Dear Colleagues, Friends, and Contributors,

It is with immense pride and gratitude that we celebrate the 15th anniversary of the European Scientific Journal (ESJ), a milestone made possible by your trust, collaboration, and dedication to advancing knowledge. Over the past 15 years, we have had the privilege of publishing the work of over 50,000 researchers from nearly every country across the globe, fostering a truly international community united by a shared passion for research and discovery.

A Commitment to Inclusivity and Accessibility

At the core of our mission is inclusivity. By maintaining low publication charges, we ensure that researchers, especially those from emerging economies, can publish their valuable work without financial barriers. We firmly believe that every researcher deserves the opportunity to share their findings under a quality peer review process, regardless of geographical or economic circumstances.

Agile, Transparent, and Ethical Peer Review

We take pride in promoting agile peer review, understanding that lengthy procedures often delay innovation and render results obsolete. With the invaluable support of our 4,000+ reviewers on the editorial board, we have streamlined the peer review process without compromising quality. As pioneers of open peer review, we have introduced transparency through our controlled review history documents, which disclose reviewer details and their reports. This approach fosters trust, integrity, and accountability in academic publishing.

Open Access and Interdisciplinarity

From the very beginning, we have been unwavering in our support for open access, making all content freely available to scholars, practitioners, and the broader community. By publishing papers across diverse academic fields in English, French, and Spanish, we promote interdisciplinarity and language diversity, bridging cultures and disciplines to drive global progress.

Dedicated to Peace and Progress

As we celebrate this remarkable anniversary, we reaffirm our belief that peace is the foundation of progress and wellbeing. In the upcoming months, we will initiate new projects dedicated to peaceful conflict resolution, amplifying the role of research and education in building a better, more harmonious world.

A Heartfelt Thank You

Our journey has been shaped by your contributions, trust, and shared vision. Whether as authors, reviewers, or readers, you are the reason behind our success and the impact we have achieved. Though we may never seek validation from mainstream databases, we remain steadfast in upholding the highest publishing standards, guided by integrity, ethics, and an unwavering commitment to serving the academic community.

Looking Ahead

With the same passion that guided us 15 years ago, we look forward to continuing this journey of discovery, collaboration, and innovation. Together, we will keep empowering researchers, bridging boundaries, and fostering knowledge that shapes a brighter future for all.

Thank you for being a part of the ESJ family. Let us celebrate this milestone and the countless achievements yet to come.

With deepest appreciation and warm regards,

The European Scientific Journal (ESJ) Editorial Team             (December 2024)