About the Journal

International Journal of Social Sciences and Development Review (IJSSDR) is a peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary scholarly journal dedicated to advancing knowledge across the diverse domains of social sciences and development studies. The journal provides a distinguished platform for academics, researchers, policy practitioners, and scholars who aim to explore and address contemporary social, cultural, economic, political, and developmental challenges at national, regional, and global levels.

IJSSDR is committed to publishing high-quality original research articles, review papers, theoretical discussions, and empirical investigations that contribute to the advancement of scholarly knowledge. The journal encourages interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research that promotes intellectual dialogue among various fields within the social sciences.

Scope and Coverage

While maintaining a broad and inclusive academic vision, IJSSDR particularly welcomes research in, but not limited to, the following areas:

  • Sociology, Social Work, and Community Development

  • Political Science, Public Administration, and Governance Studies

  • Economics, Econometrics, and Development Economics

  • International Relations, Peace and Conflict Studies, and Strategic Studies

  • Anthropology, Ethnography, and Cultural Studies

  • Education, Educational Policy, and Curriculum Studies

  • Journalism, Mass Communication, and Media Studies

  • Gender Studies, Women Studies, and Social Inequality Studies

  • Population Studies, Demography, and Urban and Rural Development

  • History, Philosophy, and Cultural Heritage Studies

  • Environmental Social Sciences and Sustainability Studies

  • Religious Studies, Islamic Studies, and Comparative Religion

  • Pakistan Studies, Area Studies, and Global Development Studies

  • Library and Information Sciences

Editorial Philosophy

IJSSDR follows a rigorous double-blind peer review process to maintain the highest standards of academic integrity, originality, and methodological rigor. The journal adheres to internationally recognized ethical publishing practices and ensures transparency throughout the editorial and review process. Submissions are evaluated based on scholarly contribution, research quality, and relevance to contemporary academic and societal issues.

Our Mission

  • To provide a credible and inclusive platform for high-quality social science research

  • To promote interdisciplinary scholarship and global academic collaboration

  • To support both emerging and established researchers from diverse backgrounds

  • To contribute to academic excellence and evidence-based policy development

Through sustained scholarly quality and ethical publishing practices, International Journal of Social Sciences and Development Review (IJSSDR) aims to strengthen its national and international reputation as a trusted source of knowledge for the global research community.