Aims and Scope
The International Journal of Social Impact, SDG, and Innovations (IJSDGI) is an open-access, peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to bridging global sustainability frameworks with transformative local actions. The journal serves as an interdisciplinary venue for researchers, educators, practitioners, and policymakers to publish evidence-based scholarship that drives measurable social change, empowers communities, and addresses pressing global challenges.
IJSDGI focuses on research that evaluates extension programs, community-engaged initiatives, and participatory development projects. By anchoring its mission in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the journal promotes solutions that foster inclusive, resilient, and equitable societies.
Key Themes & Focus Areas
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) & Social Impact: Studies demonstrating direct alignment with the UN SDGs, with emphasis on Quality Education (SDG 4), Gender Equality (SDG 5), Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10), Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11), and Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17).
Community Engagement & Extension Programs: Evidence-based evaluations of university extension, participatory action research (PAR), institutional outreach, and local development programs featuring robust impact assessments and measurable outcomes.
Innovation & Digital Transformation: Interdisciplinary research exploring ICT-enabled extension, Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL), digital pedagogy, social entrepreneurship, and technology-driven solutions for community development.
Inclusivity, Equity, and Empowerment: Works mainstreaming gender equity, indigenous knowledge systems, vulnerable population empowerment, and human-rights-based approaches to social progress.
Eligible Disciplines & Subject Areas
IJSDGI encourages cross-disciplinary and multidisciplinary studies drawing from, but not limited to:
Social Sciences & Governance
Education & Educational Pedagogy
Environmental Science & Sustainability
Public Health & Community Medicine
Information & Communications Technology (ICT)
Agricultural Extension & Rural Development
Article Types Accepted
Original Research Articles: Full-length empirical studies with rigorous methodologies and outcome evaluations.
Policy Briefs: Concise analyses translating research findings into actionable policy recommendations.
Case Reports & Field Notes: Detailed accounts of specific community intervention projects or localized innovations.
Innovation Notes: Short communications highlighting new pedagogical methods, technology tools, or collaborative frameworks.