The Journal of Contemporary Urban Affairs is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal published biannually (June and December) by Alanya University. Responding to rapid urbanisation and widening socio-economic inequalities worldwide, the journal provides a platform for scholarly dialogue that transcends national and disciplinary boundaries. It prioritises innovative, interdisciplinary research that balances social and economic development with resilience in the built environment, critically examining how these forces shape today’s urban landscapes.
The journal actively encourages internationally authored submissions and an equally international readership, welcoming robust empirical, theoretical, or mixed-method studies that explore urban transformations across diverse cultural, geographical, and socio-economic contexts. By fostering cross-regional academic exchange and comparative research, it aims to advance original scholarship, propose strategies to bridge global divides, and inform policy and practice. Ultimately, The Journal of Contemporary Urban Affairs strives to cultivate more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable cities worldwide.
The Journal of Contemporary Urban Affairs is dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary scholarship on the socio-economic factors shaping modern urban environments world-wide. We welcome contributions that explore, but are not limited to, the following core themes:
Investigating socio-economic impacts related to citizenship, including inequality, urban poverty, affordable housing, segregation, civic participation, social equity, welfare, health, accessibility, justice, and rights. We particularly seek research highlighting economic vulnerabilities within urban communities and proposing actionable solutions to reduce inequality and enhance resilience.
2. Territorial Dynamics
Examining the socio-economic implications of territorial changes, such as housing dynamics, urban migration, resource distribution, economic displacement, land speculation, economic clusters, heritage preservation, and development constraints. We encourage studies addressing economic disparities caused by shifting territorial patterns and offering strategies to strengthen local economies and mitigate inequities.
3. Urban Transformations
Exploring the socio-economic consequences of urban change, encompassing development, planning, policy-making, transformation, resilience, regeneration, governance, investments, sustainable development, adaptive reuse, globalization impacts, smart cities, opportunities, and innovation. We welcome inquiries that focus on economic resilience in evolving urban landscapes, presenting policies and frameworks that bolster economic stability and reduce socio-economic inequalities.
The Journal of Contemporary Urban Affairs adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics to ensure the integrity, originality, and scholarly value of all published work.
We do not accept:
- Simultaneous submissions
- Previously published material
- Redundant or duplicate publications
To safeguard academic integrity and relevance, manuscripts must:
- Be original and unpublished
- Demonstrate clear authorial contribution
- Employ rigorous and appropriate methods
- Align with the journal’s scope and readership
In addition, all authors are expected to:
- Make a substantial contribution to the research
- Approve the submitted version of the manuscript
- Accept full accountability for every aspect of the work
- Disclose all potential conflicts of interest
- Acknowledge every source of funding and support
- Confirm that all required ethical approvals and participant consents have been obtained and reported
-Provide an accurate CRediT author-contribution statement detailing individual roles
-Make underlying data, code, and supplementary materials openly available (or justify any restrictions)
-Secure written permission for any copyrighted or third-party material reproduced in the manuscript
-Commit to post-publication responsibility, promptly informing the editors of any errors and cooperating with corrections or retractions when necessary.
JCUA is written for a global audience of:
Academic researchers and graduate students in urban studies, architecture, planning, and cognate fields;
Urban practitioners, policymakers, and non-governmental organisations seeking evidence-based guidance;
Professionals in allied disciplines (engineering, public health, economics, cultural heritage) engaged with urban questions.
By embracing an international scope and positioning itself within established academic disciplines, the Journal of Contemporary Urban Affairs seeks to enhance global scholarly discourse on critical urban affairs. We encourage submissions employing quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods, as well as interdisciplinary and comparative studies that shed light on best practices and challenges across different regions worldwide. Through this comprehensive approach, the journal aspires to be a leading outlet for forward-thinking research that informs policy, guides practice on the socio-economic consequences of contemporary urbanization, and ultimately contributes to more equitable and sustainable urban environments. We invite contributions from the full range of disciplines within the social sciences and arts and humanities, including advanced empirical and theoretical work that addresses both positive and normative perspectives. Priority is given to research articles written for a multidisciplinary audience, demonstrating innovation, high quality, and significant impact. The journal also seeks articles that bridge theory and practice, offering insights relevant to policymakers, practitioners, and academics in urban planning, architecture, and related fields world-wide.
Our journal is committed to publishing original scholarly material that contributes to the advancement of knowledge in its respective fields. We ensure that the research we publish meets the academic standards appropriate for a graduate, post-doctoral, and professional research audience. Submissions must present novel findings or insights, adhere to rigorous methodological standards, and be relevant to the interests of a global academic community.
for more information about publication policy please see Publication Policies , » Guidelines for Reviewers
Important Note: Submissions that fall outside the thematic or disciplinary focus of the Journal of Contemporary Urban Affairs will be subject to desk rejection without external peer review.
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