Formatting Requirements

To maintain consistency and high editorial standards, all submissions must adhere to the Journal's formatting guidelines:

• –File Format: Microsoft Word (.docx)
• –Font: Times New Roman, 12-point size
• –Spacing: Double-spaced throughout, including references, tables, and captions
• –Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
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  Length:

  • Research articles: 5,000–7,000 words
  • Practice-based papers: 3,000–5,000 words
  • Policy analyses: 4,000–6,000 words
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  Structure of the Manuscript:

  • Title
  • Abstract (150–300 words)
  • Keywords (4–6)
  • Main sections (as appropriate to the manuscript type)
  • References
  • Appendices / supplementary materials (optional)
• –Citation Style: APA 7th edition
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  Tables and Figures:

  • Must be placed at the end of the manuscript or attached separately
  • Clearly labeled (e.g., Table 1, Figure 2)
  • Reproduction permissions must be documented when required
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  Blinding Requirements:

  • Remove author names, affiliations, and acknowledgments
  • Ensure document metadata does not contain identifying information