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Conference Proceedings Submission Preparation Checklist

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.
  • Enter all authors’ data in the system metadata using the “Add author” option. (Full Name and short bio “Academic degree and Institutional affiliation”). ORCID inclusion is mandatory.
    https://orcid.org/
  • The title, abstract, and keywords are presented in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.
  • Authors must include an AI use statement in their manuscripts, clearly and in detail explaining how the tools were employed in the development of the article. Please refer to the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use Policy.
  • The text follows the style standards and bibliographic requirements described in the Guidelines for Authors on the About the Journal page.
  • The text follows the formatting indicated by the journal in accordance with ABNT NBR (Brazilian Association of Technical Standards) 10520:2023 (Citations in documents) and 6023:2025 (References) guidelines.
  • The contribution is original and unpublished, and is not under review for publication by another journal; otherwise, a justification must be provided in “Comments to the editor.”
  • The submission file is in Microsoft Word, OpenOffice, or RTF format.
  • Uses plain language in accordance with the Plain Language Manual of the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies (2024), even in scientific articles.

Author Guidelines

General [Checklist]

Before submitting, confirm each item below:

  1. Scope and suitability
  • The manuscript aligns with the journal’s focus: knowledge and cultures of Amazonian peoples; Rights of Nature; socio-environmental justice; sociocultural and linguistic diversity; intercultural education; arts, literature, communication; interfaces with Law and related fields.
  • Artistic-cultural texts (literature, photography, audiovisual, etc.) are aligned with the journal’s mission.
  1. Originality, novelty, and preprints
  • The contribution is original and unpublished.
  • The manuscript is not under review by another journal. If it is, justify in “Comments to the editor.”
  • Preprints are accepted: provide link and DOI at the time of submission.
  1. Language and writing
  • Accepted languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish, and Indigenous languages.
  • Texts in other languages (including Indigenous languages) are accompanied by a full Portuguese version.
  • Title, abstract, and keywords are presented in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.
  • The writing uses plain language, in line with the Plain Language Manual of the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies (2024), without losing academic rigor.
  1. Formatting and technical standards
  • The text follows the journal’s official template/model.
  • Page format: A4; font Times New Roman 12 pt; line spacing 1.5; margins: 3 cm (left/right) and 2.5 cm (top/bottom); first-line paragraph indent of 1.25 cm.
  • Citations in accordance with ABNT NBR 10520:2023.
  • References in accordance with ABNT NBR 6023:2025.
  • Keywords: 3 to 5, using recognized vocabularies.
  • Submission file in Microsoft Word, OpenOffice, or RTF.
  1. Metadata and authorship
  • All authors have been entered in the system metadata (option “Add author”), with: full name, institutional affiliation, short bio (degree and affiliation).
  • ORCID provided for all authors (mandatory): https://orcid.org/
  • Number of authors per submission: up to 5 coauthors.
  • Describe individual contributions in the “Coauthorship Supplementary Document” (journal template).
  1. Required statements
  • Conflicts of interest: attach the signed “Conflict of Interest Statement.”
  • AI use: include an “AI Use Statement” describing tools, purposes, limits, and human review (per the journal’s AI Use Policy).
  • Research ethics: when applicable, attach Research Ethics Committee approval (“CEP Approval” document) for studies with humans/animals or provide an appropriate ethical justification.
  1. Accessibility, diversity, and equity (DEIA)
  • The manuscript respects the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA).
  • Peer review must not be influenced by origin, nationality, beliefs, gender, gender identity, race/ethnicity, or commercial interests. Avoid discriminatory language.
  1. Copyright and licensing
  • Authors retain copyright and agree to publish under the CC BY 4.0 license.
  • In case of future republication, indicate first publication in Revista Bem Viver Compartilhando Saberes.
  • Third-party materials (text/images/audio/video) have authorization for use under CC BY 4.0; where applicable, there is consent from identifiable individuals in images, as per the journal’s model.
  1. Review and communication
  • I acknowledge that academic manuscripts undergo double-blind peer review by at least two external reviewers.
  • Works submitted to the Art & Culture section are reviewed by specialists (double-blind); in specific cases, the decision may be made by a single reviewer or by the editor-in-chief.
  • Submissions that do not follow the guidelines will be returned for adjustments before further consideration.
  • All communication will take place via the OJS platform.
  1. Periodicity, fees, and restrictions
  • Periodicity: semiannual.
  • No submission or publication fees are charged.
  • Authors who published in the journal in the last 12 months cannot submit a new manuscript during this period (promotes authorship diversity).

