Journal of Social and Human Interaction accepts scholarly manuscripts in the form of research articles, conceptual articles, and critical studies related to the social sciences and humanities.
Manuscripts submitted to the journal must meet the following requirements:
The manuscript must be an original work of the author(s).
The manuscript must not have been previously published in any journal or other publication.
The manuscript must not be under review or consideration by another journal.
The manuscript may be written in either English or Indonesian.
The manuscript must be submitted in Microsoft Word format (*.doc or *.docx).
The manuscript must follow the journal's prescribed format and template.
All sources cited in the manuscript must be included in the reference list.
Authors are responsible for the accuracy of the data, citations, arguments, and references presented in the manuscript.
All submitted manuscripts will undergo an initial editorial screening before entering the peer-review process.
The editor reserves the right to return manuscripts that do not comply with the journal's basic requirements.
A research article presents the results of empirical research using qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods approaches.
A conceptual article presents ideas, concepts, models, arguments, or scholarly perspectives developed on the basis of relevant academic sources.
A critical study presents an analytical examination of a phenomenon, idea, theory, policy, or issue in the social sciences and humanities based on scholarly arguments and reliable academic sources.
Manuscripts should generally contain 5,000–8,000 words, including tables, figures, and references.
The editor may consider manuscripts exceeding or falling below this range if they demonstrate sufficient academic quality, originality, and scholarly contribution.
Manuscripts must follow the formatting requirements below:
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Paper size | A4 |
| File format | Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) |
| Font | Times New Roman |
| Font size | 12 pt |
| Line spacing | 1.15 |
| Alignment | Justified |
| Margins | 2.54 cm |
| Language | English or Indonesian |
| Citation style | APA 7th Edition |
| Referencing system | Author-Date |
Authors are encouraged to use reference management software such as Mendeley, Zotero, or EndNote.
Research articles should generally be organized according to the following structure:
Title
Author Names
Affiliations and Email Addresses
Abstract
Keywords
Introduction
Research Methods
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
Acknowledgments
Funding
Conflict of Interest
Data Availability
References
The title should clearly, specifically, and informatively reflect the main substance of the article.
The title should:
be concise;
accurately represent the research problem;
avoid uncommon abbreviations;
avoid unnecessarily long wording; and
preferably contain no more than 15–20 words.
Author names must be written in full without academic or professional titles.
Example:
Irvon Fallz¹, Ahmad Rahman², Siti Aminah³
Affiliations should include:
Department/Study Program;
Faculty;
University/Institution;
City; and
Country.
The corresponding author's active email address must be provided.
Authors are also encouraged to include their ORCID iD, if available.
The abstract should be concise, informative, and approximately 150–250 words in length.
The abstract should include:
the background or research problem;
the research objective;
the research method;
the main findings; and
the conclusion.
The abstract should be self-contained and should not contain citations or references.
The article should include 3–5 keywords or key phrases that represent the main subject matter of the article.
Keywords should be placed immediately after the abstract and separated by semicolons (;).
Example:
Keywords: social interaction; social capital; social welfare; social transformation; digital society.
The Introduction should explain the research problem and establish why the research is important.
The Introduction should, at a minimum, address:
the background of the research problem;
the phenomenon or issue under investigation;
relevant previous studies;
the research gap;
the novelty of the study, where applicable; and
the research objective.
The Introduction should be presented in a coherent and argumentative manner, guiding readers toward the research problem.
Authors are encouraged to use relevant and up-to-date scholarly sources while retaining classical references when they provide the theoretical or conceptual foundation of the study.
The Methods section must clearly explain how the research was conducted.
The Methods section may include:
research approach;
research location;
research subjects or informants;
informant selection techniques;
data collection techniques;
data analysis techniques; and
data validity or trustworthiness procedures.
The Methods section may include:
research design;
population;
sample;
sampling technique;
research variables;
research instruments;
data collection techniques;
data analysis techniques; and
validity and reliability testing.
Authors must explain the qualitative and quantitative approaches used, including the procedures for data collection, analysis, and integration of both types of data.
The Methods section should provide sufficient detail to enable readers to understand the research process and, where appropriate, allow the study to be replicated.
The Results section should present the research findings based on the data collected.
Research findings should:
be presented systematically;
correspond to the research objectives;
be supported by empirical evidence;
use tables or figures where appropriate; and
avoid unnecessary repetition of the same information.
For qualitative research, direct quotations from informants may be used to support the findings, provided that ethical standards and the confidentiality of informants' identities are maintained.
For quantitative research, statistical results should be presented clearly and consistently with the analytical methods employed.
