This journal publishes research on the voluntary sector, focusing on the diverse roles and impacts of volunteering and non-profit organizations. It examines how these organizations contribute to social integration, community resilience, and well-being, exploring themes of governance, funding, and professionalization. The scope includes analyses of volunteer motivations, experiences, and the relational dynamics within charitable work, as well as the strategic and operational challenges faced by non-profits in various contexts.
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⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Social Sciences (miscellaneous)Q2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary
Scopus Categories
Social Sciences (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Nonprofit Sector and VolunteeringCommunity Development and Social ImpactTourism, Volunteerism, and DevelopmentReligion, Society, and DevelopmentHealthcare innovation and challengesHousing, Finance, and NeoliberalismHomelessness and Social IssuesMental Health and Patient InvolvementPublic Policy and Administration ResearchSocial Work Education and Practice