The STAR Journal of Social Work and Society (JSWS) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal that publishes high-quality research at the intersection of social work, social policy, and societal development. The journal emphasizes interdisciplinary, evidence-based, and globally relevant scholarship that advances theory, informs practice, and influences policy to promote social justice, equity, and human well-being.
Areas of Interest include, but are not limited to:
- Social Work Practice and Professional Education
- Social Policy, Welfare Systems, and Governance
- Community Development and Civic Engagement
- Mental Health, Psychosocial Support, and Well-being
- Migration, Refugees, and Transnational Social Issues
- Poverty, Inequality, and Social Justice
- Child, Youth, and Family Welfare
- Aging, Gerontology, and Lifespan Services
- Public Health, Health Equity, and Social Care Systems
- Human Rights, Advocacy, and Ethics in Practice
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- Crisis Intervention, Disaster Response, and Resilience
- Nonprofit Management, Leadership, and Social Innovation
- Digital Technologies and AI in Social Services
- Cross-cultural, Comparative, and International Social Work
Suggested Keywords (for indexing/metadata):
Social Work; Social Policy; Community Development; Mental Health; Public Health; Social Justice; Human Rights; Migration; Inequality; Welfare Systems; Social Services; DEI; Nonprofit Leadership; Global Development; Social Innovation
