Instructions for Authors

Peer Review Process
All research articles, review articles and policy papers are reviewed by two peer reviewers using a double-blind reviewing process. This includes submissions from the editors or from reviewers.

All submitted manuscripts are subject to initial appraisal by the editors, and, if found suitable for further consideration, to peer review by independent / anonymous expert referees (one foreign from technologically developed country and one local expert)

Printing and Publication Charges
The Journal do not charge any processing, publication or printing fees from the author/s.

Manuscript Requirements
The authors are directed to follow these guidelines to submit their manuscripts:  


Format

The f manuscripts should be in sent in Microsoft Word format (docx). The font style should be Times New Roman and font size should be 12 with1.5 line spacing.

Manuscript Length

Articles should be between 4000 to 8000 words including all text (references, appendices etc.)

Article Title

A title of not more than 19 words should be provided. The title should clearly represents the manuscript avoiding ambiguities 

Author Details

The author/authors details should be provided in not more than 100 words. In case of co-authorship, the authors should be mentioned in order of their authorship. The following information is required:

  • Name and affiliated institute with complete address
  • E-mail address of author/ authors

Abstract

Abstract should be between 150 to 200 words explaining the main intent, scope and significance of the paper. It should clearly explain the employed methodological procedures, major findings, theoretical as well as practical implications of the study, conclusions and relevant recommendations.

Keywords

Author should provide relevant and short keywords (minimum: 5, maximum: 10) that represent their work.

Headings

The headings should be concise, clear and followed by APA (Latest version) format.

References

Citations and references must be included as per APA Latest Edition

Frequency

Journal of Women, Peace & Security is published bi-annually in June and December.

Subscriptions

All subscription queries and requests should be addressed to jwps@pu.edu.pk

 Copyright

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Published by: Department of Press and Publications, University of the Punjab,  Quaid-i-Azam Campus, Lahore.