About the Journal

The Haiti Nexus Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences is a peer-reviewed, open-access scientific journal dedicated to advancing research and critical reflection in the humanities and social sciences. The journal fosters intellectual collaboration between Haitian and international scholars and supports work addressing the social, cultural, historical, political, and human questions affecting Haiti, the Caribbean, Africa, the diaspora, and other regions of the world.

The journal welcomes contributions from researchers, educators, intellectuals, policymakers, students, and practitioners working in the humanities and social sciences.

2. Journal Scope

The journal accepts submissions in the following areas, including but not limited to:

• History and historiography
• Sociology
• Anthropology and ethnology
• Political science and international relations
• Development studies
• Philosophy and ethics
• Literary studies and literary criticism
• Linguistics and Creole studies
• Cultural and heritage studies
• Religion and theological studies
• Psychology and behavioral sciences
• Education and pedagogy
• Human geography
• Gender and feminist studies
• Migration and diaspora studies
• Law, justice, and human rights
• Communication and media studies
• Caribbean and Haitian studies
• Arts, music, and visual studies
• Social work and social policy
• Political economy and society
• Memory, trauma, and postcolonial studies
• Demography and population studies
• Environmental and human studies

Interdisciplinary, applied, and community-based research is strongly encouraged.

3. Accepted Manuscript Types

The journal accepts the following manuscript categories:

Original Research Articles

Original empirical, theoretical, or analytical studies.

Review Articles and Critical Essays

Literature reviews, historiographical syntheses, and analytical essays.

Research Notes

Brief reports presenting preliminary findings, new sources, or field observations.

Case Studies

In-depth analyses of events, communities, texts, or social phenomena.

Perspectives and Commentaries

Scholarly discussions on emerging issues, debates, or intellectual trends.

Book Reviews

Critical evaluations of recent publications relevant to the journal's fields.

Documented Interviews and Testimonies

Scholarly interviews or first-hand documents accompanied by critical analysis.

Letters to the Editor

Brief discussions relating to previously published articles or scholarly topics.

4. Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

Language

Manuscripts may be submitted in English, French, or Haitian Creole. Authors are responsible for ensuring that the manuscript is grammatically correct and professionally edited.

Formatting Requirements

Authors should prepare their manuscripts using:

• Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
• Double line spacing
• Margins of 2.54 cm (1 inch)
• Continuous page numbering
• Line numbering recommended

Manuscript Structure

Title Page

The title page must include:

• Full manuscript title
• Running title (50 characters maximum)
• Full names of all authors
• Institutional affiliations
• ORCID identifiers (where applicable)
• Corresponding author contact information
• Email address
• Telephone number

Abstract

Abstracts must not exceed 300 words and should summarize:

• The problem or research question
• The theoretical framework or approach
• The sources, data, or methods
• The main arguments or findings
• The conclusions and significance

Provide 3 to 6 keywords following the abstract.

Main Text

The structure of the manuscript may vary by discipline and methodological approach. A typical structure includes:

• Introduction (problem, context, and objectives)
• Theoretical Framework and Literature Review
• Methodology or Approach (where applicable)
• Development, Analysis, or Argumentation
• Discussion
• Conclusion
• Acknowledgments (optional)
• Funding Statement
• Conflict of Interest Statement
• References

Narrative, interpretive, and qualitative approaches are fully recognized.

Word Limits

5. References and Citation Style

The journal recommends the APA citation style (7th edition) or Chicago (author-date or notes-bibliography). Authors must ensure consistency throughout the manuscript.

Examples:

Journal Article

Author AA, Author BB. Article title. Journal name. Year; Volume(Issue): Pages.

Book

Author AA. Book title. Edition. Publisher; Year.

DOIs must be included whenever available. Archival and primary sources must be cited in accordance with the chosen style.

6. Tables, Figures, and Supplementary Material

Tables

• Tables must be editable and not submitted as images.
• Each table must have a descriptive title.
• Tables must be cited in the text.

