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Welcome to the Journal of Occupation, Inclusion and Neuroscience (JOIN)

Welcome to the Journal of Occupation, Inclusion and Neuroscience (JOIN), an international, peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal committed to advancing scientific knowledge at the intersection of occupation, occupational therapy, neuroscience, rehabilitation, inclusion, and human participation.

JOIN serves as a global platform for researchers, clinicians, educators, students, policymakers, and innovators to disseminate high-quality research that promotes health, well-being, participation, and quality of life across diverse populations and settings. The journal embraces interdisciplinary collaboration and encourages evidence-based innovations that address contemporary challenges in healthcare, education, and society.

Our mission is to foster scientific excellence by publishing rigorous and impactful research that bridges theory and practice while supporting equitable participation and inclusive communities worldwide.

JOIN welcomes a broad range of manuscript types, including:

  • Original Research Articles
  • Systematic Reviews
  • Scoping Reviews
  • Meta-Analyses
  • Methodological Studies
  • Case Reports
  • Brief Reports
  • Innovative Practice Papers
  • Technical Notes
  • Perspectives and Commentaries

The journal covers, but is not limited to, the following fields:

  • Occupational Therapy
  • Occupational Science
  • Neuroscience
  • Rehabilitation Sciences
  • Inclusion & Acceptability Studies
  • Mental Health & Well-Being
  • Assistive Technology & Digital Health
  • Pediatrics & Development
  • Geriatrics & Healthy Ageing
  • Community & Public Health
  • Pedagogics & Special Education Support
  • Innovation & Emerging Perspectives

As an open-access journal, JOIN is dedicated to ensuring that scientific knowledge is freely accessible to readers worldwide, promoting collaboration, innovation, and evidence-informed practice without barriers.

We warmly invite researchers, practitioners, and academics from around the world to contribute to JOIN and become part of a growing international community committed to advancing occupation, inclusion, neuroscience, and rehabilitation for better lives.

Together, let us advance participation, inclusion, and neuroscience through high-quality research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovative practice.

Welcome to JOIN - where science empowers participation, inclusion, and better lives.