Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

Thank you for considering the Journal of Human Security for the publication of your research. Please adhere to the following guidelines when preparing your manuscript for submission:

  1. Manuscript Structure:
  • Title Page: Include the title of the paper, author(s) names and affiliations, corresponding author’s contact information (including email address), and any acknowledgments.
  • Abstract: Provide a concise summary of the study, including objectives, methods, results, and conclusions. The abstract should not exceed 250 words.
  • Keywords: Include 3-6 keywords that best describe the content of the paper.
  • Introduction: Clearly state the research question, objectives, and significance of the study.
  • Materials and Methods: Describe the experimental design, methodologies, materials used, and statistical analyses in detail to allow for reproducibility.
  • Results: Present the findings of the study in a logical sequence using tables, figures, and graphs where appropriate.
  • Discussion: Interpret the results in the context of existing literature, address limitations, and propose future research directions.
  • Conclusion: Summarize the main findings and their implications.
  • References: List all sources cited in the manuscript using APA 6th edition style using reference manager like Endnote, Mendeley, Zotero etc.
  1. Formatting Guidelines:
  • Font: Times New Roman, 12-point font size, double-spaced throughout the manuscript.
  • Margins: Use 1-inch (2.54 cm) margins on all sides of the page.
  • Page Numbers: Number all pages consecutively, beginning with the title page.
  • Headings: Use descriptive headings to organize the content of the manuscript.
  • Figures and Tables: Ensure that all figures and tables are cited in the text and placed within the manuscript, not at the end.
  • Supplementary Material: Include any supplementary data as appendices after the references section.
  1. Submission Process:
  • Submit your manuscript electronically through the journal’s online submission system.
  • Ensure that all files are in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.
  • Include a cover letter detailing the significance of the study and confirming that the manuscript has not been submitted elsewhere.
  1. Ethical Considerations:
  • Ensure that the research complies with ethical standards and guidelines.
  • Disclose any potential conflicts of interest or funding sources.
  1. Peer Review Process:
  • All submitted manuscripts undergo rigorous peer review by experts in the field.
  • Reviewers evaluate the scientific merit, originality, and clarity of the manuscript.
  1. Copyright:
  • Upon acceptance, authors will be required to transfer copyright to the Journal of Financial Security.
  1. Contact Information:
  • For any inquiries regarding manuscript submission, please contact the editorial office at [insert contact email].

Thank you for considering the Journal of Human Security for the dissemination of your research findings. We look forward to receiving your submission.