The Discussion section should provide an interpretation of the research findings and demonstrate the academic contribution of the article.
The Discussion may address:
interpretation of the research findings;
relationships between the findings and relevant concepts or theories;
comparison with previous studies;
explanations of similarities and differences in findings;
factors influencing the findings;
the social significance of the findings; and
the contribution of the research to the development of knowledge.
The Discussion should not merely repeat the Results section.
Authors should demonstrate analytical reasoning and provide well-supported scholarly arguments when interpreting their findings.
The Conclusion should directly address the research objectives and summarize the principal findings.
The Conclusion should:
be concise;
be based on the research findings;
address the research problem;
avoid introducing new data or information; and
include recommendations for future research or relevant actions where appropriate.
Tables should be used to present data systematically and facilitate readers' understanding of the research findings.
The following requirements apply:
Tables must be numbered consecutively.
Each table must have a clear title.
The table title should be placed above the table.
Every table must be referred to in the main text.
The data source must be provided when secondary data are used.
Tables must be clear and readable.
Tables that merely repeat information already presented in the text should be avoided.
Example:
Table 1. Characteristics of Research Informants
| No. | Characteristics | Number |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Male | 8 |
| 2 | Female | 7 |
| Total | 15 |
Source: Primary data, 2026.
Figures may include graphs, diagrams, charts, maps, photographs, or other forms of data visualization.
The following requirements apply:
Figures must be numbered consecutively.
Each figure must have a clear title.
Every figure must be referred to in the main text.
Figures must have adequate resolution and quality.
The source must be provided when a figure is obtained from another source.
Figures must be relevant to the research and discussion.
The journal uses the APA 7th Edition citation style.
(Bourdieu, 1986)
(Creswell & Creswell, 2023)
(Putnam et al., 2020)
Bourdieu (1986) explains that capital takes various forms that can be utilized within social fields.
Authors must ensure that all citations are accurate and that the cited sources can be properly identified and verified.
References must follow APA 7th Edition and be arranged alphabetically according to the authors' surnames.
Smith, J., & Brown, A. (2024). Social interaction and community transformation. Journal of Social Studies, 15(2), 120–135. https://doi.org/xxxxx
Bourdieu, P. (1986). The forms of capital. In J. Richardson (Ed.), Handbook of theory and research for the sociology of education (pp. 241–258). Greenwood.
Authors must ensure that:
all cited sources are included in the reference list;
all references listed are cited in the manuscript;
bibliographic information is accurate;
DOI information is included whenever available; and
the reference format is consistent throughout the manuscript.
Authors are encouraged to use relevant and high-quality scholarly sources.
References may include:
peer-reviewed journal articles;
academic books;
scholarly conference proceedings;
research reports;
policy documents;
legislation and regulations; and
other relevant academic sources.
Authors are encouraged to use at least 20 references for research articles.
A substantial proportion of the references should preferably consist of relevant and relatively recent scholarly journal articles.
Classical references may be used when they provide the theoretical, conceptual, or intellectual foundation of the research.
Authors are responsible for ensuring that their manuscripts are original and free from plagiarism.
Any ideas, data, theories, statements, or research findings derived from other sources must be properly acknowledged through appropriate citations.
The journal may conduct a similarity check on all submitted manuscripts.
Manuscripts found to contain plagiarism, data fabrication, data falsification, or other violations of academic integrity may be rejected or withdrawn from the publication process.
Research involving human participants must comply with applicable ethical research principles.
Authors must consider:
informed consent;
confidentiality of respondents' or informants' identities;
protection of personal data;
the safety and well-being of participants; and
ethical approval where required.
Information concerning ethical approval must be included in the manuscript when applicable.
Authors must disclose any potential conflict of interest that may influence the research or publication process.
If there is no conflict of interest, authors may state:
Conflict of Interest
The authors declare that there is no conflict of interest related to the publication of this article.
For manuscripts with multiple authors, each author must have made a meaningful contribution to the research and/or preparation of the manuscript.
Contributions may include:
conceptualization;
methodology;
data collection;
data analysis;
manuscript preparation;
manuscript revision; and
final approval of the article.
All authors must approve the final version of the manuscript before publication.
Authors may acknowledge individuals, institutions, organizations, or other parties that provided support for the research but do not meet the criteria for authorship.
Example:
Acknowledgments
The authors would like to express their gratitude to [name of institution/organization] for the support provided during the implementation of this research.
This section is optional.
If the research received financial support, the funding source must be disclosed.
Example:
Funding
This research was funded by [name of funding institution/program] through [name of funding scheme/grant number].
