Youth Research Vox
An Innovative Platform for Thinkers and Doers
International Journal of Youth-Led Research
World's first peer-reviewed journal for youth-led research on the Sustainable Development Goals
Aims & Scope
The journal publishes youth-led and youth-centered research papers on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, inclusive of all three designated dimensions: social, economic, and environmental dimensions. The journal’s general definition of youth is young people between the ages of 15 and 25. The International Journal of Youth-Led Research publishes empirical studies, theoretical studies, systematic literature reviews, and position papers. We welcome studies on the current states, issues, approaches, and progress of sustainable development at local, national, and international levels, extending to social, economic, and environmental dimensions. The IJYLR readership includes youths, researchers, activists, and policymakers around the world.
Publication Frequency
The International Journal of Youth-Led Research publishes one volume annually and is published exclusively in electronic format. No print editions of IJYLR are produced.
Review Process
All submitted manuscripts undergo an editorial review process. Accepted manuscripts then enter a double-anonymous peer review, ensuring unbiased feedback by keeping the identities of both authors and reviewers anonymous. The journal communications department manages all author correspondence. The IJYLR Editorial Board makes the final publication or rejection decision based on the reviewers' feedback.
IJYLR's peer-review process includes two stages: general review and field review, each involving two reviewers. All reviewers are experienced researchers with doctoral qualifications in one or more areas related to the Sustainable Development Goals. During general review, reviewers assess the overall rigor and scientific value of the study. During field review, reviewers focus on field-specific aspects.
Authorship Criteria
IJYLR authorship must meet the following criteria:
1) substantial intellectual contribution to the conception or design of the work;
2) drafting the work or providing critical revisions; and
3) accountability for all aspects of the work related to integrity and accuracy.
Contributors who do not meet these criteria but played a critical role in the production of the work may be acknowledged using the designation "with..."
Plagiarism is strictly prohibited.
AI technologies, including chatbots such as ChatGPT may be used solely for limited, non-substantive assistance, for example, checking grammatical errors or formatting content in accordance with provided rules. AI and AI-assisted technologies may not be listed as an author or co-author and may not be cited as an author under any circumstances.
Open Access Policy & CC License
The journal provides immediate open access to its content. All articles published will be immediately and permanently free for everyone to read, download, copy, and reuse following the guidelines of the Creative Commons License: CC BY-NC. The CC BY-NC License requires that reusers give appropriate credit to the content creator, e.g., authors, researchers, and multimedia content writers, directors, and editors. The CC BY-NC license only allows noncommercial uses of the content. Commercial uses of all kinds are strictly prohibited.
By submitting a manuscript to IJYLR, authors agree to publish their work under the CC BY-NC license. Authors retain copyright in their work and grant IJYLR a non-exclusive, perpetual right to publish, reproduce, and disseminate the final published version of the article.
Publication and Subscription Fees
IJYLR is an open access, nonprofit journal hosted by Youth Research Vox, a California 501(c)(3) organization. IJYLR does not charge authors any publication fees, nor does it charge readers subscription fees. If any publishers or dissemination websites appear to be charging readers for access to IJYLR content, we ask that such instances be immediately reported to the publisher.
Publisher: Youth Research Vox
Contact Person: Oliver Diaz
Email Address: report@youthresearchvox.org
Instructions for Authors
Due to the journal's multidisciplinary and youth-centered focus, submission guidelines are tailored to individual studies. Authors are encouraged to contact the journal directly for specific submission requirements and any publication related questions.
Email Address: journal@youthresearchvox.org
Email Subject: Presubmission Inquiry
Journal Information
2832-5028
DOI: 10.56299
Directories & Archiving
Applications in progress.
Editorial Board & Journal Team
World's first peer-reviewed journal for youth-led research on the Sustainable Development Goals
Editorial Board
Joyce Y. Coffey, M.A. Ed
Youth Research Vox, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Manjula Joseph, Ph.D.
Fresno Pacific University, Fresno, CA, United States
Julie Lane, Ed.D.
Abilene Christian University, Abilene, TX, United States
Shawnee McPhail, Ph.D.
Gunma Hokusai Academy, Ota, Japan
Ada Muoneke, Ph.D.
Educounts Consulting, Seattle, WA, United States
Journal Team
Editor-in-Chief
Joyce Y. Coffey, M.A. Ed
Youth Research Vox, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Chief Communications Officer
Christina Sun (Youth)
Cornell University, NY, United States
APA Editor
Shania Wong (Youth)
Westridge School for Girls, CA, United States
Developmental Editor
Ana Luisa (Youth)
University De La Habana, Havana, Cuba
Typesetting Editor
Ike Traore (Youth)
University of Rwanda, Kigali, Rwanda
Guest Editor
Steve Brown
Editor in Chief, Cacti Chronicles, Copper Mountain College, CA, United States
Developmental Editor
Shania Wong (Youth)
Westridge School for Girls, CA, United States
Typesetting Editor
Ike Traore (Youth)
Muhanga International High School, Nyamabuye, Rwanda
Copy Editor
James Patrick
Digital Content Specialist, The Walt Disney Company, CA, United States
Developmental Editor
Jessica Jiang (Youth)
Alhambra High School, CA, United States
Typesetting Editor
Ike Traore (Youth)
Muhanga International High School, Nyamabuye, Rwanda
Copy Editor
Chelsea Arangcon
Blog Writer, Editor at The Daily Titan, CSU Fullerton, United States
Proofing Editor
Maryann F. Coffey
Editor, Director, Briar Cliff University, IA, United States
Typesetting Editor
Ike Traore (Youth)
Muhanga International High School, Nyamabuye, Rwanda
Guest Editor
Glenn Barnett, M.A.
Writer, Instructor, Cerritos College, Norwalk, CA, United States
Guest Editor
Margaret Spaulding
Writer, UCLA PhD Student, Los Angeles, CA, United States
APA Editor
Tristan McPhail (Youth)
Gunma Kokusai Academy Secondary School, Gunma, Japan
Director of Video Production
Abayomi Ibrahim (Youth)
Oworonshoki High School, Lagos Island, Nigeria
Video Content Editor
Oliver Diaz (Youth)
San Bernardo High School, Región Metropolitana, Chile