About Indian Journal of Social Work & Social Sciences (IJSWASS)

Late Padmashree Kamalatai Hospet	Late Dr Satyabala Tayal
(23.05.1896 – 15.11.1981)	(07.10.1924 – 06.01.2002)

 

About Matru Sewa Sangh – the Beginnings

 The beginnings of the Matru Sewa Sangh Institute of Social Work can be traced back to the year 1921 when Late Padmashree Kamalatai Hospet founded Matru Sewa Sangh (MSS) in the city of Nagpur.

Having witnessed the abysmal facilities for pregnant Indian women, Kamalatai, widowed at the age of 15, set up maternity homes in Central Provinces and Berar. Her work, and more so her nature, attracted some remarkable individuals who engaged their life expanding the domain of MSS.

One such person was Dr (Ms) Satyabala Tayal. A true Gandhian, Satyabala had walked miles in the scorching sun of Hissar (Haryana) as a Bhoodhan worker – a contribution acknowledged in the form of a ‘Praman Patra’ (1957) awarded by the Govt. of Punjab. Drawn to MSS by its unique ‘all-women-run’ organizational structure and on the advice from Kamalatai, Satyabala, came to Nagpur in 1956.

Observing the growing activities of MSS and the ensuring shortage of trained human power she decided to set up a “School of Social Work for Women”.

About the Institute

 The “School of Social Work for Women” founded by Dr Satyabala Tayal began with just seven students in a small room in the premises of MSS at Sitabuldi in Nagpur offering a Certificate Course in Social Work. It evolved with a coherent perspective, from a Certificate Course in Social Work to a Bachelor’s course, and subsequently the Masters and M.Phil courses followed.

To strengthen the academic programmes the Institute pioneered field action projects in hospital and community settings for rural people, abandoned children, women in distress, low-income families in slum localities and drug addicts. In the last decade the Institute has been offering its expertise in the areas of evaluation, monitoring and research to governmental and non-governmental organizations.

The Government of Maharashtra honoured Dr Satyabala Tayal with the Savitribai Phule Award in 1990.

Nourished by the liberal tradition and social reform orientation of the MSS, the Matru Sewa Sangh Institute of Social Work continues to grow contributing its mite in the making of a modern India.

Journal Title: Indian Journal of Social Work & Social Sciences (IJSWASS)

ISSN Number: Print: 2322-0740

Periodicity and Continuity:

Bi-annual (March and September of every Year), National-level, Double blind Peer-Reviewed Journal

IJSWASS:

The Indian Journal of Social Work & Social Sciences (IJSWASS) is a bi annual national level peer reviewed journal, published by the Matru Sewa Sangh Institute of Social Work. The journal would cover all the fields of Social Work and Social Sciences. Research papers as well as scientific articles are accepted.

Goals of IJSWASS

1. To provide the platform to the Students, Alumni and Faculty of the Matru Sewa Sangh Institute of Social Work to undertake scientific writing.
2. To encourage young researchers in social work and social sciences.
3. To motivate the researchers to promote indigenous knowledge.
4. To contribute to the body of knowledge of Indian Social Work Literature.
5. To promote exchange of ideas and innovative social work practice.
6. To provide the platform for the innovations in social work practice.
7. To report significant advances in the field of social work practice and education.

Instructions for the authors

Submission Procedure:

Authors interested in contributing Research Papers & Articles (Only in English Language) should submit their work to journalmssisw@gmail.com along with a declaration in given format. To download the format click on given link or scan given QR Code.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1S8Rv52AWKM4e1lXQQaaC6FbG18p9EHRg/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=109913879627253931755&rtpof=true&sd=true

• Manuscripts should be submitted in soft copy (Microsoft Word 2007 or later).
• Document size: A4,
• Font size 12.
• Font Name: Cambria
• Priority for publication will be given to subscribers of the journal.
• Plagiarism Certificate: A plagiarism certificate must be submitted, indicating a similarity index of less than 10%.
• For inquiries and submissions, contact: journalmssisw@gmail.com/ 9372499515

Layout of the Paper:

