1. General Submission Policy

• Originality: All submitted manuscripts must be original and not previously published or under consideration elsewhere.
• Conference Proceedings: Manuscripts based on papers presented at conferences may be accepted, provided the name, date, and location of the event are clearly stated during submission.
• A double-blind peer review process is implemented.
• In order to publish a new research article in KADEM Journal of Women’s Studies, an author must wait at least four (4) issues after their previous publication in the journal. Submissions made before this period will not be considered for review. This policy is implemented to promote author diversity and encourage broader academic participation.

All submissions must align with the journal’s aims, scope, ethical principles, and editorial policies. Authors are strongly advised to consult the “About” and “Ethical Principles and Publication Policy” sections before submitting.

2. Ethical Principles and Guidelines

Authors must prepare their manuscripts in accordance with internationally recognized reporting guidelines listed below:

Authors are also encouraged to consult the EASE Guidelines for Authors and Translators, especially regarding the responsible use of gender-related terminology.

3. Publications Types

Research Article

Original studies based on empirical data and scientific methodology. Articles are evaluated based on their novelty and contribution to the field. The manuscript should typically include the following sections: Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, and Recommendations.

Review Article

Comprehensive syntheses of the literature prepared by authors with proven expertise and a strong publication record. Reviews should not only summarize existing knowledge but also identify trends, gaps, and future research directions. While subheadings may vary, each review must include an Introduction and a Conclusion.

Book Review

Critical evaluations of scholarly or theoretical works relevant to the field. The review should objectively assess the content, methodology, and contribution of the book, focusing on academic merit rather than personal opinion. Full bibliographic information must be provided in APA 7 format. Structuring the review with Introduction and Conclusion sections is recommended. You may access the list of suggested books by the Scientific Boards below: 

Suggested Books

Letter to the Editor

A Letter to the Editor provides a brief, focused contribution that engages either with a previously published article or with a topic of clear interest to the journal’s audience. The letter should be written in an unstructured format and may not include any tables, figures, images, or other media. When responding to a specific publication, the referenced manuscript must be clearly and accurately cited within the text.

Report

Critical analyses of reports published by research institutions, NGOs, or public bodies, such as field reports, monitoring studies, or policy papers. These articles should examine the scope, methodology, and implications of the report. Beyond summarizing content, authors must discuss the document’s academic or policy relevance. The report’s citation details must be included. Suggested structure: Introduction, Analysis, and Evaluation.

In-depth interviews with experts in relevant fields, offering insights on specific scholarly topics. These pieces should be structured around a central theme and clearly present the expertise and contribution of the interviewee(s). The text must be more than a Q&A format, with analytical organization and clear presentation. Interviewee credentials and institutional affiliations must be noted. Written consent from the interviewee is required.

Translation

The KADEM Journal of Women’s Studies accepts translated scholarly articles that make significant contributions to the field, provided that written permission is obtained from the original author(s) or publisher. Translated manuscripts must fully comply with the journal’s submission and formatting guidelines, including the APA 7 citation style. The title should include the label “[Translation],” and the first page must clearly state, in both Turkish and English, the full citation of the original article along with a note such as: “This article is a translation of [original article title]...” The translator should be listed as the author on the title page, while the original author(s) must be acknowledged in a footnote or in the acknowledgments section. Translated submissions undergo editorial review and, if necessary, expert evaluation, focusing on the accuracy of the translation, academic clarity, and thematic relevance, rather than the scientific merit of the original work. All submissions must include the translated text, proof of publication permission, the title page, and the required forms.

Table 1. Limits for Each Publication Type

4. Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

Title Page

The title page must be submitted as a separate file and include:

• Full title and a short title (maximum 50 characters)
• Full names of all authors, academic titles, affiliations, and ORCID IDs
• Corresponding author’s contact information (address, e-mail, mobile phone)
• Details of funding/support and contributor acknowledgments
• If applicable, indicate editorial board membership
• If the article is derived from a thesis or has been presented at a conference, this must be stated on the title page

Abstract and Keywords

• Abstracts (in both Turkish and English) should be between 100-200 words.
• No subheadings should be used in abstracts.
• 3 to 6 keywords should be listed after each abstract.

5. Main Manuscript File

Table 2. Technical Formatting Requirements

6. Tables, Figures, and Appendices

Tables

• Must be numbered sequentially as referred to in the text (Table 1, Table 2…)
• Each table should have a descriptive title and any abbreviations used must be explained in footnotes.
• Tables should be created using the “Insert Table” function in word processing software and submitted in .doc/.docx format.

Figures

• Figures must have a resolution of 300 DPI and be embedded in the Word file.
• Figure captions must be listed at the end of the figure or in a separate section.

Appendices

• Supplementary materials (datasets, additional tables/figures) should appear under an “Appendices” heading after the references.
• Page numbers should not be assigned to appendices.

7. Abbreviations and Product Identification

• All abbreviations must be spelled out upon first mention in both the abstract and main text
• Product names should include manufacturer, city, and country in parentheses
• Example: Discovery St PET/CT scanner (General Electric, Milwaukee, WI, USA)

8. References and APA 7 Style

• Reference formatting must follow APA 7th Edition (2020)
• List up to 20 authors; for sources with more than 20, use an ellipsis after the 19th author followed by the final author’s name
• Example in-text citation: (Yılmaz & Arslan, 2020, p. 45)

KADEM Sample Bibliography

9. Editorial Production and Publication Process

Language and Style Editing

• Following acceptance, Turkish and English editors will perform language editing.
• This includes correcting grammar, clarity, and consistency issues.

Publication Process

• Once accepted, authors will receive a PDF proof and may request minor corrections.
• Major changes are only allowed with editorial approval.

10. Submission Process and Required Documents

Submissions must be made exclusively through DergiPark

Submissions by third parties or via email will not be considered

Required at Initial Submission:

• Main Manuscript File: Must be anonymized (no author names or affiliations); file name must not include identifying information
• Copyright and Authorship Contribution Form
• Author Information Form: Author Information Forms may differ depending on the publication type. Please visit the Submission Files page to access the suitable form.
• Ethics Committee Approval Document (for necessary articles): Please visit Ethical Principles and Publication Policy page to see which article types require ethics committee approval
• Cover Letter (non-compulsory)