Journal of Social Sciences

• Facilitate Knowledge Exchange: Serve as a platform for the exchange of scholarly insights and innovative research across various disciplines within the social sciences.
• Promote Rigorous Inquiry: Foster a culture of academic rigor and intellectual curiosity by encouraging high-quality empirical studies and theoretical explorations.
• Advance Sustainable Development: Contribute to the advancement of sustainable practices and policies through research that addresses societal challenges and promotes environmental stewardship.
• Support Diversity and Inclusivity: Embrace diversity of perspectives, methodologies, and contributors, ensuring an inclusive environment for scholarly discourse and collaboration.
• Empower Emerging Scholars: Provide a supportive space for emerging scholars, including students and early-career researchers, to showcase their work and engage with established academics.
  Catalyze Positive Change: Inspire positive social change by disseminating research that informs policymaking, shapes public discourse, and addresses pressing issues facing communities worldwide.

EDITORIAL BOARD

Patron:
Prof. Wasantha Subasinghe, Director General, National Institute of Social Development, Liyanagemulla, Seeduwa, Sri Lanka

Co-Editors-in-Chief:
M.S.M. Asmiyas, Director, Social Development Policy, Research and Publications Division, National Institute of Social Development, Liyanagemulla, Seeduwa, Sri Lanka. Email: asmiyas@nisd.ac.lk

B.A. Niluka Wijebandara, Lecturer, Social Development Policy, Research and Publications Division, National Institute of Social Development, Liyanagemulla, Seeduwa, Sri Lanka. Email : niluka@nisd.ac.lk

Members of the Editorial Board:
Keerthi Jayawardane, Senior Lecturer, Social Development Policy, Research and Publications Division, National Institute of Social Development, Liyanagemulla, Seeduwa, Sri Lanka

Hariharathamotharan, Senior Lecturer, Social Development Policy, Research and Publications Division, National Institute of Social Development, Liyanagemulla, Seeduwa, Sri Lanka

Sandya Sirikumara, Lecturer, Social Development Policy, Research and Publications Division, National Institute of Social Development, Liyanagemulla, Seeduwa, Sri Lanka

Chamari Kumari de Thabrew, Lecturer, Social Development Policy, Research and Publications Division, National Institute of Social Development, Liyanagemulla, Seeduwa, Sri Lanka

Nisansala Madushani Silva, Lecturer, Social Development Policy, Research and Publications Division, National Institute of Social Development, Liyanagemulla, Seeduwa, Sri Lanka

Panel of Reviewers
Emeritus Prof. Sarath Amarasinghe, Department of Sociology, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka

Senior Prof. Yasanjalee D.Jayathilaka, Department of Anthropology, University of Sri Jayawardenepura, Nugegoda,Sri Lanka

Prof. Wasantha Subasinghe, Department of Sociology, University of Kelaniya Kelaniya, Sri Lanka

Emeritus Prof. Chandima Wijebandara, Former Vice Chancellor, University of Sri Jayawardenepura, Nugegoda,Sri Lanka

Prof. B. V. N. Wijewardana, Department of Criminalology and Criminal Justice, University of Sri Jayawardenepura, Nugegoda,Sri Lanka

Prof. E.A.D. Anusha Edirisinghe, Department of Sociology, University of Kelaniya Kelaniya, Sri Lanka

Dr. S. Jeevasuthan, Department of Sociology, University of Jaffna, Jaffna,Sri Lanka

Dr. H.M.C.J. Herath, Department of Psychology and Counseling, Faculty of Health Science, The Open University of Sri Lanka

Dr. Kaushalya Hewawasam, Department of Criminalology and Criminal Justice, University of Sri Jayawardenepura, Nugegoda,Sri Lanka

Mr M.S.M. Asmiyas, Director, Social Development Policy, Research and Publications Division, National Institute of Social Development, Liyanagemulla, Seeduwa, Sri Lanka

•  Multidisciplinary Research: Welcomes contributions from a wide range of disciplines within the social sciences, including but not limited to sociology, psychology, economics, political science, anthropology, communication studies, and geography.
• Empirical and Theoretical Studies: Encourages submissions of both empirical research, based on rigorous methodologies and data analysis, and theoretical inquiries that advance conceptual frameworks and theoretical understanding.
• Practical Applications: Highlights research with practical implications for real-world problems, including but not limited to social policy, community development, organizational management, and international relations.
•  Global Perspective: Embraces research from diverse geographic regions and cultural contexts, fostering a global dialogue on issues of common concern and interest.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and cross-pollination of ideas, recognizing the value of integrating insights from multiple disciplines to address complex societal challenges effectively.

Publication Frequency
Bi annually

Publication Ethics
The journal adheres to strict publication ethics and expects authors to comply with ethical guidelines, including avoiding plagiarism, fabricating data, and engaging in any form of academic misconduct.
Authors are required to disclose any conflicts of interest that may influence their research or its interpretation.
The journal follows COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines and takes allegations of misconduct seriously, conducting thorough investigations when necessary.

Peer Review Process
The peer-review process of the Journal of Social Sciences is a double-blind process, in which the identities of the author and referees are both hidden, making it easier for reviewers to focus on the paper itself without being swayed by any preconceived ideas about the author or their institution. The manuscripts submitted to the EJSS will initially be pre-screened by the Editorial Board members, and if necessary, will be referred to two specialists in the relevant field. The two reviewers are experts in the relevant discipline with anonymity for both author and referee. If there is a disagreement between the reviewers, the manuscript would be sent to a third reviewer. The final decision regarding Acceptance/Rejection will be made by the Review Panel based on the comments made by the referees.

Authorship and Acknowledgments
Authorship should be based on substantial contributions to the research design, data collection, analysis, interpretation, drafting, and revising the manuscript.
All individuals who contributed significantly to the work should be listed as authors, while others who provided support or assistance should be acknowledged appropriately.

Data and Reproducibility
Authors should provide sufficient detail about their methods and procedures to allow for the replication of their research.
Raw data should be made available upon request or deposited in an appropriate repository to facilitate transparency and reproducibility.

Corrections and Retractions
The journal is committed to correcting errors and addressing issues of concern promptly and transparently.
Corrections, clarifications, and retractions are issued as necessary to maintain the integrity of the scholarly record.

Editorial Independence
Editors and reviewers are expected to evaluate manuscripts based on their scholarly merit, without influence from external factors such as author reputation or institutional affiliation.
The editorial decision-making process is transparent and free from undue influence or bias.

Open Access and Copyright
The journal is committed to open access publishing, making research freely available to readers worldwide without subscription barriers.
Authors retain copyright of their work and grant the journal a license to publish and distribute the manuscript.