Useful notes

  • Abstracts: 100–250 words, concise and informative (problem, objectives, framework, and main results).
  • Length: articles/essays up to 15 pages, including references; reviews/interviews up to 10 pages, including references.
  • For texts in Indigenous languages: attach a glossary of specific terms when relevant, ensuring cultural fidelity in the Portuguese version;
  • Texts in English, Spanish, or an Indigenous language must be accompanied by a Portuguese translation.

After confirming all items, proceed with submission on the OJS platform of Revista Bem Viver Compartilhando Saberes.

Articles

The journal accepts articles with original research data, review articles, theoretical essays, reviews, and experience reports, provided they align with the scope on the knowledge and cultures of Amazonian peoples, Nature as a subject of rights, socio-environmental justice, sociocultural and linguistic diversity, intercultural education, arts, literature, communication, and interfaces with Law and related fields. Submissions must be made exclusively through the journal’s online form (OJS), mandatorily using the official template for the Articles section. It is essential to correctly fill in the metadata for all authors in the system (full name, email, affiliation, short bio with degree and institutional link, and ORCID). Incomplete submissions or those not in compliance with these guidelines will be returned for adjustments.

Languages and writing: we accept texts in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and Indigenous languages; manuscripts in English, Spanish, or an Indigenous language must be accompanied by a full Portuguese version. We adopt plain language, in accordance with the Plain Language Manual of the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies (2024), ensuring clarity and objectivity, avoiding unnecessary acronyms and favoring self-explanatory terms, without compromising academic rigor. The title, abstract (150–250 words), and keywords (3 to 5) must be presented in Portuguese, English, and Spanish; a glossary is recommended for specific terms in Indigenous languages when relevant.

Files and anonymization: attach a separate title page file (option “other”), containing the title (bold, uppercase, Times 12), authors aligned to the right, with a footnote indicating affiliation and email, this template. The article document must be fully anonymized (no author identification), follow the template, and include: title (bold, uppercase, Times 12), tri-lingual abstract and keywords, and the body text justified with 10 to 15 pages (including references). Formatting: A4, Times New Roman 12, 1.5 line spacing, margins 3 cm (left/right) and 2.5 cm (top/bottom), first-line paragraph indent 1.25 cm. Citations in accordance with ABNT NBR 10520:2023 and references in accordance with ABNT NBR 6023:2025. Accepted formats: Microsoft Word, OpenOffice, or RTF.

Minimum manuscript structure: Introduction (objectives and relevance), Theoretical framework (when there are research data), Methodology, Results and Discussion (in dialogue with the literature), Final considerations, and References. Research involving humans or animals must state, in the Methodology, approval by the Research Ethics Committee (attach “CEP Approval” when applicable). Preprints are accepted; authors must provide the link and DOI at submission.

Specific Guidelines for Theoretical Essays

Revista Bem Viver welcomes theoretical essays presenting original, critical, and profound reflections. Unlike a simple literature review, the essay requires argumentative authorship and the defense of a thesis. For essay submissions, please observe the following criteria:

  • Reflective Structure: The text does not need to follow the classic division (Introduction-Method-Results) and may use subtopics that favor the fluidity of the argumentation.
  • Methodological Rigor: Even though it is an essay, it is mandatory to present in the introduction the guiding question (the inquiry that motivates the reflection), the adopted epistemological basis, and the logical path taken to construct the arguments.
  • Conclusion: It must revisit the initial question, sustaining the defended thesis or demonstrating how the reflection has advanced the scientific debate in the area.

