About the Journal
Vigiles is a technical and scientific journal published by the Minas Gerais Fire Department (CBMMG), with its first issue released in 2018. With a multidisciplinary scope and open to both the academic and professional communities, the journal is dedicated to disseminating scientific and technical contributions relevant to the fields of Civil Defense, Social Defense, and Public Safety. It encompasses a wide range of disciplines related to these areas, including public administration, law, engineering, health sciences, technology, and applied social sciences.
The journal employs a double-blind peer review process, in which both authors and reviewers remain anonymous throughout the evaluation. Vigiles publishes original research articles, literature reviews, and case studies aligned with its thematic scope, submitted by authors affiliated with national and international institutions. The journal does not charge any fees for manuscript submission, peer review, or publication.
Since 2021, Vigiles has been published exclusively in digital format through the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform, discontinuing its print edition. Since 2023, it has adopted a continuous publication model, under which accepted articles are published immediately upon completion of the editorial process and compiled into a single annual volume.
In the CAPES Journal Ranking System (Qualis Periódicos), Vigiles received a B3 classification in the most recent evaluation period (2021–2024).
Vigiles follows an open access policy, providing unrestricted access to its content to promote the democratization of scientific knowledge and strengthen collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and institutions dedicated to risk management, disaster management, and public safety.
The journal's publication standards are based on the guidelines of the Brazilian National Standards Organization (ABNT), with regard to manuscript formatting and the ethical principles governing the conduct of technical and scientific research.
To achieve excellence in disseminating high-quality technical and scientific knowledge that contributes to the work of professionals in the fields of Civil Defense, Social Defense, and Public Safety.
To publish manuscripts that present discussions on operational practices and technological, strategic, logistical, and administrative developments within Civil Protection and Defense, Social Defense, and Public Safety organizations.
Specific Objectives
a) To encourage and promote the production of high-quality technical and scientific research within the journal's thematic areas.
b) To disseminate the results of scientific research and technical studies related to the activities of professionals in Civil Protection and Defense, Social Defense, and Public Safety.
c) To foster discussions that contribute to improvements in professional practice and the delivery of services to society.
d) To promote technical and scientific exchange among professionals, researchers, and managers working in the journal's thematic fields.
