Submissions

Author Guidelines

Directions for Writing & Editing:

NOTE: IJAWR uses only three (03) authors in an article policy. 

Page size is A4 paper
While composing the manuscript, please follow;
(i) For matter, font size: (English: 12, Arabic/Urdu:12)
(ii) For the title of the manuscript, font size: (English: 16, Arabic/Urdu: 16-BOLD)
(iii) For the main heading, font size: (English: 14, Arabic/Urdu: 14);
(iv) For sub-headings, font size:( English: 12, Arabic/Urdu: 12-BOLD);
(v) For font style:( English: Times New Roman, Arabic/Urdu: Jameel Noori Nastaleeq);
(vi) Must go through Grammarly check before submission. 

The Manuscripts may contain the following headings:

Research Article:

Abstract:
Must be in the English language. (150 to 250 words)
Keywords:
Must be a minimum of 5
Introduction:
The introduction must include the objective, methodology, distinctive characteristics of the research work, and conclusion.
Literature Review/Data Collection:
Detailed and comprehensive literature closely concerned with the topic of the research
Discussion:
In this part of the article, the author presents their views and research in detail.
Conclusion:
The conclusion should be presented in a logical sequence.
References:
References should be made according to the following guidelines:
(i) In-text citation (authors’ name, year of publication, page number)
(ii) References in endnotes
(iii) While giving references, APA 6^th edition Style should be adopted.
(v) Quranic or Semitic Religious Books’ verses are presented in Arabic script.
(vi) Reference style Al-Quran 2:184
(vii) The Research Article's word limit is 4000-6000 words.

Book Reviews:

Abstract:
Must be in the English language. (Maximum 250 words)
Keywords:
Must be a minimum of 5
Introduction:
The introduction must include the objective, methodology, distinctive characteristics of the reviewed work, and conclusion.
Review of the Book:
Standard as given by APA
The word limit is 2500-4000

Conference Proceedings/Reports:

Preface:
Must be in the English language. (Maximum 500 words)
Keywords:
Must be a minimum of 10
Introduction:
Objectives:
Themes (for the conference):
Program/Session:
Participations/Presentations:
Declaration/Conclusion:
The word limit is 3000-5000

Publishing Process & Calendar: 

1. Presently, IJWRC is publishing bi-annually;
2. Call for Papers is open for the whole year, especially each January and July
3. Desk Review within 1 week after submission.
4. APC payment is required within 3 days after acceptance intimation.
5. Expert Blind Peer Reviews within 2/4 weeks after submission
6. The First reviewers' comments are required to be incorporated by the author within 1/2 weeks.
7. The second reviewers' comments are required to be incorporated by the author within the next 1/2 weeks.
8. The upgraded paper would be verified for its revision or degradation by the section editors within 1/2 weeks.
9. The paper is re-upgraded by the author within 1/2 weeks if the section editor is not satisfied. 
10. Manuscripts to the Editing & Publishing section within 1 week after positive reviews
11. Online Publication within 1 week after editing.
12. The complete publication process is 1 month and 3 weeks (if reviews are positive)
13. Printed Copy of the Edition can be requested in June and December of every year on an additional payment of Rs. 3000 and $30 (out of Pakistan) for courier charges

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Publishing Process & Calendar: 

1. Presently, IJAWR is publishing biannually.
2. call for Papers is open for the whole year, especially each January and July
3. Desk review within 1 week after submission.
4. APC payment is required within 3 days after acceptance notification.
5. Expert Blind Peer Reviews within 2–4 weeks after submission
6. The first reviewers' comments are required to be incorporated by the author within two weeks.
7. The second reviewer's comments are required to be incorporated by the author within the next 2–3 weeks.
8. The upgraded paper would be verified for revision or degradation by the section editors within 2–4 weeks.
9. The paper is re-upgraded by the author within 2 weeks if the section editor is not satisfied. 
10. Manuscripts to the Editing & Publishing section within 1 week after positive reviews
    Online publication within 1 week after editing.
11. The complete publication process is 1 month and 3 weeks (if reviews are positive)
12. A printed copy of the Edition can be requested in June and December of every year on an additional payment of Rs. 3000 and $30 (out of Pakistan) for courier charges
    NOTE: (Very Important) The above publication duration is for those research papers which fulfil the following requirements:
13. IJAWR online format i.e., Running Head, Title in Capitalization, Authors' identification at right places, APA reference with coming edition, Subject and Discipline, Abstract of less than 250 words, five Keywords with comma separated, content in two columns with given font and size, References in alphabetical order, Annexures
14. The paper is according to the Ethical and Similarity Index policies of HEC and COPE 
15.  The reviews of both reviewers are 100 percent positive, without any change or upgrade.

