Author Guidelines

AUTHOR GUIDELINES

Social Intervention Journal is a biannual peer-reviewed journal published in March and September. The journal accepts original research articles and theoretical/empirical studies in the field of social welfare, particularly focusing on planned social interventions, including programs, policies, and organized actions aimed at improving social well-being, reducing inequality, and strengthening vulnerable, marginalized, and underserved communities.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

  1. Submitted manuscripts must be original, not previously published, and not under consideration in any other journal.
  2. All submissions must pass a similarity check. The maximum similarity index allowed is 20% (excluding bibliography and common phrases). Manuscripts exceeding this threshold will be returned to the authors.
  3. Manuscripts must be between 6,000–10,000 words (including references, tables, and figures), typed in MS Word (.doc/.docx), using Cambria font, A4 paper size (210 x 297 mm), and single spacing (1.0).
  4. The editorial board reserves the right to edit manuscripts for clarity, consistency, and formatting without altering the substance or meaning of the content.
  5. Manuscripts that merely describe activities or programs without analyzing their intervention logic, implementation process, and welfare impact will be rejected.
  6. Manuscripts focused mainly on organizational image, branding, business performance, or financial return, without a clear connection to social welfare outcomes, are outside the journal's scope.

MANUSCRIPT STRUCTURE

The manuscript must consist of the following components in order:

  1. Title
    Written in English using clear and concise academic language. Maximum 20 words. The title must explicitly reflect the focus on social intervention and social welfare. Avoid abbreviations and redundant phrases. Format: Cambria, 14 pt, bold, uppercase, centered.
  2. Author(s)
    Author names must be written without academic titles. Multiple authors should be separated by commas. Include institutional affiliation (university/institution, city, country). Provide ORCID ID (recommended). Only one corresponding author with a valid email address is allowed. Format: Cambria 11 pt, centered.
  3. Abstract
    The abstract must include: background, objectives, methods, results, conclusions, and implications for social welfare or intervention practice. Written in one paragraph (150–200 words), in English, without citations, abbreviations, or formulas. Format: Cambria 10 pt, single spacing, justified.
  4. Keywords
    Consist of 3–5 words or phrases separated by semicolons (;). Keywords should reflect the intervention focus and social welfare perspective.
  5. Introduction
    Contains background of the problem, research questions, literature review, research gap, novelty of the study, objectives, and significance. Must explicitly show contribution to social intervention and social welfare studies. Include at least one paragraph reviewing prior research and identifying the gap. Format: Cambria 11 pt, single spacing, justified.
  6. Method
    Describes research design, location and setting, participants or data sources, data collection techniques, instruments, and data analysis methods. For intervention studies, explain the intervention logic, implementation process, and evaluation approach. Written in paragraph form. Format: Cambria 11 pt, justified.
  7. Results
    Presents empirical findings objectively without interpretation. No citations are allowed in this section unless referencing the authors' own previous work. Tables and figures must be centered, numbered sequentially, and properly labeled. Format: Cambria 10 pt, justified.
  8. Discussion
    Provides interpretation of findings, comparison with theories and previous studies, and explanation of implications for social welfare policy, practice, or intervention design. Must address the research gap and objectives stated in the introduction. Format: Cambria 11 pt, justified.
  9. Conclusion
    Summarizes key findings, explains limitations of the study, and provides recommendations for future research, policy, or practice. Written in paragraph form (not bullet points or numbered list).
  10. Acknowledgement (optional)
    Used to recognize non-author contributors, funding sources, or supporting institutions. Keep concise and professional.
  11. AI Use Disclosure (mandatory)
    Authors must disclose any use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, GrammarlyGO) in the research or writing process. AI cannot be listed as authors and cannot replace analytical responsibility. Example:

    "The authors used [name of AI tool] for [specific purpose, e.g., language editing, literature organization]. All interpretations, analyses, and conclusions remain the sole responsibility of the authors."
  12. References
    Must follow APA Style 7th Edition (American Psychological Association). Minimum 30 references, with at least 80% from scholarly sources (peer-reviewed journals, books, or conference proceedings). References should mostly come from the last 7 years, except for classic or foundational works. Use reference managers such as Mendeley, Zotero, or EndNote. Format: Cambria 10 pt, justified, hanging indent 0.5 inch.

TABLE AND FIGURE FORMAT

  • Tables must be centered with titles (captions) placed above the table.
  • Figures (graphs, images, diagrams) must be centered with captions placed below the figure.
  • Use Cambria 10 pt for table text and figure captions.
  • All images must have a resolution of at least 300 dpi (dots per inch).
  • Tables and figures must be referenced in the main text.

SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS

Additional materials (e.g., research instruments, raw data appendices, intervention manuals, consent forms) may be submitted as supplementary files. These will be published online alongside the main article at the editor's discretion, provided they enhance transparency and reproducibility.

COPYRIGHT AND LICENSING

Upon acceptance, authors must sign the copyright and licensing agreement provided by the journal. Authors retain copyright of their work and grant the journal right of first publication. All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0). No fees are charged for submission, review, or publication (APC = 0 USD).

SUBMISSION CHECKLIST

Before submitting, authors should ensure the following:

  • ✓ Manuscript follows the structure (a–l) above.
  • ✓ Similarity index is below 20%.
  • ✓ Word count is between 6,000–10,000 words.
  • ✓ All tables and figures are numbered and properly formatted.
  • ✓ References follow APA 7th Edition with minimum 30 entries.
  • ✓ AI use is disclosed (if applicable).
  • ✓ Author contact information and ORCID are provided.

For any questions regarding author guidelines, please contact the editorial office at [editorial@ahadmedia.com].