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Title [Call for Applications] Editorial Board of Journal of Global Martial Arts and Society (Deadline: September 25, 2026)

  • Date
    2026-08-20
 
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[Call for Applications] Editorial Board of
Journal of Global Martial Arts and Society

The International Centre of Martial Arts for Youth Development and Engagement under the auspices of UNESCO (ICM) is a UNESCO Category 2 Centre established by an agreement between the Republic of Korea government and UNESCO. We are committed to promoting youth development and engagement through martial arts-based capacity building programmes, while advancing and disseminating academic knowledge in martial arts and related disciplines.

As part of these efforts, ICM is launching a new open access, peer-reviewed journal, Global Martial Arts and Society, to lead international scholarly discourse and interdisciplinary research in martial arts and related fields. We cordially invite scholars and experts with expertise and passion to join our inaugural Editorial Board, to lay the foundation and shape the future of this journal. We welcome eligible applicants from all around the world!

□ Eligibility & Qualifications

  ㅇ Minimum Requirements

    - PhD or equivalent research degree holder in a relevant field

    - Good command of English

  ㅇ Preferred Qualifications

    - Outstanding research output and academic impact

    - Extensive experience in reviewing and editing scholarly manuscripts

    - Strong background in academic activities

      (presenting papers or organising conferences)

□ Key Responsibilities

  ㅇ Recommending or assigning suitable reviewers for submitted manuscripts

  ㅇ Making final publication decisions on peer review results

  ㅇ Soliciting manuscripts, planning special issues, and promoting the journal

  ㅇ Contributing to the overall operaitons and development of the journal

□ Working Format: Online (virtual meeting and written correspondence)

□ Term of Office: Three years from the date of appointment (renewable)

□ Benefits

  ㅇ Official Certificate of Appointment

  ㅇ Representation as an Editorial Board member
      (on the journal website and publications)

  ㅇ Participation in journal planning and operations

  ㅇ Support for global academic networking

  ㅇ Honorarium for Editorial Board activities

□ How to Apply: Complete and submit the application form via Google Form

□ Application Period: August 19 - September 25, 2026

   (Korean Standard Time 23:59)

□ Notification of Selection: Selected applicants will be notified individually
   (mid October, 2026)

□ Contact: Research and Development Team of ICM

   (kh.lee@unescoicm.org, +82 43 845 6750)