Work

Tackling the Lack of Territorial Diversity: Lessons from a Two-Year Supply-Side Intervention in Brazil

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: ABSTRACT Political science increasingly acknowledges the importance of diversifying the discipline, yet authors based in the Global South remain underrepresented in top international journals. Addressing this imbalance requires tackling both demand- and supply-side factors. Focusing on supply-side factors, we piloted the Writing Academy, a training and mentorship program for Brazilian political science doctoral students. Drawing on survey data from applicants, we examine the main barriers to internationalizing their research. We find that a lack of knowledge of the rules for international publications—not language—is the primary barrier to submissions to international journals. Pre- and post-intervention survey data indicate that the Writing Academy reduced unfamiliarity with academic journals and increased participants’ confidence in publishing their research in international journals. These findings suggest that targeted training and mentorship can reduce supply-side inequalities in global scholarly participation.

Source: PS Political Science & Politics

DOI: 10.1017/s104909652610256x

Authors: Victor Araújo, Malu A. C. Gatto, Magna Inácio

Institutions: University of Reading, University College London, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais

Language: English

Topic: Political Science Research and Education

Subfield: Political Science and International Relations

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Partnerships for the goals, Reduced inequalities, Quality education

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,550