The Gender Research and Policy Journal
(GRPJ) serves as a prominent platform for
advancing knowledge on gender issues
through rigorous academic investigation
and discussion. Published annually by the
Regional Gender and Development
Advocates’ Network XI (RGAN XI), it is
accessible both in print and online, ensuring
broad reach and engagement. The journal
prides itself on a constructive editorial
process, where authors receive guidance to
enhance the quality and integrity of their
research. By welcoming contributions from
local, regional, and international
perspectives, it fosters a diverse academic
discourse, essential for addressing the
multifaceted and cross-disciplinary nature
of gender-related challenges globally.
GRPJ provides a platform for the intersection of regional and international perspectives on gender, gender-related issues, and gendered realities. It encompasses a wide scope of research articles and policy briefs focused on gender equality, women's empowerment, masculinities, LGBTQIA+ studies, gender roles, gender analysis, gender intersectionality, and other related topics. The journal aims to capture the diverse experiences and challenges faced by individuals and communities around the globe. Its inclusive approach ensures that voices from various cultural, social, and political contexts are represented, fostering a holistic understanding of gender and its policy implications. Articles authored by Filipino scholars or that include regional perspectives and discourses in the Philippines are given priority.
Submitted manuscripts will initially be
reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief (EIC) to
determine their alignment with the journal's
aims and scope, and the EIC may suggest
revisions prior to sending them to external
referees to enhance the chances of
acceptance. Each manuscript undergoes a
double-blind review process involving two
referees, and their comments and
recommendations are relayed to the
authors without alteration. If the two
referees have conflicting opinions
regarding the manuscript, the EIC may
invite a third reviewer to provide further
insight. The EIC shall accept, ask for
revisions (i.e., major or minor), or reject the
manuscript based on the referee’s
recommendations.
RGAN XI is a non-profit, apolitical, nonsectarian, and non-stock organization that promotes gender equality and women’s empowerment (GEWE), while upholding inclusivity, ethical principles, and professionalism through academic exercises, scholarly discourses, and community engagements. It was established on December 12, 2023, in response to the regional clamor for intensive capacity-building initiatives on GAD implementation. It is membered by private and public Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and is recognized by the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office XI (CHEDRO XI).