About the Journal

The Journal of Celebes (JoC) is an international, peer-reviewed academic journal devoted to advancing multidisciplinary scholarship on Sulawesi (Celebes), one of Indonesia’s most culturally rich and ecologically diverse islands. The journal serves as a scholarly platform for the dissemination of rigorous research, theoretical insights, and innovative practices that deepen understanding of the island’s dynamic interactions among culture, environment, society, and technology.

Aims and Objectives

The primary aim of JoC is to facilitate high-quality academic discourse that captures the complexity and uniqueness of Sulawesi within local, national, and global contexts. The journal seeks to:

  • Promote original and impactful research on Sulawesi’s cultural, historical, ecological, and socio-economic dimensions.
  • Encourage interdisciplinary approaches that integrate perspectives from the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and educational research.
  • Support evidence-based scholarship that contributes to sustainable development, cultural preservation, and policy innovation in the Celebes region.
  • Strengthen academic collaboration between local Indonesian scholars and the international research community.

Scope and Coverage

JoC welcomes manuscripts that address a broad spectrum of topics related to Sulawesi and comparable regional studies, including but not limited to:

  • Culture, language, and indigenous knowledge systems
  • History and archaeology of Sulawesi
  • Biodiversity, ecology, and environmental sustainability
  • Education, technology-enhanced learning, and digital transformation
  • Social development, governance, and community empowerment
  • Economics, tourism, and regional innovation
  • Public health, social welfare, and human development
  • Interdisciplinary and comparative studies involving island and maritime societies

By embracing diverse disciplinary perspectives, the journal aims to foster holistic understanding of Sulawesi’s evolving role in Indonesia and the wider Asia-Pacific region.

Target Audience

The journal is intended for researchers, academics, policymakers, educators, practitioners, island studies, and interdisciplinary research related to Sulawesi. JoC particularly encourages submissions from early-career researchers and collaborative teams that bridge local knowledge with global academic perspectives.

Publication Quality and Peer Review

All manuscripts submitted to JoC undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure scholarly integrity, originality, and methodological soundness. Each submission is evaluated by independent reviewers with relevant expertise. The editorial board upholds strict academic standards, ethical publishing practices, and transparency throughout the review and editorial decision-making process.

Contribution to Knowledge and Development

Through its publications, JoC aims to contribute to:

  • The preservation and documentation of Sulawesi’s cultural and historical heritage
  • The advancement of scientific and educational innovation in regional contexts
  • Evidence-based policymaking for sustainable social and environmental development
  • Global recognition of Sulawesi as a significant site for multidisciplinary research

By fostering dialogue among scholars across disciplines and geographic boundaries, the Journal of Celebes (JoC) plays a strategic role in promoting inclusive knowledge production and sustainable academic development centered on the rich and diverse realities of Sulawesi.