About the Journal

ISSN 3055-1412

The International Journal of Peace, Religion and Development Studies (IJPRDS) is an interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed, open-access international academic journal established under the International Academy for Religion and Peace Studies (IARPS), Berlin, Germany.

IJPRDS serves as a global scholarly platform dedicated to advancing knowledge and fostering dialogue on the interconnected dimensions of peace, religion, sustainable development, business, economics, governance, digital transformation, and the emerging impact of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Revolution on contemporary societies.

The journal recognises that the twenty-first century is characterised by unprecedented technological innovation, global interdependence, environmental challenges, geopolitical uncertainty, and social transformation. Addressing these complex challenges requires interdisciplinary approaches that integrate insights from the humanities, social sciences, business studies, economics, public policy, technology, and religious and ethical traditions.

IJPRDS welcomes original theoretical, empirical, policy-oriented, and comparative research that contributes to a deeper understanding of how peacebuilding, ethical leadership, religious values, economic development, entrepreneurship, innovation, digital transformation, and AI-driven systems can promote human well-being, social harmony, and sustainable prosperity.

Particular emphasis is placed on exploring the role of religion, spirituality, mindfulness, ethics, and intercultural dialogue in shaping responsible governance, inclusive economic growth, sustainable business practices, technological innovation, and human-centred development. The journal also seeks to advance scholarly debates on the opportunities and challenges created by digitalisation, Industry 4.0, artificial intelligence, platform economies, and the future of work in both developed and developing societies.

The journal encourages contributions from scholars, policymakers, business leaders, entrepreneurs, religious practitioners, civil society organisations, development professionals, and technology innovators seeking to bridge academic knowledge and practical solutions to contemporary global challenges.

IJPRDS publishes high-quality research articles, review papers, policy analyses, case studies, conceptual papers, book reviews, and special thematic issues. Through rigorous peer review and open-access dissemination, the journal aims to contribute to the advancement of peace, ethical governance, sustainable development, responsible innovation, and inclusive prosperity worldwide.

Core Areas of Interest

[1] Peace and Conflict Studies
[2] Religion, Spirituality, Ethics, and Society
[3] Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue
[4] Sustainable Development and the United Nations SDGs
[5] Development Studies and Global Development
[6] Political Economy and Inclusive Prosperity
[7] Business Administration and Strategic Management
[8] Economics, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
[9] Digital Transformation and Industry 4.0
[10] Artificial Intelligence and Society
[11] AI-Driven Business Transformation and Digital Economies
[12] Governance, Public Policy, and Institutional Development
[13] International Relations and Global Cooperation
[14] Mindfulness, Well-being, and Human Development
[15] Education, Leadership, and Organizational Development
[16] Social Innovation and Civil Society Development
[17] Sustainability, Climate Change, and Environmental Governance
[18] Technology, Ethics, and Human-Centred Innovation

 

Mission

[1] To promote high-quality interdisciplinary research on peace, religion, development, business, economics, and technology.
[2] To encourage dialogue between scholars, policymakers, practitioners, and community leaders across cultures and disciplines.
[3] To advance understanding of how ethical, spiritual, and human-centred values can contribute to sustainable development and responsible innovation.
[4] To provide evidence-based policy and managerial insights for addressing global challenges and opportunities.
[5] To support the creation of peaceful, prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable societies through knowledge dissemination and academic collaboration.

 

Guiding Philosophy

Peace in Mind – Prosperity in Society – Sustainability for Future Generations

The journal is guided by the belief that lasting peace, sustainable prosperity, and responsible technological advancement must be grounded in ethical values, human dignity, intercultural understanding, and a commitment to the common good.

 

Contact Information

Prof. Dr. Friedrich Willenkraft, International Academy for Religion and Peace Studies

iarpeacestudies@gmail.com