Author Guidelines

General Information

Al-Hikmah: Jurnal Ilmu Dakwah dan Pengembangan Masyarakat (e-ISSN: 2685-4376; p-ISSN: 1907-4328) provides an international scholarly forum for research in da’wah science and community development. The journal serves as a bridge that imports community development approaches into the realm of Islamic studies and exports Islamic studies into the field of da’wah and social transformation in Indonesia.

The journal welcomes diverse paradigms and methodologies—whether theoretical, empirical, qualitative, quantitative, or comparative-historical—in exploring Islamic and social-humanities issues. Published twice a year (April and October) by the Faculty of Da’wah, State Islamic University of Kiai Haji Achmad Siddiq Jember, Al-Hikmah prioritizes manuscripts that address significant scientific, social, religious, and humanitarian phenomena relevant to Indonesian and global contexts.

Articles may be written in Indonesian, Arabic, or English. To maintain high academic standards, all submissions undergo a plagiarism screening and a double-blind peer review process conducted by experts in the relevant fields.

Submission Policy

  • The manuscript must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration for publication elsewhere.

  • Authors must register on the journal website and submit manuscripts through the Open Journal System (OJS).

  • Starting from the 2023 edition, Al-Hikmah has implemented an upgraded OJS platform and accepts manuscripts from international contributors.

  • Manuscripts that do not conform to the guidelines may be returned for revision before the review process begins.

Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

1. Structure of the Manuscript

The manuscript should be prepared according to the following structure:

  1. Title
    The title must be concise, clear, informative, and not exceed 20 words. It should accurately reflect the content and core issue of the study. Avoid uncommon abbreviations.

  2. Author’s Names and Affiliations
    Include the full names of all authors (without academic titles), institutional affiliations, complete institutional addresses, and email addresses.

  3. Abstract
    The abstract should be written in one paragraph of no more than 250 words. It must include the following five elements:

    • Purpose: Clearly state the study’s main objective and significance.

    • Methodology: Summarize the research design, type (qualitative/quantitative/mixed), data collection, and analysis methods.

    • Findings: Highlight key results that contribute to the field.

    • Implications: Explain the relevance and impact on theory, practice, or policy.

    • Originality/Value: Emphasize the unique contribution and novelty of the study.

  4. Keywords
    Provide three to five relevant keywords that represent the core topics of the manuscript. Use lowercase except for proper nouns.

  5. Introduction
    The introduction should describe the background and context of the study, clearly define the research problem, explain its significance, and review relevant previous studies. State the objectives and the methods briefly, including the research approach, subjects or data sources, instruments, and data analysis techniques. References should follow APA Style (6th Edition).

  6. Results
    Present the research results supported by adequate data and evidence. Results should directly address the research questions or hypotheses stated in the introduction.

  7. Discussion
    Discuss and interpret the results in the context of previous research and relevant theories. Authors should explain the meaning, significance, and implications of the findings. Differences or similarities with previous studies should be critically analyzed. Use subheadings when necessary to organize the discussion.

  8. Conclusion
    The conclusion must summarize the main findings and clearly answer the research objectives. It should not merely repeat the results but also offer insights, recommendations, and directions for future research.

  9. Acknowledgments
    Authors may acknowledge individuals or institutions that provided administrative, technical, or material support not covered by authorship or funding.

  10. Conflicts of Interest
    Authors must declare any potential conflicts of interest. If none exist, include the statement:
    “The authors declare no conflict of interest.”

  11. References

    • Only include works cited in the manuscript.

    • At least 80% of the references should be from journal articles, proceedings, or research reports published within the last five years.

    • References should be prepared using APA Style (6th Edition).

    • It is recommended to use reference management software such as Mendeley, Zotero, EndNote, or Reference Manager to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Manuscript Format

  • Manuscripts should be typed in Times New Roman, font size 12 pt, 1.5 line spacing, on A4-sized paper, with margins of 2.5 cm on all sides.

  • All tables and figures must be numbered sequentially and clearly labeled.

Review and Publication Process

  • Each submitted manuscript will undergo an initial editorial screening for scope, quality, and compliance with the author guidelines.

  • Manuscripts that pass the initial review are sent to at least two reviewers in a double-blind peer review process.

  • Based on the reviewers’ recommendations, the editor will decide whether the manuscript is accepted, revised, or rejected.

  • The editorial team reserves the right to make minor grammatical and formatting adjustments without altering the substance of the article.