About the Journal
Focus and Scope
Thematic focus:
Thematically, the journal concentrates on the process of coming to terms with socio-economic and socio-cultural shifts arising from globalisation. Taking its cue from the S.U.P.I. network, the e-journal’s research field consists of inter- and intra-disciplinary approaches addressing the effects and consequences of social transformation processes. Precarity, which is currently affecting the European social landscape so dramatically, is another major thematic priority.
The journal was conceived as a forum for discussion of critical, integrative analyses of social transformations drawn from different fields, such as the humanities, social sciences and economics. One fundamental aim of the journal is to develop action-oriented approaches exploring avenues for enquiry into social transformations and their practical consequences.
The journal is hosted by the CeDiS-Freie Universität Berlin (Center for Digital Systems – E-Learning, E-Research, Multimedia).
The relevance of the journal lies in its goal of providing a forum where different theoretical approaches can be brought together in an integrative environment. It emphasises the latest empirical research and enables solution-orientated discussions between individuals active in different fields (researchers, social workers, politicians etc.).
The journal is therefore a place in which actors from various fields can develop pragmatic strategies for social action.
Peer Review Process
Papers submitted to the journal are examined by two reviewers for originality and scientific quality in the context of related research. Reviews generally are completed in 30-50 days with publication in the next available issue.
Open Access Policy
This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.
Publisher
Freie Universität Berlin, Fachbereich Politik- und Sozialwissenschaften, Institut für Soziologie
Dr. David Kergel (Editor in Chief)
Hochschule Niederrhein, Germany
Europäische Medien- und Business Akademie Hamburg/Berlin/Düsseldorf
Editorial Board
Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, U.S.A.
All Russian Center of Living Standards, Moscow, Russia
Prof. Dr. Isaac Catt
Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, U.S.A.
University of Debrecen, Hungary
Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey
Eurispes, Rome, Italy
Universität St. Gallen, Switzerland
Editorial Team
Editorial Head
Dr. David Kergel (Editor in Chief)
Hochschule Niederrhein, Germany
Europäische Medien- und Business Akademie Hamburg/Berlin/Düsseldorf, Germany
Editor
Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences, Germany
Silvana Lamek
Photo reporter/ graphic designer, Berlin
Sponsors
European Research Group
S.U.P.I. - SOCIAL UNCERTAINTY, PRECARITY, INSECURITY
What is the SUPI-Project?
SUPI–Project is a European Research Group established by European and international scholars and experts.
Objectives:
To analyse and evaluate in depth and with a systemic methodology the complex topics of social precarity, uncertainty and inequality;
To provide proposals to social policies in order to reinforce social cohesion this way covering all the questions related to social exclusion/inclusion in a positive and efficient way.
The Group:
SUPI–Project Group was formally founded in Berlin on 1st February 2007 during the International Conference “Processes of Social Reorientation within the Social Structure” in cooperation with Bundesministerium für Arbeit und Soziales – Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (see the attached “Collaboration Agreement”).
The Group is widely open to the cooperation of qualified European and International experts.
Coordinator of the SUPI-Project: PD Rolf-Dieter HEPP, Freie Universität Berlin
Head Office: PD Rolf-Dieter HEPP, Institut für Soziologie, Politik und Sozialwissenschaften, Freie Universität Berlin, Garystrasse 55, 14195 Berlin, Germany, Tel. 0049/ 30 3949565; Fax 0049/ 30 3913941 or 30 3914458; E-Mail: rolf.hepp@fu-berlin.de
Journal History
Thematically, the journal concentrates on the process of coming to terms with socio-economic and socio-cultural shifts arising from globalisation. Taking its cue from the S.U.P.I. network, the e-journal’s research field consists of inter- and intra-disciplinary approaches addressing the effects and consequences of social transformation processes. Precarity, which is currently affecting the European social landscape so dramatically, is another major thematic priority.
The journal was conceived as a forum for discussion of critical, integrative analyses of social transformations drawn from different fields, such as the humanities, social sciences and economics. One fundamental aim of the journal is to develop action-oriented approaches exploring avenues for enquiry into social transformations and their practical consequences. The journal is hosted by the CeDiS-Freie Universität (Center for Digital Systems – E-Learning, E-Research, Multimedia).
The relevance of the journal lies in its goal of providing a forum where different theoretical approaches can be brought together in an integrative environment. It emphasises the latest empirical research and enables solution-orientated discussions between individuals active in different fields (researchers, social workers, politicians etc.). The journal is therefore a place in which actors from various fields can develop pragmatic strategies for social action.
