Special Issue on "Deflection: A New Horizon for Police, Public Health, and Community"
The Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies in Human Rights and Science (JMSHRS), in partnership with the Police, Treatment, and Community Collaborative (PTACC), proudly announces a call for papers for our upcoming special issue titled "Deflection: A New Horizon for Police, Public Health, and Community." This edition aims to explore and expand the innovative strategy of Deflection, which diverts individuals with substance use disorders or mental health conditions from the criminal justice system into appropriate community-based services. Submit Here.
Why Deflection?Deflection offers a ground-breaking approach by which police and other emergency responders guide individuals with substance use disorders or mental health conditions away from the criminal justice system towards community-based support services. This transformative strategy is promising to enhance public health and safety, reduce stigma, and generate significant savings for justice systems worldwide. Yet, the evaluation of the effectiveness of Deflection is still emerging, even as more research (Mostly US based) comes out.
This Special Issue Will Focus On:- Creating and promoting open-access research on Deflection.
- Identifying challenges and opportunities for the refinement and growth of Deflection practices.
- Discussing the philosophical and current conceptualizations of Deflection.
- Disseminating knowledge and best practices to foster understanding and implementation of Deflection.
- Exploring the connections between Deflection and UN Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Good Health and Well-being), 5 (Gender Equality), 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions).
Scholars, practitioners, policymakers, activists, and other stakeholders who are engaged in or are studying the impacts and methodologies of Deflection. This collaborative issue aims to gather a corpus of multi-faceted research that can inform policy, practice, and public perception.
Submission Guidelines:- Article Length: Minimum of 1700 words.
- Formatting: Manuscripts must adhere to APA 7th style.
- Languages Accepted: English, Spanish, and German.
- Additional Requirements: An ORCID ID is strongly recommended for all contributors.
- Diamond Open Access: Immediate, free access to your work.
- Global Distribution: Your research will reach a worldwide audience through various academic databases and libraries.
- Interdisciplinary Exposure: Engage with a diverse readership ranging from academics to decision-makers.
All manuscripts should be submitted by December 15, 2024.
For detailed submission instructions, please visit our submission portal here.
Join Our Effort:Contribute to this essential research on Deflection. Help shape policies and practices that align with human dignity, public health, and societal welfare.
