About the Journal

Jurnal Ilmiah Kajian Ilmu Sosial dan Budaya is a peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal published by LPPM Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai. The journal is devoted to advancing knowledge and scholarly discourse in the fields of social sciences and cultural studies through the publication of high-quality empirical research, theoretical studies, conceptual papers, and critical analyses. It provides an academic platform for researchers, academics, practitioners, policymakers, and professionals to share scientific contributions that enhance the understanding of social life, cultural dynamics, and contemporary societal issues.

The journal primarily focuses on the study of contemporary social and cultural phenomena through interdisciplinary perspectives within the fields of social sciences and cultural studies. It particularly encourages scholarly works that contribute to the understanding of society, culture, community development, governance, social transformation, human interaction, and other issues relevant to the advancement of society and culture at local, national, regional, and global levels.

Manuscripts submitted to the journal may be written in Indonesian or English and must demonstrate originality, scientific rigor, methodological soundness, academic integrity, and relevance to the journal's focus and scope. All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process conducted by qualified reviewers to ensure the quality, validity, originality, and scholarly contribution of every published article.

As an open-access publication, Jurnal Ilmiah Kajian Ilmu Sosial dan Budaya is committed to the broad dissemination of scientific knowledge and the promotion of accessible, high-quality academic research. The journal aspires to become a reputable scholarly reference and a respected forum for academic exchange, supporting the advancement of research, scholarly collaboration, and intellectual development in the fields of social sciences and cultural studies at both national and international levels.

Journal Identity

Aims and Scope

Jurnal Ilmiah Kajian Ilmu Sosial dan Budaya aims to advance the development of social sciences and cultural studies by providing a platform for the dissemination of high-quality empirical research, theoretical analyses, conceptual papers, and critical studies. The journal is committed to promoting interdisciplinary research that addresses contemporary issues in social sciences and cultural studies.

The journal publishes original research articles, review articles, and conceptual papers. The scope of the journal covers, but is not limited to, the following areas:

1. Social Sciences — Social structures, social interaction, social behavior, social change, social inequality, and contemporary social issues.

2. Cultural Studies — Cultural identity, local wisdom, multiculturalism, cultural transformation, indigenous knowledge, and cultural preservation.

3. Society and Community Development — Community empowerment, social participation, community resilience, social innovation, and sustainable community development.

4. Public Policy, Governance, and Society — Public policy, governance, public administration, civic participation, democracy, and social development.

5. Media, Communication, and Digital Society — Media and society, digital communication, social media, digital culture, communication technologies, and online communities.

6. Socio-Legal Studies — Socio-legal perspectives, legal awareness, access to justice, public ethics, and human rights in social contexts.

7. Gender, Diversity, and Social Inclusion — Gender relations, diversity, equality, social inclusion, marginalized communities, and intersectionality.

8. Environment, Culture, and Society — Human–environment interaction, environmental awareness, ecological culture, environmental justice, and sustainable society.

9. Anthropology and Cultural Heritage — Anthropology, ethnicity, traditions, cultural heritage, indigenous communities, and socio-cultural practices.

10. Contemporary Social and Cultural Issues — Globalization, migration, poverty, social welfare, social conflict, education as a social institution, and emerging social and cultural issues.

Vision and Mission

Vision

Mission

• To publish high-quality, original, and peer-reviewed research in the fields of social sciences and cultural studies.
• To provide an inclusive platform for academic discourse, knowledge exchange, and interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers, scholars, and practitioners.
• To promote ethical research practices, academic integrity, and excellence in scholarly publishing.
• To encourage research that addresses contemporary social and cultural challenges at local, national, and global levels.
• To support evidence-based policymaking and community development through the dissemination of relevant and impactful research.
• To strengthen national and international academic networks and foster collaborative research initiatives.
• To contribute to the advancement of social and cultural knowledge that promotes sustainable, inclusive, and equitable societies.