Aim and Scope

LITERAL: Disability Studies Journal is a peer-reviewed open access journal that publishes original research, critical reviews, and scholarly reflections on the multidimensional aspects of disability. The journal aims to contribute to the development of inclusive knowledge, practices, and policies that support the empowerment and quality of life of persons with disabilities.

The journal welcomes contributions from a variety of academic disciplines and professional perspectives, particularly within the following scope:

• Special and Inclusive Education
  Research and innovation in inclusive learning practices, curriculum adaptation, pedagogy for learners with disabilities, and teacher training in special needs education.

• Psychological Treatment and Mental Health Support for Persons with Disabilities
  Interventions, counseling, and therapeutic approaches tailored to individuals with physical, intellectual, or psychosocial disabilities.

• Guidance and Counseling for Children with Special Needs
  Strategies, models, and practices in individual and group counseling to support the personal, social, and academic development of children with disabilities.

• Empowerment and Support for Families of Persons with Disabilities
  Programs, policies, and interventions aimed at strengthening the role of families in caregiving, advocacy, and social integration.

• Vocational Education and Employment for Persons with Disabilities
  Research on vocational training models, employment opportunities, workplace inclusion, and labor rights for persons with disabilities.

• Accessibility and Inclusive Infrastructure
  Studies on physical, digital, and communicative accessibility in public services, transportation, education, and built environments.

• Community, Family, and Institutional Collaboration
  Studies and practices that focus on the collaborative roles of educational institutions, families, and community organizations in supporting the learning, development, and social inclusion of persons with disabilities. .

• Assistive Technology and Innovation
  Research on the design, adaptation, and utilization of assistive technologies specifically for improving educational access, communication, mobility, and daily functioning of individuals with disabilities. .

The journal is particularly interested in interdisciplinary and practice-based research that bridges gaps between theory, policy, and real-world application in the context of disability.