About the Journal

The JHRRS publishes scholarly articles and research that include comprehensive and in-depth analysis on human rights and refugee studies using quantitative and qualitative methods. The publication of field studies as well as theoretical studies are encouraged. It is among the important aims of the journal to present policy suggestions for policy makers and decision makers at the global and national level and thus to contribute to the solution of human rights and refugee problems.

The journal welcomes research in various scientific fields such as law, economics, public administration, business, education, health, psychology, sociology, etc.  As an international journal, we would like to state that JHHRS is open to the work of scientists from all over the world.

Publication Ethics

The "Journal of Human Rights and Refugee Studies" is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics. We expect authors, editors, and reviewers to comply with these standards and follow ethical practices throughout the publication process.

Authorship

All authors listed on a manuscript must have made significant contributions to the research or writing of the article. The corresponding author must ensure that all co-authors have seen and approved the final version of the manuscript before submission. Any changes to the author list after submission must be approved by all authors.

Originality

Manuscripts submitted to the "Journal of Human Rights and Refugee Studies" must be original and not have been published previously or submitted elsewhere for publication. Authors must ensure that all sources are properly cited and that any material that is not original is clearly identified as such.

Plagiarism

The "Journal of Human Rights and Refugee Studies" takes plagiarism very seriously. All manuscripts will be checked for plagiarism using plagiarism detection software. If plagiarism is detected, the manuscript will be rejected or retracted.

Conflicts of Interest

Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could be perceived as influencing the research or its interpretation. Examples of potential conflicts of interest include financial interests, affiliations with organizations that may have a vested interest in the research, and personal relationships with individuals involved in the research.

Research Ethics

Research involving human subjects or animals must comply with all relevant ethical guidelines and regulations. Authors must provide details of the ethical approval obtained for the study and ensure that informed consent was obtained from participants.

Data Sharing

The "Journal of Human Rights and Refugee Studies" encourages authors to share their data and make it available to other researchers. Authors should provide a statement on how to access the data used in their research and any restrictions on its use.

Review Process

The "Journal of Human Rights and Refugee Studies" employs a double-blind peer-review process, where both the reviewer and author identities are concealed from each other throughout the review process. Reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest and maintain the confidentiality of the manuscript and its contents.

Corrections and Retractions

Authors have a responsibility to ensure the accuracy of their work. If errors are discovered after publication, authors should inform the editor immediately and work to correct the errors as soon as possible. In cases of serious misconduct, such as data fabrication or plagiarism, the "Journal of Human Rights and Refugee Studies" will consider retracting the article.

Editorial Independence

The "Journal of Human Rights and Refugee Studies" is committed to editorial independence and will make editorial decisions based solely on the quality of the manuscript and its contribution to the field. The editor-in-chief has the final authority to make decisions regarding publication and will not be influenced by any external factors.

By following these publication ethics guidelines, we hope to maintain the integrity of the "Journal of Human Rights and Refugee Studies" and ensure that all published research is of the highest quality.

Style Guidelines
Authors refer to the style guidelines when preparing their paper, rather than any published articles or a sample copy. The Journal of Human Rights and Refugee Studies follows the APA 7th edition. Authors may ensure that English spelling conventions are consistently applied throughout their manuscript by consulting to The Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary.

Editor-in-Chief

Winston Langley, University of Massachusetts Boston