Call for Papers

Journal

Overview

The Bangladesh Institute for Judicial Advancement (BIJA) invites submissions for its peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to advancing research on judicial systems, access to justice, and institutional reform. The journal provides a platform for scholars, practitioners, policy researchers and students to contribute interdisciplinary insights that strengthen accountable, inclusive, and technology-responsive justice institutions.

We welcome original and unpublished manuscripts that engage with doctrinal, empirical, comparative, or policy-oriented research aligned with our mission of promoting equitable justice and institutional excellence.

Submissions may address the following themes, including but not limited to the areas listed below-

  • Judicial reform and court administration
  • Access to justice and procedural fairness
  • Digital courts, e-governance, and legal technology
  • Inclusion, gender justice, and disability access in justice systems
  • Human rights and constitutional accountability
  • Comparative judicial practices and institutional design
  • Ethics, transparency, and public trust in the judiciary
 
Who Can Submit

Academics, researchers, postgraduate, graduate, and advanced undergraduate law students, practitioners, policy professionals, and interdisciplinary scholars.

Submission Guidelines

  • Word limit: 6,000–8,000 words (including footnotes)
  • Original, unpublished work only
  • Rolling submissions; review cycles announced periodically
  • Submit via online portal or email- info@bd-ija.org

Formatting & Citation

  • Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
  • Line spacing: 1.5
  • Citation: OSCOLA/APA preferred 
  • File type: .doc/.docx
 
Review Process

Submissions undergo editorial screening followed by peer review. Authors will be notified regarding acceptance, revision, or rejection.

Reports

Overview

BIJA invites policy reports and research briefs that translate evidence into actionable insights for judicial reform, governance improvement, and community legal empowerment. Reports should demonstrate practical relevance for policymakers, institutions, and civil society actors.

Suggested Themes

  • Empirical studies on court efficiency and backlog
  • Barriers faced by marginalized communities in accessing justice
  • Justice sector policy evaluations
  • Legal empowerment initiatives
  • Judicial training needs assessments
  • Technology adoption in courts
  • Governance and institutional accountability
 
Who Can Submit

Researchers, NGOs, development professionals, institutional teams, and independent scholars.

Submission Guidelines

  • Word limit: 3,000–5,000 words
  • Executive summary required
  • Include methodology and key recommendations
  • Rolling submissions
  • Submit via online portal or email- info@bd-ija.org

Formatting & Citation

  • Times New Roman, 12 pt
  • 1.5 spacing
  • OSCOLA/APA/Herperlink
  • Tables/figures allowed
 
Review Process

Editorial and technical review focusing on relevance, clarity, and policy contribution.

Articles

Overview

The Articles portal publishes accessible, analytical pieces that stimulate informed public dialogue on justice, rights, and institutional reform. Submissions may adopt reflective, commentary, or explanatory approaches while maintaining analytical rigor.

Suggested Themes

  • Emerging legal and judicial issues
  • Digital justice and public literacy
  • Rights awareness and remedies
  • Legal developments affecting communities
  • Judicial ethics and accountability
  • Technology and access to justice
  • Contemporary Socio-Legal Issues
 
Who Can Submit

Students, early-career professionals, practitioners, and researchers.

Submission Guidelines

  • Word limit: 700–1000 words
  • Clear argument or analytical focus
  • Rolling submissions
  • Submit via online portal or email- info@bd-ija.org

Formatting & Citation

  • Times New Roman, 12 pt
  • OSCOLA/APA/Herperlink
 
Review Process

Editorial review for clarity, originality, and relevance.

Case Reviews

Overview

BIJA welcomes critical case analyses examining judicial decisions that shape legal interpretation, rights protection, and institutional development. Reviews should contextualize judgments and assess their broader implications.

Suggested Themes

  • Landmark constitutional rulings on judicial advancement or digitalisation
  • Human rights jurisprudence
  • Technology and privacy rulings
  • Comparative judicial interpretation
  • Emerging legal precedents
 
Who Can Submit

Law students, academics, advocates, and legal researchers.

Submission Guidelines

  • Word limit: 600-800 words
  • Focus on analytical evaluation rather than summary
  • Rolling submissions
  • Submit via online portal or email- info@bd-ija.org

Formatting & Citation

  • Times New Roman, 12 pt
  • OSCOLA/APA/Herperlink
  • Include case reference details
 
Review Process

Editorial screening ensuring analytical depth and accuracy.