Role of Reviewers

Reviewers play a vital role in maintaining the scholarly quality, integrity, and interdisciplinary character of the Journal of Climate Justice. Their evaluations support fair editorial decisions and contribute to the advancement of rigorous academic research.

Reviewer Responsibilities

Reviewers are expected to:

• Provide objective, constructive, and timely evaluations
• Assess the scholarly quality and relevance of submissions
• Offer specific feedback to strengthen the manuscript
• Respect confidentiality of the review process
• Declare any conflicts of interest

Evaluation Criteria

Reviewers are asked to assess manuscripts based on:

• Original contribution to knowledge
• Relevance to the journal’s interdisciplinary scope
• Clarity of argument and structure
• Methodological soundness
• Appropriate use of sources and references

Confidentiality

Manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential documents. Reviewers must not:

• Share manuscripts with others
• Use unpublished material for personal research
• Discuss submissions outside the review process

Conflict of Interest

Reviewers should decline to review manuscripts if:

• There is a personal or professional relationship with the author
• There is institutional conflict
• They feel unable to provide an impartial evaluation

Timeliness

Reviewers are requested to complete evaluations within the indicated review period. If additional time is required, the editorial office should be informed promptly.

Professional Conduct

All feedback must remain professional and respectful. Criticism should focus on academic content rather than personal commentary.