The Journal of Social Service and Welfare is dedicated to publishing high-quality, original research and scholarly articles that advance the understanding of social service and welfare systems, policies, and practices. The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:
- Social welfare policies and programs, including poverty reduction, income support, and social protection
- Social service delivery systems, including case management, counseling, and community-based services
- Child and family welfare, including child protection, foster care, and adoption
- Aging and older adult services, including long-term care, supportive housing, and end-of-life care
- Disability services, including support for individuals with physical, intellectual, and mental health disabilities
- Health and human services, including mental health and substance abuse services, and services for vulnerable populations
- International and comparative social welfare, including cross-national comparisons of policies and programs, and the study of international development and humanitarian aid
- Social work education, research, and practice, including issues related to social work education, research, and professional practice.
The journal welcomes submissions from researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students from a range of disciplines including social work, sociology, psychology, public policy, and political science. The journal is committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity in its authorship and readership.