Recent Research Publications

17.    Roy, Sanjoy (2022). Elderly Rights and Problems in India: Analysis Through SMART PRACTICE Perspective. In (ED). Mala Kapur Shankardas. Ageing Issues in India: Practice, Perspectives and Policies, International Perspectives on Ageing, Vol-32, Springer, ISSN-2197-5841, ISBN-978-16-5826-6, p-259-280. ARTICLE LINK

National Publication

1. Roy Sanjoy (First Author) & Kumar Sanjeev (2026). ‘Religious Conversion, Constitutionalism, and Marginality in India: Historical Evolution, Legal Regulation, and State-Level Realities in Southern India’. International Journal for Multidisciplinary Research (IJFMR),  E-ISSN: 2582-2160, Volume 8, Issue 2, March-April 2026, p-1-9.

2. Roy Sanjoy (Co-author) (2025). Examining the Financial Saving, Credit and Investment Habits of Meitei People Vis-Á-Vis Marup: Implication for Social Work. Indian Journal of Social Work and Social Sciences, Vol. IV, Issue 2, September 2025.ISSN:2322-0740(Print).

3. Roy, Sanjoy & Ved Vriti (2025). ‘Leveraging Secondary Data Analysis to Understand Media Literacy and Misinformation in India’. Communicator Journal, LX-(2) p-61-66, ISSN-0588-8093, April-June 2025.

4. Roy, Sanjoy (2025). (Co-Author) ‘Happy Ageing in India: The Role of Cultural Norms and Values’. Indian Journal of Lifelong Learning & Educational Guidance,  ISSN 2349-0926. P-15-33, Volume 6, Number 01, April 2025. 

5. Roy, Sanjoy (2025). (Co-author) Mental Health of Women in Kashmir: Effects of Conflicts and the Need for Support, INCLUSIVE Journal, Vol. II, No. 26, December-January edition, 2025, ISSN: 2278-9758, p-35-43.

6. Roy, Sanjoy (2024). (Co-author) Advancing health equity in India: The intersection of social work and policy practice, Indian Journal of Health Social Work, ISSN: 2582-1393 (online), Volume-6-Issue-2, p-89-97 (UGC Care Listed).

7. Roy, Sanjoy (2024). (Co-Author) ‘SC-ST Sub-Classification: Discourse Analysis for Envisioning Future Prospects of Social Justice in India’. Journal Of Social Work & Social Development, , ISSN 2229-6468. P-15-33, Volume 15, Number 02, December 2024. UGC Care Listed.

8. Roy, Sanjoy (2024). (Co-author) ‘Mental Health and Social Wellbeing of Older Adults: Perspectives from Covid-19 Pandemic’. Indian Journal of Health Social Work, UGC Care Listed. Volume-6-Issue-2-July-December-2024-P-89-97. ISSN: 2582-1393 (online).

9. Roy, Sanjoy (2024). (Co-author) ‘A study of Coping Mechanism in the Pre Transition Phase of Transgender women’, Mukt Shabd Journal, UGC Care, ISSN NO : 2347-3150, Volume XIII, Issue X, OCTOBER/2024, p-414-430.Impact Factor-4.6. DOI:10.0014.MSJ.2024.V13I10.0086781.261829

10. Roy, Sanjoy (2023). (Co-author) ‘Promoting Health Equity through Social Work Education in India: Preparing Students to Address Disparities’, Journal of Social Work & Social Development, ISSN-2229-6468, Vol-14, Number 02, p-113-126. (UGC Care Journal).

11. Roy, Roy (2022) (First Author) Indian Family System, Relations and Attributes during corona virus disease (COVID-19): Towards Transformation, South Asian Journal of Participative Development, January-June 2022, ISSN: 0976-2701, VOL. 22, NO.1, p-45-67.

12. Roy, Sanjoy. (2020). ‘Social Work Practice Response to the Issues of Elderly’, Help Age India-Research & Development Journal, ISSN: 0972-0227, Vol. 26 | No.1, p-47-60 (Special Edition on Fighting isolation poverty, neglect).

13. Roy, Sanjoy. (2016). “India Hankering for Food Security”. South Asia Politics, November, OCLC NO-145402594, Pub-New Delhi Rastriya Jagriti Sanasthan, Reg.No-DELENG/2002-6815. Vol-15, No-7, page-21-26.

14. Book review. (2015). Child labour in Informal Sector. Dr Bishnu Mohan Dash, Discovery Publishing House Pvt. Ltd, New Delhi, ISBN: 978-93-5056-728-9, Page:1-255, Price: 950.

15. Roy, Sanjoy. (2013). “Promoting Gender Equality and Empowerment through MDG in India”. South Asia Politics, June, OCLC NO-145402594, Pub-New Delhi Rastriya Jagriti Sanasthan, Vol-12, No-2, p-28-31.

