Call for manuscripts: The Good Society: A Journal of Civics Studies

The Good Society: A Journal of Civic Studies is pleased to announce a special call for manuscripts for an upcoming issue focused on the theme: “Dialogue, Deliberation, and Community in Civic Life.” This special issue aligns with the 2024 Annual Civic Learning Symposium’s theme, which centers on the crucial role that dialogue, deliberation, and community play in our education system and our democracy.

Theme Overview: In an era marked by increasing polarization and division, fostering open, constructive dialogue and thoughtful deliberation is more essential than ever. This issue seeks to explore the multifaceted dimensions of dialogue, deliberation, and community within the context of civic education. We invite contributions that build bridges across diverse perspectives, promote understanding, and cultivate a culture of civic agency. Potential topics for submission include, but are not limited to:

• Encouraging open and respectful dialogue among students, educators, and community members, regardless of ideological or cultural differences.
• The importance of deliberation in shaping informed and thoughtful decision-making processes. How institutions and communities foster deliberative skills among students, educators, and community members?
• The role of schools, educational institutions, and communities in preparing students and citizens to become active and engaged participants in democracy.
• Exploring strategies for enhancing democratic practices within schools and/or communities. How do student-led forums, community dialogues, and participatory decision-making contribute to the strengthening of democratic values and community cohesion?
• Highlighting successful initiatives and best practices for empowering individuals to become effective advocates for positive change in their communities. What role do educators, community organizers, and civic leaders play in promoting dialogue, deliberation, and community engagement?

Submission Guidelines: We invite scholars, educators, and practitioners from all relevant disciplines to submit manuscripts that offer fresh perspectives and rigorous analysis on these themes. Submissions should align with The Good Society’s commitment to interdisciplinary research and fostering dialogue across ideological, cultural, and international divides.

Important Dates

• Call for Manuscripts: Open
• Submission Deadline for Abstracts: 10 October 2024
• Notification of Abstract Acceptance: 30 October 2024
Full Manuscript Submission Deadline: 15 January 2024
• Peer Review Decisions: February 2024
• Final Revised Manuscript Due: 15 March 2024
• Publication Date: April 2025 Submission Process:

Please submit your abstracts and manuscripts through the submission portal at: https://www.editorialmanager.com/gs/default2.aspx. Or email directly to the editor at CECL@bsu.edu. Submissions will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Accepted manuscripts will be published in a special issue of The Good Society.