Section Policies

GI'ITE TAQDIM ALMASHURA welcomes a wide range of submissions that align with the journal’s focus on Islamic community outreach, social counseling, and public guidance. The journal is committed to maintaining a rigorous academic standard, promoting scholarly dialogue, and fostering innovation in faith-based approaches. Below are the section policies that guide submissions.

1. Research Articles

  • Scope: Original, empirical, and theoretical studies that contribute new knowledge to the field of Islamic community outreach, social counseling, or public guidance.
  • Requirements: Articles should clearly outline research objectives, methodology, findings, and implications for practice. Submissions should be grounded in Islamic principles and contribute to the development of scholarly discourse.
  • Length: Articles typically range from 4,000 to 7,000 words.
  • Peer Review: All research articles will undergo double-blind peer review. The review process ensures the quality, relevance, and originality of the work.

2. Case Studies

  • Scope: Practical, real-world examples of Islamic community initiatives, social counseling programs, or public guidance projects. Case studies should focus on the methods, successes, challenges, and outcomes of these initiatives.
  • Requirements: The case study should be detailed, providing a comprehensive description of the initiative, the context in which it was implemented, and the lessons learned.
  • Length: Case studies are typically between 2,500 and 5,000 words.
  • Peer Review: Case studies will be reviewed by experts in the relevant field to ensure they meet academic standards and provide valuable insights.

3. Review Articles

  • Scope: Critical reviews of the literature in areas related to Islamic community outreach, social counseling, or public guidance. These articles should provide an overview of the current state of knowledge, identify gaps, and suggest future directions for research.
  • Requirements: Reviews should be comprehensive and systematically organized. They should not only summarize existing research but also offer analysis and synthesis of key themes and trends in the literature.
  • Length: Review articles should be between 3,000 and 6,000 words.
  • Peer Review: Review articles will undergo peer review to assess the depth of analysis and relevance to the journal’s scope.

4. Opinion and Reflection Pieces

  • Scope: Short essays, reflections, or opinion pieces that explore contemporary issues or trends in Islamic community outreach, social counseling, or public guidance. These articles provide space for the personal insights, experiences, and perspectives of practitioners, scholars, or thought leaders.
  • Requirements: Opinion pieces should present a clear argument or reflection on a relevant issue, supported by examples or references to Islamic teachings and practices. While these articles are less formal than research articles, they should still maintain academic rigor.
  • Length: Opinion and reflection pieces should be between 1,500 and 3,000 words.
  • Peer Review: Opinion pieces will undergo a single-blind review process to ensure they meet academic and editorial standards.

5. Book Reviews

  • Scope: Critical reviews of books that are relevant to the field of Islamic community outreach, social counseling, or public guidance. Book reviews should assess the book’s contribution to the field, its strengths and weaknesses, and its overall relevance.
  • Requirements: Reviews should provide a balanced critique, highlighting the key themes of the book, its methodology (if applicable), and its impact on the reader or the field of study.
  • Length: Book reviews typically range from 800 to 1,500 words.
  • Peer Review: Book reviews will be reviewed by the editorial team to ensure their quality and relevance.

6. Letters to the Editor

  • Scope: Short letters that engage with previously published articles, raise questions, or offer suggestions for further discussion on topics relevant to the journal’s focus.
  • Requirements: Letters should be concise, respectful, and clearly state the points of discussion or concern. Authors are encouraged to reference specific articles or issues.
  • Length: Letters should not exceed 1,000 words.
  • Peer Review: Letters to the editor will undergo a light editorial review to ensure they are constructive and relevant.

7. Special Issues and Thematic Issues

  • Scope: GI'ITE TAQDIM ALMASHURA may publish special issues or thematic issues that focus on specific topics, such as community-driven health initiatives, women’s empowerment through Islamic principles, or the integration of Islamic ethics in social work. These issues may be guest-edited and will focus on timely or emerging topics.
  • Requirements: Contributors to special issues will be selected based on the theme and the editorial board’s invitation. Submissions will go through the usual peer-review process.
  • Length: Varies based on the specific issue.
  • Peer Review: Special issue articles undergo double-blind peer review.

Submission Guidelines:

  • Language: All submissions must be in English or Arabic.
  • Formatting: Submissions should be formatted according to the journal's guidelines, which will be provided upon submission.
  • References: All references should be cited according to the preferred citation style of the journal (e.g., APA, Chicago).
  • Originality: All submissions must be original and not under consideration for publication elsewhere.

Ethics and Integrity:

GI'ITE TAQDIM ALMASHURA adheres to ethical standards in publication and requires all authors to follow guidelines related to plagiarism, authorship, and conflicts of interest. The journal adheres to the COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines for handling ethical issues in publishing.