Call for Chapters: Transforming Civic Engagement Through Digital Volunteerism

Editors

Gulnaz Fatma, Jazan University, Saudi Arabia
Mohd Aarif, Aligarh Muslim University, India

Call for Chapters

Proposals Submission Deadline: May 23, 2026
 Full Chapters Due: July 25, 2026
 Submission Date: July 25, 2026

Introduction

We invite scholars, researchers, and practitioners to contribute original chapters to the forthcoming edited volume titled: Transforming Civic Engagement Through Digital Volunteerism This book aims to explore how digital technologies, online platforms, and virtual communities are reshaping civic participation, volunteerism, and social engagement across diverse educational and social science contexts. In the twenty‑first century, civic engagement has undergone a profound transformation driven by the rapid expansion of digital technologies. Traditional forms of volunteerism—once limited by geography, time, and institutional boundaries—are now being redefined through online platforms, social media networks, and virtual communities. Digital volunteerism represents a new paradigm of participation, where individuals contribute their time, skills, and creativity to social causes through digital means, transcending physical and cultural barriers. This book, Transforming Civic Engagement Through Digital Volunteerism, explores how technology‑enabled participation is reshaping the landscape of social responsibility, education, and community development. It examines the mechanisms through which digital tools empower citizens, foster inclusivity, and create sustainable models of engagement. The volume brings together interdisciplinary perspectives from education, social sciences, communication studies, and information technology to analyze both the opportunities and challenges of this evolving phenomenon. By integrating theoretical insights with practical case studies, the book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how digital volunteerism contributes to civic innovation, social equity, and global collaboration. It invites readers to reflect on the ethical dimensions, policy implications, and future directions of digital engagement in an increasingly interconnected world. Ultimately, this work seeks to inspire educators, researchers, and practitioners to harness the transformative potential of digital volunteerism—not merely as a technological trend, but as a catalyst for meaningful social change.

Objective

Transforming Civic Engagement Through Digital Volunteerism aims to provide a comprehensive and forward‑looking examination of how digital technologies are reshaping the ways individuals participate in civic life. While volunteerism and civic engagement have long been studied within social sciences, the rapid rise of digital platforms, virtual communities, and technology‑enabled participation has created new forms of engagement that existing literature has only partially explored. This book seeks to fill that gap by offering a structured, interdisciplinary understanding of digital volunteerism as both a social innovation and a transformative civic practice. The book intends to accomplish several key objectives: 1. Establish a conceptual foundation for digital volunteerism 2. Bridge theory and practice through real-world insights 3. Highlight global, inclusive, and cross-cultural perspectives 4. Address ethical, policy, and governance challenges 5. Identify future directions for research and innovation

Target Audience

Target Audience This book is intended for a broad and diverse audience of scholars, practitioners, and institutions interested in understanding and advancing the evolving landscape of civic engagement in the digital age. It will be particularly valuable for: 1. Academicians and Researchers Faculty members, researchers, and graduate students 2. Educators and Educational Leaders Teachers, curriculum designers, school administrators, and higher‑education leaders seeking to integrate digital civic engagement 3. Nonprofit and NGO Professionals 4. Policymakers and Government Agencies Public sector leaders and civic planners 5. Technology Developers and Platform Designers Professionals 6. Students and Emerging Scholars Undergraduate and postgraduate learners

Recommended Topics

Suggested Themes (but not limited to): • Digital volunteerism models and frameworks • Civic engagement through online platforms • Technology-enabled social participation • Virtual communities and social impact • Digital literacy and youth engagement • Online activism and social movements • E-learning and volunteer-driven education • Ethical, legal, and policy considerations

Submission Procedure

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before May 23, 2026, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by June 6, 2026 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines.Full chapters of a minimum of 10,000 words (word count includes references and related readings) are expected to be submitted by July 25, 2026, and all interested authors must consult the guidelines for manuscript submissions at https://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/ prior to submission. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-anonymized review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.

Note: There are no submission or acceptance fees for manuscripts submitted to this book publication, Transforming Civic Engagement Through Digital Volunteerism. All manuscripts are accepted based on a double-anonymized peer review editorial process.

All proposals should be submitted through the eEditorial Discovery® online submission manager.

Publisher

This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global Scientific Publishing, an international academic publisher of the "Information Science Reference", "Medical Information Science Reference", "Business Science Reference", and "Engineering Science Reference" imprints. IGI Global Scientific Publishing specializes in publishing reference books, scholarly journals, and electronic databases featuring academic research on a variety of innovative topic areas including, but not limited to, education, social science, medicine and healthcare, business and management, information science and technology, engineering, public administration, library and information science, media and communication studies, and environmental science. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2027.

Indexing Information for Prospective Authors

IGI Global Scientific Publishing meets the criteria for inclusion in major indexing services such as Scopus; however, it is important to note that all indexing decisions are made independently by these services. IGI Global Scientific Publishing books are selectively indexed by the indexing organization after publication. Indexing cannot be guaranteed for any book prior to publication, and the indexing organization has complete control over the final selection and timeline.

Important Dates

May 23, 2026: Proposal Submission Deadline
June 6, 2026: Notification of Acceptance
July 25, 2026: Full Chapter Submission
August 29, 2026: Review Results Returned
September 26, 2026: Final Acceptance Notification
October 3, 2026: Final Chapter Submission

Inquiries

Gulnaz Fatma
Jazan University, Saudi Arabia
gulnaz.fatima15@gmail.com

Mohd Aarif
Aligarh Muslim University, India

Contact for Submissions

📧 Email: mail@dr-mohd.com
📞 Call/WhatsApp: +91 94635 39700
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