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Call For Papers IJCHS Vol.1 No. 1

02-08-2026
Call for Papers: Vol. 1 No. 1 (December 2026)

The International Journal of Community Health Sciences (IJCHS) invites original research articles and systematic reviews for its inaugural issue. All accepted manuscripts will be published 100% free of charge (Full APC Waiver) under an Open Access license.

• Submission Deadline: October 15, 2026
• Notification Date: November 10, 2026
• Publication Date: December 20, 2026

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About the Journal

The International Journal of Community Health Sciences (IJCHS) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research that advances knowledge and practice in community and public health sciences. Published biannually in June and December, the journal serves as a collaborative platform for researchers, academics, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and practitioners to disseminate innovative findings that contribute to improving population health, reducing health disparities, and strengthening health systems worldwide.

IJCHS welcomes original research articles, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, scoping reviews, policy analyses, short communications, editorials, and letters to the editor addressing current issues and evidence-based practices in community health. The journal highly encourages interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research integrating epidemiology, environmental health, health promotion, health education, health policy, digital health, biostatistics, health economics, and other related medical disciplines.

The journal aims to bridge the gap between scientific research and practical implementation by promoting evidence-based interventions, sustainable public health programs, and policies that improve the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Particular emphasis is placed on research that supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Universal Health Coverage (UHC), and equitable access to quality healthcare services.

Focus and Scope

The scope of the journal encompasses a wide range of topics within community and public health sciences, including but not limited to:

• Community Health
• Public Health
• Epidemiology
• Biostatistics
• Maternal and Child Health
• Nutrition
• Health Promotion
• Health Education
• Global Health
• Environmental Health
• Occupational Health
• Health Systems
• Health Policy
• Digital Health
• Health Informatics
• Health Equity
• Social Determinants of Health
• Non-Communicable Diseases
• Infectious Diseases
• Disaster and Emergency Health

Peer Review Process & Publication Ethics

All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process conducted by international experts in the relevant fields to ensure scientific quality, originality, methodological rigor, and ethical integrity. IJCHS is deeply committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and strictly follows internationally recognized guidelines for responsible scholarly publishing.

By fostering international collaboration and the exchange of scientific knowledge, IJCHS aspires to become a leading global journal in community health sciences, supporting evidence-informed decision-making for healthier communities worldwide.