About the Journal
Women, Family, and Disaster Journal is a peer-reviewed, open-access publication dedicated to advancing knowledge and understanding of the intersections between gender, family dynamics, and disaster management. The journal explores the impact of disasters on women and families, gender roles in disaster response and recovery, and related policies and programs. With a biannual publication schedule, the journal invites submissions of original research, review articles, case studies, and scientific commentary that contribute to the academic discourse and practical approaches in these critical areas. The journal emphasizes inclusivity and accessibility, ensuring that all published content is freely available and archived for long-term preservation. Committed to academic integrity, the journal employs rigorous peer review and plagiarism detection processes to maintain the highest standards of scholarship.
Focus and Scope
Women, Family, and Disaster Journal publishes scholarly articles focusing on research, reviews, and policies related to women, families, and disasters. The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to:
• The impact of disasters on women and families.
• Gender roles in disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.
• Policies and programs related to women, families, and disaster management.
• Local wisdom and community-based approaches to inclusive disaster management.
• Mental health, social, and economic issues in the context of disasters.
Section Policies
The journal accepts submissions in the following formats:
• Original Research Articles
• Review Articles
• Case Studies
• Scientific Commentary and Opinion
Each type of article follows specific guidelines and policies, which authors must adhere to. All submissions will undergo a peer review process before publication.
Peer Review Process
All articles submitted to the Women, Family, and Disaster Journal will undergo a rigorous peer review process, which includes:
• An initial assessment by the editor to evaluate suitability with the journal’s scope.
• Review by at least two experts in the relevant field.
• A double-blind review process to ensure objective assessment.
• Final decisions made by the editorial board based on reviewers’ recommendations.
Publication Frequency
This journal is published biannually, in April and October. Each issue features a collection of articles relevant to the journal's primary themes.
Open Access Policy
Women, Family, and Disaster Journal is an open-access journal. All articles published are freely accessible to the public without any restrictions. This aligns with the journal’s commitment to promoting the broad and inclusive dissemination of knowledge.
Archiving
The journal is digitally archived through institutional platforms and trusted third-party repositories. We also utilize the LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) system to ensure the long-term preservation and accessibility of all published content.
Manuscript Submission and Publishing
Authors are invited to submit their manuscripts through the journal’s online submission system. All submissions must comply with the journal’s writing guidelines and include a statement confirming that the manuscript has not been published elsewhere and is not under consideration by another journal. The publication process will commence once the manuscript has passed peer review and received editorial approval.
Plagiarism Check
The journal enforces a strict policy against plagiarism. All submitted manuscripts will be checked using plagiarism detection software before further processing. Any manuscript found to contain plagiarism, in whole or in part, will be rejected. Authors involved in plagiarism may face sanctions according to the journal’s policies.
