Information For Authors

IAPSS Politikon is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in scholarly publishing. We actively encourage submissions from authors of diverse backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups and the Global South. By amplifying a wide range of voices and perspectives, we aim to contribute to the development of a more representative and equitable field of Political Science.

All submissions need to be sent via e-mail to politikonjournal@iapss.org.

Before making a submission, please review the author guidelines. 

Accepted Submission Formats

  • Full-length research articles

  • Research notes

  • Review essays

  • Book reviews

Research note or research paper? Choosing the right category improves your chances of publication by aligning your content with journal expectations.

Book Reviews

If you are interested in reviewing a newly published book for IAPSS Politikon, contact the Book Review Section Editor at politikon.bookeditor@iapss.org. Please refer to our guide on writing a book review.

Conversations Section

The Conversations section is a space for creative and interdisciplinary academic engagement. We welcome:

  • Opinion essays

  • Interviews

  • Pedagogical discussions

  • Film commentaries

  • Reflections on academic events in Political Science

This section expands disciplinary boundaries and promotes dialogue across fields.