• Deadline for Abstract Submission (300 words): April 20, 2025
• Deadline for Full Article Submission: July 15, 2025
• Publication Date: January 2026

Introduction

The humanities serve as a fundamental pillar in the academic and research fabric, providing a deeper understanding of humans and societies from varying perspectives e.g., literature, linguistics, philosophy, history, sociology, anthropology, etc. The field occupies a vital and dialectic space, blending observation, description, analysis, critique, empirical rigor, and interpretative depth. It resorts to multidisciplinary methodologies—such as ethnographic studies, documentary research, and philosophical reasoning—to demystify the complexities of human experiences and cultural narratives. The humanities further cultivate individuals’ critical thinking, enabling them to navigate the intricacies of identity, creativity, and historical awareness while also allowing analytical and communication skills to burgeon. Thanks to the profound understanding of cultural and social values that shape collective identity, individuals are equipped with the essential awareness to address contemporary challenges. Based on freedom, respect for diversity, and human dignity, the humanities foster positive values and espouse an inclusive and reflective society.

The humanities further enrich public awareness and empower individuals through engagement with cultural, ethical, and political discussions, thereby empowering individuals to make more informed decisions. Their ability to engage with fundamental, societal issues highlights their enduring significance in shaping critical perspectives and intellectual discourse.

The positive roles and diverse functions that the humanities have established over time have enabled the humanities scholar to surpass traditional boundaries, leading to a reflection of societies and their standing among nations. The growing economic significance of the humanities has further been reinforced by emerging conceptual shifts centered around cultural economy, cultural investment, and cultural diversity.

All this has prompted advanced nations to recognize the intellectual capital generated by the humanities, leading to the strengthening of institutions dedicated to their production and development, which in turn has enabled fulfilling functions more effectively and expanding their impact.

Building on this, Soroud Journal dedicates its upcoming 10^th issue to exploring the state and prospects of scientific and literary research in the humanities through descriptive, analytical, critical, and comparative approaches, focusing on the following themes:

Themes & Topics

1. The Status of Humanities and Scientific Research in Morocco and Beyond

• Historical evolution of humanities research in Morocco.
• The current state of humanities research in Morocco.
• Comparative analysis of humanities research in Morocco and other countries.

2. Humanities and Institutional Frameworks

• Legislative and legal frameworks governing humanities research.
• Institutional perspectives on humanities research in comparison with financial and economic fields.
• Challenges of publishing in humanities (peer-reviewed journals, international indexed journals, publishing houses).

3. Humanities and Their Teaching Context

• The status of humanities education in universities and its significance across disciplines.
• The role of humanities in shaping scholars and intellectuals.
• Challenges facing humanities education in light of technological and epistemological advancements.
• The state of research in humanities fields, including:
• Literature, linguistics, comparative studies, and translation.
• Arts and theater (cinema, fine arts, music, and performance).
• History, space, and environment.
• Philosophy, sociology, anthropology, and psychology.

4. Humanities: Functions and Future Prospects

• Domains and methodologies of humanities research.
• The role of humanities in developing critical and analytical thinking.
• Humanities in relation to identity and culture.
• The future of humanities research and its role in shaping societies.
• The applicability of humanities in social, political, and economic contexts.

Submission Guidelines

• It is a print and electronic journal that is issued twice a year. Each issue includes a specific theme that publishes articles in Arabic, French, English and Spanish, after having been subjected to specialized review adopted by academic journals.
• All submitted articles undergo double-blind peer review and must adhere to academic research standards.
• Submitted research must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.

Submission Process:

1. Submit an abstract (300 words) outlining the key themes and issues of the proposed article. Include author’s contact information, email, phone number, and a short biography (100 words).
2. Full articles must be 5,000–6,000 words, accompanied by a final abstract (200 words) in Arabic and in another language (French or English, or both) along with 5–7 keywords.
3. Articles should include subheadings and follow proper referencing and citation formats:

• In-text citations should include the author’s last name and page number in parentheses (e.g., last name, p. 25).
• Final bibliography should follow this format: Author Name: Book Title (Italicized), Country, Publisher, City, Edition, Year.
• Footnotes should be used only for non-bibliographic references, such as explanations or supplementary information.

Contact & Submission Details

• Soroud Journal has a dedicated electronic platform: www.soroud.ma
• All submissions should be sent to: soroudmaroc@gmail.com
• The journal welcomes articles in Arabic, English, French, and Spanish, provided they are original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.

This call for papers aims to highlight the role and future of humanities research; it invites scholars to contribute with critical and analytical perspectives on the evolution, challenges, and institutional frameworks shaping the field.