e_AOPL Journal of Social Sciences (ISSN: 2958-0625)
As the e_AOPL Journal of Social Sciences continues to grow as a platform for rigorous, inclusive, and transformative scholarship, we recognise the need to spotlight emerging themes and voices that challenge conventional boundaries. Special issues provide a special opportunity to gather focused conversations on important topics, connections between different fields and local viewpoints—particularly those that reflect the experiences of Africa and the global South.
In response to increasing interest from our contributors and readers, we are now inviting special issue proposals for our 2026 publication cycle. This initiative aims to foster collaborative editorial leadership, amplify underrepresented research communities, and deepen engagement with critical social science debates.
Proposal Guidelines
We welcome proposals from guest editors. Each proposal should include:
- Title and scope of the special issue (max 500 words)
- Rationale and relevance to current scholarship
- Proposed timeline and preferred publication month (June or December)
- Names and bios of guest editors
- List of potential contributors or outreach strategy
Guest Editor Responsibilities
Guest editors will:
- Coordinate peer review and editorial decisions.
- Write an introductory editorial framing the issue.
- Collaborate with the AOPL editorial team to ensure quality and timely publication.
Key Dates
- Proposal Deadline: October 30, 2025
- Notification of Acceptance: November 30, 2025
- Publication Window: March–December 2026
Submission
Send proposals and inquiries to info@africaopl.org.
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