Special Issue on Applied Sociology and Development

Applied Sociology and Development examines how sociological theories, methods, and empirical insights can be applied to address real-world challenges in social and economic development. It explores issues such as poverty alleviation, community empowerment, social inequality, governance, education, health, and sustainable development, emphasizing the interaction between social structures and development processes. This field integrates interdisciplinary perspectives to design, implement, and evaluate policies and programs that promote inclusive growth and social well-being. By bridging theory and practice, it contributes to evidence-based decision-making and fosters socially responsive development strategies across diverse cultural and institutional contexts.

In this special issue, we intend to invite front-line researchers and authors to submit original research and review articles on exploring Applied Sociology and Development. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:

• Community development
• Rural sociology
• Urban sociology
• Social inequality studies
• Poverty and livelihood studies
• Gender and development
• Education and development
• Health and medical sociology
• Migration and development
• Environmental sociology
• Governance and public policy
• Social impact assessment
• Non-governmental organization studies
• Sustainable development studies
• Cultural sociology in development
• Social capital and networks

Authors should read over the journal’s For Authors carefully before submission. Prospective authors should submit an electronic copy of their complete manuscript through the journal’s Paper Submission System.

Please kindly specify the “Special Issue” under your manuscript title. The research field “Special Issue - Applied Sociology and Development” should be selected during your submission.

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