Call for Papers
Journal of the Institute for Policy and Gender Advancement
Volume 1 · Number 1 · September 2026
Gender, Governance, and the Politics of Inclusion in Contemporary Nigeria
About the journal
A multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed publication of the Institute.
The Journal of the Institute for Policy and Gender Advancement invites scholars, researchers, practitioners and thought leaders to submit original and high-quality manuscripts for publication in its upcoming issue.
The journal focuses on the broad theme of Leadership, Governance, and Policy in Africa, drawing from a range of disciplines including but not limited to:
Theme for the 2026 issue
Gender, Governance, and the Politics of Inclusion in Contemporary Nigeria
Papers are invited that examine how gender shapes, and is shaped by, governance, public administration and policy across Nigeria and the wider region.
Sub-themes
Nine areas of enquiry
Sub-themes may include, but are not limited to, the following.
Gender-Responsive Budgeting and Public Finance
Women’s Political Participation and Representation
Gender-Based Violence and Policy Response
Education, Skills, and the Gendered Labour Market
Public Administration & Institutional Gender Mainstreaming
Traditional, Religious, and Customary Institutions & Gender Norms
Health Policy and Reproductive Rights
Masculinities and Men’s Engagement in Gender Equity
Comparative and Regional Perspectives
Before you submit
Submission Guidelines
- Manuscripts should be original, unpublished, and not under consideration elsewhere.
- Articles should be between 5,000 – 7,000 words, including references.
- Use APA 7th edition referencing style throughout.
- Include an abstract of no more than 250 words, with 4–6 keywords.
- All submissions should be in Microsoft Word format.
Eligibility
- Academics and postgraduate researchers
- Policy analysts
- Civil society professionals
- Practitioners and thought leaders across the listed disciplines
Authors must attach a title page containing
- Full name(s) of all authors
- Institutional affiliation(s)
- Email address(es)
- A biographical note of no more than 100 words
Article Processing Charge
- Charged on acceptance only, per article.
- Payment details are issued directly in your acceptance email; never request them from any other source.
What happens next
From submission to publication
Submit
Email your manuscript and title page in Microsoft Word format before the deadline.
Editorial screening
The editorial team checks scope, originality and compliance with the guidelines.
Peer review
Manuscripts that pass screening are sent to subject reviewers for assessment.
Decision
Editorial decisions are communicated within 6–8 weeks of submission.
Publication
Accepted articles appear in Volume 1, Number 1, September 2026.
Submit your manuscript
Send your paper before 30 September 2026.
Attach your manuscript and a separate title page, both in Microsoft Word format. Please put the journal name and your surname in the subject line so your submission is logged correctly.
Submissions
info@i-pga.orgManuscripts are acknowledged by reply. If you do not receive an acknowledgement within five working days, contact the Secretary using the number below.
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