The Chinese Sociological Review invites papers for a special issue on the theme ““Aging in Context: The Life Course, Neighborhoods, and Social Networks.” The issue will be dedicated to advancing theoretical and empirical discussions at the intersection of sociology and social gerontology, with a particular focus on Chinese societies. Editors are also interested in studies that adopt a global and comparative perspective or offer multi-disciplinary approaches. Research that employs innovative social science methods is preferred. Submissions should combine robust empirical methodologies with sociological theory to deepen our understanding of individual aging, population dynamics, and social inequalities. The abstract deadline is March 15, 2025, with full-length papers due on July 31, 2025. Full information about this special issue, including topic of interest, can be found here.
Research in the Sociology of Work invites papers for the upcoming special issue on the theme “Work, Rest, and Play: Examining Work and Labour Relations in Arts, Sports, and Entertainment.” Papers should explore any topic related to work in the fields of arts, entertainment, or sport and may be empirical or conceptual papers. The deadline has been extended to March 15, 2025. To read the complete call for papers, including a list of possible topics, visit the website.
Frontiers in Reproductive Healthcare seeks submissions of original research for the Research Topic “Bridging the Gap: Improving Reproductive Healthcare for Patients with Disabilities.” The goal of this Research Topic is to tackle the complexities and challenges posed by ableism and systemic inequalities in order to foster the development of inclusive healthcare models that are sensitive to the unique needs of patients with disabilities. Research that investigates the effectiveness of various interventions, explores the intersectionality of disability with gender and sexuality, and offers solutions to improve educational practices among healthcare providers is particularly encouraged. The manuscript submission deadline is April 7, 2025. For more information, visit the website.
European Sociological Review invites submissions for the special issue “Education and Social Mobility: Celebrating Richard Breen’s Contribution to Sociology.” Editors welcome original theoretically driven empirical research papers that advance the understanding of education and social mobility. While especially interested in studies that directly engage with themes central to Breen’s work, editors also encourage contributions from the broader fields of social stratification and mobility, demography, or sociological methodology. The submission deadline is June 15, 2025. For more information, click here.
