Focus and Scope

Focus and Scope

EKOPOLIS: Journal of Political Ecology, Social Justice, and Human Rights is a multidisciplinary academic journal that publishes original research and critical studies on the relationship between power, environment, development, and human dignity. The journal aims to promote scholarly discussion that supports ecological sustainability, social justice, and the protection of human rights.

EKOPOLIS welcomes articles that examine environmental, political, legal, economic, and socio-cultural issues from critical and applied perspectives. Contributions are expected to provide theoretical insight, empirical evidence, and policy relevance related to ecological and social problems.

Scope

The journal covers, but is not limited to, the following areas:

  • Political ecology and environmental governance

  • Climate change and sustainable development

  • Natural resource management and conflicts

  • Human rights and environmental justice

  • Environmental law and public policy

  • Social inequality and community empowerment

  • Economic and political studies on development

  • Indigenous peoples and local knowledge

  • Social movements and environmental advocacy

  • Ethics and philosophy of environment and justice

Types of Manuscripts

EKOPOLIS accepts:

  • Original research articles

  • Theoretical and conceptual papers

  • Case studies

  • Policy analysis

  • Review articles

  • Critical essays

All submissions must demonstrate academic rigor, originality, and relevance to ecological, social, and human rights issues.