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Author Guidelines

Welcome to the submission portal for Global Review of Humanities, Arts, and Society (GRHAS), an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal committed to interdisciplinary excellence in the humanities, arts, and social research. All submissions must follow the guidelines below regarding article types, formatting, editorial policy, and ethical standards.

1. Article Types and Sections

GRHAS accepts submissions under the following editorial sections. Please ensure your manuscript matches the appropriate category:

  • Original Articles (OA): Full-length original research with introduction, methods, analysis, and conclusion. Subject to double-blind peer review.

  • Theoretical Explorations (TE): Conceptual and interdisciplinary theoretical works with a strong literature review.

  • Case Studies (CS): In-depth studies of specific cultural, artistic, or social phenomena. Methodological innovation is welcome.

  • Book Reviews (BR): Critical reviews (800–1500 words) of scholarly books published within the past five years.

  • Interviews & Dialogues (ID): Scholarly interviews with an introduction and annotated references, suitable for citation.

  • Art Practices & Reflections (AP): Reflections on artistic creation, conceptual frameworks, and analytical discussion. Image use encouraged; rights must be declared.

  • Thematic Introductions (TI): Editorials for special issues written by (guest) editors only. Not open for general submission.

2. Manuscript Formatting Requirements

 2.1 Page and Layout

  • The first page is single-column (title, author, abstract, keywords);

  • From page two onwards, two-column layout applies (including appendices);

  • Page size: A4 or Letter; margins: 1 inch (top/bottom), 0.75 inch (left/right);

  • Line spacing: 1.5 or fixed at 16pt; paragraph spacing: 6pt before/after;

  • Fonts: EB Garamond (titles), Crimson Pro (body and references);

  • Font sizes: body 10pt, references 9pt, headers and footers 9pt;

  • First line indent: 0.5 inch (1.27 cm);

  • Header includes journal name, issue, title short, and author surname; footer includes page number and DOI.

 2.2 Headings and Structure

  • Level 1: 12pt, bold, left-aligned (e.g., Introduction);

  • Level 2: 11pt, bold, left-aligned (e.g., 2.1 Background);

  • Level 3: 10pt, italic, left-aligned (e.g., 2.1.1 Detail);

  • Suggested structure includes: Introduction, Literature Review, Methods, Analysis, Conclusion, References, Appendices.

 2.3 Figures and Citations

  • Tables and figures are centered and bold-labeled (e.g., Figure 1., Table 1.);

  • Table captions appear above, figure captions below;

  • Image formats: JPG, PNG, PDF (min. 300 DPI), with source attribution;

  • All data visuals must be legible and appropriate for peer review.

3. Abstract and Keywords

  • Abstract: 200–300 words, in English, justified text;

  • Keywords: 3–5 keywords, separated by commas;

  • “Abstract:” in bold 13pt; “Keywords:” in bold 10pt.

4. References

  • Choose one style: APA, Chicago, or IEEE (must be consistent throughout);

  • References use Crimson Pro Italic, 9pt, justified;

  • No first-line indent; 3pt spacing after each entry.

To assist authors with formatting, GRHAS offers an official manuscript template:

Download GRHAS Manuscript Template (.docx)

(includes formatting for title page, font, spacing, headings, citations, and references)

Using the template is not mandatory, but strongly recommended. Manuscripts that do not meet formatting standards may be returned for revision.

Fonts Used in the Journal

GRHAS uses the following open-source fonts for manuscript formatting:

  • EB Garamond – for all section headings and titles

  • Crimson Pro – for body text, footnotes, and references

You can download them here:

5. Submission & Review Process

  • All manuscripts must be submitted via the GRHAS online system in .docx format;

  • Submission requires metadata input (author info, keywords, ORCID, section selection);

  • GRHAS operates a double-blind peer review, with at least two independent reviewers;

  • Editorial decisions: Accept, Minor Revisions, Major Revisions, Reject;

  • Revised manuscripts must be accompanied by a detailed response letter.

6. Article Processing Charges (APC)

  • GRHAS charges a one-time APC upon acceptance to support open access publishing;

  • Standard fee for original articles: USD 480; see full APC policy for section-specific fees;

  • APC includes layout formatting, image processing (within standard range), DOI registration, and hosting;

  • Waivers available for authors from low-income countries, students, and those without funding;

  • See our APC Policy page for details and application.

7. Ethics and Copyright

  • All submissions must be original, unpublished, and ethically sound;

  • Proper citation is required; plagiarism is strictly prohibited;

  • AI tools (e.g., language editing, data visualization) must be transparently acknowledged;

  • Upon acceptance, authors grant GRHAS the right of first publication;

  • Authors retain copyright; articles are published under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 license;

  • Commercial reuse requires written permission from the editorial office.

8. Contact

For questions or technical support, please contact the editorial team:

Email: editor.in.chief@grhas.centraluniteduniversity.de
Website: grhas.centraluniteduniversity.de

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
  • This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.