If the research received no external funding:
Funding: This research did not receive any specific funding from public, commercial, or non-profit funding agencies.
Authors are encouraged to provide information regarding the availability of research data where appropriate.
Example:
Data Availability
The research data are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request, subject to confidentiality and ethical considerations.
For studies using publicly available data, authors may provide the relevant repository or data source.
Manuscripts must be submitted through the journal's Open Journal System (OJS).
The submission process includes:
Registering as an author on the OJS platform.
Logging into the system.
Selecting New Submission.
Selecting the appropriate article category.
Uploading the manuscript.
Entering the manuscript metadata.
Providing information for all authors.
Uploading supplementary documents, if required.
Reviewing all submission information.
Completing the submission.
Authors are responsible for ensuring that all metadata entered into the OJS system is consistent with the submitted manuscript.
All submitted manuscripts will undergo an initial editorial screening to assess:
compliance with the journal's publication requirements;
manuscript completeness;
compliance with the Author Guidelines;
language quality;
originality;
potential plagiarism;
quality and relevance of references; and
suitability for peer review.
Manuscripts that do not meet the basic requirements may be returned to the authors before entering the peer-review process.
Manuscripts that pass the initial editorial screening will be sent to reviewers with relevant expertise.
Journal of Social and Human Interaction applies a Double-Blind Peer Review process.
Under this system:
the identity of the authors is not disclosed to the reviewers;
the identity of the reviewers is not disclosed to the authors; and
reviewers evaluate manuscripts objectively and independently.
The possible reviewer recommendations are:
Accept – the manuscript is accepted for publication;
Minor Revision – the manuscript requires minor revisions;
Major Revision – the manuscript requires substantial revisions; or
Reject – the manuscript is not suitable for publication.
The final decision regarding publication rests with the Editor-in-Chief or the Editorial Board.
Authors must carefully address all comments and recommendations provided by the reviewers.
When revisions are requested, authors should:
revise the manuscript according to the reviewers' comments;
provide responses to the reviewers' comments;
explain the revisions made; and
resubmit the revised manuscript through the OJS within the specified timeframe.
The editor may request more than one round of revision when necessary.
Accepted manuscripts will proceed through the following stages:
Copyediting;
Proofreading;
Layout;
Final editorial check; and
Publication.
Authors are required to carefully review the article proof before publication.
Any substantial changes after acceptance must receive approval from the editor.
By submitting a manuscript to the Journal of Social and Human Interaction, the authors declare that:
the manuscript is an original work;
the manuscript has not been previously published;
the manuscript is not currently under review by another journal;
all sources have been properly cited;
the data presented can be accounted for and substantiated;
all authors have made a meaningful contribution to the manuscript;
all authors have approved the submission;
any potential conflict of interest has been disclosed; and
the authors agree to comply with the journal's editorial and peer-review processes.
Before submitting a manuscript, authors should ensure that:
☐ The manuscript is an original work.
☐ The manuscript has not been previously published.
☐ The manuscript is not under review by another journal.
☐ The manuscript follows the journal template.
☐ The title accurately reflects the content of the article.
☐ The names of all authors are included.
☐ The affiliations of all authors are complete.
☐ The corresponding author's email address is provided.
☐ The abstract meets the journal's requirements.
☐ Keywords are provided.
☐ The Introduction clearly explains the research problem.
☐ The Methods section provides sufficient methodological information.
☐ The Results section presents the findings systematically.
☐ The Discussion appropriately interprets the research findings.
☐ The Conclusion addresses the research objectives.
☐ All tables and figures are numbered and titled appropriately.
☐ All in-text citations are included in the reference list.
☐ All references listed are cited in the manuscript.
☐ References follow APA 7th Edition.
☐ DOI information is included where available.
☐ The manuscript has been checked for spelling, grammar, and language errors.
☐ The manuscript has undergone a similarity check.
☐ Research ethics information is provided where applicable.
☐ The conflict-of-interest statement is included.
☐ The funding statement is included where applicable.
☐ All authors have approved the submitted manuscript.
Journal of Social and Human Interaction encourages authors to present manuscripts with clear scholarly arguments, transparent research methods, rigorous analysis, and meaningful contributions to the advancement of knowledge in the social sciences and humanities.
The journal welcomes scholarly works that demonstrate strong analytical reasoning, methodological rigor, empirical evidence, and meaningful engagement with contemporary social and human issues.
The Editor reserves the right to make technical adjustments to manuscripts to maintain consistency in formatting, language, and editorial style without altering the substantive academic content of the article.
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