Call for Book Chapters- MJS Publishing House

Organization: MJS Publishing House

Book Title: “The Age of Harm: Witnessing the Vulnerable – Women, Children, and Elders – Amid Social Upheaval”
(An edited book with ISBN No.)

Editor: Sania Siddiqui

Structural violence and everyday harm faced by women, children, and elders in unequal societies
Normalization of abuse within families and communities during prolonged social stress

Economic insecurity, poverty, and feminization of vulnerability in times of crisis

Breakdown of family systems and its impact on care, protection, and dependency

Invisible suffering of caregivers, single mothers, and elderly women

Institutional apathy and systemic failure in protecting vulnerable populations

Impact of pandemics, climate change, and disasters on vulnerable lives

Criminal justice responses to violence against women, children, and elders

Chatbots and virtual agents in surveillance, policing, and dependency

Cultural practices and traditions as sites of both protection and harm

Gender, age, and power dynamics in conflict and post-conflict societies

Silencing, stigma, and barriers to reporting abuse and exploitation

Role of education in prevention, awareness, and empowerment of vulnerable groups

Child soldiers, child refugees, and children in armed conflict zones

Elderly persons in institutions: neglect, dignity, and human rights concerns

Word Limit: 5,000–6,000 words
(Excluding footnotes and references)
Formatting Style:
- Times New Roman
- 12 pt font
- 1.3 line spacing
- Justified alignment
Referencing Style: Indian Law Institute (ILI)
Authorship: Maximum 2 authors per chapter

Last Date for Chapter Submission:
🗓 15 March 2026
Publication Fee: None
Mode of Submission:
📩 Email your full chapter to: saniasiddiqui23@gmail.com