Submissions

1.  Manuscript Formatting

1.1

Format and Page Layout

- Manuscripts must be prepared using Microsoft Word on A4-size paper. The manuscript should not exceed 15 pages, including the abstract, tables, and figures, but excluding the reference list.
- Manuscripts should be prepared using TH Sarabun New font in black, with font sizes specified in the journal's manuscript template. Line spacing should be set to single spacing.
- Page margins should be set as follows:
     Top and left margins: 1.25 inches (3.175 cm)
     Bottom and right margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm)
- Paragraph indentation should be made using one Tab.
- Text should be formatted using Thai Distributed Alignment.
- Arabic numerals should be used for section numbering and page numbers.
- The journal's manuscript template can be downloaded from: Manuscript Submission Template

1.2

Author Information

- The manuscript must provide complete and accurate information for all authors, including their full names in both Thai and English, affiliations, and the names of their institutions or universities. Superscript numbers should be used to clearly indicate each author's affiliation.
- The Corresponding Author must be clearly identified by providing their full name and email address. The author information provided in the manuscript must be consistent with the information entered in the ThaiJO submission system.

1.3

Abstract and Keywords

- The abstract must be written as a single paragraph and should be 250–350 words in length. The Thai and English abstracts should convey consistent content. For manuscripts written in Thai, both Thai and English abstracts are required. For manuscripts written in English, a Thai abstract is not required.
- Each abstract must include 3–5 keywords, separated by commas (,).

2   Tables and Figures

2.1

Tables

- Tables should be included only when necessary and appropriate for presenting the study findings or supporting the content of the manuscript. Each manuscript should contain no more than 8 tables. Information presented in tables should not duplicate information presented in the main text or figures.
- Tables must be clearly organized, legible, and of sufficient quality for publication. Authors should prepare tables using data generated from their own study or data and sources that may be used appropriately in accordance with academic standards and applicable copyright laws.
- Where a table is created by the authors based on data from their own study, the source should be indicated as appropriate, for example, “Source: Author (Year)” or “Source: Author et al. (Year).”
- Where a table is synthesized or adapted from other sources, the source must be clearly acknowledged beneath the table in accordance with APA 7th Edition. The nature of the adaptation or synthesis should also be indicated appropriately, for example, “Developed by Author (Year) based on...”, together with the relevant reference(s). Authors are responsible for checking the terms of use and intellectual property rights associated with the original source before using the material.
- Where a table is reproduced directly from another source, the source must be fully acknowledged in accordance with APA 7th Edition. Authors must verify the applicable copyright and permission requirements before publication. Where permission from the copyright holder is required, authors must obtain such permission prior to submission and provide the editorial team with evidence of permission for consideration before publication.

2.2

Figures

- Figures must be clear, legible, and of sufficient quality for publication. All details and visual elements must be clearly discernible. Figures should be relevant to and necessary for presenting the content of the manuscript.
- The journal does not permit the use of Generative AI to create figures for manuscripts. Figures should be created or developed by the authors using appropriate methods that do not infringe copyright or other intellectual property rights. Examples include photographs taken by the authors, diagrams or illustrations created using properly licensed software, or figures developed from the authors' own study data and appropriately cited sources.
- Where a figure is created by the authors based on their own data or study, the source should be indicated as appropriate, for example, “Source: Author (Year)” or “Source: Author et al. (Year).”
- Where a figure is synthesized or adapted from another source, the source must be clearly acknowledged in accordance with APA 7th Edition, and the nature of the adaptation or synthesis must be stated appropriately, for example, “Developed by Author (Year) based on...”, together with the relevant reference(s). Authors are responsible for checking the terms of use and intellectual property rights associated with the original source before using the figure.
- Where a figure is reproduced directly from another source, the source must be fully acknowledged in accordance with APA 7th Edition. Authors must verify the applicable copyright and permission requirements before publication. Where permission from the copyright holder is required, authors must obtain such permission prior to submission and provide the editorial team with evidence of permission for consideration before publication.

3   Research Ethics

- Research articles involving human participants or animals must have received ethical approval from the relevant ethics committee or have been granted an exemption from ethical review in accordance with the requirements of the relevant institution or authority.
- Authors must upload the relevant ethical approval or exemption documentation to the ThaiJO system during the submission process and clearly state the ethical approval or exemption information in the manuscript.

4.  References and Language

- In-text citations and the reference list must consistently follow the APA 7th Edition style. Authors are encouraged to prioritize current and relevant sources, particularly contemporary research related to the topic of the study. Foundational theories, concepts, and seminal works that remain academically relevant and widely recognized may also be cited as appropriate. Further information on referencing can be found in the APA 7th Edition Referencing Guidelines
- The language used in the manuscript must be accurate, clear, and appropriate for academic writing, including grammar, terminology, and overall organization and presentation.

