The Journal of Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development (JAISD) serves as a critical platform to examine the ethical dimensions of AI and propose responsible, equitable, and impactful solutions to advance the UN SDGs. We curate and publish high-quality, peer-reviewed research on topics such as algorithmic fairness, transparency, accountability, environmental impact, and the intersection of technological innovation and societal well-being.

JAISD was conceptualized in 2020 within the NAIXUS Network of Excellence, a global collaboration on Artificial Intelligence, Knowledge, and Sustainable Development. NAIXUS connects researchers across cultures, languages, and regions, with founding partners from over 20 countries spanning five continents. The journal was officially launched in collaboration with the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), Cape Town, South Africa. It operates on a rolling submission basis. All papers are published online and freely accessible.

Q: What topics are relevant for JAISD?
A: We prioritize papers that discuss AI’s role in addressing global sustainability challenges.

Q: What is the paper submission deadline for the next issue?
A: Our next deadline for special editions is January 12. However, we accept submissions year-round.

Q: How long does the review process take?
A: Typically, our review process takes 8-12 weeks, but this may vary.

Q: Are there any publication fees?
A: At the moment there are no fees.

Before contacting us, please make sure that your question is not answered in the Frequently Asked Questions. JAISD is run by a small team of volunteers, please be mindful before addressing inquiries to the editorial team.

Please address any inquiries about the status of a paper under review to the Action Editor in charge of your paper. The name of your action editor will appear in the submission system once its assigned, which should happen no later than once month after submission. If you have any question regarding the JMLR paper submission system please contact our managing editors at info@ircai.org.