Reviewer Acknowledgements

The Editorial Team of the International Journal of Contemporary Security Studies (IJCSS) extends its sincere appreciation to all reviewers who dedicated their time, expertise, and thoughtful recommendations in support of the journal’s peer-review standards and scholarly credibility.

We recognize reviewers who completed at least one review during the respective year. Reviewers who asked to remain anonymous are not included in the public list.

Acknowledgement of Reviewers for 2025

IJCSS proudly acknowledges the reviewers listed below and expresses deep gratitude for their contributions during 2025. Their careful assessments, professionalism, and constructive feedback have been essential for maintaining the quality of published research and strengthening the integrity of the editorial process.

As part of our commitment to fairness and academic rigor, IJCSS applies a double-anonymous (double-blind) peer-review model, ensuring that authors and reviewers remain unknown to each other. This approach supports impartial evaluation and helps ensure that editorial decisions are grounded solely in scholarly merit. Through detailed, balanced, and evidence-based reviews, our reviewers have significantly improved the clarity, robustness, and overall value of submitted manuscripts.

Why Reviewers Matter

Peer review is the cornerstone of reputable academic publishing. It helps verify methodological quality, strengthen argumentation, improve presentation, and confirm relevance to the journal’s scope. The colleagues acknowledged here have demonstrated exceptional commitment by reviewing manuscripts with diligence, offering insightful critique, and proposing practical improvements—benefiting both authors and the wider research community.

Looking Ahead

IJCSS remains devoted to advancing peer-reviewed scholarship in contemporary security studies. The journal’s progress and credibility rely strongly on the continued engagement of expert reviewers. We thank all reviewers for their invaluable service and contribution to strengthening scientific standards and scholarly dialogue.

List of Reviewers (2025)

Assoc. Prof. Tin Lukić - Department of Geography, Tourism and Hotel Management, Faculty of Sciences, University of Novi Sad, Trg Dositeja Obradovića 3, 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia.

Full Prof. Ivica Đorđević - Department of Disaster Management and Environmental Security, Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vučića 50, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia.

Prof. Dr. Slobodan Marković - Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts, Kneza Mihaila 35, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Full Prof. Želimir Kešetović - Department of Disaster Management and Environmental Security, Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vučića 50, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia.

Dr. Renate Renner - Safety and Disaster Studies, Department of Environmental and Energy Process Engineering, Montanuniversität of Leoben, Franz Josef-Straße 18, 8700 Leoben, Austria.

Assoc. Prof. Adem Ocal, PhD - Independent researcher, Ankara, 06500, Turkey.

Full Prof. Milica Bošković - Faculty of Diplomacy and Security, Milorada Ekmecica 2, Belgrade, Serbia.

Full. Prof. Aleksandar Ivanov, PhD - Faculty of Security-Skopje, University of Bitola, Macedonia.

Full Prof. Hatidža Beriša - University of Defence, Military Academy, Veljka Lukića Kurjaka, 11042 Belgrade, Serbia.

Full Prof. Vladimir Jakovljević - Department of Disaster Management and Environmental Security, Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vučića 50, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia.

Full Prof. Ana Kovačević - Department of Disaster Management and Environmental Security, Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vučića 50, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia.

Full Prof. Jasmina Gačić - Department of Disaster Management and Environmental Security, Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vučića 50, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia.

Prof. Dr. Ritesh Karmaker - Department of English, Nizam Uddin Ahmed Model College, Mymensingh, Sherpur 2100, Bangladesh

Assoc. Prof. Milan Lipovac - Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vučića 50, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia.

Assist. Prof. Ivan Dimitrijević - Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vučića 50, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia.

Full. Prof. Bojan Janković - University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies, Belgrade, Cara Dušana 196, Belgrade, Serbia.

Assist. Prof. Marija Popović Mančević - University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies, Belgrade, Cara Dušana 196.

Dada Kayode Sunday - University Library, Federal University of Education, Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Dr. Dalibor Milenković - Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management, Dimitrija Tucovića 121, 11040, Belgrade, Serbia.

Dr. Aleksandra Gajović - Ministry of Environmental Protection of the Republic of Serbia, Omladinskih brigada 1, 11070, Belgrade, Serbia

Prof. Dr. Akaninyene O. Unaam - Department of Business Management, University of Uyo, Nigeria

Admir Metić - Faculty of Pedagogy in Jagodina, University of Kragujevac, Milana Mijalkovića 14, 35000 Jagodina, Serbia

Nikola Vračević - Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Serbia; Security Consultant and Risk Analyst at Legion Group, UAE (based in Belgrade, Serbia).

Nikola Vidović - University of Belgrade, Faculty of Security Studies, Gospodara Vučiča 50, 11050 Belgrade, Serbia.