Revista del CLAD Reforma y Democracia

Scope & Guideline

Illuminating Pathways to Democratic Development

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of Revista del CLAD Reforma y Democracia with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageSpanish
ISSN1315-2378
PublisherCLAD-LATINOAMERICANO ADMINISTRACION DESARROLLO
Support Open AccessNo
CountryVenezuela
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2008 to 2023 (coverage discontinued in Scopus)
AbbreviationREV CLAD REFORMA DEM / Rev. CLAD Reforma Democr.
Frequency3 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressAV PRINCIPAL LOS CHORROS, CRUCE CON AV 6, CASA CLAD, URB LOS CHORROS, PO 4181, CARACAS 1071, CARACAS 1010-A, VENEZUELA

Aims and Scopes

The 'Revista del CLAD Reforma y Democracia' is dedicated to advancing the understanding of public administration, governance, and democratic reforms in Latin America and beyond. The journal emphasizes empirical research, theoretical frameworks, and comparative analyses to foster dialogue on effective public policies and management practices.
  1. Public Administration and Governance:
    The journal explores various aspects of public administration, focusing on governance structures, public policy development, and the effectiveness of governmental institutions.
  2. Democratic Reforms:
    It aims to analyze and promote democratic reforms, assessing their impact on governance and public sector performance across different countries.
  3. Public Policy Evaluation:
    A key focus is on evaluating public policies, examining methodologies and frameworks to assess outcomes and improve public sector interventions.
  4. Citizen Participation and Engagement:
    The journal highlights the importance of citizen participation in governance, exploring participatory approaches and the role of public opinion in shaping policies.
  5. Corruption and Integrity:
    Research on corruption prevention, integrity in public management, and accountability mechanisms is a significant area of inquiry, promoting transparency and ethical governance.
  6. Technological Integration in Governance:
    With the rise of digital governance, the journal investigates the implications of technology, including artificial intelligence and open data, on public administration.
The journal reflects evolving trends and emerging themes in public administration and governance, showcasing a proactive approach to contemporary challenges. This section outlines the key areas gaining focus in recent publications.
  1. Digital Governance and Technology:
    There is a significant increase in research related to digital governance, including the use of artificial intelligence, open data, and technology's role in public administration.
  2. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
    The alignment of public policies with the 2030 Agenda and SDGs is becoming a prominent theme, emphasizing the importance of sustainable governance practices.
  3. Participatory Governance Models:
    Emerging frameworks that enhance citizen engagement in governance are gaining attention, reflecting a broader trend towards inclusivity and collaborative policy-making.
  4. Comparative Analyses of Democratic Quality:
    Recent publications show a growing interest in comparative studies of democratic quality and governance across different regions, providing insights into best practices.
  5. Corruption Prevention and Integrity Mechanisms:
    Research focusing on innovative integrity measures and corruption prevention strategies is trending, addressing the need for accountability in public administration.

Declining or Waning

While the journal has consistently addressed a broad range of topics, certain themes appear to be declining in prominence over recent years. This section highlights such waning areas, indicating a shift in focus or interest within the field.
  1. Traditional Public Administration Models:
    There is a noticeable decrease in publications focusing on traditional public administration theories, as newer models emphasizing digital governance and participatory approaches gain traction.
  2. Historical Analyses of Governance:
    Research that primarily focuses on historical governance structures and practices is becoming less frequent, with a shift towards contemporary issues and future-oriented analyses.
  3. Sector-Specific Studies:
    While sector-specific studies were once prevalent, there is a trend towards more integrated and systemic analyses of public policies across various sectors, leading to a decline in isolated studies.
  4. Local Government Challenges:
    Themes specifically addressing local government challenges have waned, possibly as the journal shifts towards broader regional issues and comparative analyses.
  5. Conventional Evaluation Frameworks:
    Traditional evaluation frameworks are being overshadowed by innovative methodologies that incorporate participatory and community-driven approaches.

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