Who We Are
GAERPSY Publishing (Pty) Ltd is an independent academic publisher based in Harrismith, Free State Province, South Africa, and was founded with the mission of advancing open-access scholarly communication. GAERPSY Publishing is dedicated to disseminating high-quality, peer-reviewed research across multiple disciplines.
Mission
To provide a credible, transparent, and accessible platform for researchers, scholars, and practitioners worldwide to publish and share their work, contributing to the global advancement of knowledge and evidence-based practice.
Vision
To become a leading open-access academic publisher in Africa and beyond, recognised for editorial excellence, ethical publishing practices, and meaningful contributions to scholarly discourse across diverse disciplines.
Core values
- Academic integrity: We uphold the highest standards of publication ethics, guided by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the European Code of Conduct for Research Integrity.
- Open access: We believe that knowledge should be freely accessible. All our journals are fully open access, ensuring that published research reaches the widest possible audience.
- Inclusivity: We are committed to providing a platform for researchers from all backgrounds, with particular attention to scholars from low- and middle-income countries and underrepresented communities.
- Transparency: We maintain clear and transparent processes in peer review, editorial decision-making, and financial matters, including Article Processing Charges.
- Innovation: We embrace technological advancements and continuously improve our publishing processes to serve the evolving needs of the global research community.
What we do
GAERPSY Publishing manages a portfolio of peer-reviewed, open-access journals spanning psychology, inclusive education, sexuality education, and systematic reviews. Each journal operates with an independent editorial board comprising international scholars and experts, ensuring rigorous double-blind peer review and adherence to international publishing standards.
Our services
- Double-blind peer review management
- Professional copy-editing and language editing
- DOI registration through CrossRef
- Digital archiving through PKP Preservation Network and LOCKSS
- Indexing support and database submissions
- Open-access publishing under Creative Commons licensing
Memberships and affiliations
- Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), adherence to COPE principles
- CrossRef, DOI registration agency member
- PKP (Public Knowledge Project), OJS publishing platform
- Budapest Open Access Initiative (BOAI), open-access commitment
Contact Us
GAERPSY Publishing (Pty) Ltd
Harrismith, Free State Province, South Africa, 9880
E-mail: Publisher@gaerpsy.com
Website: www.gaerpsy.com