International Journal of Human Rights

metrics 2024

Fostering Global Dialogue on Human Rights Challenges

Introduction

The International Journal of Human Rights is a prestigious academic publication focusing on critical issues within the realm of human rights, law, sociology, and political science. Published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, this journal garners a significant reputation with a 2023 impact factor ranking it in the second quartile (Q2) within both the law and sociology categories. The journal provides a vital platform for researchers and scholars to disseminate original research, theoretical discussions, and comparative studies on pressing human rights concerns globally. With an impressive standing reflected in its Scopus ranks, placing it in the 84th and 72nd percentiles for law and sociology respectively, the journal plays an essential role in advancing the discourse on human rights. While it is not an open access publication, the journal prioritizes high-quality content and rigorous peer review, ensuring that it meets the academic standards demanded by its audience of researchers, professionals, and students committed to the advancement of human rights within diverse contexts.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.32
Journal Impact Factor1.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.50
H-Index35
Journal IF Without Self1.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.53
Influence0.66
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life5.50
Citing Half Life9.80
JCI1.41
Total Documents1021
WOS Total Citations1223
SCIMAGO Total Citations2879
SCIMAGO SELF Citations62
Scopus Journal Rank0.32
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.52
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.76
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.71

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Law in Social Sciences
Rank #156/1025
Percentile 84.78
Quartile Q1
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #408/1466
Percentile 72.17
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

LAW
Rank 113/421
Percentile 73.30
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

LAW
Rank 68/421
Percentile 83.85
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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