Social Philosophy, in conjunction with the Center for Ethics, Peace and Social Justice, SUNY Cortland, explores theoretical and applied issues in contemporary social philosophy, drawing on a variety of philosophical traditions.
Social Philosophy is a special series in the Value Inquiry Book Series.
All submitted book proposals are peer reviewed by at least two readers.
Social Philosophy is co-sponsored by the Center for Ethics, Peace and Social Justice, Philosophy Department, SUNY Cortland.
Editor
Andrew Fitz-Gibbon, State University of New York, Cortland
Peer Review Policy
Brill’s series in Social Philosophy adheres to a double-anonymous peer review process wherever reasonably possible. In this model, both the author’s and the reviewer’s identities are concealed to promote fairness and reduce bias.
However, we recognize that in many academic disciplines—especially at senior levels—true anonymity is often difficult to maintain. Scholars frequently know one another’s work, and manuscripts based on conference presentations or long-term projects may be easily identifiable.
While objectivity remains a core value, we also acknowledge that informed and thoughtful critique often comes from those deeply familiar with an author’s work. Some of the most constructive reviews emerge from such engagement.
For this reason, the series emphasizes the integrity of the process with regards to edited collections from conference proceedings:
• Trust the volume editor’s judgment in selecting reviewers who are qualified, fair, and constructive.
• Trust the reviewers’ commitment to providing rigorous and respectful evaluations.
• Trust the peer review process to serve the advancement of high-quality, critical scholarship.
We are committed to fostering a fair, principled, and collegial review process in service of the scholarly community.