Interviews with Researchers
This section offers a curated and reliable window into specialized expertise and scholarly knowledge. Its primary purpose is not entertainment or the superficial transmission of opinions, but the systematic extraction of analytically grounded insights from researchers, academics, policy practitioners, and community leaders. The interviews are designed to generate content of clear value for researchers, policymakers, and informed readers interested in the analysis of Suwayda and its related legal, political, and social issues.
The interviews aim to uncover the analytical frameworks employed by the interlocutors, their research methodologies, critical conclusions, and practical recommendations, thereby contributing to informed and structured debate.
Invited Participants (Selection Criteria)
Participants are selected based on academic credibility, professional expertise, and relevance to the thematic focus of the magazine. They may include:
Established researchers and university professors in relevant disciplines (history, sociology, political science, law, economics).
Policy practitioners at the local or national level, including individuals with direct experience in public administration or civil society organizations.
Local leaders or reference figures capable of providing institutionally or historically grounded perspectives on Suwayda.
Selection prioritizes academic rigor or demonstrated professional competence, while also encouraging methodological diversity, social representation, and intergenerational perspectives.
Interview Structure and Editorial Specifications
Length:
Written interviews: approximately 1,200–2,500 words (editorially curated text).
Audio/video interviews: 20–45 minutes, accompanied by a written analytical summary.
Introduction (100–150 words): contextualizes the interview by presenting the guest, explaining their relevance, and outlining the core analytical questions.
Prepared Questions (6–10 questions), covering:
Methodological and intellectual background.
The interviewee’s analytical reading of the issue.
Empirical, documentary, or field-based examples.
Critical assessment of existing policies or practices.
Practical recommendations and directions for future research.
Conclusion: synthesizes key points and formulates open questions for further scholarly inquiry.
Explicit references and quotations are integrated into the text or provided through explanatory footnotes when necessary.
Interview Style and Editorial Policy
The section favors in-depth, causal questioning (why / how) rather than purely descriptive inquiries.
The interviewee’s statements are not substantively altered. Editorial intervention is limited to removing repetition, clarifying overly complex formulations, and correcting language, with the interviewee informed of any substantive editorial changes.
Publication follows the interviewee’s final approval of the edited version. Where appropriate, the text includes a note such as: “Published after review and verification by the interviewee.”
Ethical and Legal Considerations
Written or electronic consent is obtained prior to conducting and publishing the interview.
Clear clarification is provided regarding citation, republication rights, and ownership of recorded material.
When sensitive or personal information is discussed, non-disclosure principles are applied, or the material is published in a summarized form that protects sources.
Editorial neutrality is strictly respected, in line with the magazine’s publishing policy, avoiding unsubstantiated evaluative statements.
Research Integration and Methodological Stimulation
Each interview is accompanied by a brief contextual framework linking the interviewee’s statements to relevant literature or local developments. This may include selected references, analytical footnotes, and suggested further readings.
Whenever possible, referenced documents or data (e.g., legal texts, field reports) are provided through direct links or archival notes.
Guest Proposals and Submission Process
The section welcomes proposals from readers, researchers, and members of the editorial board.
Proposals should include a short biography of the proposed guest, a justification of relevance, and suggested thematic axes for the interview.
The editorial board evaluates proposals based on objectivity, research relevance, and diversity considerations.
Formal Submission Guidelines (for Interviewers or Contributors)
Proposals should be sent to: info@swaidamag.com
, including a brief CV and a 100–200 word outline of proposed themes.
Upon acceptance, contributors receive detailed editorial guidelines, including preparatory readings, preliminary questions, and available formats (recorded or written interview).
Brief Summary for Readers
The Interviews section constitutes a structured intellectual space dedicated to producing analytically valuable dialogues rather than transient statements. It bridges empirical experience and academic reflection, offering reliable and citable resources that can inform future research on Suwayda and related fields.
