Arghand Journal of Social Sciences

About the Journal

The Arghand Journal of Social Sciences (AJSS) is a peer-reviewed, biannual academic journal published by Kandahar University. AJSS provides a vibrant platform for researchers, scholars, and practitioners to disseminate original, high-quality research addressing pressing social, cultural, economic, educational, political, and environmental issues relevant to Afghanistan, the wider region, and the global academic community.

AJSS is committed to advancing rigorous, evidence-based scholarship that bridges the gap between theory and practice. The journal encourages multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary contributions, welcoming research that integrates perspectives from economics, languages & literature, journalism, Shariah, Law & Political Science, Public Administration & Policy, sociology, education, political science, Islamic studies, and development studies. In doing so, AJSS promotes knowledge that contributes to policy innovation, institutional strengthening, and sustainable development pathways. Beyond its academic mission, AJSS seeks to serve as a catalyst for community resilience, intellectual advancement, and inclusive development. The journal prioritizes contributions that highlight social justice, governance, peacebuilding, and knowledge transfer, with the goal of empowering communities and informing both policy makers and practitioners.

To maintain the highest standards of academic integrity, all submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process. AJSS adheres to international best practices in research ethics, transparency, and accessibility, ensuring that published articles are freely available to scholars and the wider public.