Special Issue on Applied Sociology and Development

Applied sociology is a term that describes practitioners who use sociological theories and methods outside of academic settings with the aim to produce positive social change through active intervention. It is the application of “sociological theory” in society. The goal of this special issue is to provide a platform for scientists and academicians all over the world to promote, share, and discuss various new issues and developments in the area of Applied Sociology and Development.

In this special issue, we intend to invite front-line researchers and authors to submit original research and review articles on exploring Applied Sociology and Development. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:

• Children and youth studies
• Community and urban sociology
• Crime and deviance
• Environmental sociology
• Gender and sexuality
• Political sociology
• Race and ethnicity
• Rural sociology and development
• Social problems and issues
• Social stratification
• Social structure
• Sociology of health and science
• Work, organizations, and economics

Authors should read over the journal’s For Authors carefully before submission. Prospective authors should submit an electronic copy of their complete manuscript through the journal’s Paper Submission System.

Please kindly specify the “Special Issue” under your manuscript title. The research field “Special Issue - Applied Sociology and Development” should be selected during your submission.

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For further questions or inquiries, please contact Editorial Assistant at

aasoci@scirp.org.