Special issues
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Special issue information
Third World Quarterly (TWQ) is the leading journal of scholarship and policy-relevant research in the broad field of Global South studies and is now welcoming proposals in this field. Special Issue proposals must be in line with the journal’s aims and scope and should present innovative, interesting research on critical issues and core debates affecting the Global South.
Prospective Guest Editors are encouraged to submit thematic collections of articles that are coherent, robust, and original contributions to scholarship. The journal’s focus is on internationally comparative or regional research. Special Issues about a single country will not normally be considered.
Cross-disciplinary, critical, and innovative approaches are encouraged, with each article expected to have strong empirical underpinnings. Although each article should be able to stand alone, the journal expects to see a clear connection between each article and how it contributes to the overarching argument of the Special Issue.
Special Issues published in TWQ will be considered for re-edition in the Routledge ThirdWorlds book series to increase their reach.
TWQ welcomes authorship teams from diverse backgrounds and values gender-balanced proposals. The journal also encourages the dissemination of research by early career researchers, especially from the Global South, and proposals are expected to include scholars from the areas under research.
Since its inception, TWQ has sought to encourage transnational and regional cooperation to ensure diverse debates that move forward academic research. Guest Editors may wish to consider applying for the Global South Colloquium Fund (GSCF), which offers financial support for workshops and other events that enable the collaborative work of Global South researchers.
Submission Instructions
Prospective Guest Editors should complete the journal’s proposal form electronically and return it to the Third World Quarterly editorial office by email. Proposals are being accepted on an ongoing basis and will be reviewed by the Special Issues Coordinating Editors. Guest Editors will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.