Amplifying voices from the Global South and bridging knowledge systems for a sustainable future.
SustainE in collaboration with participants of the Alexander von Humboldt foundation´s 2024 Humboldt Residency Programme are inviting submissions for a special issue on Bridging Power and Knowledge: Addressing Global Imbalances in Knowledge Systems for Sustainable Futures. The project is the result of a collaboration between participants of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation`s 2024 Humboldt Residency Programme and SustainE.
We encourage submissions from scholars, civil society organizations, and local collectives, that prioritize community-based participatory research and other collaborative models of knowledge production. Submissions that address sustainability in the context of environmental stewardship, economic resilience, and social equity are particularly welcome, with a special focus on contributions from LMICs in the Global South.
This special issue will explore:
Bridging Knowledge Worlds: The integration of traditional, local, and indigenous knowledge systems with academic/scientific research in sustainability.
Case Studies: Case studies demonstrating how traditional and indigenous knowledge can contribute to climate action and global sustainability, highlight the importance and relevance of local solutions for the global scale.
Equitable Partnerships: Cross-cultural and cross-sectoral collaborations that address power imbalances in global knowledge systems, fostering inclusive and equitable approaches to environmental, social, and economic sustainability.
We welcome submissions in a variety of formats, including research articles, commentaries, multimedia, and case studies. All submissions must focus on sustainability, climate action, and the integration of traditional and modern knowledge systems, with an emphasis on the Global South.
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Submission Process
Step 1: Choose your format and prepare your submission according to the guidelines.
Step 2: Submit your work through the SustainE Submission Platform
Step 3: You will receive a confirmation email once your submission is received.
Step 4: Submissions will undergo an initial screening, followed by a peer-review process.
Step 5: Final selections will be published in July 2025 and shortlisted submissions will be contacted via email.
Timeline
Call for Submissions Opens: November 10, 2024
Submission Deadline: January 20, 2024
Shortlist Announced: May 30, 2025
Publication Date: July 25, 2025
Our Guest Editors are participants of the 2024 Humboldt Residency Programme
Environmental Sustainability Expert, Leading Change in Education & Community Resilience
Veteran Science Journalist, Championing Global Science & Higher Education Dialogue
Global Health Research Manager & Knowledge Innovator, Advancing Impactful Research Dissemination
The Scientific Advisory Board for this special issue comprises global experts in sustainability, climate action, and science diplomacy, ensuring that submissions reflect the highest standards of academic rigor and inclusivity. This board will guide the review process and support the integration of diverse knowledge systems.
We accept a variety of formats including research articles, multimedia, and tools that focus on sustainability and knowledge integration.
All submissions will go through an initial eligibility check and then a peer-review process managed by the editorial team at SustainE.
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