___________________________________________________________________________________________________

Athar al-rafedain (AARJ) is a signatory to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Publishers Compact. AARJ supports the following U.N. Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) :

The Athar Al-rafedain  Journal (AARJ) is proud to be a signatory to the United Nations SDG Publishers Compact, reaffirming its dedication to advancing the principles of sustainable development through academic publishing. As part of this global initiative, the journal actively supports and promotes the following Sustainable Development Goals (SDG):

1. Quality Education (SDG 4)

AARJ is firmly committed to enhancing the quality of education by publishing high-standard, peer-reviewed academic research in the fields of archaeology, history, and heritage studies. The journal aims to provide a reliable scholarly platform that enriches the knowledge and skills of both researchers and professionals.

2. Gender Equality (SDG 5)

The journal upholds the principles of equality and inclusion by maintaining a publishing policy that evaluates all submissions solely on the basis of scientific merit, regardless of gender, nationality, or background of the author.

3. Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8)

Through its sustainable publishing operations, AARJ contributes to promoting decent work and economic growth. The journal’s economic model—based on fair publication revenues—supports the continuity of academic activities and the broader goals of sustainable development.

4. Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11)

AARJ encourages research that explores the relationship between heritage, archaeology, and modern society, particularly studies that highlight the preservation of cultural identity and the promotion of environmentally healthy communities.

5. Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17)

The journal seeks to foster collaboration among scholars, universities, and research institutions worldwide. By building partnerships in the fields of archaeology and cultural heritage, AARJ aligns with Goal 17 of the SDGs, promoting cooperation as a foundation for sustainable progress.