New editors’ introduction

Abstract

This piece serves as the introduction by the new joint editors of the International Journal of Iberian Studies (IJIS), Dr Deirdre Kelly (Technological University Dublin, Ireland) and Dr Anton Pujol (University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United States). They highlight the journal’s esteemed history, introduce the new members of the IJIS editorial board and advisory board and thank the outgoing editors. The new editors emphasize their commitment to upholding and expanding IJIS as a primary reference in Iberian studies, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of scholarship. They express a dedication to maintaining high academic standards, fostering diversity in content and contributors, and encouraging submissions that explore overlooked Iberian-related topics. The co-editors outline their vision for the journal, emphasizing inclusivity, international collaboration, and engagement with contemporary challenges in the Iberian Peninsula. The article concludes with an invitation for researchers worldwide to contribute to IJIS, ensuring its growth, diversity and continued relevance.