Aim and Scope
Varia Hukum: Jurnal Forum Studi dan Kemasyarakatan is an open access, double-blind peer-reviewed law journal that explores the relationship between law, society, and governance. The journal provides a platform for critical discussions on how legal norms, institutions, and policies shape and are shaped by societal transformations, particularly in Indonesia and the Global South. Emphasizing interdisciplinary and empirical legal research, Varia Hukum welcomes scholarly works that analyze contemporary legal developments and their broader implications for justice, democracy, and human rights.
The journal covers a diverse range of legal topics, including but not limited to constitutional law, administrative law, criminal law, civil law, international law, adat and Islamic law, environmental law, and digital law. Articles may address issues such as access to justice, legal pluralism, regulatory frameworks, cyber law, sustainability, human rights protection, and legal responses to emerging societal challenges. Comparative legal perspectives and multidisciplinary approaches are highly encouraged to enrich legal scholarship and policy discussions.
Varia Hukum aims to contribute to the academic and practical development of law by fostering meaningful dialogue between scholars, legal practitioners, and policymakers. The journal prioritizes research that offers innovative legal insights, examines pressing legal issues, and proposes solutions to complex legal and societal problems. By bridging law and social realities, Varia Hukum seeks to advance legal scholarship that is relevant, impactful, and globally connected.
We welcome submissions that critically examine contemporary legal developments, their applications, and their broader implications for justice, governance, and human rights. The journal aims to provide a platform for scholars, legal practitioners, and policymakers to engage in meaningful discussions on how law interacts with societal changes.
Themes and Areas of Interest (1) Law and Society (a) The role of law in shaping social change and justice, (b) Legal pluralism and the coexistence of state law, adat law, and Islamic law, and (c) Access to justice and community-based legal mechanisms. (2) Governance and Public Policy, (a) The legal framework of public administration and good governance, (b) Transparency, accountability, and corruption eradication efforts, (c) Constitutional and administrative law in democratic institutions. (3) Human Rights and Social Justice, (a) Legal protection for marginalized groups, including indigenous communities, women, and children, (b) The implementation of international human rights standards in national legislation, (c) Law and gender equality in public and private spheres. (4) Law and Digital Society, (a) Cyber law and the regulation of digital technologies, (b) Data protection, privacy, and artificial intelligence ethics, and (c) The role of law in digital governance and e-justice systems. (5.) Environmental and Sustainable Development Law, (a) Legal responses to climate change and environmental protection, (b) Land rights, agrarian law, and indigenous land claims, and (c) Sustainability policies and legal frameworks for natural resource management. (6) Regional and International Legal Perspectives, (a) The impact of international law on Indonesian legal development, (b) ASEAN legal integration and transnational legal issues, and (c) Comparative legal studies and cross-border legal cooperation.
Publication Priorities, (a) Innovative Scholarship: Articles should offer new insights, critiques, or proposals that contribute to legal knowledge and practice. (b) Empirical and Comparative Approaches: We encourage research based on case studies, fieldwork, and comparative legal analysis. (c) Current and Impactful Issues: The journal prioritizes timely discussions on pressing legal and societal matters.
By adopting this interdisciplinary and forward-looking focus, Varia Hukum: Jurnal Forum Studi dan Kemasyarakatan aims to advance legal scholarship that is deeply connected to societal needs and global legal transformations.
