: To advance understanding of social structures, human behavior and global interdependencies by publishing high-quality, rigorously peer-reviewed research across all domains of social sciences and global studies. We aim to foster interdisciplinary dialogue, support early-career researchers and provide an inclusive open access home for transformative social science research

Scope: The journal welcomes original research articles, comprehensive reviews, short communications, policy briefs, perspectives and data papers covering, but not limited to:

Sociology Political Science International Relations Global Governance Public Policy Development Studies Cultural Studies Anthropology Gender Studies Migration Studies Peace and Conflict Human Rights Global Health Policy Climate Policy Political Economy Comparative Politics Security Studies Diplomacy International Law Globalization Social Movements Urban Studies Demography Education Policy Media Studies Social Inequality Race and Ethnicity Social Justice Environmental Sociology Science and Technology Studies Digital Society Social Network Analysis Quantitative Methods Qualitative Research Mixed Methods Social Theory

Article Types

  • Original Research - Full-length reports of novel empirical findings, theoretical developments and methodological innovations. Up to 8,000 words with comprehensive data and analysis
  • Review Articles - Critical synthesis of emerging fields, systematic reviews and meta-analyses with future research directions. Up to 6,000 words
  • Short Communications - Urgent findings, preliminary results and time-sensitive policy-relevant research requiring rapid dissemination. Up to 2,500 words
  • Policy Briefs - Evidence-based policy recommendations addressing pressing global challenges, designed for policymakers and practitioners
  • Perspectives - Expert viewpoints on emerging trends, policy implications and future challenges in social sciences and global studies
  • Data Papers - Comprehensive description of high-quality social science datasets, including survey data and administrative records, with reuse potential

Mission & Values

Accelerate social science discovery through trusted open access. Core principles: methodological rigour, constructive peer review, rapid decisions, global accessibility without financial barriers. Bridging theoretical insights with real-world applications - social justice, sustainable development, peace and security and inclusive governance

Indexing & Archiving

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Published content is maintained through structured digital preservation and accessibility practices designed to support long-term scholarly availability and continued research access