Journal of Social Work (JSW)

The Journal of Social Work (JSW) is a quarterly peer‑reviewed international journal published by SAGE Publications that advances scholarship in the field of social work. Since its inception in 2001, JSW has established itself as a premier venue for rigorous research and critical debate on substantive issues facing social workers and social policy thinkers worldwide. The journal publishes a diverse mix of empirical studies, conceptual papers, and thematic commentaries that address the evolving nature of social work as a profession and academic discipline. With a broad scope, JSW embraces contributions on topics such as social justice, welfare policy, community welfare, family interventions, child and adolescent wellbeing, health disparities, and critical reflective practice. It encourages research that bridges the gap between theory and practice and engages with policy debates affecting marginalized and vulnerable populations. Importantly, JSW welcomes diverse methodological approaches — including qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods, and participatory research — and values innovative contributions that challenge assumptions and propose new directions for social work scholarship. As a global journal, it reflects perspectives from different cultural, legal, and institutional contexts, contributing to a richer understanding of social work practice and its impact across settings. JSW is widely indexed and recognised in key academic databases, making it a vital resource for academics, practitioners, policymakers, and students seeking evidence‑informed insights to advance the field.

Journal of Social Work (JSW) is :-

• International, Peer-Reviewed, Open Access, Refereed, General Social Sciences, Social Sciences (miscellaneous), Sociology and Political Science, policy analysis, welfare studies, practice evaluation, professional identity, international social work issues , Online or Print , Quarterly Journal

• UGC Approved, ISSN Approved: P-ISSN P-ISSN: 1468-0173, E-ISSN: 1741-296X, Established: 2001, Impact Factor: 1.5
• Does Not Provide Crossref DOI

• Not indexed in Scopus, WoS, DOAJ, PubMed, UGC CARE