• Title
• Name of the Author
• Brief CV of the Author
• Abstract
• Key Words
• Introduction
• Objectives
• Hypotheses & Methodology (for research papers)
• Main Discussion
• References (as per APA style)

Guidelines for Authors:

Dear Article Author the guidelines suggested here is to facilitate the task of the peer-reviewers and make the  process faster:

1. 1. The title must explain to the reader what the article is about. Make your title hold hands of the reader.
   2. The title must be self-explanatory to even a reader interested just in browsing.
   3. And the variables/concepts carried in the title must be specific.
   4. Some explanations of these variables/concepts must find a place in the section on conclusions.
   5. After a brief introduction have a separate section titled “Aims and Objectives of the article”. Kindly note that this will be the reference framework for the peer reviewers.
   6. In case an article is based on primary data/field data collected please provide adequate details about the methodology used, data collections and timelines. If possible, briefly discuss the nature of the data collected: quantitative and qualitative.
   7. Descriptive narrative is an important part of social sciences writing. But it is necessary to supplement descriptive narration with analytical narrations. At some point we encourage our article authors to go in for analytical writings. By analytical writings we mean the cause-and-effect relationship between variables, concepts, historical events and so on.
   8. Either in a section titled ‘discussion’ or in the section titled ‘conclusion’ assess whether the ‘aims and objectives’ outlined at the beginning of the article have been met and to what extent. Can the author/writer identify themes for future exploration?

Review Policy:

The Indian Journal of Social Work and Social Sciences (IJSWASS) follows a rigorous and transparent peer-review process to ensure the highest standards of academic publishing. The review process is designed to maintain the integrity, objectivity, and quality of research published in the journal. The policy is as follows:

1. Submission and Initial Screening:
   • All submitted manuscripts undergo an initial screening by the editorial team to check for plagiarism certificate submitted by authors (in case if necessary the plagiarism will be rechecked), relevance, and compliance with journal guidelines.
2. Blind Peer Review Process:
   • After passing the initial screening, the manuscript is sent for a double-blind peer review, where the identities of both the author(s) and reviewers are kept anonymous to ensure impartial evaluation.
   • Each manuscript is reviewed by two independent reviewers who are experts in the relevant field of study.
3. Reviewer Evaluation:
   • Reviewers assess the manuscript based on originality, clarity, methodology, relevance, and contribution to the field of social work and social sciences.
   • They provide detailed feedback and recommendations, which may include:
     • Acceptance (without changes)
     • Acceptance with minor revisions
     • Acceptance with major revisions
     • Rejection
4. Author Revision Process:
   • If revisions are required, the manuscript is returned to the author(s) for modification as per the reviewers’ suggestions.
   • Authors are expected to make the necessary corrections and resubmit the revised manuscript within the stipulated time frame.
5. Final Decision:
   • Once the revised manuscript is received, the editorial team reviews the changes.
   • If the reviewers have recommended acceptance and all modifications are adequately addressed, the manuscript is approved for publication.
   • The final decision on publication rests with the editorial board.
6. Publication Ethics and Integrity:
   • IJSWASS adheres to ethical publishing practices and follows guidelines set by recognized academic and ethical bodies.
   • Any form of plagiarism, falsification of data, or unethical research practices will result in rejection and possible blacklisting of authors.
7. Transparency and Communication:
   • Authors will be kept informed at each stage of the review process.
   • The review process typically takes 3-4 weeks, depending on the nature of the manuscript and reviewer availability.

This policy ensures a fair, objective, and high-quality review process that upholds the academic standards of IJSWASS while supporting authors in enhancing their research work.

Archival Policy:

All published issues of the Indian Journal of Social Work and Social Sciences (IJSWASS) will be archived and made available in the library of the Matru Sewa Sangh Institute of Social Work, Bajaj Nagar, Nagpur. This ensures long-term accessibility and preservation of published research for students, researchers, and academicians.

