About the Journal
Founded in 1997 and currently classified as QUALIS B4, the Journal of Legal Sciences UEM [RCJ-UEM] is a quadrimestral journal dedicated to publishing original texts in the fields of Legal Science, Applied Social Sciences, and Human Sciences. Aligned with its editorial guidelines, the journal’s primary objective is to disseminate, both nationally and internationally, academic reflections and research on topics related to the protection of minorities and vulnerable groups. RCJ-UEM seeks to welcome high-quality studies that provide in-depth and innovative analyses on the defense and promotion of the rights of marginalized populations, encouraging scientific production that can influence public policies and inclusive legal practices.
Editorial Lines
1. Protection of Minorities and Vulnerable Groups
This editorial line aims to investigate and analyze the nature, historicity, foundation, and legitimacy of the protection of minorities and vulnerable groups, both in their state dimension (jurisdiction) and non-state dimension (alternative mechanisms). It seeks to understand the permanent demands of society in light of the increasing scientific and technological complexity and their relationship with the fundamental rights and guarantees of these subjects, which are legally defined and limited within a spatiotemporal context. Research in this area aims to propose new solutions tailored to the specific needs of such groups, often overlooked by traditional legal structures. Individual, collective, and meta-individual dimensions are considered, particularly concerning minorities and vulnerable groups. The materialization of these protections is understood as a continuous process, subject to progress and setbacks, requiring constant vigilance and critical, propositional, and evaluative approaches to the processes that legitimize or delegitimize these groups. Understanding the knowledge and practices that influence these processes is essential to identifying causes and potential solutions to problems, as well as preserving and disseminating successful experiences related to these subjects.
2. Emancipatory Phenomena
The editorial line on Emancipatory Phenomena is fundamental for understanding the complex social realities experienced by human communities. Despite its significance, this topic remains underexplored at the stricto sensu postgraduate level, highlighting the importance of this approach. The objective is to deepen the study of minorities and vulnerable groups, not only by identifying and defining them but also by establishing criteria for the knowledge and practices that enable the effective protection of their fundamental rights and guarantees. This critical, propositional, and evaluative study seeks to ensure that those not yet included or forgotten by institutionalized law and dignified social life have their needs met. The integration of knowledge, practices, and experiences produced by these subjects aims to track the consolidation of their movements toward political and social recognition, transforming their experiences into objective data that provide scholars with a comprehensive perspective on the problems and solutions that enhance the protection and participation of these minorities and vulnerable groups in the political and social life of the country. Thus, this line of research seeks to promote inclusion, well-being, and dignity under equal conditions in their struggles for recognition.
We invite researchers, academics, and professionals to submit their works to the Journal of Legal Sciences UEM [RCJ-UEM]. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the fields of Legal Science, Applied Social Sciences, and Human Sciences, especially on topics related to the protection of minorities and vulnerable groups. With its solid tradition and commitment to academic excellence, RCJ-UEM provides a prestigious platform for disseminating original and innovative research. By publishing with us, you will be engaging in a vital scientific dialogue and promoting the development of inclusive public policies and legal practices. Join this collective effort to expand understanding and advocacy for the rights of marginalized populations and help build a more just and equitable future.
