Guidelines

The Journal of Contemporary Human Insights (JCHI) provides detailed guidance for authors preparing manuscripts for submission. These guidelines ensure that all submissions comply with the academic, ethical, and formatting standards required by the journal while supporting a transparent and efficient peer-review process. Authors are encouraged to carefully follow these instructions to facilitate smooth evaluation and publication of their work.

1. Manuscript Preparation

  • The manuscript must represent original and unpublished work that is not under consideration elsewhere.
  • The manuscript should be written in clear scholarly English.
  • All listed authors must approve the final manuscript prior to submission.
  • The manuscript should be carefully proofread for grammar, clarity, and formatting consistency.
  • All references, citations, and sources must be properly acknowledged.
  • Any potential conflict of interest must be disclosed at the time of submission.

2. Manuscript Format

  • Submit the manuscript in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).
  • Use appropriate headings and sub-headings to organize the manuscript.
  • The paper should normally include the following sections:
    • Title
    • Abstract
    • Keywords
    • Introduction
    • Findings / Results
    • Conclusion
    • References
  • Font: Times New Roman
  • Font Size: 12-point
  • Line Spacing: 1.5

3. Abstract and Keywords

  • The manuscript must include an abstract of 150–250 words summarizing the research objectives, methodology, key findings, and significance.
  • Provide 4–6 keywords that represent the primary topics of the study and support indexing and discoverability.

4. Referencing Style

Authors may use one of the following recognized citation styles:

  • APA Style
  • MLA Style
  • Chicago Style

However, the selected referencing style must be applied consistently and uniformly throughout the manuscript.

5. Figures and Tables

  • Tables and figures must be numbered consecutively.
  • Each table or figure should include a clear title or caption.
  • Figures must be of sufficient quality and resolution for publication.
  • All tables and figures must be properly cited within the manuscript text.

6. Copyright and Open Access

JCHI follows a open access publication model, ensuring that all published articles are freely available to readers worldwide without subscription barriers.

Authors retain copyright of their work while granting the journal permission to publish and distribute the article as part of the scholarly record. Articles are typically distributed under an appropriate Creative Commons license, enabling reading, sharing, and citation with proper attribution.

7. Ethical Standards

  • Authors must conduct and present research according to accepted ethical research standards.
  • Any conflicts of interest must be disclosed.
  • Practices such as data fabrication, duplication, or plagiarism are strictly prohibited.
  • Unethical research practices may result in immediate rejection of the manuscript.

Read more- Publication Ethics

8. Peer Review Process

All submissions undergo a rigorous editorial and double-blind peer review process to ensure scholarly quality and relevance.

  • Manuscripts are first evaluated through editorial screening.
  • Eligible manuscripts proceed to peer review by subject experts.
  • Submissions may undergo a second review to ensure academic rigor and originality.
  • Authors may be required to revise their manuscripts based on reviewer comments.

9. Author Responsibilities

  • Ensure the originality and authenticity of the submitted research.
  • Provide accurate data and appropriate citations.
  • Disclose any conflicts of interest.
  • Respond to reviewer and editorial comments where revisions are required.
  • Maintain integrity and ethical conduct in scholarly publication.

 

Additional Formatting Guidelines

For complete formatting instructions and templates, authors should consult the official publisher guidelines: Official Mikky Publication Manuscript Guidelines

Contact Information

For inquiries related to manuscript submission or editorial policies, please contact the editorial office.

Email: editor@jchijournal.com