IJSWASS Editorial Board:

Chief Editor : Dr Purushottam Borkar (Principal) PhD (Psychology), Matru Sewa Sangh Institute of Social Work, Bajaj Nagar, Nagpur

Issue Editor : Dr Ajit Kumar, Retired Associate Professor, PhD (Social Sciences), Matru Sewa Sangh Institute of Social Work, Bajaj Nagar, Nagpur

Associate Editor : Dr Amod Gurjar, Assistant Professor, PhD (Social Work), Matru Sewa Sangh Institute of Social Work, Bajaj Nagar, Nagpur

IJSWASS Advisory Board:

• Dr Chandrakant Ragit, Former Pro Vice Chancellor, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi VishwaVidyalaya, Wardha, MS.
• Prof Banshi Dhar Pandey, Professor, Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth, Varanasi.
• Dr Avnish Nagar, Dean, Jaipur School of Social Work, Jaipur, Rajasthan.
• Dr Prashant Shelke, Principal, Hislop College, Nagpur, MS.
• Dr Bishnu Mohan Dash, Professor, Department of Social Work, Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar College, University of Delhi, Delhi.
• Dr Mousumi Bhowal, Professor & Head, Department of Botany, Hislop College, Nagpur, MS.
• Prof Sheeba Joseph, Professor, Department of Social Work, Bhopal School of Social Sciences, Bhopal, MP.
• Dr Swapnil Madhamashettiwar, Vice Principal, Sardar Patel College, Chandrapur, MS.
• Dr Supriya Pathak, Associate Professor, Department of Women Studies, (Reginal Center Prayagraj), Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha, (Reginal Center Prayagraj), Prayagraj, UP.
• Dr Shambhu Joshi, Associate Professor, Directorate of Distance Education, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi VishwaVidyalaya, Wardha.

IJSWASS Reviewer Team:

• Dr Mousumi Bhowal, Professor & Head, Department of Botany, Hislop College, Nagpur, MS.
• A. Shahin Sultana, Department of Social Work, School of Social Sciences and International Studies, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry.
• Prof Ghanshyam Yelne, Professor and Director, School of Social Sciences, Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathvada University Vishnupuri, Nanded. 431606, MS.
• Prof Jyoti Niswade, Professor, Matru Sewa Sangh Institute of Social Work, Nagpur, MS.
• Prof Bishnu Mohan Dash, Professor, Department of Social Work, Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar College, University of Delhi, Delhi.
• Prof Dhananjay Sontakke, Professor, Department of Sociology, Priyadarshini Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Wardha, MS.
• Prof Nilesh Thakre, HoD & Professor, Department of Psychology, SNDT University, Mumbai, MS.
• Prof Sheeba Joseph, Professor, Department of Social Work, Bhopal School of Social Sciences, Bhopal, MP.
• Dr Sasmita Patel, Associate Professor & Head of the Department, Department of Social Work, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur, CG.
• Dr Supriya Pathak, Associate Professor, Department of Women Studies, (Reginal Center Prayagraj), Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha, (Reginal Center Prayagraj), Prayagraj, UP.
• Dr Shambhu Joshi, Associate Professor, Directorate of Distance Education, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi VishwaVidyalaya, Wardha, MS.
• Dr Nilesh Dhekre, Associate Professor, SRM College of Social Work, Chandrapur, Maharashtra.
• Dr K Balaraju, Associate Professor, Wardha Samajkarya Sansthan, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha.
• Dr Mithilesh Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, (Prayagraj Center), Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi VishwaVidyalaya, Wardha, (Prayagraj Center), Prayagraj, UP.
• Dr Shiv Singh Baghel, Assistant Professor, Wardha Samajkarya Sansthan, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha, MS.
• Dr Sanjeev Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, Jananayak Chandrashekhar University, Balia, UP.
• Dr Aarti Pawar, Assistant Professor, Athavale College of Social Work, Bhandara, MS.
• Dr Surbhi Biplav, Head of the Department (I/C) & Assistant Professor, Department of Film Studies, (Reginal Center Prayagraj), Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha, (Reginal Center Prayagraj), Prayagraj, UP.
• Dr Yasharth Manjul, Assistant Professor, Department of Film Studies, (Reginal Center Prayagraj Center), Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha, (Reginal Center Prayagraj), Prayagraj, UP.
• Dr Varun Kumar Upadhyay, Head of the Department (I/C) & Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha MS.
• Aachal Taywade, Assistant Professor (Psychology), Department of Liberal Arts, MIT World Peace University, Paud Road, Kothrud, Pune, MS.
• Dr Gajanan Nilame, Faculty, Wardha Samajkarya Sansthan, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha, MS.

