Aims and Scope of Journal of Black Studies
Journal of Black Studies is a bimonthly peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes papers in the fields of social sciences and ethnic studies concerning African-American culture. The journal's editors-in-chief are Molefi Kete Asante (Temple University) and Ama Mazama (Temple University). The journal was established in 1970 and is currently published by SAGE Publications. Less
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| Overview | |
| Publisher | SAGE PUBLICATIONS INC |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Bi-monthly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Bi-monthly |
| Publication Start Year | 1970 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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