Mandatory Section: Practical Applications

To reinforce science's social commitment and the traceability of research impact, all articles and essays must contain a mandatory section titled "Practical Applications", inserted immediately before the Final Considerations.

  • What to write: A concise text (maximum 100 words) explaining how the study can be used in society, in public policies, by local communities, or within the justice system.
  • Objective: To translate theoretical complexity into real utility and social impact.

Art & Culture

The Art & Culture section welcomes works aligned with the journal’s mission to make the knowledges and cultures of Amazonian peoples visible: photo essays, single photographs, illustrations, social cartographies, song lyrics, visual essays, and short videos (up to 15 minutes). We accept materials in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and Indigenous languages; when not in Portuguese, they must be accompanied by a full Portuguese version. We use plain language (Plain Language Manual of the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies, 2024) without compromising rigor and cultural fidelity. Please pay attention to the required terms.

License and rights

  • All published works are licensed under CC BY 4.0.
  • Third‑party materials (images, text excerpts, music, etc.) may be used only with authorization compatible with CC BY 4.0, as per the journal’s model.
  • If identifiable people appear in images/videos, attach the Image Use Consent Form (journal template). For private property/artworks in private spaces, attach the rights holder’s authorization when applicable.

Technical specifications

Photographs and still images (includes illustrations, maps, posters)

  • Formats: JPEG (.jpg) or PNG (.png).
  • Minimum resolution: 300 dpi for images up to 20 cm on the longest side; 150 dpi acceptable for natively digital pieces without visible loss.
  • Minimum dimensions: 2000 px on the longest side (recommended 3000–4000 px).
  • Color profile: sRGB.
  • File size: up to 15 MB per image.
  • Naming: surname_author_shorttitle_01.jpg
  • Metadata: include work title, place/date (when relevant), technique, and credits in the caption field; remove author-identifying metadata for double‑blind review (EXIF/IPTC), keeping a complete version for post‑acceptance.
  • Mandatory caption: work title; place/territory (when applicable); year; brief contextual description (up to 50 words); credit/author and license (e.g., Photo: Firstname Lastname, CC BY 4.0).

Visual essays

  • Submit 6 to 12 images with a curatorial narrative (200–400 words) and essay title.
  • Suggested sequence and introduction text in the main (anonymous) document following the template.

Short videos

  • Duration: up to 15 minutes.
  • Format: MP4 (H.264), minimum 720p (preferred: 1080p), 24–30 fps, audio AAC 128 kbps or higher.
  • File size: up to 500 MB for upload; links to the master file may be requested after acceptance.
  • Submission: provide a private link (e.g., unlisted Vimeo/YouTube or institutional repository) and a cover image (thumbnail) 1280×720 px.
  • Caption and credits: title, synopsis (up to 100 words), credits (direction, camera, editing, soundtrack/effects with credits and licenses), place/territory and year; indicate CC BY 4.0 license.
  • Accessibility: attach an audio transcript and, when possible, Portuguese subtitles; if in another language/Indigenous language, include a Portuguese‑subtitled version.

Template and submission files

  • Mandatory use of the official Art & Culture section template (available on the journal website).
  • Submission package:
    • Main document (anonymous), in Word/ODT/RTF, following the template: work/essay title, presentation/curation, captions, synopsis (video), with no author identification.
    • Media file(s) (images/video) according to specifications.
    • Title page (separate file, “Other”): full names of all authors, short bio (degree and institutional affiliation), institutional affiliation, email, ORCID, credits, and complete rights/authorization information.
    • Terms and authorizations: • Image Use Consent Form for portrayed persons (when applicable). • Permission from rights holders for artworks/private locations (when applicable). • Statement on the use of third‑party materials under a license compatible with CC BY 4.0.
    • AI Use Statement (if applicable).

