Contribute to the Philippine Natural Resources Law Journal

The Philippine Natural Resources Law Journal (PhilNaJur) is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to fostering scholarly discourse on the legal, policy, social, and economic dimensions of natural resource governance in the Philippines. PhilNaJur serves as a platform for analyzing the intersection of law, sustainability, and social justice—particularly in relation to indigenous rights, environmental protection, energy and climate policies, and the equitable management of land, water, and mineral resources.

PhilNaJur prioritizes research that:

Advances Legal and Policy Frameworks: Examines the effectiveness, gaps, and innovations in Philippine natural resources law, including compliance with international commitments (e.g., climate agreements, UNDRIP).
Engages Interdisciplinary Perspectives: Bridges law with economics, anthropology, and environmental science to address complex challenges like biodiversity loss, extractive industries, and climate change.
Amplifies Marginalized Voices: Highlights the rights and roles of indigenous peoples, local communities, and other stakeholders in resource governance and decision-making.
Promotes Evidence-Based Solutions: Features empirical studies, case analyses, and comparative research to inform policymaking and advocacy.

By curating peer-reviewed articles, commentaries, and special thematic issues, PhilNaJur contributes to the national and global dialogue on sustainable development, environmental justice, and the rule of law. The journal invites contributions from legal scholars, practitioners, scientists, and community advocates committed to reimagining equitable and ecologically sound futures for the Philippines’ natural heritage.

Submission guidelines

All submissions should be in .doc format.

As a separate document, submit the following:

A. Title page

The title page should contain:

Manuscript title
The name of author/s and location of institution/s where the work was conducted and a footnote for any author/s' current address if different from where the work was conducted.
Acknowledgements

B. Main text

The main text should contain:

Title Page
Include the complete manuscript title
Provide an abstract (no more than 250 words)
List 6 keywords/phrases

Main Text Structure

The main text must follow a clear, numbered structure: Introduction, content sections (with up to three heading levels: e.g., 2, 2.1, 2.1.1), and Conclusion. Place figures/tables near their first mention, with numbered captions. Include complete references in journal style. Maintain consistent labeling throughout.

Anonymization Requirements

To ensure blind peer review, authors must remove all identifying information from the manuscript. This includes deleting institutional affiliations, funding acknowledgments, and any personal acknowledgments. When citing previous work by the authors, replace standard citations with "[Author citation]" to maintain anonymity. The manuscript should contain no elements that could reveal the authors' identities to reviewers.

Reference Formatting Guidelines

Authors may use any consistent citation style for initial submission. However, if the manuscript is accepted, the author is responsible for ensuring all references conform to APA 7th edition formatting prior to publication.

Review Process

You may read the review process through this document.