About the Journal
The name Academos is inspired by the place where Plato once taught, symbolizing the origins of academic life and intellectual exchange. Today, the journal continues this legacy as a modern platform for rigorous research, critical reflection, and open dialogue in the social sciences.
Academos is an international, open-access, peer-reviewed journal that provides an inclusive space for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to explore the pressing issues shaping contemporary society. It publishes original research, theoretical contributions, critical reviews, and policy-focused papers with an emphasis on interdisciplinary and global perspectives.
Academos journal is an international interdisciplinary scientific project of the Academy “Riste Stefanov” – Skopje, a civil society organization registered in North Macedonia. The journal operates independently and is not institutionally affiliated with, funded by, or officially endorsed by any university or faculty. All members of the editorial board list their academic affiliations solely for identification and academic reference purposes. The views expressed in the journal do not necessarily reflect the positions of their respective institutions.
Aims and Scope
The journal seeks to:
- Promote high-quality, interdisciplinary research in the social sciences and related fields.
- Encourage dialogue that bridges theory, practice, and policy.
- Support diverse methodological approaches and innovative perspectives.
- Foster international collaboration and the exchange of ideas across cultures and disciplines.
Key areas of interest include, but are not limited to:
- Sociology, Political Science, Law and Governance
- Human Rights, International Relations and Diplomacy
- Climate Change, Sustainability, Economic Development
- Geography, Destination Development, Service Operations
- Education, Psychology and Sport
- Media and PR, and Cultural Studies
- Health Policy, Technology and Digital Society
- Ethics, AI and Social Impact of Innovation
The Academos journal’s broad scope is both perceptive and central to our vision. Academos journal was conceived as a genuinely interdisciplinary platforma, space where diverse fields of inquiry can intersect, challenge, and enrich one another. We believe that many of today’s most pressing global issues: social, technological, environmental, and ethical demand dialogue that transcends traditional disciplinary boundaries.
By embracing this wide-ranging scope, our aim is not to dilute specialization but rather to create a forum for synthesis, where insights from the social sciences, humanities, and emerging technologies can inform one another and lead to new understandings. In that sense, Academos seeks to revive the spirit of the classical academy as a space of open exchange, critical reflection, and intellectual curiosity.
Mission Statement: Rooted in the spirit of open inquiry and intellectual exchange, Academos seeks to foster a global academic community committed to advancing interdisciplinary research, promoting scholarly integrity, and creating knowledge that is relevant, impactful, and engaged with the broader social good.
Publisher: The publisher of the Academos journal is the Academy “Riste Stefanov” – Skopje, a civil society organization dedicated to promoting education among young people, fostering the role of education, sport, and culture, and supporting initiatives that advance legislative development and raise public awareness. The mission of the Academy also includes environmental protection, climate change advocacy, the promotion of human rights, gender equality, entrepreneurship, sustainability, and equal opportunities for all.
In a time of rapid social transformation, the existence of a scientific journal like Academos is of vital importance. It serves as a platform for encouraging academic thought, enhancing the international visibility of researchers, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and supporting the educational development of future generations of scholars.