Good practices and ethics

  • Respect names, spellings, and self‑denominations of peoples/territories; include cultural context with listening and credit to communities.
  • For recordings in traditional territories, observe community protocols and indicate if community consent was obtained, when applicable.
  • Avoid sensitive exposure of people in vulnerable situations; always prioritize informed consent.

Review

  • Submissions undergo editorial screening (technical, ethical, and scope compliance).
  • Double‑blind specialist review. In cases of high specificity or limited reviewer availability, the decision may be based on a single specialist and/or by the editor‑in‑chief.
  • Curatorial, caption, and technical quality adjustments may be requested before the final decision.

Credits and attribution

  • Clearly indicate individual and collective authorship, including communities, groups, and masters of traditional knowledge.
  • Final attribution will follow the standard: Title (year). Author(s). Place/territory (when applicable). CC BY 4.0. Other specific credits (soundtrack, collection, partnership, etc.).

Contact and support

  • Templates for forms (consent/authorization) and the section template are available on the journal website.
  • Technical questions: use the “Comments to the editor” channel in the OJS platform.

Textos Literários

Poetic texts in verse or prose, short prose, chronicles, and song lyrics are accepted—whether unpublished or previously published—provided they engage with the literatures of the traditional peoples and communities of the Amazon and also of other regions of Brazil.

Important: academic works that analyze/theorize about literary works must be submitted to the Articles section.

Languages and translation

We accept texts in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and Indigenous languages. Texts in English, Spanish, or an Indigenous language must be accompanied by a full Portuguese version (a brief glossary of specific terms is recommended when pertinent).

Copyright and licenses

Publication under CC BY 4.0. The author retains rights and authorizes use with attribution. If there are excerpts from third-party works (extended quotations, song lyrics, etc.), attach authorization compatible with CC BY 4.0 or indicate that the use is covered by an applicable legal exception. For full song lyrics, observe the rights of the holder.

Review and originality

Submissions undergo editorial screening and double-blind review by specialists; in specific cases, the decision may be made by a single reviewer and/or by the editor-in-chief. Texts may be unpublished or previously published; in the case of republication, provide the original reference.

Length and formatting

Suggested length: up to 15 pages per submission (set), and may include more than one short text by the same author. Formatting: editable file (Word/ODT/RTF), Times New Roman 12, 1.5 line spacing, A4 page; no critical footnotes (keep them to a minimum when indispensable). No abstract is required; if desired, include a brief introduction (up to 100 words) in the anonymous document.

Files and template

Mandatory use of the official template for the Literary Texts section (available on the website).

Submit:

  • Main ANONYMOUS document, following the template, containing the title(s) and the literary text(s), with no identification.
  • Title page (separate file, “Other”) with: full name, short bio (degree and affiliation), institutional affiliation (if any), email, ORCID, and credits/rights notes.
  • Necessary authorizations (when there are third-party excerpts).

Credits and attribution

Upon publication, the following will be indicated: title, authorship (including collective authorship, when applicable), place/territory (if pertinent), and CC BY 4.0 license. In the case of a translation, credit the translator.

Notes

Plain language applies to editorial paratexts; the author’s literary style is fully respected. Literary criticism, analyses, academic essays, or studies about literature must be submitted exclusively to the Articles section.

Copyright Notice

  • Contents are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license, Open Access. Authors retain their copyrights and, in case of republication, must indicate first publication in this journal.
  • The license allows reading, downloading, copying, sharing, adapting, and creating derivative works, including commercial use, provided proper attribution is given to the journal and the authors.
  • The journal may make normative, orthographic, and grammatical adjustments to preserve language standards and credibility, while respecting the authors’ style. Conceptual changes will be communicated to the authors in advance.
  • Opinions and content of the articles are the sole responsibility of their authors.

Privacy Statement

The names and email addresses entered in this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party.