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AUTHOR'S GUIDE
Welcome to JISE! The Journal of Indonesian Society Empowerment (JISE) invites submissions of original research, conceptual articles, case studies, and practice-based scholarship that contribute to knowledge and practice in community empowerment and sustainable development aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
| Aspect | Guidelines & Requirements | Details & Notes |
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| SUBMISSION SCOPE & TOPICS | ||
| Research Topics | Submissions should address issues related to community empowerment, local development strategies, participatory methods, social policy, grassroots innovation, and sustainable development initiatives. Priority Thematic Areas (SDG-aligned):
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Geographic Scope: Prioritizes Indonesian context but welcomes comparative and global perspectives from Global South. Interdisciplinary: Social work, development studies, economics, education, public health, environmental science, technology, public policy accepted. |
| Article Types | ✓ Original Research Articles (empirical, quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods) ✓ Participatory Action Research ✓ Case Studies & Best Practices ✓ Impact Evaluations ✓ Conceptual & Policy Papers ✓ Review Articles & Systematic Syntheses ✓ Practitioner Perspectives |
All article types must demonstrate practical relevance and contribute to evidence-based community empowerment practices. |
| SUBMISSION PROCESS | ||
| How to Submit | Manuscripts must be submitted via the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform only. • New authors: Create an account at journal website • Existing authors: Log in to your account • Do NOT send via email or other platforms — submissions will not be processed |
⚠️ IMPORTANT: OJS is the only accepted submission method. All other submissions will be rejected without review. |
| Before Submission | Before submitting your manuscript: 1. Carefully review all guidelines in this table 2. Ensure manuscript meets all formatting requirements 3. Check similarity/plagiarism using software (target: <20%) 4. Complete the submission checklist in OJS 5. Verify all author information and affiliations |
Submission Checklist: Thorough compliance prevents review delays. |
| MANUSCRIPT FORMAT & REQUIREMENTS | ||
| Language | Manuscripts must be written in clear, professional English OR Bahasa Indonesia. For non-native speakers: We recommend professional proofreading before submission. |
All abstracts must be provided in BOTH English and Bahasa Indonesia. |
| Length | 4,000–6,000 words (including references, abstract, and author information) | Manuscripts exceeding word limit may be returned for revision before review. |
| Font & Formatting | • Font: Cambria, 11 pt • Line spacing: 1.15 • Margins: 2.5 cm (all sides) • Page size: Standard A4 • File format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) only • Text alignment: Left-justified |
Non-compliant formatting will result in return for revision before peer review. |
| MANUSCRIPT STRUCTURE & SECTIONS | ||
| Title | • Maximum 12–15 words • Font: 14 pt, Bold, Center-aligned • Sentence case (capitalize first word and proper nouns only) • Informative and clearly reflects the research issue • Avoid uncommon abbreviations |
Example: "Community Empowerment Through Participatory Water Management in Rural Indonesia" |
| Author Information | • Full name(s) of all authors • Institutional affiliation(s) • Email address(es) • Corresponding author designation • ORCID (optional but recommended) |
All authors must agree to authorship and have contributed meaningfully to the research. |
| Abstract (Bilingual) | Format: Structured abstract Length: 180–200 words in English AND in Bahasa Indonesia Must include: • Background: Context and research problem • Methods: Research design and approach • Results/Findings: Key findings • Implications: Practical or policy implications for community empowerment and SDG alignment |
Abstract is critical for readers and indexing. Make it clear, concise, and comprehensive. |
| Keywords | • Quantity: 3–5 keywords • List after abstract in both English and Bahasa Indonesia, alphabetically • Use specific, searchable terms related to SDGs and research topic |
Example: Community empowerment, participatory development, SDG 1, livelihood strategies, Indonesia |
| Introduction | Must include: • General background: Context of the issue • Literature review (state of the art): Current knowledge and gaps • Research problem: Specific issue being addressed • Research objectives/questions: What the study aims to answer • Significance: Contribution to field and practical implications for SDG achievement |
Strong introduction should justify why this research matters for community empowerment. |
| Research Methods | Explain in detail: • Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, mixed-methods, participatory, etc. • Study population/participants: Who was involved • Sampling method: How participants were selected • Data collection: Tools and procedures used • Data analysis: Analytical methods employed • Ethical considerations: Ethical approvals and consent procedures |
Sufficient detail should allow readers to understand and potentially replicate the study. |
