Submissions

Author Guidelines

General Information

Next Gen Social Sciences (NGSS) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal that publishes high-quality research articles, reviews, and short communications in all areas of the social sciences. The journal aims to provide a comprehensive platform for researchers, academicians, practitioners, and policymakers to share their latest findings, innovations, and insights in the field of social sciences.

Manuscript Submission Template: Article Template of NGSS

Submission Process

Online Submission

Manuscripts should be submitted online through the journal’s submission system. Please ensure that all authors have read and agreed to the submission.

Manuscript Preparation

Follow the template provided on the journal’s website to format your manuscript. Ensure that all sections are included and properly formatted.

Cover Letter

Include a cover letter that briefly explains the significance of your research and why it is suitable for Next Gen Social Sciences.

Manuscript Structure

Title Page

• Title: Concise and informative.

• Authors: Full names, affiliations, and contact details.

• Corresponding Author: Email and ORCID ID (optional).

Abstract

• Provide a clear and concise summary of the study (250 words maximum).

• Include the context, objectives, methods, main findings, and implications.

• Use keywords that reflect the main themes, methods, and findings.

Article Highlights

List 3–5 key findings or contributions of the study.

Introduction

• Contextualize the study within the broader field.

• State the purpose and significance of the research.

• Review relevant literature and highlight key publications.

Materials and Methods (or Methodology in Social Sciences)

• Provide detailed descriptions of procedures and study design.

• Include sampling methods, instruments, analytical approaches, and data sources.

• Include ethical approval details for studies involving human participants.

Results

• Present findings clearly and concisely.

• Use subheadings, figures, and tables to enhance clarity.

• Include bulleted or numbered lists where appropriate.

Discussion

• Interpret results in the context of previous studies.

• Discuss implications for theory, policy, and practice.

• Suggest directions for future research.

Conclusions

Summarize the main findings and their significance.

Author Contributions

Specify the contributions of each author using the provided statements.

Funding

Acknowledge funding sources and grant numbers.

Informed Consent Statement

Include if the study involves human subjects.

Acknowledgments

Acknowledge any support not covered in other sections.

Conflicts of Interest

Declare any potential conflicts of interest or state none exist.

References

Format references in APA (7th edition).
Ensure all citations are accurate and complete.

Formatting and Style

• Font and Size: Times New Roman, 12-point font.

• Line Spacing: Double-spaced throughout the manuscript.

• Margins: 1-inch margins on all sides.

• Section Headings: Use the provided styles in the template.

• Figures and Tables: Place near the first mention in the text. Ensure they are high resolution and clearly labeled.

Submission Checklist

• All authors have read and agreed to the submission.

• Manuscript is original and not under consideration elsewhere.

• All necessary sections are included, and the template is followed.

• Data, instruments, and protocols are available where applicable.

• Permissions obtained for any third-party material.

Contact Information

For any questions or assistance, please contact the journal’s editorial office at editorngss@ngenpub.com.

Disclaimer

The statements, opinions, and data contained in all publications are solely those of the individual author(s) and not of Next Gen Social Sciences or the editors. The journal disclaims responsibility for any injury to people or property resulting from any ideas, methods, instructions, or products referred to in the content.

Plagiarism Policy

Plagiarism is a serious academic offense, and NGSS is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity. To ensure originality, the maximum acceptable plagiarism level is 10% or lower for any article to be considered for publication. All submissions will be checked using reliable tools such as Turnitin or iThenticate. If plagiarism exceeds the acceptable threshold, manuscripts will be returned to authors for revision. In cases where plagiarism is detected in a published article, a thorough investigation will be conducted, and the article may be retracted.

Licensing Policy

All articles published in NGSS are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).

You are free to:

• Share — copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format for any purpose, even commercially.

• Adapt — remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, even commercially.

Conditions:

• Attribution — Give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made.

• No legal or technological measures may be applied that restrict others from doing anything the license permits.