Focus and Scope

Aims:
The Journal of Social and Political Sciences, STISIPOL Raja Haji aims to provide a leading platform for high-quality, peer-reviewed research in the fields of public administration, government, policy, and social sciences. The journal seeks to advance theoretical, empirical, and practical knowledge that contributes to effective governance, sustainable social development, and the understanding of contemporary societal issues. Journal of Social and Political Sciences, STISIPOL Raja Haji welcomes interdisciplinary studies that bridge public administration, political science, and sociology, fostering insights relevant to academics, policymakers, and practitioners worldwide.

Scope:
Journal of Social and Political Sciences, STISIPOL Raja Haji publishes original research, review articles, case studies, and theoretical contributions in the following six key areas:

  1. Public Administration and Public Management
    • Studies on organizational governance, public sector management, human resource management, and performance improvement in public institutions.
  2. Public Policy and Governance
    • Research on policy formulation, implementation, evaluation, and governance practices emphasizing transparency, accountability, and effectiveness.
  3. Government and Political Studies
    • Analyses of political systems, democratic processes, government functions, and policy-making dynamics at local, national, and global levels.
  4. Citizenship and Social Development
    • Studies exploring civic engagement, social inclusion, community development, and strategies for sustainable social progress.
  5. Contemporary Sociology and Social Issues
    • Investigations into societal structures, family dynamics, gender issues, inequality, and other contemporary social phenomena.
  6. Sociology of Religion and Social Life
    • Research on the role of religion in society, religious practices, beliefs, and their influence on social behavior and community life.

Article Types:

  • Original Research Articles
  • Review Articles
  • Case Studies
  • Policy Analyses
  • Conceptual/Theoretical Papers