• Overview of the publishing house

Southern Cross Academic Publishing is an emerging, forward thinking open-access publishing house committed to making academic knowledge accessible to everyone. Founded with a clear mission to break down barriers to scholarly communication, SCAP provides authors especially early-career researchers and those from underrepresented regions with an affordable, supportive, and ethically grounded platform to share their work.

Built on the core values of Open Access, integrity, transparency, and ethical publishing, our publishing house is dedicated to empowering global research communities. We believe that knowledge grows stronger when it is freely shared, widely accessible, and not limited by financial constraints. For this reason, all our publications operate under a 100% Open Access model, supported by affordable or low-cost article processing fees, ensuring that quality research remains within reach for all scholars.

We welcome contributions across a broad multi-disciplinary scope, encouraging collaboration, innovation, and cross field dialogue. Every submission undergoes a rigorous single blind peer review in line with COPE ethical standards, ensuring fairness, objectivity, and research excellence.

Looking ahead, Southern Cross Academic Publishing aims to establish itself as a trusted and internationally recognized open access platform. Our long-term vision includes achieving indexing in major global databases such as Scopus and DOAJ, while maintaining a strong commitment to quality, ethics, and accessibility.

With a global perspective and an unwavering belief in the power of shared knowledge, Southern Cross Academic Publishing strives to serve as a guiding light for researchers worldwide helping their work reach wider audiences and contribute meaningfully to academic progress.

• Who We Are

Southern Cross Academic Publishing is founded for academic publishing to establish a highly reputable, accessible, and ethically grounded academic publishing venue. Inspired by the Southern Cross constellation a symbol of guidance, clarity, and global reach we work together to create a publishing platform where research can thrive beyond borders, barriers, and financial constraints.

We were founded with a simple but powerful belief: knowledge should be open, affordable, and available to everyone. Our journey began with the desire to break longstanding obstacles in academic publishing, introduce fair and affordable Open Access opportunities, and support researchers from all backgrounds. Our passion lies in promoting transparent, ethical, and inclusive scholarly communication that uplifts the global research community.

At the core of our identity are the principles of Open Access, integrity, and transparency. Guided by COPE aligned ethical standards, we embrace multidisciplinary openness and welcome submissions from a wide range of academic fields. We are committed to creating an environment where diverse scholarly voices can be heard and respected.

Our dedication extends deeply to authors and reviewers. We actively support early career academics by offering fair and unbiased single-blind peer review, fast and respectful communication, and affordable or low-cost APCs, including waiver programs for authors from developing regions. We believe that high-quality publishing should not be restricted by financial limitations.

Our editorial approach is built on strong oversight, rigorous quality control, and the expertise of independent, qualified reviewers. This ensures that every published manuscript meets high academic and ethical standards while maintaining fairness throughout the review process.

With a long-term global vision, Southern Cross Academic Publishing aims to grow into a trusted international hub for scholarly knowledge. Our goals include achieving indexing in Scopus and DOAJ, expanding our global network, and becoming a recognised platform where accessible research contributes to meaningful academic progress.

Our unique identity is reflected in our visual elements: the Southern Cross symbolising guidance and aspiration, and the tree frame representing growth, roots, and the enduring strength of knowledge. Together, these elements tell our story an academic community rooted in integrity and reaching confidently toward a brighter, more accessible research future.

• Brief history, vision, and goals

Southern Cross Academic Publishing was founded by a group of academics from several universities who shared a commitment to breaking barriers in scholarly publishing. Guided by the symbol of the Southern Cross, we envisioned a platform that provides clear, accessible, and affordable pathways for researchers worldwide. Our goal is to build a trusted, ethical, 100% Open Access publishing house that supports global research communities, nurtures early-career scholars, and grows toward recognised indexing such as DOAJ and Scopus.

• Editorial Philosophy

At Southern Cross Academic Publishing, our editorial philosophy is built on integrity, transparency, and a deep respect for the scholarly community. We are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards by following COPE principles and ensuring that every manuscript is treated with fairness, objectivity, and confidentiality.

Our review process is based on a rigorous single-blind peer review, designed to have quality of reviewing process. We value constructive feedback, timely communication, and a supportive approach that helps researchers improve and refine their contributions.

We welcome a broad range of disciplines and encourage multidisciplinary dialogue, believing that knowledge grows stronger when ideas connect across fields. Our editors and reviewers are selected for their expertise, independence, and dedication to academic excellence.

As a 100% Open Access publisher, we are committed to making research accessible, affordable, and impactful. We prioritise clarity, quality, and ethical publishing practices to ensure that every article we publish contributes meaningfully to global scholarship and reflects our vision of openness, inclusivity, and trustworthiness.

• Focus on quality, peer review, ethics, and academic integrity

At Southern Cross Academic Publishing, we place the highest importance on academic quality and ethical publishing. Every manuscript we receive is evaluated with care, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to integrity. Our processes are designed to ensure that published research is reliable, transparent, and contributes meaningfully to global scholarship.

Our single-blind peer review system ensures fairness and impartiality by keeping reviewers anonymous. Independent experts assess each submission for originality, methodological soundness, clarity, and scholarly value. We prioritise constructive feedback and timely communication, supporting authors through a respectful and collaborative review experience.

We adhere to COPE-based ethical standards, ensuring that our editorial decisions and publishing practices reflect honesty, responsibility, and respect for academic norms. Issues such as plagiarism, data falsification, improper authorship, and conflicts of interest are taken seriously and handled with strict procedural integrity.

Quality and ethics guide every stage of our publishing process. By upholding these principles, Southern Cross Academic Publishing aims to foster trust, protect the scholarly record, and promote a culture of academic excellence across all disciplines.

• Leadership & Team

Southern Cross Academic Publishing is guided by a dedicated team of academics and professionals who share a unified commitment to accessible, ethical, and high-quality scholarly communication. Our leadership brings together expertise from multiple universities, creating a collaborative environment grounded in academic excellence and global research values.

Our team includes experienced editors, peer-review coordinators, and specialists who work collectively to uphold rigorous editorial standards, support authors throughout the publication journey, and maintain transparent, COPE-aligned practices. We value diversity, independence, and integrity ensuring that decisions are fair, consistent, and free from bias.

As a growing multidisciplinary publishing house, we continue to expand our network of editors and reviewers, welcoming qualified academics who share our vision of openness and affordable access to knowledge. Together, our leadership and team are committed to building a trusted, internationally recognised platform where researchers from all backgrounds can publish with confidence.