Alteridades is an editorial space for the publication of original research work, theoretical reflection, and book reviews related to social anthropology and ethnology. It is a biannual national and international academic journal, edited since 1991 by the Anthropology Department of Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana Izatpalapa. Its main aim is to advance scholarship among the scientific community that endeavors in research on social anthropology and ethnology.

All articles are submitted to a pre-editorial evaluation and, when needed, to two evaluations. When an article is received, the editorial committee evaluates whether or not two specialists should review it.

Alteridades does not request any monetary support for the publication or evaluation of the texts submitted for publication.

Editorial decisions shall not be based on the nationality, ethnicity, political position, sexual orientation or religion of authors