The study of Laos and the Lao has grown significantly over the past few decades. With the opening up of some historical and manuscript archives, the improvement of communication and transportation, and the launching of joint Lao-foreign research projects, Laos has attracted a number of new scholars in diverse fields of expertise. The Journal of Lao Studies (JLS) offers scholars in the field of Lao Studies the opportunity to publish their research in a double-blind peer reviewed journal.
We accept submissions on an ongoing basis, including articles, book review suggestions, review articles (extended reviews of major publications, trends in the field, or of political, social, or economic events). These submissions can cover studies on Laos, the Lao diaspora (Northeast Thailand, Europe, the Americas, Australia, and so on), or studies in regards to ethnic groups found in Laos (Hmong, Akha, Khmu, among others).
Language: Lao and English are the main languages of the JLS. Other languages are welcomed, but please check with the editors first before submitting articles in other languages not listed here.
