GLOBAL DYNAMIC JOURNAL OF HUMANITIES AND LEGAL STUDIES

About the Journal

Journal   General Policy

The Global Dynamic Journal of Humanities and Legal Studies (GDJHLS) stands as a premier platform dedicated to disseminating high-quality research and scholarship in the fields of humanities and legal studies. GDJHLS, prioritize transparency, integrity, and academic rigor, ensuring that our article publication policies reflect these principles.

Submission Process

All manuscripts submitted to GDJHLS must adhere to our established submission guidelines. Authors are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the formatting, style, and citation practices specific to the journal. Manuscripts should be original works that have not been published elsewhere and must contribute in  the fields of humanities and legal studies. Each  article submission is subjected to a rigorous peer review process, this to  ensure that the evaluation is impartial and based solely on the quality of the research presented.

Contributors are advised to present  manuscript in line  with any of the following styles of referencing, namely: 7th Edition of American Psychological Associations (APA) or  Modern Languages Association (MLA). However, article submitted should not exceed 5000 words with an abstract of less than 200 words. Authors are expected to include their names at the first page of the paper with institution affiliation. All manuscripts are sent to  djhls2080@gmail.com

Editorial Responsibilities

As an academic journal, GDJHLS upholds the ethical responsibilities inherent in the publication process. The editorial team is tasked with making decisions based on the merit of the manuscripts while remaining free from conflicts of interest. Editors are committed to providing constructive feedback to authors, enhancing the quality of the work, and ensuring alignment with the journal's scope and mission. Furthermore, our editorial board is composed of esteemed scholars and practitioners in the fields of humanities and legal studies, lending credibility to our publication decisions and facilitating a robust review process.

Author Ethics

Authors submitting to GDJHLS are expected to uphold the highest ethical standards applicable to academic writing. This includes, but is not limited to, properly attributing and citing sources, avoiding plagiarism, and disclosing any potential conflicts of interest. Authors must also ensure that their work does not infringe upon anyone's rights and that they have obtained the necessary permissions for any copyrighted material utilized.

Publication Ethics

GDJHLS firmly believes in the importance of publication ethics. In the event of suspected misconduct, such as plagiarism, data fabrication, or unethical research practices, we take such allegations seriously. Our journal follows established protocols for investigation and will take appropriate action, which may include retracting published articles when necessary. We also maintain an open-door policy for authors who wish to address concerns related to their manuscripts post-publication. Timeliness and transparency in addressing issues reinforce the trust between the journal, its authors, and the readership.

 Peer Review Process

The peer review process at GDJHLS is meticulously designed to uphold the highest standards of academic rigor. Upon submission, each manuscript undergoes an initial editorial screening to assess its suitability for the journal's scope. This initial evaluation filters out papers that do not meet basic criteria, thereby ensuring that only quality contributions advance to the peer review stage. Once a manuscript passes the preliminary screening, it is assigned to expert reviewers within the relevant field.

Article Preservation Policy

The preservation of academic articles is crucial for maintaining an accurate and accessible record of scholarly discourse. GDJHLS has adopted a multi-faceted approach to article preservation, ensuring that published works remain accessible to future researchers, students, and the wider public. All articles published in GDJHLS are stored in a reputable digital archive that adheres to best practices in digital preservation. This archiving system not only safeguards against potential data loss but also enhances the visibility of published work through searchable repositories that enable easy access.

Article Processing Charges

Authors are required to pay an Article Processing Charge (APC) for their manuscripts accepted for publication. The APC includes various services such as:

- Peer Review Management

- Manuscript Editing and Formatting

- Online Publication and Hosting

- Indexing and Archiving

Payment Structure

The APC for articles is set at $50 for a single author, $72 for two authors,  for more than three authors is $80.  Payment information will be provided upon acceptance of the manuscript. We accept payments via various methods, including credit cards and bank transfers. Once an   article has been accepted and payment has been processed, the APC is non-refundable.

Additional Charges

Please note that any supplementary services requested by the authors, such as additional formatting or extensive language editing, may incur extra charges. Authors will be informed of such costs prior to proceeding.

The Journal  Indexing

Articles in this  Journal are indexed in Google Scholar and other indexing bodies.