AFKAR operates a double blind review process. All manuscripts submitted to AFKAR will be initially assessed by the editor for suitability for the journal. Papers deemed suitable are then sent to a minimum of two independent expert reviewers in the field. The reviewers' recommendations are taken into consideration by the Editors in arriving at publication and revision decisions. Comments from the external reviewers are sent to the authors and they are notified of the journal's decision (accept, accept with major/minor revisions, reject). This entire review process will take anywhere between 4 and 6 months after submission of the manuscript. The review process is treated confidentially at all times. The Editors' decision is final.