Focus And Scope

Focus

Journal of Community Development is a scientific, double-blind peer-reviewed, and open-access journal that focuses on the dissemination of high-quality research and applied studies in the field of community development. The journal aims to publish scholarly works that contribute to the empowerment of communities, sustainable development practices, and the improvement of social, economic, educational, and health conditions at local, national, and global levels.

The journal prioritizes articles that demonstrate practical impact, innovation, and evidence-based approaches in addressing real-world community challenges, particularly in developing and underserved regions.

 

Scope

The scope of Journal of Community Development includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

1. Community Service and Engagement

   • University–community partnerships

   • Community-based programs and participatory approaches

   • Service-learning and civic engagement initiatives

2. Community Empowerment and Social Access

   • Capacity building and social inclusion

   • Gender equality and vulnerable community empowerment

   • Access to education, health, and economic resources

3. Local Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture

   • Community-based food systems

   • Food security, nutrition, and resilience

   • Sustainable agriculture and local resource utilization

4. Training, Education, and Capacity Development

   • Skills development and vocational training

   • Lifelong learning and non-formal education

   • Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)

5. Appropriate Technology, Innovation, and Design

   • Development and implementation of appropriate technology

   • Technological innovation for rural and marginalized communities

   • Product design and technology transfer for community needs

6. Marketing and Economic Development

   • Community-based entrepreneurship and MSMEs

   • Digital marketing and business development

   • Creative economy and local economic empowerment

7. Student Community Services

   • Student-led community service programs

   • Experiential learning and community-based research

   • Impact assessment of student community engagement

8. Outskirt, Rural, and Undeveloped Areas

   • Development issues in rural, remote, and border areas

   • Poverty alleviation and regional development strategies

   • Infrastructure, accessibility, and social services

9. Health and Community Well-being

   • Public health promotion and prevention programs

   • Community health education and intervention

   • Environmental health and sanitation