Topics/Call for Papers

So, Topics of Interest for Submission include, but are Not Limited to:

I. Humanities: Culture, Ethics, & Human Experience

• Philosophy & Ethics in the Modern World:
  • Applied ethics (e.g., AI ethics, environmental ethics, bioethics, data ethics).
  • Philosophy of mind, consciousness, and artificial intelligence.
  • Moral philosophy and decision-making in complex environments.
  • Political philosophy and the future of democracy.
  • Existentialism and the human condition in a technological age.
• Literature, Arts & Media Studies:
  • Representation of social issues, identities, and power dynamics in literature and media.
  • Digital humanities: computational analysis of texts, digital archiving, and new forms of storytelling.
  • The impact of new media on culture, communication, and human interaction.
  • Arts and social change: using creative expression for activism and awareness.
  • Cultural heritage in the digital age: preservation, access, and interpretation.
• History & Memory:
  • Revisiting historical narratives in light of contemporary challenges.
  • Memory studies: collective memory, trauma, and reconciliation.
  • Oral history and community narratives.
  • The politics of history and commemoration.
  • Digital history: using technology for historical research and public engagement.
• Languages & Linguistics:
  • Language and identity: multilingualism, endangered languages, and language revitalization.
  • Discourse analysis in social and organizational contexts.
  • Sociolinguistics and the evolution of language in digital spaces.
  • Communication studies: cross-cultural communication, rhetoric, and persuasion.
• Religious Studies:
  • Religion, globalization, and contemporary social movements.
  • Interfaith dialogue and conflict resolution.
  • Spirituality, well-being, and organizational culture.

II. Social Sciences: Society, Behavior, & Policy

• Sociology & Social Change:
  • Social inequality: race, class, gender, and intersectionality.
  • Globalization and its social impacts.
  • Urban and rural sociology: challenges and opportunities in diverse communities.
  • Sociology of technology: impact of AI, social media, and automation on society.
  • Social movements, activism, and collective action.
  • Sociology of work and the changing nature of labor.
• Psychology & Behavioral Sciences:
  • Organizational psychology: motivation, leadership, team dynamics, and workplace well-being.
  • Social psychology: group behavior, conformity, prejudice, and prosocial behavior.
  • Consumer psychology and decision-making.
  • Environmental psychology: human-nature interactions and sustainable behavior.
  • Psychology of digital behavior and online identities.
  • Mental health in a rapidly changing world.
• Political Science & International Relations:
  • Governance and public policy in the 21st century (e.g., policy responses to climate change, pandemics).
  • Democracy, populism, and political polarization.
  • International relations: geopolitics, global governance, and conflict resolution.
  • Human rights, international law, and global justice.
  • Political communication and the role of media.
• Economics & Development Studies:
  • Behavioral economics: understanding human biases in economic decisions.
  • Sustainable development, green economy, and economic inequality.
  • Development economics: poverty reduction, inclusive growth, and global south perspectives.
  • The gig economy and future of work from an economic perspective.
  • Digital economy and its regulatory challenges.
• Anthropology & Cultural Studies:
  • Cultural anthropology: cross-cultural studies of human behavior and institutions.
  • Digital anthropology: ethnography of online communities and digital practices.
  • Identity, belonging, and migration in globalized contexts.
  • Youth culture, subcultures, and social trends.
• Law & Legal Studies:
  • Human rights law and social justice.
  • Cyber law and regulation of digital spaces.
  • Labor law and the changing nature of employment.
  • Environmental law and governance.
  • Ethics in legal practice and legal philosophy.

III. Management: Organizations, Leadership, & Innovation

• Strategic Management & Organizational Behavior:
  • Strategic leadership in uncertain times.
  • Organizational culture, change management, and adaptability.
  • Managing diversity, equity, and inclusion in organizations.
  • Employee engagement, motivation, and well-being.
  • Ethical leadership and corporate social responsibility (CSR).
• Human Resource Management (HRM):
  • Future of work: remote work, hybrid models, and the gig economy.
  • Talent acquisition, development, and retention in a competitive landscape.
  • Workforce analytics and HR technology.
  • Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in HR practices.
  • Employee experience and well-being strategies.
• Marketing & Consumer Behavior:
  • Digital marketing strategies and consumer engagement in online spaces.
  • Ethical marketing, sustainability, and green consumerism.
  • Brand management in the digital age.
  • Consumer psychology and decision-making in diverse markets.
  • The role of social media influencers and user-generated content.
• Operations & Supply Chain Management:
  • Sustainable supply chain management and circular economy principles.
  • Digital transformation in operations (Industry 4.0, IoT, AI).
  • Resilience and risk management in global supply chains.
  • Logistics, warehousing, and transportation optimization.
• Innovation & Entrepreneurship:
  • Managing innovation in traditional and emerging industries.
  • Social entrepreneurship and impact-driven ventures.
  • Fostering creativity and design thinking in organizations.
  • Open innovation and collaboration networks.
  • Technology transfer and commercialization strategies.
• Finance & Accounting:
  • Sustainable finance, ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) investing.
  • FinTech and the digital transformation of financial services.
  • Behavioral finance.
  • Ethical considerations in financial management.
• Public Administration & Non-Profit Management:
  • Governance and public policy implementation.
  • Management of non-profit organizations and social enterprises.
  • Citizen engagement and co-production of public services.
  • Crisis management and resilience in the public sector.

IV. Interdisciplinary & Cross-Cutting Themes

• Digital Transformation & Society:
  • The societal impact of AI, automation, and digital platforms.
  • Data governance, privacy, and digital rights.
  • Human-centered design in technology development.
  • Digital literacy and inclusion.
• Sustainability & Global Challenges:
  • Interdisciplinary approaches to climate change, resource scarcity, and biodiversity loss.
  • Achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from multi-sectoral perspectives.
  • Circular economy models across industries and societies.
• Research Methodologies:
  • Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches in social science and management research.
  • Ethical considerations in research involving human subjects.
  • Big data analytics and computational social science.
  • Action research, participatory research, and community-based methodologies.
• Education & Pedagogy:
  • The role of humanities, social sciences, and management education in preparing future leaders.
  • Interdisciplinary curriculum design.
  • Pedagogical innovations for developing critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and leadership skills.
  • Lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
  • Online learning and educational technology in these fields.