By Jennifer Swan and Shannon Burton
JIOA Special Issue Editors

Dear Colleagues,

The events of the past two years have brought issues of Social Justice front and center in the United States. Visitors bring concerns related to the complex issues of identity, marginalization, and inclusion impacting their lives in both the workplace and in the classroom. Shepherding the resulting conflicts generates challenges as ombuds strive to stay neutral while considering the impact of social justice on conflict management.

This new special issue invites ombuds practitioners and researchers to submit papers, referencing engagement with Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Belonging. We welcome original quantitative and qualitative research as well as essays, case studies, interviews, and personal observations.

Please note that all the submitted papers must be within the general scope of the JOIA and submitted for review by 1 May 2023. Manuscripts may be sent to [email protected].

Information on manuscript submission including instructions for authors, as well as ethical expectations for authors can be found on the JIOA webpage.

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Best Wishes,

Jennifer Swann and Shannon Lynn Burton

JIOA Special Issue Editors