A Publication of the East Carolina University Carolyn Freeze Baynes Institute for Social Justice

Scope of the Journal
     Social Justice in Context is a multidisciplinary peer reviewed journal that publishes articles written by scholars and professionals committed to the study of social justice utilizing quantitative and qualitative approaches. Social Justice in Context welcomes manuscripts from national and international scholars devoted to addressing issues related to peoples of the world struggle for justice and equality. The journal is concerned with the globalization of justice.

     The concept of social justice is conceptualized contextually rather than definitively because social justice and social injustice can be found in every aspect of the human experience.  Social Justice in Context is published annually and accepts articles that focus on issues of justice. Manuscripts sought for this publication could include a variety of topics such as: 1) oppression and exploitation of women; 2) exploitation of children and their powerlessness; 3) improving the justice system; 4) improving juvenile justice; 5) community efforts to improve; 6) minorities and healthcare disparities; 7) terrorism; 8) domestic violence, 9) human trafficking; 10) genocide; 11) illegal immigration;12) poverty; 13) efforts to recovery from natural disasters; and 14) Issues in higher education.

     Social Justice in Context is an open access journal that invites potential contributors to view the Call for Manuscripts. The journal provides open access that allows authors to submit their manuscripts electronically via email to socialjustice@ecu.edu.

For more information regarding the scope of the journal please contact:

Mary S. Jackson, Editor
Carolyn Freeze Baynes Institute for Social Justice
East Carolina University
Rivers Building – Room 105
Greenville, North Carolina 27858
(252) 328-1448
jacksonmar@ecu.edu