TJBS Special Issue

Call for Abstract -- TJBS Special Issue

Theme: “Behavioral Science Research on Social Enterprises for Sustainable Economies”

A Social Enterprise (SE) is a business that uses commercial strategies to solve social or environmental problems.

The Journal of Behavioral Science (TJBS), a SCOPUS Q2 journal, invites researchers to submit abstracts from 1 December 2025 to 15 April 2026.

Important dates:

Abstract submission: Open from 1 December 2025 till 15 April 2026
Preliminary acceptance from TJBS: 20 January till 15 April 2026
Full paper submission: 15 March till 15 May 2026
Special Issue Publication date: 31 January 2027

Abstract Submission Guidelines

Please prepare and submit the following six items:

  1. A tentative title
  2. Names and affiliations of all anticipated authors
  3. Contact information of the corresponding author
  4. An abstract (200–250 words)
    • Include the objective, methods, samples, and research/practice interface
  5. Keywords (4–5 words)
  6. SDGs Statement
    • Provide 1–3 plain English sentences describing how your work on Social Enterprise contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Authors should send their abstracts and all required information by email to the Editors with the subject line: “TJBS–Special Issue.”

Editorial Contacts

  • Associate Professor Dr. Kanu Priya Mohan
    Editor-in-Chief, TJBS
    Behavioral Science Research Institute (BSRI), Srinakharinwirot University
    Email: kanunm@g.swu.ac.th

  • Dr. Charin Suwanwong
    Assistant to Editorf, TJBS
    Behavioral Science Research Institute (BSRI), Srinakharinwirot University
    Email: charins@g.swu.ac.th
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Criteria for Submitted Manuscripts

Manuscripts selected for the Special Issue must align with the aims and scope of TJBS, including:
  • Original academic work that explains or enhances understanding of behavior in social enterprises
  • Interdisciplinary perspectives in behavioral sciences
    (psychology, sociology, education, economics, management, health sciences, social sciences, and related fields)
  • Application of theory to develop the research framework
  • Use of advanced research methodologies
    (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods)

Article Types Accepted

  • Original Articles (qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods)
  • Review Articles (systematic reviews)

Article Processing Fee

  • 5,000 Thai Baht
    (Payable only after the manuscript is accepted for peer review)

Special Issue Theme: “Behavioral Science Research on Social Enterprises for Sustainable Economies”

Sub-themes include, but are not limited to:
  • Behavioral issues related to social enterprises across different contexts
  • The contribution of social enterprises to sustainable economic development
  • Social enterprises and wellbeing, decent work, and inequality
  • Social entrepreneurship for sustainable livelihood
  • Links between work, employee well-being, and work effectiveness in social enterprises