About The Journal

The SJCC International Journal of Communication Research, launched by St Joseph College of Communication, Changanassery, aims to promote high-quality research in film studies, journalism, animation and design. Its primary objective is to provide a platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to share their findings and insights in the field of communication. The journal emphasizes emerging trends in media and communication by supporting research that reflects both global and local perspectives. It upholds ethical standards in publishing, ensuring originality, honesty, and transparency. The journal is envisioned as an open-access, peer reviewed, biannual publication available in English, both in print and online.

Frequency of Publication: Biannual (March, September)

Language: English

Starting Year: 2024

Format of Publication: Print and Online

Publisher: Dr. Joseph Parackal, Principal,
St Joseph College of Communication, Changanassery,
Kottayam, Kerala - 686104, India
Email: principal@sjcc.ac.in
Mobile: +919544120698

Chief Editor: Dr. Mathew Muriankary, Academic Director,
St Joseph College of Communication, Changanassery,
Kottayam, Kerala - 686104, India
Email: academicdirector@sjcc.co.in
Mobile: +917034206040

“Transforming Media” means to create a media culture

• · that is technologically competent and up to date
• · that provides a pleasant visual and listening experience
• · that reaches even to the poorest section of the society
• · that educates, entertains and inspires

“Wholesome World” means

• · World in which the moral and spiritual values prevail
• · World that gives justice to all sections of the society
• · World that cares for others

The vision can be achieved through media research grounded in moral principles, sound methodologies, and ethical goals. Our mission is to create a multidisciplinary platform for academics, research scholars, and practitioners to exchange insights and discoveries in communication and media. The journal aims to publish high-quality, innovative studies that address key issues, explore emerging trends, and advance both theory and practice in these fields.

Editorial Board

We have made deliberate efforts to ensure diversity in gender, expertise, and geographical representation on our Editorial Board and among our Peer Reviewers, all of whom are experts in media and communication. This commitment to inclusivity brings a wide range of perspectives from members across both national and international contexts.

Chief Editor

Dr. Mathew Muriankary
Academic Director
St Joseph College of Communication, Changanassery
Kottayam, Kerala, India
Email: academicdirector@sjcc.co.in
Profile link: https://sjcc.ac.in/faculty-profile/Mathew_Muriankary.html 

Editorial Board

Dr. José María La Porte 
Permanent Professor
Pontifical University of the Holy Cross, Rome, Italy
Email: laporte@sjcc.co.in
Profile link: https://sjcc.ac.in/faculty-profile/Jose_Maria_La_Porte.html

Dr. Gianna Maria Cappello
Professor, Department of Culture and Society,
University of Palermo, Italy.
Email: capello@sjcc.co.in
Profile link: https://sjcc.ac.in/faculty-profile/Gianna_Cappello.html

Dr. Joseph Parackal
Principal
St Joseph College of Communication, Changanassery
Kottayam, Kerala, India
Email: principal@sjcc.ac.in
Profile link: https://sjcc.ac.in/faculty-profile/Joseph_Parackal.html

Dr. Lincoln Kadoopparayil George
Research Director
St Joseph College of Communication, Changanassery
Kottayam, Kerala, India
Email: drlincoln@sjcc.co.in
Profile link: https://sjcc.ac.in/faculty-profile/Lincoln_k.html

Dr. Muthu U.T.
Assistant Professor
St Joseph College of Communication, Changanassery
Kottayam, Kerala, India
Email: drmuthu@sjcc.co.in
Profile link: https://sjcc.ac.in/faculty-profile/muthu_ut.html

Advisory Board

Dr. Fabio Pasqualetti
Dean of the Faculty of Social Communication Sciences
Salesian University, Rome, Italy

Dr. Aju K. Narayanan
Professor, School of Letters
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, India

Dr. Sony Jalarajan Raj
Professor, Dept of Communication
 MacEwan University, Edmonton, AB, Canada

Dr. Daniel Edem Adzovie
Lecturer at the Department of Communication Studies
University of Cape Coast, Ghana

Dr. S. Arulchelvan
Director of Educational Multimedia Research Centre
Anna University, Chennai, India

Dr. Jolly Jose
Assistant Director Research/ Associate Professor
Amity School of Communication, Amity University, Uttar Pradesh, India

Nithin Joseph Elanjimattom
Director of International Affairs
St Joseph College of Communication
Changanassery, Kottayam, Kerala, India

Peer Review Board

Dr. Neha Hooda
Post Doctoral Researcher at the University of Debrecen
Executive Producer- Elevate, Hungary

Dr. Talvacy Chaves de Freitas
Professor, Catholic College of Rio Grande do Norte
Brazil

Dr. V. Ilamparithi
Assistant Professor
Centre for Film & Electronic Media Studies
Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai, India

Dr. Jose George
Assistant Professor
S.B College Chaganassery, Kerala, India

Dr. Rani Maria Thomas
Vice Principal, Assumption College
Changanassery, Kottayam, Kerala, India

Alwin Johnson
Assistant Professor
Department of Media Studies, St Joseph College of
Communication Chaganassery, Kerala, India