The Qalaai Zanist Humanity Journal is an open-access, peer-reviewed academic journal published by the Lebanese French University in Erbil, Iraq. It is dedicated to advancing research and scholarship in the humanities and social sciences, encompassing a broad spectrum of disciplines such as literature, linguistics, philosophy, history, education, law, sociology, psychology, political science, media, and cultural studies. The journal accepts original manuscripts written in Kurdish, Arabic, English, and French, promoting multilingual dialogue and interdisciplinary perspectives that enrich academic understanding and cultural exchange. A rigorous double-blind peer-review process is employed to ensure the quality and integrity of published works, with a typical review timeline of approximately 6 to 10 weeks from submission to acceptance.
The primary objectives of the Qalaai Zanist Humanity Journal are to enhance the quality and visibility of humanities research within the Kurdistan Region of Iraq and across international academic communities. The journal aims to foster critical thinking, academic freedom, and creative inquiry into social, cultural, and intellectual issues. It also encourages university faculty and researchers to engage in innovative, high-impact studies that contribute meaningfully to their respective fields. Furthermore, the journal supports universities in organizing and disseminating the outcomes of academic conferences, thereby strengthening scholarly collaboration and elevating the academic standing of the Lebanese French University at local, regional, and global levels.