Original Articles

This section welcomes original academic research articles. Submissions should include introduction, methodology, analysis, and conclusion. Double-blind peer review is required. All manuscripts must follow the GRHAS formatting and ethical guidelines.

Theoretical Explorations

Focuses on theoretical innovations or conceptual discussions in the humanities and social sciences. Interdisciplinary perspectives are encouraged. A well-structured literature review is required.

Case Studies

Features in-depth analyses of specific cultural, artistic, or social phenomena. Methodological creativity and field-based insights are welcome.

Book Reviews

Reviews recent academic books (published within the last 5 years) in relevant fields. Critical engagement and scholarly dialogue are expected. Recommended length: 800–1500 words.

Interviews & Dialogues

Includes conversations with scholars, artists, or thinkers. An introduction and scholarly annotations are required for proper citation.

Art Practices & Reflections

Showcases creative processes, conceptual statements, and critical reflections on artistic works. Images are permitted but must include source and copyright information.

Conference Reports & Exchanges

Summaries and reflections on academic or artistic conferences. Includes keynotes, panels, and critical commentary.

Perspectives & Commentaries

Short-form reflections, provocations, or commentary on timely issues, theoretical trends, or critical debates.

Methods & Tools

Innovative methods, artistic workflows, or digital tools with relevance to humanities and arts scholarship.

Copyright Notice

Copyright Transfer
Upon acceptance for publication, authors agree to transfer full copyright of their manuscript to Global Review of Humanities, Arts, and Society (GRHAS). The journal holds exclusive rights to publish, reproduce, distribute, and archive the work in all formats and media.

License Terms (CC BY-NC 4.0)
All published articles are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0). This license permits users to read, download, copy, redistribute, and adapt the work for non-commercial purposes, provided proper attribution is given to the original source.

Author Reuse Rights
Authors may:

  • Share their published work for non-commercial academic purposes (e.g., institutional repositories, personal websites, classroom use, conference presentations)

  • Use their work in future academic publications (e.g., book chapters), provided the original GRHAS publication is properly acknowledged

Third-Party Use
Any reuse, reproduction, or adaptation of articles must comply with the terms of the CC BY-NC license. Commercial use is strictly prohibited without prior written permission from GRHAS.

Editorial Rights
GRHAS reserves the right to format, edit, and revise submitted manuscripts during the publication process for clarity, readability, and house style, while maintaining the original meaning and scholarly integrity.

Submission Agreement
By submitting a manuscript to GRHAS, authors confirm that:

  • The work is original and not under consideration elsewhere

  • All contributors have approved the submission

  • They agree to the terms of copyright transfer and open-access licensing as outlined above

For questions about copyright or licensing, please contact:
Email: editor.in.chief@grhas.centraluniteduniversity.de

 

Privacy Statement

Global Review of Humanities, Arts, and Society (GRHAS) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all users—authors, reviewers, editors, and readers—who engage with our publishing platform. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in accordance with international data protection regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Information We Collect

When you register, submit a manuscript, review content, or browse our platform, we may collect the following personal information:

  • Name and institutional affiliation;

  • Email address;

  • ORCID iD (if provided);

  • Submission and peer review records;

  • Usage data (e.g., browser type, IP address, referring pages, time spent on site);

  • Communication preferences.

We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., race, political views, health data).

2. Purpose of Data Use

We collect and use your data strictly for academic publishing and platform operation purposes, including:

  • Managing submissions, peer reviews, and editorial workflows;

  • Assigning DOIs and maintaining publication metadata;

  • Communicating with users regarding submissions or system updates;

  • Generating anonymized usage statistics for internal assessment.

We do not use your data for marketing or commercial profiling.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

GRHAS does not sell or lease personal data to third parties.

We may share necessary information with:

  • Editors, reviewers, and editorial staff (limited to manuscript-related use);

  • DOI registration agencies (e.g., Crossref);

  • Our hosting institution or technical service providers for platform maintenance;

  • Legal authorities if required by law.

All third-party service providers operate under strict confidentiality and data security obligations.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:

  • Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS);

  • Secure account management with password protection;

  • Regular system updates and access controls;

  • Limited data access to authorized personnel only.

5. Your Rights

As a user, you have the right to:

  • Access and review your personal data;

  • Request corrections or updates to inaccurate information;

  • Request deletion of your data (subject to publishing record retention rules);

  • Withdraw consent for non-essential processing.

Requests may be sent to: editor.in.chief@grhas.centraluniteduniversity.de

6. Cookies and Analytics

GRHAS uses cookies only for functional purposes (e.g., login sessions). We may use aggregated, anonymized data for platform analytics but do not track users across sites or use advertising cookies.

7. Retention Policy

We retain published metadata and submission records permanently to preserve the academic record. Other user data (e.g., profiles) may be deleted upon request or after extended inactivity.

8. Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this policy periodically. All changes will be posted to this page. Continued use of the GRHAS platform implies agreement with the updated policy.

9. Contact

For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy:

Email: editor.in.chief@grhas.centraluniteduniversity.de
Website: grhas.centraluniteduniversity.de