Aim & Scope
The Journal of Climate and Community Development (JOCCD) is an open-access, double-blind peer-reviewed international journal that includes empirical research, theoretical articles, case studies, systematic literature reviews, and meta-analyses. The journal is approved by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan and ranked in Y-Category for 2024-2025.
Aim & Scope
The bi-annual journal features research articles from around the world focusing on topics related to climate change and community resilience, climate impacts and food security, climate adaptation and sustainable development, technology and innovation in climate and community development, etc. By focusing on the mission of the Publisher, the Institute for Educating Environmental Resilience and Governance, the core aim of the journal is to provide a foundation for a sustainable environment, and adaptable technologies in climate change, and spread awareness regarding climate and community development. It aims to inform educators, governments, policymakers, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to play their roles efficiently and effectively.
The primary focus of the journal is on climate change and resilience and community development, including but not limited to:
- Impacts of Climate Change on Communities
- Socio-Economic and Political Factors
- Community-Based Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies
- Intersection with Development Challenges
- Social Inequalities
- Indigenous Knowledge and Traditional Practices
- Ethics of Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
The journal is multi-disciplinary. We welcome submissions from diverse disciplinary backgrounds, including environmental sciences, sociology, gender studies, and cultural studies.
Note: The journal does not charge submission fees; however, it charges minimal processing and publication fees from the authors. See details here
Prof. Dr. Iram Khalid
Chief Editor
