Author Guidelines

NextGen International Journal of Social Science Publisher: NextGen Research and Innovative Press Editorial Email: nextgeneditorial1@gmail.com

1. About the Journal

The NextGen International Journal of Social Science publishes scholarly research that advances understanding of society, human behaviour, social institutions, public policy, and development. The journal welcomes original contributions from researchers, academics, and practitioners worldwide.

2. Scope and Article Types

The journal welcomes research in sociology, political science, economics, psychology, anthropology, gender studies, education, criminology, social work, development studies, media, and related social science disciplines.

Accepted manuscript types include original research articles, review papers, theoretical papers, case studies, policy analyses, and methodological contributions.

3. Manuscript Preparation

Authors should follow these general formatting requirements:

• File format: Microsoft Word (.docx).
• Font: Times New Roman, 12-point.
• Spacing: 1.5 or double line spacing.
• Abstract: Approximately 150–250 words.
• Keywords: Four to six relevant keywords.
• Length: Typically 4,000–8,000 words for original research articles.
• References: APA 7th edition is recommended.

Research articles should clearly present the introduction, literature review, methodology, findings, discussion, conclusion, and references, as appropriate to the study.

4. Submission Requirements

Manuscripts must be original, fall within the journal's scope, and not be under consideration by another journal. All authors must approve the submitted version.

Submissions should include the manuscript, author details, abstract, keywords, references, and any required supporting documents. A cover letter briefly explaining the study's contribution and relevance is recommended.

Authors should submit through the journal's official online submission system where available. For submission enquiries, contact nextgeneditorial1@gmail.com.

5. Peer Review

Submissions undergo an initial editorial assessment for relevance, quality, originality, and compliance with journal requirements. Suitable manuscripts are sent for independent peer review.

Editorial decisions may include acceptance, revision, or rejection. Publication is not guaranteed by submission or payment of any applicable fee.

6. Research Ethics and Originality

Authors must avoid plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, and duplicate publication. Research involving human participants must comply with applicable ethical requirements and include appropriate consent and ethics approval information where required.

Authors must disclose funding, conflicts of interest, and material use of generative AI tools. Authors remain responsible for the accuracy and integrity of their submissions.

7. References, Tables, and Figures

All sources must be properly cited, and every in-text citation should correspond to a reference-list entry. Tables and figures must be numbered, clearly labelled, cited in the manuscript, and accompanied by appropriate source acknowledgements. Authors are responsible for obtaining necessary permissions for copyrighted material.

8. Open Access and Publication Fees

The journal aims to make scholarly research freely accessible to readers. Its official website should clearly state its copyright, licensing, self-archiving, and article processing charge policies.

Any applicable fees must be disclosed before submission, and payment does not guarantee acceptance.

9. Copyright and Publication Integrity

Authors must have the right to submit all materials included in their manuscripts. Errors or ethical concerns identified after publication should be reported to the editorial office. The journal may publish corrections, expressions of concern, or retractions when warranted.

10. Submission Checklist

Before submission, ensure that:

• The manuscript fits the journal's scope.
• The work is original and approved by all authors.
• The abstract, keywords, and references are complete.
• Ethical approvals and disclosures are included where applicable.
• Tables, figures, and third-party materials are properly attributed.
• The manuscript follows the journal's formatting requirements.

Contact Information

Journal: NextGen International Journal of Social Science Publisher: NextGen Research and Innovative Press Email: nextgeneditorial1@gmail.com

For enquiries about manuscript preparation, submissions, peer review, or publication policies, contact the editorial office.