About the Journal

The STAR Journal of Social Work and Society (JSWS) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice at the intersection of social work, social policy, and societal development. The journal provides a global platform for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to engage with pressing social issues through rigorous research, critical analysis, and innovative practice.

Focus and Scope
SWS publishes original research articles, review papers, theoretical contributions, and practice-based studies that address key areas including social justice, equity, community development, mental health, migration, poverty, human rights, and social welfare systems. The journal particularly values interdisciplinary and cross-cultural perspectives that contribute to transformative solutions and inclusive social change.

Open Access Policy
This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available supports the global exchange of knowledge and enhances the visibility and impact of scholarly work. All articles are freely accessible without subscription or payment.

Peer Review Process
All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process to ensure academic quality, originality, and relevance. Manuscripts are evaluated by experts in the field, and editorial decisions are based on scholarly merit and contribution to the discipline.

Copyright and Licensing
Authors retain copyright of their work while granting the journal the right of first publication. Articles are typically published under a Creative Commons license (e.g., CC BY or CC BY-NC), allowing for broad dissemination and reuse with appropriate attribution.

Publisher and Sponsorship
The journal is published by STAR Scholars Press, a scholar-led, open-access academic publisher committed to advancing interdisciplinary research and global collaboration. The journal operates independently and maintains full editorial autonomy.

Archiving and Preservation
The journal supports long-term digital preservation of its content through recognized archiving systems such as LOCKSS and/or CLOCKSS, ensuring permanent accessibility of published scholarship.

Ethics and Malpractice Statement
SWS adheres to internationally recognized standards of publication ethics, including guidelines on authorship, plagiarism, data integrity, and conflict of interest. The journal is committed to maintaining transparency, integrity, and accountability in scholarly publishing.

Privacy Statement
The names and email addresses entered in this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party.

History of the Journal
The STAR Journal of Social Work and Society was established to respond to the growing need for inclusive, globally engaged scholarship that bridges theory, research, and practice in social work and related disciplines. The journal seeks to amplify diverse voices and promote research that addresses complex social challenges in an interconnected world.