AUTHOR GUIDELINES

The Journal of Sustainability, Economics, and Social Science (JSESS) aims to provide a multidisciplinary platform for research that explores the interplay between sustainability, economic systems, and the social sciences. Submitted manuscripts must contribute to the advancement of knowledge and meet high scientific and ethical standards.

Submission Stage

Authors are encouraged to follow the submission process outlined below to ensure a smooth review and publication process:

1. Prepare Your Manuscript

Ensure your manuscript adheres to the journal’s formatting and style guidelines. Double-check the following:

  • The manuscript is written in clear and concise Indonesian or English.

  • The journal accepts articles in both Indonesian and English.

  • Use language, phrases, and sentences in accordance with the General Guidelines for Indonesian Spelling (PUEBI) for manuscripts in Indonesian, and American English grammar for manuscripts in English.

  • All sections (Title, Abstract, Keywords, Main Text, References, Figures, and Tables) must be complete and properly formatted.

  • The document must be saved in Microsoft Word format (*.docx).

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2. Online Submission

All manuscripts must be submitted through the JSESS online submission system, available on the journal’s website. Authors must create an account or log in to submit their work.

3. Acknowledgment of Submission

Once the submission is completed, the corresponding author will receive an automatic email confirming receipt of the manuscript.

4. Initial Editorial Screening

The editorial team will review the manuscript for completeness, scope, and adherence to the journal’s guidelines. Manuscripts that do not meet the basic requirements will be returned to the authors for revision.

5. Plagiarism Check

Manuscripts will be screened for plagiarism. Submissions with a similarity index of more than 25% may be rejected or returned for revision.

6. Peer Review Process

After passing the initial screening, the manuscript will undergo a double-blind peer review process. Authors may be asked to revise the manuscript based on reviewers’ feedback.

7. Final Decision

The editorial board will evaluate the reviewers’ comments and decide whether to accept, request further revisions, or reject the manuscript. The corresponding author will be notified of the final decision via email.

8. Revisions and Resubmission

If revisions are requested, authors must address all comments thoroughly and resubmit the revised manuscript within the specified time frame. A point-by-point response to reviewers’ comments must be included.

How to Prepare a Manuscript

1. Formatting and Language

Write clearly and concisely in either Indonesian or English. Follow the journal’s word count and formatting requirements. Carefully check spelling and grammar before submission.

2. Manuscript Structure

Your manuscript must follow the journal’s required format. Use the template provided on the JSESS website to ensure consistency. The general structure includes:

  • Title Page
    Provide a concise and descriptive title (maximum 20 words). Include the names, affiliations, and email addresses of all authors. Mark the corresponding author with an asterisk (*).

  • Abstract
    Write a summary of 200–250 words, including background, objectives, methods, main results, and conclusions. Include 4–6 keywords to help index your work.

  • Main Text
    Structure your manuscript in the following sections:

    • Introduction: State the problem, research gap, and study objectives.

    • Materials and Methods: Describe the experimental design, data collection, and analysis methods in enough detail for replication.

    • Results and Discussion: Present and interpret your findings. Compare them with previous studies.

    • Conclusion: Summarize the key findings and their implications.

  • References
    Use APA (6th edition) citation style. Include recent references, ensuring that at least 80% are from the last 10 years and from primary sources such as journal articles, conference proceedings, and theses/dissertations.

  • Figures and Tables
    Include high-quality, clear, and properly labeled figures and tables. Place tables within the manuscript and upload figures separately in JPEG or PNG format (300 dpi).

  • Acknowledgments
    Acknowledge funding sources, institutional support, and contributors not listed as authors.

  • Ethical Statement
    Provide ethical approval details if your research involves human or animal subjects.

  • Notes
    Use only horizontal lines in tables. Place the table number and title above each table. Place the title below images, graphics, and/or diagrams.