Scientific Mandate & Global Vision

Aims & Scope

Published by The House of Quantum Networks (THoQN)

Advancing the holistic health and well-being of women, neonates, children, and adolescents across the lifespan.

JoWaCH is a quarterly journal at the forefront of clinical practice and public health. We provide a rigorous, multi-disciplinary platform for high-quality research that influences policy, clinical outcomes, and global health equity.

COMMITMENT TO SPEED & EFFICIENCY

Our commitment to fast and efficient publication relies on open communication and timely responses from the authors. The **Submission Portal** serves as the primary communication channel; authors are mandated to monitor it frequently throughout the review cycle.

Editorial Note: JoWaCH is open to considering manuscripts exploring any aspect of Women’s and Child Health (WCH), even if not explicitly listed in the core sections below, provided the work aligns with our global mission of improving well-being.
Core Strategic Focus Areas

Women's Health

Reproductive health, chronic diseases, gender equity, occupational risks, and mental health across the female lifespan.

Child & Neonatal Health

Nutrition, immunization, infectious diseases, and early childhood development (ECD) for neonates and young children.

Global Health Policy

Universal health coverage (UHC), bioethics, sustainable financing, and digital health innovations in LMICs.

Scientific Domain Architecture: Sections & Subsections
1. Women's Health

Addressing health across the lifespan, from reproductive issues to chronic disease management.

Reproductive Health: Family planning, contraception, safe abortion access, maternal morbidity, SRHR education. Chronic Diseases & NCDs: Mental health, nutrition, physical activity, and gender disparities in healthcare access. Gender Equity & Empowerment: Gender-based violence, economic empowerment, and leadership promotion. Occupational Health: Maternal health in the workplace and gendered occupational risks. 2. Child Health

Covering the health, nutrition, and development of children globally.

Nutrition & Malnutrition: Infant feeding, micronutrient deficiencies, and food fortification programs. Injuries & Disabilities: Prevention strategies, rehabilitation, and social integration. Vaccines & Immunization: Development for neglected diseases and overcoming vaccine hesitancy. Early Childhood Development (ECD): Play-based learning and early intervention programs. 3. Global Women & Child Health (WCH)

Health systems, policy, bioethics, and challenges in fragile states.

Universal Health Coverage (UHC): Financing and strategies for equitable access. Conflict Zones & Fragile States: Strengthening MCH care in affected areas. Digital Health & Technology: AI applications in LMICs and addressing digital literacy gaps. Bioethics & Reproductive Technologies: Ethical considerations and technological accessibility. 4. Adolescent Health

Focusing on the unique physiological and social needs of adolescents.

SRHR Education: Comprehensive sexuality education and health policy alignment. Mental Health & Well-being: Substance use prevention and social determinants of health. Nutrition & Physical Activity: Healthy lifestyle interventions and NCD risk reduction. 5. Environmental Health & Climate Change

Environmental determinants affecting the health of women and children.

Impact of Climate Change on WCH: Analyzing effects on vulnerable populations. Climate-Resilient Care: Systems adaptation and sustainable healthcare solutions. Environmental Risk Mitigation: Air pollution, water quality, and advocacy. 6. Emergency Medicine

Acute care, trauma, and disaster management for women and neonates.

Maternal & Neonatal Emergency: Obstetric emergencies, pre-eclampsia, and neonatal resuscitation. Pediatric Emergency: Management of acute illness, respiratory distress, and pediatric trauma. Disaster Preparedness: MCH care in natural disasters, pandemics, and conflict. Emergency Medical Systems: Strengthening pre-hospital care in LMICs.

Cross-Cutting Themes & Potential Interests

  • Role of men and boys in WCH
  • Intergenerational aspects of WCH
  • Cultural contexts and practices
  • Technology and innovation impact

EDITORIAL INTEGRITY MANDATE

JoWaCH prioritizes absolute transparency. In-house submissions from editorial board members undergo rigorous independent review by unbiased editors. Fair and ethical treatment is the baseline for every manuscript handled by THoQN.

Contribute to Global Well-being

If your work falls within the broad scope of Women’s and Child Health, we welcome your contribution to advancing knowledge and improving health outcomes globally.