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EISMENA is pleased to announce the opening of its Call for Contributions.

We are looking for researchers, academics, practitioners, and regional experts who wish to contribute to our analysis and publications on the Middle East and North Africa.

From geopolitical and security developments to political, economic, social, and cultural transformations (and more), we welcome original analyses that bring forward new perspectives, grounded research, and informed insights into the dynamics shaping the region.

Whether you are examining a rapidly evolving regional crisis, a long-term political transformation, an overlooked social dynamic, or an emerging strategic issue, we are interested in hearing your perspective.

Interested in contributing? We invite you to submit your article to the EISMENA editorial team: contact-eismena@eismena.com

For detailed information regarding submission requirements, article format, length, sourcing, visual content, publication process, and editorial guidelines, please refer to the attached PDF document.

We look forward to discovering your research and perspectives!

To cite this article: “Call for Contributions” by EISMENA, EISMENA, 01/09/2026, [https://eismena.com/news/call-for-contributions/].

The information and opinion contained in the articles on the EISMENA website are solely those of the author(s) and do not engage the responsibility of the institute.

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