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Focus and Scope

Selat Melaka Journal is a multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to the publication of high-quality scholarly works related to coastal, maritime, and socio-cultural dynamics, with a particular emphasis on the Malacca Strait and comparable coastal regions. The journal publishes original research articles, conceptual and theoretical papers, review articles, and case studies that contribute to the advancement of knowledge and the formulation of evidence-based policies for coastal and maritime development. The journal aims to provide an inclusive academic forum that integrates diverse disciplinary perspectives to address complex challenges in coastal and maritime contexts. By embracing multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary approaches, Selat Melaka Journal seeks to connect academic inquiry with practical applications, community engagement, and policy formulation, particularly in regions influenced by maritime interactions and coastal development. The journal welcomes contributions that examine coastal and maritime issues from educational, social sciences, humanities, economics, environmental studies, law and governance, technology, cultural, and religious perspectives. Special attention is given to studies that emphasize local wisdom, sustainability, resilience, and innovation in coastal societies, while maintaining relevance at local, national, regional, and global levels.

The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

1. Education and Pedagogy

  1. Coastal and maritime education

  2. Environmental education and education for sustainable development

  3. Curriculum development, learning innovation, and educational policy in coastal and maritime contexts

  4. Islamic education, character education, and value-based education in coastal communities

  5. Community education, lifelong learning, and empowerment in coastal societies

2. Social Sciences and Humanities

  1. Socio-cultural dynamics and local wisdom of coastal and maritime communities

  2. Anthropology, sociology, and ethnographic studies of coastal regions

  3. History, civilization, and maritime heritage of the Malacca Strait

  4. Identity, traditions, and social transformation in coastal societies

3. Economics, Business, and Development Studies

  1. Coastal and maritime economics

  2. Blue economy and sustainable development

  3. Community-based economic development and coastal livelihoods

  4. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs/MSMEs) in coastal areas

  5. Islamic economics, halal industry, and sharia-based economic practices in coastal and maritime regions

4. Environmental and Marine Studies

  1. Coastal and marine ecosystem management

  2. Climate change impacts, coastal vulnerability, and resilience

  3. Coastal hazards, disaster risk reduction, and mitigation strategies

  4. Conservation of coastal and marine biodiversity

  5. Sustainable fisheries and aquaculture

5. Law, Policy, and Governance

  1. Coastal and maritime governance

  2. Public policy and regulatory frameworks for coastal and marine management

  3. Maritime law, environmental law, and customary law in coastal societies

  4. Cross-border governance, regional cooperation, and geopolitical issues in the Malacca Strait

6. Tourism, Technology, and Innovation

  1. Coastal and marine tourism development

  2. Sustainable and community-based tourism

  3. Appropriate technology and innovation for coastal communities

  4. Digital transformation and smart coastal regions

Selat Melaka Journal accepts manuscripts employing qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research approaches. Submissions may address local, national, regional, or comparative contexts, provided they demonstrate clear relevance to coastal, maritime, or Selat Melaka–related studies. The journal welcomes submissions from academics, researchers, educators, practitioners, and policymakers worldwide and encourages contributions that offer theoretical advancement, methodological rigor, and practical implications for sustainable coastal and maritime development.