The list of Reviewers will be updated and even new additions as per need.

Subject Areas:

The Indian Journal of Social Work and Social Sciences primarily focuses on publishing high-quality research in the field of Social Work, covering various dimensions such as social work theory and practice, community development, social policy, mental health, child welfare, gender justice, human rights, disability studies, and social work in health care, among others. Given the interdisciplinary nature of social work, the journal also welcomes research contributions from other Social Sciences, including sociology, psychology, political science, economics, anthropology, law, education, environmental studies, media studies, and gender studies, provided they contribute to social development and welfare. Recognizing the evolving landscape of social sciences, the journal extends its scope beyond traditional disciplines to include relevant and high-quality papers from areas such as public health, technology and social innovation, artificial intelligence in social impact, sustainability, literature and social narratives, and spiritual well-being. The primary criterion for acceptance is the significance, originality, and contemporary relevance of the research in addressing social issues and contributing to academic discourse and policy formulation. journal may go beyond the limitations of social sciences if the manuscript is significant and with good quality, standard and relevant in present time.

Ethical Guidelines for Authors:

The Indian Journal of Social Work and Social Sciences upholds the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical research practices. Authors submitting their manuscripts must adhere to the following ethical guidelines:

1. 1. Originality and Plagiarism
      • All submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration in any other journal.
      • A plagiarism certificate must be submitted, indicating a similarity index of less than 10%.
      • Any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism and redundant publication, will result in immediate rejection.
   2. Authorship and Contributions
      • All listed authors must have made a substantial contribution to the research.
      • Any changes in authorship after submission must be justified and approved by all co-authors.
   3. Data Integrity and Transparency
      • Authors must ensure that all data presented in the paper are accurate, properly cited, and verifiable.
      • Any manipulation, fabrication, or falsification of data is strictly prohibited.
   4. Ethical Compliance
      • Authors must disclose any conflicts of interest that could affect the interpretation of their work.
   5. Declaration of Ethical Responsibility
      • • A declaration must be submitted in the prescribed format. To download the format, click on the link below or scan the QR Code:
          Download Declaration Format

      

   6. Book Reviews

IJSWASS also invites the Book Reviews and for submitting book reviews the one declaration from reviewer and at least one from either Author of the Book or Publisher of the book must be submitted to the journalmssisw@gmail.com. For getting the declaration format the request mail can be sent to journalmssisw@gmail.com.

Failure to comply with these ethical guidelines may lead to rejection, retraction, or other disciplinary actions as per the journal’s policies.

Publishing Timeline:

Papers received till 15^th March will be considered for March issue and papers received till September will be considered for September issue. After submitting the manuscript for publication, it will be sent for review. The review process will take around 3-4 weeks, depending on the nature of the manuscript and reviewer availability. Then, if the reviewers suggest the modification, it will be sent back to the authors and will be given one week (maximum two weeks) for modifications. After clearance from the editorial bord on modifications done as suggested by the reviewers it will be finally considered for publication. If the author fails to submit the modifications as suggested by the reviewers in stipulated time, then it will not be considered for the issue for which author has submitted it. If it is sent after the stipulated time, then it may be considered for upcoming next issue. Each March and September issue will be made available within one and half months after the due date (Subjected to the technical Problems).

Subscription Charges:

Subscription Charges
Type of Subscription	Professionals	Students	For Institution
Single Issue	Rs. 1000/-		Rs. 1500/-
Yearly	Rs. 2000/-		Rs. 2500/-

Contact for Publication & Subscription:

journalmssisw@gmail.com

9372499515