ABOUT JOURNAL

1. Journal Overview

Al-Waarits (Alfabet Jurnal Wawasan Agama Risalah Islamiah, Teknologi dan Sosial) is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal that provides a forum for the dissemination of research and academic discussions concerning the interaction between Islamic values, technological developments, and social transformation.

The journal recognizes the importance of understanding contemporary issues through scholarly perspectives that connect religious knowledge, technological innovation, and social realities. It welcomes research that examines the role of Islamic teachings and values in responding to developments in science and technology, social change, public life, and challenges within Muslim societies.

Al-Waarits Journal publishes original research articles and scholarly studies that offer theoretical insights, empirical findings, critical analysis, and practical contributions. Through its publication activities, the journal seeks to encourage meaningful academic dialogue and support the advancement of knowledge relevant to religious, technological, and social development.

2. Aims and Objectives

Al-Waarits Journal aims to provide an academic platform for the publication and dissemination of original scholarly works that examine the relationship between Islamic studies, technology, and social issues. The journal encourages research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge, strengthens academic discourse, and addresses contemporary challenges from relevant scholarly perspectives.

The specific objectives of Al-Waarits Journal are to:

• Promote scholarly research on Islamic teachings, values, and their relevance to contemporary religious and social developments.
• Encourage academic investigations into the relationship between Islam, science, technology, and digital transformation.
• Provide scholarly perspectives on social issues, community development, public policy, and challenges affecting Muslim societies.
• Facilitate academic dialogue between researchers working in Islamic studies, technological research, and social sciences.
• Disseminate research findings that contribute to responsible innovation, ethical development, and positive social transformation.
• Support the development of evidence-based knowledge and scholarly contributions that are relevant to contemporary society.

3. Vision and Mission

Mission

Al-Waarits Journal pursues its vision through the following missions:

1. To publish original and high-quality scholarly research addressing issues in Islamic studies, technology, and social development.
2. To encourage critical and constructive academic discussions on the relevance of Islamic values to contemporary scientific, technological, and social challenges.
3. To provide an inclusive scholarly platform for researchers and academics to disseminate research findings and exchange knowledge.
4. To maintain transparent editorial practices, independent peer review, and responsible publication standards.
5. To increase the accessibility and dissemination of scholarly knowledge through open-access publishing.

4. Focus and Scope

Al-Waarits Journal welcomes original research articles and scholarly contributions addressing the relationship between Islamic studies, technological developments, and social issues. Its scope includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

5. Journal Information

The following information provides the official publication identity of Al-Waarits Journal.

Journal Title	Al-Waarits (Alfabet Jurnal Wawasan Agama Risalah Islamiah, Teknologi dan Sosial)
Journal Abbreviation	Al-Waarits
Publication Frequency	Biannual (March and October)
Publication Language	Indonesian
P-ISSN	2963-1955
E-ISSN	2964-9897
Publisher	Pandawan Sejahtera Indonesia
Editor-in-Chief	Dr. Amirsyah Tambunan, M.A.
Review Process	Double-Blind Peer Review
Reviewers	At least three independent reviewers
Access Model	Open Access
Contact Email	al.waarits@pandawan.id

6. Editorial Team and Peer Review

Al-Waarits Journal is managed by an editorial team responsible for maintaining the quality, relevance, and integrity of published scholarly works. The editorial team oversees manuscript screening, reviewer selection, editorial assessment, and publication decisions in accordance with the journal's policies.

All manuscripts submitted to Al-Waarits Journal undergo an initial editorial assessment to evaluate their suitability for the journal's focus and scope, originality, academic quality, and compliance with submission requirements.

Manuscripts that pass the initial assessment proceed to a Double-Blind Peer Review process involving at least three independent reviewers with relevant academic expertise. The identities of authors and reviewers are concealed during the review process to support impartial and objective evaluation.

The final editorial decision is made based on the reviewers' assessments, the academic quality of the manuscript, and the journal's publication standards.

7. Open Access Policy

Al-Waarits Journal provides open access to its published scholarly content to support the broad dissemination of academic knowledge and encourage the exchange of research findings.

Readers are able to access published articles online without subscription requirements. The journal supports the principle that making scholarly research freely accessible contributes to the advancement of knowledge, academic collaboration, and the development of society.

8. Intended Audience and Scholarly Contribution

Al-Waarits Journal is intended for academics, researchers, lecturers, students, practitioners, policymakers, and other readers interested in Islamic studies, technology, and social development.

The journal seeks to contribute to scholarly advancement by providing research-based insights, encouraging critical academic discussions, and disseminating knowledge that is relevant to contemporary religious, technological, and social developments.

9. Publisher

Al-Waarits Journal is published by Pandawan Sejahtera Indonesia, which supports the journal's publication and dissemination of scholarly research. The publisher is committed to supporting responsible academic publishing, editorial independence, and the development of accessible scholarly communication.

For further information regarding the journal, manuscript submissions, and publication matters, please contact the editorial office through the official email address below.