JOURNAL OF MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
A peer-reviewed journal dedicated to Inclusivity, Diversity, and Equity (IDE)
About
The Journal of Marginalized Communities and Social Justice (JMCSJ) is a peer-reviewed, open access, semiannual publication dedicated to inclusivity, diversity, and social justice. It provides an interdisciplinary platform for original research, case studies, and reviews that address the experiences and challenges of marginalized populations.
The journal’s scope includes communities affected by poverty, unemployment, disability, aging, orphanhood, mental health conditions, incarceration, sexual abuse, and LGBTQ+ identities, among others. JMCSJ seeks to amplify underrepresented voices, promote evidence-based dialogue, and contribute to equitable policy and practice at local and global levels.
By fostering rigorous scholarship and ethical publishing standards, JMCSJ connects researchers, practitioners, and advocates committed to advancing social equity and human dignity.
Aim and Scope of the Journal
The Journal of Marginalized Communities and Social Justice is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to inclusivity, diversity, and social justice among marginalized populations. Its aim is to advance inclusive scholarship by amplifying underrepresented voices, fostering critical dialogue, and generating knowledge that informs policies and practices addressing social, cultural, and economic inequalities.
The journal provides an academically rigorous and respectful platform for interdisciplinary research that explores the lived realities of individuals and groups who experience exclusion, discrimination, or systemic disadvantage. Its scope includes, but is not limited to, studies on persons living in poverty, unemployed and underemployed populations, single adults, older persons, orphaned or parentless children, persons with disabilities, individuals identifying as LGBTQ+, persons with mental health disorders, incarcerated populations, children in probationary care, and survivors of sexual abuse. Recognizing that marginalization is multidimensional and intersectional, the journal welcomes contributions from a range of disciplines including health, education, psychology, law, criminology, employment, economics, identity, human rights, and social policy.
By embracing inclusivity and diversity, the journal seeks to strengthen scholarly understanding, inspire effective practice, and promote social justice across local and global contexts.
Open Access Policy
The Journal of Marginalized Communities and Social Justice follows an open access model, ensuring that all published content is freely available online without charge. We believe that unrestricted access to research enhances visibility, promotes equity in knowledge sharing, and supports a wider global exchange of ideas that advance scholarship and practice.
All published articles are immediately available under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).
Journal History
The Journal of Marginalized Communities and Social Justice (JMCSJ) was established in 2025 by Blue Ocean Insights Pvt Ltd, Sri Lanka. Created to amplify underrepresented voices, it serves as an inclusive academic platform promoting research, dialogue, and policy impact on issues of diversity, equity, and social justice.
Copyright and Licensing
Articles submitted to the Journal of Marginalized Communities and Social Justice (JMCSJ) must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration by any other journal. Authors retain the copyright of their work and grant JMCSJ the right of first publication. All articles published in JMCSJ are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author(s) and source are properly cited.
ISSN 3121-3154 (Print)
E-ISSN : To be assigned
Journal Sponsorship
Publication Fee
There is no submission and publication fee to publish in the JMCSJ.
Funded and Published by:
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Submission Preparation Checklist
Author Guidelines
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Editorial structure
Editorial Team
The Journal of Marginalized Communities and Social Justice (JMCSJ) is managed by an editorial team committed to academic integrity, inclusivity, and ethical publishing. The team oversees the journal’s strategic direction, peer-review process, and publication quality.
Editor-in-Chief
Ms. Hansini Pramudika
Co-Founder & Director, Blue Ocean Insights Pvt Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Deputy Editor
Mr. Madhura Fernando
Co-Founder & Director, Blue Ocean Insights Pvt Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Coordinating Editor
Ms. Dinithi Lakshani
Blue Ocean Insights Pvt Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Editorial Board
The Editorial Board of JMCSJ comprises national and international scholars and practitioners from diverse disciplinary backgrounds. Board members support the journal by advising on editorial policy, contributing to the peer-review process, and promoting the journal within academic and professional communities. The Editorial Board is continuously expanding to strengthen the journal’s academic reach and international presence.
Editorial Board Members (to be updated) :
Prof. Saman Chandra Ranasinghe,
University of Sri Jayewardhenepura,
Sri Lanka
Prof. Kusumalatha Lankamulla,
University of Sri Jayewardhenepura,
Sri Lanka
Prof. U. L. T. P. Gunasekara,
University of Kelaniya,
Sri Lanka
Dr. L. H. T de S Wickramasuriya,
University of Sri Jayewardhenepura,
Sri Lanka
Dr. Dileepa Yasas Fernando,
Nanyang Technological University,
Singapore
Assistant Prof. (PhD). Oshadhi (Dona) Dassanayake,
University of Mie,
Japan
Dr. Jasintha Jayasanka Dikkumbura,
University of Sri Jayewardhenepura,
Sri Lanka
Reviewers
JMCSJ maintains a panel of qualified reviewers with expertise in social sciences, humanities, health, law, policy studies, and interdisciplinary research related to marginalized communities. All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer-review process, ensuring fairness, objectivity, and academic rigor.
Reviewers are selected based on subject expertise, research experience, and ethical commitment. JMCSJ continuously welcomes expressions of interest from academics and professionals willing to contribute as reviewers
Reviewer Panel (to be updated) :
Mrs. Kumudumali Piyasena (PhD Reading),
University of Sri Jayewardhenepura,
Sri Lanka
Mrs. Dilini Aruppala (PhD Reading),
University of Kelaniya,
Sri Lanka
Mrs. Shashikala Amarasooriya,
Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
Mrs. Warsha Ranasinghe,
Buddhist and Pali University of SriLanka
Mr. Hashan Viranga,
Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
Advisory Panel (Community and Practice Experts)
The Advisory Panel of the Journal of Marginalized Communities and Social Justice (JMCSJ) consists of professionals and practitioners with extensive experience working directly with marginalized and vulnerable communities. Panel members provide contextual, ethical, and practice-oriented insights that enrich the journal’s relevance and social impact.
The Advisory Panel supports the journal by advising on emerging community issues, ethical considerations, policy relevance, and practice-based perspectives. While Advisory Panel members do not participate in the formal peer-review or editorial decision-making processes, their expertise strengthens the journal’s engagement with real-world challenges faced by marginalized populations.
Advisory Panel Members (to be updated):
Mr. Lalith Jayalal Fernando,
Institute of Bankers Sri Lanka,
Sri Lanka
Dr. Lars Hendrick,
Psychologist,
Netherlands
Dr. Anusha Hemakumara,
HK Homoeopathy Health Care Centre,
Sri Lanka
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