Submissions

Author Guidelines

1. Submission Policy
The Raparin Journal of Humanities (RJH) welcomes original, unpublished research papers in the fields of humanities and related disciplines. Manuscripts must not have been published previously or be under consideration by another journal. Submissions should be written in clear academic English and formatted according to the journal’s author guidelines. The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all co-authors have reviewed and approved the final manuscript before submission.
All manuscripts must be submitted online through the journal’s official submission portal. By submitting a manuscript, authors confirm that their work complies with RJH’s ethical standards and that all data, references, and permissions have been properly included.

2. Peer Review Process
All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review. After submission, manuscripts are checked by the editorial office for scope, format, and ethical compliance, including plagiarism screening. Qualified reviewers evaluate the manuscript’s originality, methodology, clarity, and contribution to the field.
Authors receive anonymous reviewer feedback along with a decision, which may include acceptance, revision, or rejection. If revisions are requested, authors must address reviewers’ comments and resubmit. Once the editor is satisfied, the manuscript is accepted and proceeds to production.
Confidentiality and ethical standards are maintained throughout the process. Appeals or concerns regarding the review process may be submitted to govar@uor.edu.krd.

3. Authors’ Rights
Authors publishing in the Raparin Journal of Humanities (RJH) retain copyright of their work while granting the journal the right of first publication. They may share their published articles in institutional repositories, personal websites, or academic networks, provided that proper citation and acknowledgment of RJH as the first publisher are included.
All published articles are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY), allowing others to copy, distribute, and adapt the work as long as the authors and the journal are properly credited. Authors always maintain attribution as the original creators of their work and retain moral rights, including the right to object to any distortion, mutilation, or modification that may harm their reputation.
Authors also have access to the final published version of their article for academic, teaching, or research purposes. Their work is protected against plagiarism, misrepresentation, and unethical reuse, with any allegations of misconduct handled according to RJH’s ethical guidelines.

4. Raparin Journal Ethics Statement
The Raparin Journal of Humanities (RJH) is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct in all aspects of scholarly publishing. The journal adheres to internationally recognized principles, including those of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
RJH expects all authors, reviewers, and editors to act responsibly and honestly throughout the publication process. Authors must ensure that their work is original, accurately presented, and free from plagiarism. Any research involving humans or animals must comply with ethical standards, including obtaining informed consent and approval from relevant ethics committees.
Reviewers are required to provide fair, objective, and confidential evaluations of manuscripts. Editors are responsible for ensuring impartial decisions, maintaining confidentiality, and handling conflicts of interest appropriately. The journal employs a double-blind peer review system to safeguard the integrity of the review process.
RJH strictly prohibits any form of academic misconduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication or falsification, duplicate submissions, and improper authorship attribution. Allegations of misconduct will be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate actions, such as retraction, correction, or notification of the author’s institution, will be taken when necessary. By adhering to these principles, RJH aims to maintain trust, uphold scholarly standards, and contribute responsibly to the advancement of knowledge in the humanities.

5. Originality and Plagiarism
All submitted manuscripts are rigorously checked using plagiarism detection software to ensure the integrity and authenticity of the research.
Authors must ensure that their work is original and properly cited. The overall similarity index of a manuscript must not exceed 20%, and no single source should exceed 5% similarity. Manuscripts that fail to meet these standards may be rejected or returned for revision.
RJH takes plagiarism seriously and follows internationally recognized guidelines to address any instances of academic misconduct.

6. Manuscript Format and Structure
Authors must prepare their manuscripts according to the following format to ensure consistency, clarity, and smooth processing during review and publication.

6.1 Title Page (First Page)
The first page of the manuscript must include the following elements in order:

• Title of the Paper
  The title should be concise, descriptive, and reflective of the study’s content. Avoid abbreviations where possible.

• Author Name(s)
  Full names of all authors must be listed without academic or professional titles (e.g., no Dr., Prof., PhD).

• Institutional Affiliation
  Each author’s affiliation must follow this exact format:
  Department of …, College of …, University of …, City, KRG, Country

• Email Address
  A valid and professional email address must be provided for each author. Institutional email addresses are strongly preferred.

Example Format (as it should appear on the first page)
Title of the Paper
Author Name 1
Department of …, College of …, University of …, City, KRG, Country
Email: authorname@university.edu

6.2 Font and Formatting

• Abstracts must be provided in three languages, English, Arabic, and Kurdish. 

• Manuscripts must use Times New Roman, 12-point font for all text, including the title, headings, abstract, and main content.

• Double-spaced lines with 2.5 cm margins on all sides.

• Consecutive page numbers must be included throughout.

The manuscript must include an abstract of 150–250 words summarizing:

• The purpose of the study

• Methodology

• Key findings

• Conclusion or implications

The abstract must be written in clear English and without citations.
Provide 4–6 keywords that accurately represent the main themes of the paper.
Keywords should be listed alphabetically and separated by commas.

6.3 Main Text Structure
The main body of the manuscript should follow a clear and logical structure appropriate to academic research. The standard structure includes:

Introduction
Briefly introduce the research topic, its significance, objectives, and the problem addressed. Provide sufficient background and justify the relevance of the study.

Methodology
Clearly explain the research design, methods, instruments, sample, data collection procedures, and analysis techniques. Ensure that the methodology is transparent and replicable.

Results
Present the findings in a clear and organized manner. Use tables, charts, or figures when necessary. Avoid interpretation in this section.

Discussion
Interpret and explain the significance of the results. Link findings to previous studies, provide insights, and address limitations where relevant.

Conclusion
Summarize the main findings, highlight contributions to the field, and suggest implications or recommendations for future research.

6.4 Tables and Figures

• Tables and figures must be clearly numbered (e.g., Table 1, Figure 1).

• Provide descriptive titles and indicate the source if applicable.

• Insert tables and figures close to their first mention in the text.

• Ensure images or graphs are in high resolution (JPEG, PNG, or TIFF).

7. Citing and References
Self-citations must not exceed 10% of the total reference list.
All citations and references must follow the Harvard Referencing System, and should not be placed in footnotes.
The reference list must follow the same font style and size used in the abstract for consistency.
References should be arranged alphabetically by the authors’ last names.
All entries must be formatted strictly according to Harvard style.
In-text citations must include the author’s last name and year of publication, such as (Halgurd, 2006); for two authors, use (Halgurd, Peywand 2025); for three or more authors, use (Halgurd et al., 2006).
The reference list should include full bibliographic details in Harvard format:

• Books: Last name, First name (Year) Title. Publisher, Place of Publication.

• Journal articles: Last name, First name (Year) “Article Title,” Journal Title, Volume(Issue), page range.
  Authors are encouraged to use recognized citation management tools such as EndNote, Mendeley, or similar software to ensure accuracy and uniform formatting.
  
  

8. Citations from previous 

Authors are required to include at least five citations from articles previously published in RJH journal. This practice helps strengthen the manuscript by connecting it to the journal’s existing scholarly contributions, ensuring continuity, relevance, and engagement with the journal’s academic community.

9. Submission of Work
Articles must not exceed 20 pages in total, including references, tables, and appendices.
The complete manuscript must be uploaded through the journal’s online submission system using the official RJH Article Template.
Submissions that do not follow the required format, length, or template will be returned or rejected at the initial screening stage.