Special Issue on E-Governance in Urban Local Governance
Date limite : 30 juin 2025
The Journal of SOCRATES invites original research articles, case studies, and reviews for a special issue on “E-Governance in Urban Local Governance.” This special issue aims to explore the transformative role of digital technologies in urban governance, addressing both opportunities and challenges in implementing e-governance frameworks at the local level.
Scope and Topics
We welcome submissions on (but not limited to) the following topics:
- Digital Transformation in Urban Governance
- Smart cities and e-governance integration
- Public-private partnerships in e-governance
- AI, blockchain, and cloud computing in urban administration
- Citizen-Centric Services and Engagement
- Mobile governance (M-Governance) and digital inclusion
- Role of social media in urban administration
- Participatory democracy and online civic engagement
- Smart Service Delivery & Efficiency
- Automation of municipal services (e.g., tax collection, utilities, waste management)
- GIS-based urban planning and land management
- IoT applications for urban utilities (smart traffic management, smart lighting, etc.)
- Transparency, Accountability, and Security
- Blockchain for public service delivery and governance transparency
- Cybersecurity and data protection in digital urban governance
- Open data and its role in public accountability
- Challenges and Future Trends
- Overcoming digital skill gaps in local governance
- Cybersecurity risks in e-governance adoption
- Case studies of successful and failed e-governance initiatives
Important Dates
- Manuscript Submission Deadline: June 30, 2025
- Review and Selection: 1 July – 31 October 2025
- Author Notification: 1 November – 30 November 2025
- Publication Date: Last week of December 2025
How to Submit:
Authors are requested to submit their manuscripts online following the submission guidelines.
For queries, please contact editor@socratesjournal.com
