South African Journal on Human Rights

metrics 2024

Advancing the discourse on human rights in South Africa and beyond.

Introduction

The South African Journal on Human Rights is a distinguished academic publication focusing on critical issues surrounding human rights, law, and sociology within the South African context and beyond. Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd, this journal has been a vital platform for scholarly discourse since its inception in 1986, covering significant developments and research in related fields. With a 2023 ranking of Q3 in both Law and Sociology and Political Science categories, the journal has established its relevance in the global academic landscape, providing valuable insights and fostering dialogue among researchers, professionals, and students alike. Although it operates under a subscription model, it remains committed to upholding the highest standards of scholarly rigor and inclusivity in access to knowledge. The journal aims to address pressing societal issues while contributing to the advancement of human rights scholarship, ensuring that critical voices and research continue to shape the discourse in this essential area.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.16
Journal Impact Factor0.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.80
H-Index15
Journal IF Without Self0.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.07
Influence0.41
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life13.70
Citing Half Life10.50
JCI0.53
Total Documents376
WOS Total Citations267
SCIMAGO Total Citations412
SCIMAGO SELF Citations82
Scopus Journal Rank0.16
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.35
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.39
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.55

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Law in Social Sciences
Rank #613/1025
Percentile 40.20
Quartile Q3
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #1018/1466
Percentile 30.56
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

LAW
Rank 267/421
Percentile 36.70
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

LAW
Rank 229/421
Percentile 45.61
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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