Author Appeals Policy

JSSCS ensures that sociological research is judged fairly by providing a formal mechanism for authors to contest editorial decisions.

1. Grounds for Appeal

  • Misinterpretation of ethnographic data, social structures, or community dynamics.

  • Reviewer feedback containing factual inaccuracies that influenced the rejection.

  • Documented evidence of reviewer bias or undisclosed conflicts of interest.

2. Submission

  • Formal written appeal addressed to the Editor-in-Chief within 20 days of the decision notification.

3. Review Process

  • The Editor-in-Chief reviews the appeal and may seek a third-party opinion from a senior sociologist on the board.

4. Ethical Considerations: If the appeal raises concerns of social or institutional bias, the matter is referred to the Ethics Committee for investigation.