16. Roy, Sanjoy. (2013). “Changing trends of field work in social work in India”. Socio-Economic Perspectives: A Quarterly Referred Journal”, April-June, p-13-23, ISSN No-2321-5607.UGC Care Listed.

17. Roy, Sanjoy. (2013). “’Health Status of Women in India: A Glimpse”. Vikash Vani Journal, The Journal of Xavier Institute of management, ISBN-0973-1954, October-Dec, v-13-23, p-19 42.

18. Roy, Sanjoy. (2012). Child trafficking in India: A Monstrous Crime”. International E-Magazine, BalChappal, Delhi, Issue-2, July, 2012.

19. Roy, Sanjoy. (2012). “Women Empowerment through PRI: The Reality and Realization”. Professional Social Work Perspective Journal, Vol-9, No-1, June, p-49-56.

20. Roy, Sanjoy. (2012). “Women participation in unorganized sector in India: A Retrospective”.Banijya, Assam University, Vol-2. No-3, July, ISSN-09774-0010, p-88-96.

21. Roy, Sanjoy. (2012). ‘Problem of Prostitution in India: Towards Legalization!’ in ‘Doctrine’. Academic Research Society (UP), May, ISSN-0976-528X, p-5-18.

22. Roy, Sanjoy. (2012). “Evolving strategies to strengthen mid day meal scheme – a study of three primary schools of Lucknow”, Social Work Journal, Dept of social work, AUS, ISSN-0976-5484, July.

23. Roy, Sanjoy. (2012). ‘Climate Change and its effect on Human Health’. Economic Affairs, Quarterly Journal of Economics, Vol,57, No.1, May-June, ISSN No.0424-2513, p-49-52.

24. Roy, Sanjoy. (2012). ‘Honour Killing: An Emerging Social Problem in India’. BSSS Journal of Social Work, Vol-IV, ISSN No-0975-251X, p-79-87.

25. Roy, Sanjoy. (2011). ‘Consequences of migration in India: Need a pragmatic solution’. Journal of Economic Affairs, Quarterly Journal of Economics, Vol,56, No.1, March. ISSN No.0424-2513, p-41-48.

26. Roy, Sanjoy. (2011). ‘Inclusive Education for disabled children in India: Need a positive Re-thinking’.Journal of Teacher Education in Developing Nations’, ISBN-2229-4694, vol-1, No-3, June, p-11-26.

27. Roy, Sanjoy. (2010). ‘Socio-economic conditions and development of migrant rickshaw pullers in Delhi: An empirical study’. Social Work Journal (Bi-annual), Department of Social Work, Assam University, Vol-1, Number-1, July, ISSN-0976-5484, p-100-121.

28. Roy, Sanjoy. (2010). ‘Forest Rights Acts and Tribal’. South Asia Politics journal, OCLC NO-145402594, Pub-New Delhi Rastriya Jagriti Sanasthan. Vol-9, Number-3 & 4, July-August, Reg.No-DELENG/2002-6815, p-21-27.

29. Roy, Sanjoy. (2010). ‘NREGA, Women Empowerment, participation and Rural-Urban Migration’. ‘Doctrine’. Academic Research Society (UP), September, 2010, ISSN-0976-528X, p-18-30.

30. Roy, Sanjoy. (2010). ‘Gender Discrimination: Still an Incorrigible Phenomenon in India’. ‘Journal of Social Work and Social Development’ (Bi-annual) Department of Social Work, Visva-Bharati Vol-01, No-01, June, ISSN-2229-6468, p-102-115.

31. Roy, Sanjoy. (2010). ‘’Women Empowerment through Value Education-Need a Realistic Rethinking’. ‘Journal of Teacher Education in Developing Nations’ (Bi-annual), Omega Publication, New Delhi, ISBN-2229-4694, Vol-1. No-1, Sep-Dec, p-49-64.

32. Roy, Sanjoy. (2010). ‘Health Status of Women in India’.  South-Asia Politics journal, OCLC NO-145402594, Pub-New Delhi Rastriya Jagriti Sanasthan. Vol-9. No-6, Oct, Reg.No-DELENG/2002-6815, p-46-50.

33. Roy, Sanjoy. (2010). ‘Women Empowerment through PRI-The Reality and Realization’. ‘Learning Community’-An International Journal of Educational & Social Development, Vol-1.No-2, Oct-December, ISSN No-0976-3201.

34. Roy, Sanjoy. (2010).’ Teacher Education and its Sustainability in a New Vision of India’. ‘Journal of Teacher Education in Developing Nations’ (Bi-annual), Omega Publication, New Delhi, ISBN-2229-4694, Vol-1. No-2, Dec, 2010.

35. Roy, Sanjoy. (2010). ‘Economic Recession and Indian Economy’. Banijya, Assam University, Vol-2. No-2, December, ISSN-09774-0010, p-66-73.