Figures

• Figures, maps, and images must be high resolution (minimum 300 dpi).
• Accepted formats: PNG, TIFF, JPEG, EPS.
• Figure captions must be submitted separately.
• Authors must obtain permissions for any copyrighted images.

Supplementary Material

Supplementary material may include interview transcripts, questionnaires, archival documents, datasets, maps, recordings, or additional appendices.

7. Ethical Considerations

Research Integrity

Authors must ensure the integrity, transparency, and intellectual honesty of their work, including the faithful representation of sources and data.

Human Subjects and Qualitative Research

Research involving human participants (interviews, ethnography, surveys) must comply with institutional and international ethical standards, obtain informed consent, and protect participant anonymity where required.

Communities and Vulnerable Populations

Research involving communities or vulnerable populations must respect the dignity, well-being, and rights of those concerned, and avoid any harm or exploitation.

Sources, Cultural Rights, and Intellectual Property

Authors must respect cultural and intellectual property rights, cite their sources faithfully, and obtain the necessary permissions for the use of sensitive or protected material.

8. Authorship Criteria

All listed authors must have substantially contributed to:

• The conception of the study or argument
• The collection, analysis, or interpretation of sources and data
• The drafting or revision of the manuscript
• The approval of the final manuscript

The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all co-authors approve the submission.

9. Conflicts of Interest and Funding Disclosure

Authors must disclose:

• Financial conflicts of interest
• Institutional or political relationships
• Funding sources and grant numbers

In the absence of conflicts, authors must declare:

"No conflicts of interest declared."

10. Prior Publication and Preprints

Submitted manuscripts must represent original work not under review elsewhere.

The journal supports the responsible dissemination of research through recognized preprint platforms (such as SSRN or institutional repositories). Authors must disclose any prior publication or dissemination.

Upon acceptance, authors must update their preprints with the citation and DOI of the final published version of the article.

11. Peer Review Process

All submissions undergo an initial editorial assessment, followed by double-blind peer review conducted by at least two independent reviewers.

Editorial decisions include:

• Acceptance
• Minor Revision
• Major Revision
• Rejection

Final decisions are based on intellectual quality, originality, relevance, methodological or argumentative rigor, and ethical compliance.

12. Open Access Policy

The Haiti Nexus Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences publishes all its articles under an open-access model to maximize scientific visibility and accessibility.

Readers may freely access, download, and share articles in accordance with the journal's licensing policies.

13. Article Processing Charges (APC)

To support publication and editorial operations, the journal applies the following processing charges upon manuscript acceptance:

• Members: USD 100
• Non-members: USD 250

No submission fee is charged before peer review.

APCs are non-refundable once production has begun.

14. Copyright and License

Authors retain copyright of their work while granting the journal the right to publish and distribute the article.

The journal may publish articles under a Creative Commons license.

Authors are responsible for obtaining the necessary permissions for any copyrighted material.

15. Submission Process

Authors must submit their manuscripts electronically through the journal's online system or via the official editorial email address.

Submission files must include:

• The manuscript file (anonymized for double-blind review)
• The title page (separate file)
• Figures and tables
• A cover letter
• Ethics approval documents (where applicable)
• A conflict of interest statement

Cover Letter Requirements

The cover letter must:

• Explain the significance of the work
• Confirm originality
• Confirm the approval of all authors
• Disclose any prior dissemination or preprint

16. Editorial Policies

The journal reserves the right to:

• Reject manuscripts outside the journal's scope
• Request revisions
• Correct formatting or typographical errors
• Retract articles involving breaches of scientific integrity

Breaches of scientific integrity include:

• Plagiarism
• Fabrication or falsification of data or sources
• Duplicate publication
• Improper authorship practices

17. Contact Information

For submission assistance or editorial inquiries:

Email: info@haitinexus.org