Open Journal of Social Sciences

Open Journal of Social Sciences

ISSN Print: 2327-5952
ISSN Online: 2327-5960
www.scirp.org/journal/jss
E-mail: jss@scirp.org

Call For Papers

Special Issue on Development Studies and Sustainability


Development Studies and Sustainability involves in varied dimensions of development, which includes environmental, social, economic and human dimensions. It seeks for innovative strategies, new conceptual and practical tools and holistic policies to ensure a sustainable development. The goal of this special issue is to provide a platform for scientists and academicians all over the world to promote, share, and discuss various new issues and developments in the area of Development Studies and Sustainability.


In this special issue, we intend to invite front-line researchers and authors to submit original research and review articles on exploring Development Studies and Sustainability. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:


  • Earth system governance
  • Economic growth
  • Economic, social and environmental challenges
  • Environmental change and ecosystems
  • Globalization
  • Governance and accountability
  • International development
  • Land and water use
  • Moral and social issues relating to sustainability
  • Natural resource management
  • Organizational culture and practices
  • Organizational strategy and business models
  • Pollution and sustainability
  • Poverty alleviation
  • Resources and energy
  • Sustainable agriculture
  • Sustainable consumption and production
  • Sustainable design and technology
  • Sustainable finance and investment
  • Urbanization and sustainability


Authors should read over the journal’s For Authors carefully before submission. Prospective authors should submit an electronic copy of their complete manuscript through the journal’s Paper Submission System.


Please kindly specify the “Special Issue” under your manuscript title. The research field “Special Issue - Development Studies and Sustainability” should be selected during your submission.


Special Issue Timetable:


Submission Deadline

May 20th, 2024

Publication Date

July 2024


Guest Editor:


For further questions or inquiries, please contact Editorial Assistant at jss@scirp.org.

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