Peer Review Policy

The International Journal of Community, Solidarity and Responsibility implements a rigorous peer review policy to ensure the quality, validity, and academic integrity of all published articles. The journal adopts a double-blind peer review system, whereby the identities of both authors and reviewers are concealed to promote an objective and impartial evaluation process.

All submitted manuscripts undergo an initial editorial screening to assess their suitability with the journal’s focus and scope, compliance with submission guidelines, and overall scholarly quality. Manuscripts that pass this preliminary assessment are forwarded to independent reviewers with relevant expertise in the subject matter.

The peer review process is designed to evaluate manuscripts based on academic merit, including:

  • Originality and contribution to the field
  • Conceptual and theoretical soundness
  • Methodological appropriateness and rigour
  • Clarity and coherence of argumentation
  • Relevance to the journal’s focus and scope
  • Adherence to ethical research and publication standards

Reviewers provide detailed and constructive feedback along with recommendations to the editor. Based on these evaluations, the editor may reach one of the following decisions:

  • Accept Submission
  • Minor Revisions Required
  • Major Revisions Required
  • Resubmit for Review
  • Decline Submission

The journal is committed to ensuring that the review process remains fair, confidential, and free from conflicts of interest. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise, academic qualifications, and relevance to the manuscript’s topic. All participants in the review process are expected to uphold professional and ethical standards.

Authors are expected to respond to reviewer comments carefully and to revise their manuscripts accordingly. Editorial decisions are final and are made solely on the basis of scholarly considerations.

Through this peer review policy, the journal seeks to maintain high academic standards, promote scholarly dialogue, and support the dissemination of reliable and impactful research.