Dear Members,
We are excited to share a new Call for Abstracts for a special issue of the Journal of Global Ageing (JoGA), titled: Creativity, Connection & Change. A supportive and inclusive publishing opportunity for early career researchers in ageing
This special issue is a collaboration between JoGA and the British Society of Gerontology – Emerging Researchers in Ageing (BSG-ERA). What makes it different is that it’s not just a publication opportunity — it’s a fully supported, community-based publishing model created especially for early career researchers (ECRs).
We especially encourage submissions from first-time authors and researchers from underrepresented regions, disciplines, and backgrounds. Our goal is to make the publishing process more inclusive, accessible, and collaborative.
Key Dates
- Expression of Interest (EOI) deadline: 31 August 2025
- Support programme: October 2025 – May 2026
- Full article submission: 31 May 2026
- Special Issue Publication target: Late 2026
Selected authors will take part in a structured online support programme, including writing groups, editor-led workshops, mentoring, and peer support — designed to guide you from idea to publication.
Editor and Supporting Team:
- Dr Mengxing Joshi, University of St Andrews
- Dr Junjie Huang, University of Stirling
- Prof Martin Hyde, University of Leicester
Submit your Expression of Interest: https://forms.office.com/e/4dDukPtB02
Full details are available in the attached flyer or at: https://bristoluniversitypressdigital.com/view/journals/joga/joga-overview.xml?tab_body=call-for-papers
If you have questions or would like to discuss your idea, feel free to contact Dr Mengxing Joshi (Publication Coordinator at BSG-ERA and ECR Representative of JoGA) at mm525@st-andrews.ac.uk.
