Details

• Journal name:              SUPRA: Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Innovations

• ISSN (Online):               2982-2467

• Frequency:                    Quarterly

• Language:                     English

• Publisher:                      SUPRA Centre for Research and Publications

• Director:                        Sunil Thapa

• Country of Origin:       Australia

The SUPRA Centre for Research and Publications, based in New South Wales, Australia, is committed to advancing humanities and social sciences knowledge. The Centre achieves this through rigorous research and the publication of its open-access journal, SUPRA: Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Innovations. It provides a platform for scholars to publish their research findings and ensures unrestricted access to their work, promoting global academic dialogue. By fostering interdisciplinary engagement, the Centre contributes to the broader dissemination of scholarly knowledge while ensuring compliance with copyright and licensing standards to protect intellectual property. 

The Centre’s core activities include conducting primary and secondary research, organizing seminars and workshops, and distributing research outcomes through print and digital media. It is officially registered with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and operates under the Australian Business Number (ABN) 23373197514. With adherence to established ethical guidelines, the Centre ensures compliance with relevant laws and regulations related to intellectual property, copyright, and publication ethics, upholding the integrity of research while promoting accessibility and transparency in scholarly communication.

SUPRA: Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Innovations advances research and fosters interdisciplinary dialogue across the humanities and social sciences. The journal publishes innovative, high-quality studies that deepen understanding of human experiences and societal issues. Through its focus on inclusivity and diversity, SUPRA showcases the work of researchers from diverse backgrounds and geographic locations, fostering a global perspective on contemporary academic challenges. 

The journal publishes research articles, reviews, essays, and critical analyses, with copyright remaining with the authors. SUPRA holds the publishing and distribution rights under a Creative Commons licence, ensuring open access and wide dissemination of scholarly work while protecting authors' intellectual contributions. Committed to rigorous peer review, ethical guidelines, and continuous improvement, SUPRA also fosters collaboration through special issues, conferences, and online forums, all designed to stimulate new ideas, methodologies, and approaches that address global challenges and promote academic innovation.

“SUPRA: Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Innovations is a fully Open Access journal. All articles are freely available immediately upon publication without subscription or embargo. Articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0) licence. This licence allows anyone to copy, redistribute, remix, transform, and build upon the material for non-commercial purposes, provided proper attribution is given to the original author(s) and the source.”

1. Prof Dr Shobhakar Kandel
   Registrar
   Mid-West University, Nepal
2. Prof Dr Ganesh Bahadur Singh
   Professor, Tribhuvan University, Nepal (Retired)
   Team Leader, Research on Assessment Framework for SEE, National Examination
   Board, Nepal
3. Dr Drew Cottle
   Senior Lecturer (Retired)
   Western Sydney University, Australia
4. Dr Wendy Hillman
   Research Fellow
   Central Queensland University, Australia
5. Dr Milena Ilisevic
   Lecturer/Subject coordinator
   Western Sydney University, Australia

Advisory Board Members are responsible for providing strategic advice on the journal’s growth, development, and positioning within the academic community. They utilize their professional networks to enhance the journal’s visibility and attract high-quality submissions. Their guidance and connections are crucial for the journal’s success and reputation, helping to ensure it remains a leading publication in its field.

1. Prof Dr Ganesh Bahadur Singh
   Professor, Tribhuvan University, Nepal (Retired) 
   Team Leader, Research on Assessment Framework for SEE, National Examination
   Board, Nepal

   (Associate Editor)

2. Prof Dr Muni Raj Chhetri
   Principal, National Open College (Pokhara University), Nepal
   Former Dean, Karnali Academy of Health Sciences, Nepal

   (Associate Editor)

3. Dr Wendy Hillman
   Research Fellow
   Central Queensland University, Australia

   (Associate Editor)

4. Dr Milena Ilisevic
   Lecturer/Subject coordinator
   Western Sydney University, Australia

   (Associate Editor)

5. Mr Sunil Thapa

   Director, SUPRA Centre for Research and Publications, Australia
   Research Scholar, Western Sydney University, Australia

   (Editor-in-Chief)

The Editorial Board of SUPRA: Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Innovations is responsible for ensuring the journal's success and integrity. The board provides strategic direction, makes final decisions on manuscript acceptance or rejection, and ensures adherence to editorial policies and ethical standards. They oversee manuscript processing and publication schedules and coordinate with reviewers and authors to guarantee timely, high-quality reviews. Board members use their subject expertise to evaluate manuscripts, assign reviewers, and monitor the peer-review process. They also manage the submission system, offer guidance to authors, and promote the journal through outreach and marketing initiatives.
 

Additionally, the board plays a crucial role in shaping the journal’s direction, policies, and special issues. They represent the journal at academic conferences and engage with the scholarly community to broaden its reach. Editors are responsible for evaluating submissions impartially, maintaining the confidentiality of manuscripts, and ensuring that there are no conflicts of interest. They provide plagiarism screening and report any ethical violations to the editorial board. In cases of ethical concerns, editors should recommend rejection or revision of the manuscript. Editors must also disclose any conflicts of interest, refrain from using unpublished materials for personal gain, and address appeals and complaints according to COPE guidelines. Moreover, editors must adhere to the journal’s copyright and open-access policies in their interactions with submitted manuscripts.

Peer reviewers for SUPRA: Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Innovations play a vital role in upholding the journal’s high standards by providing expert, unbiased, and timely evaluations of submitted manuscripts. They are responsible for maintaining confidentiality and ensuring the integrity of the review process while offering constructive feedback to help authors improve their work. Reviewers must disclose potential conflicts of interest before agreeing to review, avoid using unpublished information for personal gain, and notify the editorial team if they suspect ethical violations, such as plagiarism, recommending rejection or revision as appropriate. Reviewers are committed to completing their evaluations within the agreed-upon timeframe and addressing ethical concerns in accordance with COPE’s guidelines. Additionally, reviewers must adhere to the journal’s copyright and open-access policies when interacting with submitted manuscripts.

Authors:

Authors are responsible for submitting original research that contributes to the field of Humanities and Social Sciences, ensuring adherence to ethical standards, proper citation, and avoiding plagiarism. Manuscripts should comply with the journal's submission guidelines, and authors must promptly address reviewer feedback. They must disclose any potential conflicts of interest and maintain the integrity of their research, including accurate data representation, while adhering to the journal's copyright, open-access, and licensing policies (CC BY-NC 4.0).

Guest Editors:

Guest editors are tasked with proposing and managing special issues, soliciting submissions, and overseeing the review process. In collaboration with the editorial team, they ensure the quality and ethical standards of the issue, ensuring that manuscripts are original, properly cited, and free from plagiarism. Guest editors promote the special issue in line with the journal's goals and uphold the highest academic and ethical standards. They must disclose any conflicts of interest and ensure compliance with the journal's copyright, open access, and licensing policies.