South Asia Journal for Minorities

In recognition of the International Day for Countering Hate Speech and to observe Religious Freedom, the South Asia Journal for Minorities (SAJM) invites original research papers, articles, critical reflections, and essays for its Third Issue.

Abstract Submission Deadline: 25 March 2026

Submission Guidelines:

Research Papers: 4,000–6,000 words
Keywords: 4 to 5 each paper/article
Formatting Guidelines:

Font: Times New Roman, Size 12
Line Spacing: 1.5
References Style: APA 6th Edition
Structural Components:

Abstract (250–300 words)
Keywords (up to 5)
Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
Research Results
Conclusions
References

Sub-themes:
✔ Hate speech laws and freedom of religion: Legal tensions and jurisprudence
✔ Digital platforms, algorithmic amplification, and online hate ecosystems
✔ Media framing, mis/disinformation, fake news, and religious polarization
✔ Historical narratives and the institutionalization of religious exclusion
✔ Gendered dimensions of religious hate and violence
✔ Counter-violent extremism / Preventive-violent extremism
✔ State responsibility, policy responses, and regulatory frameworks
✔ Comparative perspectives on hate speech governance

Submission Process:
Manuscript submissions must be in English and sent electronically to the given Website in the required format, accompanied by:

Author details including full name
Institutional affiliation
Contact information (specifically of corresponding author) and a brief description
Where to Submit:

Abstracts to:
furqan.managingeditor@saremjournal.com
rimsha.managingeditor@saremjournal.com
Submit Manuscripts via OJS portal: https://submit.saremjournal.com/index.php/SAJM/login
Important Dates:

Abstract Submission Deadline: April 12, 2026
Abstract Acceptance Notification: April 15, 2026
Manuscript Submission Deadline: May 15, 2026
Manuscript Acceptance Notification: May 25, 2026
Publication of Issue – 3 of the Journal: June 10, 2026