About the Journal

International Journal of Social Science Research (IJSSR) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to the dissemination of scholarly research across the broad field of social sciences.

The journal aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and provide a global platform for scholars investigating social, economic, political, and cultural phenomena shaping contemporary societies.

Focus and Scope

IJSSR publishes original research articles, review papers, and theoretical studies covering, but not limited to, the following areas:

Sociology and Social Theory

Economics and Development Studies

Political Science and Public Policy

Communication and Media Studies

Education and Social Development

Cultural Studies and Globalization

Governance, Institutions, and Social Systems

Interdisciplinary Social Science Research

Open Access Policy

International Journal of Social Science Research is an open-access journal that provides free and immediate access to its published content. This policy enables the global academic community to access research findings without subscription or access barriers.

Peer Review Process

All submitted manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process conducted by qualified experts in the relevant fields. Manuscripts are assessed based on originality, methodological rigor, and scholarly contribution.

Publication Ethics

The journal follows internationally accepted standards of academic publishing ethics. Plagiarism, falsification of data, and redundant publication are strictly prohibited.

Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their work and grant the journal the right of first publication. Published articles may be redistributed under the journal’s open-access licensing terms.

Archiving and Preservation

The journal ensures long-term preservation through recognized digital archiving systems and repositories, including compatibility with LOCKSS and CLOCKSS preservation networks.