Benue State University, Makurdi
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1. Mission and Scope
Benue Journal of Social Sciences (BJSS) is dedicated to publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed
research and scholarship across a broad range of topics within the social sciences.
BJSS aims to contribute to academic discourse by exploring critical and contemporary issues related to
sociology, anthropology, political science, economics, psychology, and other related fields.
Emphasizing scholarship with a focus on African perspectives, the journal particularly values
research that examines issues impacting Nigeria, the African continent, and the Global South. 2. Types of Articles Accepted BJSS welcomes submissions in the following categories: • Original Research Articles: Empirical studies offering new findings or perspectives. • Review Articles: Comprehensive analyses summarizing recent developments and gaps in a specific area. • Theoretical and Conceptual Papers: Articles advancing theoretical discourse or proposing new frameworks. • Book Reviews and Review Essays: Critical evaluations of recent books relevant to the social sciences. 3. Peer Review Process BJSS follows a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality and integrity of published content: • Each manuscript is initially screened by the editorial team for scope, originality, and adherence to submission guidelines. • Suitable submissions are then anonymized and sent to at least two experts for double blind review. • Based on reviewers’ feedback, the editorial team makes a final decision, which may include acceptance, requests for revision, or rejection. • Authors are encouraged to respond thoughtfully to reviewers’ feedback to enhance the scholarly value of their submissions. 4. Ethical Standards BJSS adheres to the highest standards of academic integrity and expects all contributors to follow ethical guidelines, including: • Originality and Plagiarism: Submissions must be original and unpublished elsewhere. All manuscripts will be checked for plagiarism before the review process. • Authorship: All individuals who have made significant contributions should be listed as co-authors, and no one should be included without consent. • Data Transparency and Integrity: Authors are expected to present accurate data and disclose any conflicts of interest. • Ethical Treatment of Subjects: Research involving human subjects must follow ethical protocols, including informed consent and respect for privacy. 5. Open Access and Licensing: BJSS is committed to open access publishing. All published articles are freely available online, allowing wider dissemination and impact. Authors retain copyright but grant BJSS a nonexclusive license to publish and distribute the work. 6. Appeal and Complaint Process Authors who wish to appeal editorial decisions may submit a formal appeal, which will be reviewed by the editorial board. Complaints or concerns about editorial decisions will be handled impartially, and the editorial team strives to resolve issues fairly and transparently. 7. Frequency of Publication: BJSS publishes two issues annually. The journal also considers special issues on contemporary themes within the social sciences. 8. Promotion and Dissemination BJSS actively promotes published research through partnerships with academic databases, social media, and academic events to ensure that authors’ work reaches a broad audience. BJSS is also disseminated on the Benue State University, Makurdi website. This editorial policy is regularly reviewed to align with evolving academic and ethical standards, ensuring BJSS continues to provide a trusted platform for social science research. |
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