Fees & Sponsorships / Source(s) of funding: 

1. Journal of World Research on Culture (JWR) does not charge any fee for subscription, Signup, submission of articles, and downloading/reading of published articles as it is an Open Access Journal.
2. Journal of World Research on Culture (JWR) does not receive a Publication Fee but Article Processing Charges only PKR 20,000/- for Pakistan/Asian countries, and USD 250 for C1 i.e. United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Eurozone countries (e.g., Germany, France, Italy), Australia, Japan, Switzerland, Singapore, South Korea, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, New Zealand, China, Hong Kong, India, Brazil, Russia, South Africa, Mexico, Turkey, Malaysia, Thailand, Argentina, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Chile, Saudi Arabia, UAE and USD 110 for C2 i.e. all remaining countries for all processes i.e., the Desk review process, two National or International Reviews, publication, Communication Services, Archiving and Data Management, Online availability of Articles, and Indexing Services, etc. Journal can provide the contact of those External Editors who can help you increase the acceptance chances of your paper.
3. Canada
   Bank Name: Scotia Bank Canada
   Financial Institution Code: 002
   Branch Number: (on request or in Acceptance email)
   Account Number: 0040xxxx (on request or in Acceptance email)
4.  (Bank Name: Allied Bank of Pakistan,
   Title of Account: "BWO Researches (Private)",
   Account Number: 07570010093793370016, OR
   IBAN: PK81ABPA0010093793370016)
5. OR Paypal "dr.a.aalam2015@gmail.com"
6. you can ask for an International Bank account through email at "ijawr.bwo@gmail.com"
7. JWR offers FULL WAIVER of publication fee to the authors,
   1. For a Full Professor in a university or research institution only on his/her part. The waiver is not for supervised work articles. In collaborative work, other authors will pay only 75% of APC. We are very much hopeful that the Respected Professor will maintain the Quality of the research work.  
   2. IJAWR offers a 20% wave-off in APC in each paper to the first author, who submits (02) papers at a time. The supervisory work papers are not included in this concession. We are very much hopeful that the Respected Authors will maintain the Quality of the research work.

Additional Services:

1. Cost: $10 for “Acceptance letter for the Publication” of the paper for official usage
2. Cost: $10 for upload of full-text PDF to “ResearchGate” and “Google Scholar”
3. Cost: $10 for upload of full-text PDF to “Academia” and “Scholar One”.
4. Cost: $10 for display of name as an Editorial Review Board Member appointment for an edition.
5. Cost: $20 for a Complimentary E-Certificate of Excellent Review Award on a 5-star level.
6. Cost: $30 for hard copy certificates (Board Member Certificate/Publication Certificate/Excellent Reviewer Award) mailed to your address.

Certificates:

The International Journal of Academic Research for Humanities issues the following types of certificates to recognize the contributions and achievements within the academic research community. Each certificate is issued as a hard copy and mailed to the recipient, featuring an individual QR code for verification in the journal's database. Price: $20

1. Certificate of Publication: Given to authors whose papers have been successfully published in the journal on demand. 
2. Certificate of Review: Awarded to peer reviewers who have completed the review process for at least three papers with only a 4 or 5-star level review in one edition.
3. Certificate of Editorial Board Membership: Provided to individuals who serve on the journal's editorial board for a minimum of 1 year. This certificate recognizes their ongoing commitment to the journal and their role in guiding its editorial direction.
4. Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing: Awarded to reviewers who have consistently provided thorough, insightful, and timely 5-star level reviews. This certificate highlights the excellence and importance of their role in the peer review process.
5. Certificate of Best Paper Award: Given to the authors of the paper deemed the best among all those published in a particular issue or volume.
6. Certificate of Participation: Issued to individuals who volunteer to perform services assigned by the journal in special events organized by BWO Researches International, such as conferences, workshops, or webinars.
7. Certificate of Collaboration: Given to institutions, organizations, or individuals who have collaborated with the journal on special research projects, initiatives, or partnerships.
8. Certificate of Appreciation: Provided to individuals or organizations in recognition of their support, sponsorship, or other contributions to the journal's activities and mission.

Please pay the fee through PayPal 'dr.a.aalam2015@gmail.com' or ask for the bank account number at 'jwr.bwo@gmail.com' with the title of the certificate. 

Editorial Ethics:

1. IJAWR follows Ethical Guidelines for Journals given by HEC Islamabad and COPE Publication Ethics available for authors, reviewers, publishers, and editors guidelines at https://publicationethics.org/guidance/Guidelines; IJAWR applies the Author Black List policy for those Authors who use unethical tactics, present fake documents or plagiarized papers or misconduct with the Team of the journal. 

Plagiarism Policy

1. IJAWR follows the plagiarism policy of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan. Manuscripts are to be original and must not be plagiarized. Each submission is checked for plagiarism by Turnitin. If the Similarity is above 19% then it is sent back to revise accordingly. If in any case, it has come to know after publication, that manuscript will be immediately removed from the website and the authors will be stamped barred.