| Results & Discussion | Results: Present findings clearly, supported by data (tables, figures, quotes) Discussion: • Interpret findings in relation to research objectives • Compare with existing literature • Address implications for community empowerment practice • Discuss limitations • Connect to SDG targets and sustainable development outcomes |
Results must directly answer research questions. Discussion should show real-world applicability. |
| Conclusion | • Summarize key findings • Directly answer research questions/objectives • State implications for community empowerment policy and practice • Suggest directions for further research • Connect findings to SDG achievement |
Conclusion should be concise but impactful, connecting research to real-world community challenges. |
| References | • Include ALL sources cited in the manuscript • Use APA 7th Edition citation style • List alphabetically by author last name • Include DOI where available • Verify all citations are accurate and complete |
Minimum: At least 20 recent, scholarly references (preferably published in last 10 years). |
| ✅ ACADEMIC INTEGRITY & ETHICS | ||
| Plagiarism Policy | • All manuscripts screened using plagiarism detection software • Similarity threshold: ≤20% (excluding references) • Manuscripts exceeding 20% similarity will be rejected or returned for major revision • Self-plagiarism (republishing own previous work without citation) is prohibited • Duplicate publication (submitting same work to multiple journals) is prohibited |
High similarity scores may result in desk rejection. Check your work before submission. |
| Ethical Requirements | Authors must ensure: • IRB/Ethics Committee approval: Required for studies involving human participants • Informed consent: All participants must provide informed, voluntary consent • Conflict of interest disclosure: Declare any personal, financial, or professional conflicts • Funding disclosure: Clearly state all funding sources • Authorship transparency: All co-authors must have made meaningful contributions |
See journal's Publication Ethics Policy for detailed ethical guidelines. Non-compliance may result in rejection. |
| Data Availability | Authors are encouraged to share research data openly (when ethically and legally permissible) through open access repositories or as supplementary materials to enhance transparency and reproducibility. | Open data practices align with SDG 17 (Partnerships) and increase research impact. |
| PEER REVIEW PROCESS | ||
| Review Type | Double-Blind Peer Review • Both authors and reviewers remain anonymous • Ensures objective, unbiased evaluation • Minimum 2 independent reviewers per manuscript |
Double-blind review prevents bias and ensures quality. Timeline: typically 8–12 weeks. |
| Review Criteria | Manuscripts evaluated on: • Relevance: Alignment with JISE scope and SDGs • Originality: Contribution to knowledge • Rigor: Methodological soundness and quality • Clarity: Clear writing and logical presentation • Significance: Practical implications for community empowerment • Ethics: Adherence to ethical standards |
All decisions based on reviewers' recommendations and editorial judgment. |
| Possible Outcomes | 1. Accept: Manuscript accepted for publication 2. Minor Revisions: Accepted pending minor changes 3. Major Revisions: Resubmit after substantial revisions; may require second review 4. Reject & Resubmit: Reject but encourage resubmission after major revision 5. Reject: Not suitable for JISE |
Authors must respond to all reviewer comments in a detailed response letter. |
| PUBLICATION FEES & COSTS | ||
| Article Processing Charges (APC) | • Submission fee: FREE (no charge) • Peer review fee: FREE (no charge) • Publication fee (upon acceptance): IDR 500,000 (~USD 100) This fee covers: editing, typesetting, layout, DOI assignment, indexing, and open access hosting |
Fee Waiver Policy: Authors from low-income countries or with financial hardship can request fee waiver. Contact editor. |
| ©️ COPYRIGHT & LICENSING | ||
| Author Rights | • Copyright: Authors retain full copyright of their work • JISE Rights: Right to first publication and distribution • License: Articles published under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License (CC BY-SA 4.0) |
CC BY-SA 4.0 means: Others can share and adapt your work with proper attribution. |
| Open Access | All published articles are freely available online with no paywall. This increases visibility, accessibility, and research impact globally. | Open access aligns with SDG 17 (Partnerships) and supports global knowledge sharing. |
| CONTACT & SUPPORT | ||
| Questions? | For questions about submission, guidelines, or the review process: Contact the Editorial Office: Email: jise.jurnal@gmail.com Website: https://journal.lenvari.org/index.php/jise Response time: Typically within 3–5 business days (fast response: fathul.indonesia@gmail.com / WhatsApps only +62 85354769970 |
We're here to help! Don't hesitate to reach out with questions. |
SDG ALIGNMENT REMINDER: JISE prioritizes research contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 8 (Decent Work), SDG 9 (Innovation), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), SDG 11 (Sustainable Communities), and SDG 17 (Partnerships). When preparing your manuscript, explicitly discuss how your research contributes to these global development objectives and benefits community empowerment.
