Write for the Journal
Although published here in Scotland, the Journal has an international outlook. And this makes sense because concerns about the welfare of children in care is a global one, and international comparison provides us all with an opportunity to develop research, policy and practice.
Open call: what can I submit to the Journal?
We're always looking for contributors from across the globe to share their wide and varied experience - from practitioners, managers, researchers, and policy folk, to young people with experience of the care system.
- Peer-reviewed academic papers/original research/review papers (maximum word length, 6,000 words)
- Short reflections or commentaries on research, policy or practice (maximum word length, 3,000 words)
- Methodological papers from doctoral studies
- Accounts of relevant conferences
- Book reviews
- Obituaries
I have an idea - what next?
Read our statement of aim and scope and look at articles we have previously published. If you need advice, email us at sjrcc@strath.ac.uk with an outline of the article you have in mind. Tell us what kind of article it is, i.e. 'peer-review,' or 'short reflection / commentary.
We are committed to the use of inclusive and non-stigmatising language in all our journal content. As a Scotland-based Journal we are particularly influenced in this by The Promise, and by the Each and Every Child initiative. We recognise that language evolves, that terms used historically may not be appropriate for modern audiences, and that usages may differ internationally. As part of our editorial process, from March 2023 we will endeavour to draw authors' attention to any potentially problematic terms or phrases, and where appropriate suggest alternatives, with a view to mutual agreement on any changes. We encourage authors and readers to alert us to any instances in which we get this wrong, in order that we may learn from errors.
Please download the submission pack and read the advice for contributors. Please use the article template, write in English with UK/Irish spellings, and use APA7 referencing style. Remember that all articles must be capable of being understood by an international audience. Scottish-based authors should not assume readers will be familiar with Scottish policy and law. Articles submitted must be accompanied by a completed submission form. Articles for peer-review should have authors' names and affiliations on a title page saved in a separate file from the article.