5.  Originality and Author Declaration

- When submitting a manuscript through the ThaiJO system, authors must confirm that the manuscript is an original work, has not been previously published or disseminated in any journal or other publication, and is not currently under consideration for publication elsewhere.
- Authors must include the declaration specified by the journal in the “Comments for the Editor” field of the ThaiJO submission system.
- The following declaration is recommended:

Author Declaration

“I/we hereby certify that the manuscript submitted for consideration by Sahasat: Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities is an original work prepared by me/us. The manuscript has not been previously published or disseminated in any journal or other publication and is not currently under consideration for publication in any other journal or publication outlet.

I/we further certify that the content, data, and findings presented in the manuscript comply with academic standards and that no work or material belonging to others has been used without appropriate citation or permission as required by applicable laws and academic standards. If it is subsequently determined that the manuscript involves duplicate publication, substantial overlap, or infringement of intellectual property rights, I/we agree to assume responsibility for the matter as appropriate.

I/we confirm that I/we have read and agree to comply with the policies, requirements, and manuscript review guidelines of Sahasat: Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities. I/we also agree that the editorial team may review, edit, and make necessary formatting adjustments to the manuscript to ensure compliance with the journal's standards, as appropriate.”

6.  Manuscript Submission and Communication

6.1

Manuscript Submission through the ThaiJO System

- The journal receives and processes manuscript submissions through the ThaiJO online journal system. Authors are required to submit their manuscripts and all relevant supporting documents through the system in accordance with the procedures and requirements specified by the journal.
- Prior to submission, authors should carefully verify the completeness and accuracy of their manuscripts, supporting documents, and all information required for submission.
- Authors may monitor the status of their manuscripts through the ThaiJO system and should regularly check notifications and messages from the journal to ensure that any required actions are completed within the specified timeframe.

6.2

Entry and Verification of Information in the ThaiJO System

- The submitting author must enter complete and accurate information for all authors in the ThaiJO system, including their full names, institutional affiliations in both Thai and English, and individual email addresses, as well as the information of the Corresponding Author, as required by the system.
- The submitting author must provide complete article information in the ThaiJO system, including the article title, abstract, keywords, funding information, and any other information required by the system.
- All information entered in the ThaiJO system must be consistent with the information presented in the manuscript, particularly the names and order of authors, institutional affiliations, article title, abstract, keywords, and other relevant information.
- The submitting author must verify the accuracy and completeness of all information entered in the ThaiJO system before confirming the submission of the manuscript for consideration.
- If the information provided in the ThaiJO system is incomplete, inaccurate, or inconsistent with the manuscript, the Editorial Board may return the manuscript to the submitting author for correction before it proceeds to the review process.
- Any amendment or change to author information after manuscript submission must comply with the journal’s policies and requirements and may require supporting documentation or confirmation from the relevant authors, as appropriate. Such requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Editor.

6.3

Communication with the Editorial Board

- Communication between the journal and authors will primarily be conducted through the ThaiJO system and the email address registered in the system. Authors are therefore advised to regularly check their ThaiJO accounts, email inboxes, and junk/spam folders.
- If authors do not receive notifications or emails from the journal, or if they have any questions regarding manuscript submission or the review process, they may contact the Editorial Board at shmujournal@gmail.com.
- In cases requiring urgent communication regarding a manuscript, authors may provide a mobile telephone number in the “Comments for the Editor” field. Such information will be used solely for communication concerning the manuscript and will be kept confidential as appropriate.

7.  Authors' Responsibilities

- Authors are responsible for the content, data, findings, and opinions presented in their manuscripts. Any errors, inaccuracies, or deficiencies associated with the manuscript shall remain the responsibility of the relevant authors.
- Authors are responsible for complying with all requirements and procedures established by the journal, including making revisions and submitting required documents within the specified timeframe. Failure to comply with the journal's requirements or to complete the required actions within the specified timeframe may result in the editorial team terminating the review process or rejecting the manuscript for publication, as appropriate, without prior notice.

- Authors must disclose any Conflict of Interest that may influence the content, findings, or interpretation of the study to the editorial team.

8.  Use of Published Articles

- Copyright in articles published in Sahasat: Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities is held by the journal. The journal permits the use of published articles, or parts thereof, for educational purposes, provided that the authors, article title, and source are properly and fully acknowledged.
- Any use of a published article, or any part thereof, for commercial purposes, commercial exploitation, or any activity intended to generate revenue, whether in whole or in part, requires prior written permission from the editorial team. Permission shall be granted at the discretion of the Editor and may be subject to additional terms or conditions, as appropriate.