Guidelines

The Journal of Contemporary Human Insights (JCHI) values the contribution of expert reviewers in maintaining the quality, integrity, and scholarly standards of the journal. Reviewers play a vital role in ensuring the credibility and academic excellence of published research.

1. Role of Reviewers

Reviewers are expected to provide objective, constructive, and timely evaluations of submitted manuscripts, helping editors make informed publication decisions and assisting authors in improving their work.

2. Confidentiality

  • All manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential documents

  • Manuscripts should not be shared, discussed, or used for personal advantage

  • Review content must not be disclosed to anyone outside the review process

3. Objectivity and Fairness

  • Reviews should be conducted impartially and professionally

  • Personal criticism of authors is inappropriate

  • Evaluations must be based solely on academic merit, originality, and relevance

4. Conflict of Interest

Reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest (financial, institutional, collaborative, or personal) and decline the review if impartiality cannot be ensured.

5. Evaluation Criteria

Reviewers are requested to assess manuscripts based on:

  • Originality and contribution to contemporary human studies

  • Relevance to the journal’s aims and scope

  • Methodological rigor and validity

  • Clarity of argument, structure, and presentation

  • Adequacy and accuracy of references

  • Ethical compliance and research integrity

6. Ethical Responsibilities

Reviewers should:

  • Identify potential plagiarism, duplication, or ethical misconduct

  • Highlight relevant published work that has not been cited

  • Report concerns confidentially to the editor

7. Timeliness

Reviewers are expected to submit their review within the agreed timeframe. If delays are anticipated, the editorial office should be informed promptly.

8. Review Recommendations

Reviewers may recommend one of the following:

  • Accept

  • Minor Revision

  • Major Revision

  • Reject

All recommendations should be supported by clear and constructive comments.

9. Acknowledgment

JCHI recognizes and appreciates the valuable contribution of reviewers in supporting scholarly communication and maintaining publication quality.