About the Journal

Aims and Scope

The journal publishes original investigations of social institutions, behaviour, public policy and societal change. It welcomes quantitative, qualitative, mixed-methods, comparative and theoretically grounded research across the social sciences. It encourages work addressing Pakistan, South Asia and wider international contexts, including education, inequality, governance, development and digital society. Contributions should explain their social scientific contribution, provide transparent methods and connect findings to relevant theory or policy.

Research Areas

  • Sociology and social anthropology
  • Education, curriculum and educational leadership
  • Psychology and behavioural sciences
  • Political science, governance and international relations
  • Economics and development studies
  • Gender studies, inequality and social inclusion
  • Media, communication and digital society
  • Social policy, social work and population studies
  • Management and organizations with a social scientific focus
  • Environment, sustainability and society

Publication Details

  • Publisher: PenScholar Journals
  • Frequency: Semiannual (June and December)
  • Languages: Multilingual
  • Access: Open access
  • ISSN: Pending