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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 (JGCS) (p-ISSN: 2579-4396, e-ISSN: 2579-440X) is a peer-reviewed academic journal published biannually by the Government Science Study Program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Tangerang in collaboration with Muhammadiyah College Association of Governmental Science (AIPPTM) and The Association of Indonesian Government Studies Programs (KAPSIPI).

JGCS particularly welcomes international submissions, comparative analyses, and regional case studies offering globally relevant insights grounded in local contexts. The journal aspires to serve as a distinguished platform for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers worldwide to advance inclusive, participatory, and accountable governance.

National Accreditation & Global Alignment

Journal of Government and Civil Society (JGCS) is officially accredited SINTA 2 (Rank 2) by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology of the Republic of Indonesia. Aligning with our strategic internationalization roadmap, we continuously uphold high-standard editorial frameworks and rigorous publication ethics for global indexing.

Focus & Scope

1. Local and Innovative Governance

Explores how local governments leverage technological advancements, participatory frameworks, and community-centered initiatives to enhance governance, public service delivery, and sustainable regional development. Key themes include smart governance, public policy innovation, decentralization dynamics, and urban-rural resilience.

2. Democracy and Civil Society

Examines the pivotal role of civil society entities—including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), grassroots movements, and civic associations—in championing democratic values, social inclusion, ecological stewardship, and collaborative governance. Key themes include civic engagement, political education, social movements, and environmental justice.

Rigorous Peer Review Policy

To guarantee strict academic integrity and scientific rigor, all submitted manuscripts undergo a structured two-stage review workflow. Initially, the editorial board conducts an internal Desk Screening to evaluate scope relevance, structural template compliance, and similarity thresholds (plagiarism checks). Qualifying manuscripts are subsequently assigned to expert peer reviewers under a strict Double-Blind Peer Review protocol to ensure complete objectivity and confidentiality.

Submit Your Research Manuscript

Authors are invited to prepare their manuscripts in accordance with the APA 7th Edition citation style and strictly adhere to our standardized publishing template.