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Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Government and Civil Society (April)
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This Issue has been available online since 30 April 2026 for the regular issue of Journal of Government and Civil Society. All Articles in this issue were authored/co-authored by 26 Authors from 4 countries (Indonesia, UAE, England, India)

DOI: https://doi.org/10.31000/jgcs.v10i1
Published: 06/04/2026

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Journal of Government and Civil Society

p-ISSN: 2579-4396 • e-ISSN: 2579-440X

A peer-reviewed academic journal published biannually (April & October) by the Government Science Study Program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Tangerang in official collaboration with AIPPTM and KAPSIPI.

JGCS particularly welcomes empirical manuscripts, comparative studies, and subnational case studies offering globally relevant insights grounded in local governance, civic action, and public policy contexts.

Why Publish Your Research in JGCS?

Scholarly Excellence
High Editorial Rigor

National Accreditation & Standards

Accredited SINTA 2 by Kemdiktisaintek RI, strategically expanding its national and international scholarly footprint by upholding rigorous peer evaluation, double-blind review protocols, and open-access integrity.

Global Impact

Worldwide Dissemination & Reach

Achieves broad international visibility through a global assembly of contributing authors across 4 continents, ensuring widespread indexing, citation impact, and internationally resonant policy discussions.

Focus & Scope Priorities

Core Research Pillars & Thematic Boundaries
JGCS Scope
Flagship Track 01

Local & Innovative Governance

Investigates subnational administrative modernization, institutional adaptation, e-governance systems, and experimental public management models aimed at enhancing service delivery efficiency and local governance resilience.

Focus: Digital Governance • Decentralization • Fiscal Federalism • Policy Co-Production
Democratic Studies 02

Democracy & Civil Society

Examines formal and informal democratic institutions, electoral dynamics, political behavior, and the role of civil society organizations, grassroots movements, and citizen networks in safeguarding civic space.

Focus: Subnational Elections • Civic Space • Grassroots Advocacy • Digital Activism
Development & Crisis 03

Social Welfare & Disaster Governance

Analyzes public policy interventions, social protection schemes, and community-led adaptation strategies designed to mitigate socio-economic vulnerabilities, manage disasters, and improve human security.

Focus: Disaster Risk Reduction • Poverty Alleviation • Public Health • Social Safety Nets
Policy & Economy 04

Political Economy & Resources

Explores the intersection of state authority, market forces, resource distribution, and ecological sustainability, emphasizing institutional transparency, anti-corruption, and environmental stewardship.

Focus: State-Market Dynamics • Environmental Justice • Extractive Oversight • Public Integrity

Editorial Integrity & Double-Blind Review Protocol

To guarantee scientific rigor, all submissions undergo a structured two-stage review process. Initial Desk Screening evaluates scope alignment, structural template compliance, and similarity limits (Turnitin index < 20%). Qualifying manuscripts are subsequently assigned to expert peer reviewers under a strict Double-Blind Peer Review protocol.

Journal Performance & Metrics

Accreditation, Editorial Quality & Global Reach Transparency
SINTA 2
Continental Reach
4 Continents
Asia, Europe, Africa, Oceania
Published Works
180+ Titles
Volumes 1 – 10 Archive
Total Authors
450+ Authors
Global Contributor Network
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