Journal of Urban Affairs (Taylor & Francis)
Mission
Focusing on urban research and policy analysis, the Journal of Urban Affairs is among the most widely cited journals in the field. Published for the Urban Affairs Association, the journal provides a multidisciplinary perspective on issues of relevance to both scholars and practitioners, including:
- Interdisciplinary analyses of metropolitan and community problems
- Cutting edge quantitative and qualitative methodologies
- Global and comparative urban research
- Empirical research that advances the understanding for urban society
- Assessments of policies, programs, and strategies for change in the urban milieu
Varied perspectives and depth of analysis have made the Journal of Urban Affairs one of the fastest growing journals in urban studies.
Voluntary Commitments
The Sendai Framework Voluntary Commitments (SFVC) online platform allows stakeholders to inform the public about their work on DRR. The SFVC online platform is a useful toolto know who is doing what and where for the implementation of the Sendai Framework, which could foster potential collaboration among stakeholders. All stakeholders (private sector, civil society organizations, academia, media, local governments, etc.) working on DRR can submit their commitments and report on their progress and deliverables.