The Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute welcomes the submission of papers on any branch of anthropology. Further details of the aims and scope of the journal can be found here. Authors are asked to consult the JRAI’s Author Guidelines.
We are unable to give feedback on pre-submission manuscripts. However we are happy to give general guidance if you are uncertain whether a piece would be suitable for the journal. Please contact the Editorial Assistant in the first instance who can direct you to the most suitable editor.
How to submit
JRAI articles are processed electronically via the online platform Editorial Manager. To submit an article, click the button below to be redirected to Editorial Manager.
Users should register and log in under “Author Login“, from where you can select “Submit New Manuscript“. The platform will then guide you through each step towards submission. For any queries on the submission process on Editorial Manager, please contact the Editorial Assistant on jrai@therai.org.uk.
Submitting proposals to the JRAI Special Issue
Articles for the Special Issue should be sent directly via email to the RAI’s Publications Officer, at publications@therai.org.uk. Full details of the Special Issue process will be published here when the competition window opens.
Submitting Book & Film Reviews
Completed book/film reviews and review essays to be featured in the JRAI should be sent directly via email to the Publications Officer at publications@therai.org.uk.