36. Roy, Sanjoy. (2010). “Emerging Trends of Field Work in Social Work Education in India: An Empirical Study”, Social Work Journal, Dept of social work, AUS, ISSN-0976-5484, Dec. 2010.

37. Roy, Sanjoy. (2009). ‘Dalit in West Bengal: Some Reflections’. Assam University Journal. January, ISSN-0973-4821, p-65-77.

38. Roy, Sanjoy. (2009).’Weaker Section and Co-operative: Need a Positive outlook for Development’. ‘SAMABAYIKA, a Co-operative Education and Research journal, Assam University, Vol-1, No-1, p-44-47.

39. Roy, Sanjoy. (2009). ‘Domain of field Work in Social Work Education in India’. Contemporary Social Work. Reg. No. UPENG/2007-2589, p-5-21.    

40. Roy, Sanjoy. (2009). Living condition of Migrant Rickshaw puller in Delhi’. Social Science Gazzetter. Journal of Indian Social Science Association, Vol-4, No-2, July-December, Official Journal of ISSA, p-179-198.    

Scrutinizing Digital Technologies: Impact on Social Interaction

Roy, Sanjoy (2024). Nanotechnology Perceptions, Vol-20, Issue-7 (Scopus)

This study investigates how digital technologies are transforming human social interaction in both personal and collective spheres. It critically examines the paradox of digital connectedness versus social isolation, offering a sociological lens to the virtual shift in relationships. The paper highlights implications for policy, mental health, and digital literacy. 

Social Work Practice with the Trans Community 

Roy, Sanjoy & Dey, Rituparna (2023). Women’s Health Science Journal, Vol-7, Issue-2

This article explores inclusive approaches in social work with India’s transgender population. It identifies healthcare barriers, social stigma, and systemic exclusions faced by trans individuals. The authors advocate for gender-affirming policies and community-based interventions that uphold dignity and rights.

Climate and Environment Policy

Roy, Sanjoy (2023). PoliTeknik International, Germany, Edition Nr.9

The paper discusses India’s environmental policy landscape in light of climate change and ecological justice. It critiques current policies and suggests a people-centric, sustainable approach to environmental governance. The work bridges environmental studies with rights-based development.

Field Work in Social Work Education During COVID-19 Pandemic in India: Disruptions and Discoveries

Roy, Sanjoy (2022). The International Journal of Community and Social Development (SAGE)

This article examines how the pandemic disrupted traditional fieldwork in social work education, leading to both challenges and innovations. It discusses adaptations like virtual field engagement and online community work. The study offers recommendations for resilient and hybrid models of practicum.

Human Rights and Discourses: Is it Definable Finally?

Roy, Sanjoy (2022). PoliTeknik International, Germany, Edition Nr.7

This reflective piece delves into the evolving meanings and interpretations of human rights. It critiques the dominant Western discourse and calls for localized, culturally grounded understandings. The article is both theoretical and political, opening dialogue on inclusive rights frameworks.

Primary & Higher Secondary Education in India: Conditions and Reality

Roy, Sanjoy (2021). PoliTeknik International, Germany

This article critically analyzes the status of school education in India, focusing on systemic inequalities, dropout rates, and policy gaps. It draws attention to the digital divide and rural-urban disparities, particularly post-COVID. The work calls for inclusive and decentralized educational reforms.

Teaching Caste & Reservation in Classroom Setting: Effort towards Anti-Oppressive Social Work Practice 

Roy, Sanjoy (2021). American Research Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, Vol-7, Issue-1

Prof. Roy reflects on his classroom experience of teaching caste and reservation, promoting anti-oppressive pedagogy. The paper stresses the need to address privilege, marginalization, and critical consciousness among students. It contributes to social work education's commitment to equity and justice.

Rural Camp in Social Work Practicum: A Lively Pedagogy of Learning 

Roy, Sanjoy (2021). African Journal of Social Work, Vol-11, Issue-1

The article documents the transformative experience of rural camps as a pedagogical tool in social work education. It discusses how field immersion fosters empathy, critical thinking, and social accountability. The camp is positioned as a bridge between theory and grassroots realities.

‘I was not Hurt but was Angry’: Health Care Experiences of Transwomen in India 

Roy, Sanjoy & Dey, Rituparna (2024). In Current Social Work Debates, Turkey

This chapter explores the lived healthcare experiences of transwomen in India, marked by exclusion, discrimination, and resilience. Drawing from qualitative narratives, it calls for gender-sensitive healthcare policies. It contributes to global debates on queer-inclusive social work.

Elderly Rights and Problems in India: Analysis Through SMART PRACTICE Perspective 

Roy, Sanjoy (2022). In Ageing Issues in India, Springer, Vol-32

This book chapter analyzes the challenges faced by India’s elderly population through the SMART PRACTICE framework—a structured approach for social work intervention. It addresses neglect, isolation, health access, and rights of senior citizens. The work is policy-relevant and solution-oriented.