Focus and Scope

Journal of Community Empowerment Research and Global Action Studies (CERGAS) is a multidisciplinary peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing scholarly knowledge and promoting impactful research in the field of community empowerment and global action. The journal provides a platform for academics, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to disseminate their innovative ideas, empirical findings, and best practices aimed at fostering sustainable development, social justice, and positive change at the local, national, and global levels.

The scope of CERGAS encompasses, but is not limited to, the following thematic areas:

1. Community Empowerment: Articles focusing on initiatives, interventions, and strategies aimed at empowering communities, promoting participatory decision-making processes, and enhancing local capacities for sustainable development.
2. Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Research exploring innovative approaches, models, and practices that address societal challenges, stimulate economic growth, and foster social entrepreneurship within communities.
3. Global Action and Advocacy: Studies examining transnational collaborations, advocacy efforts, and policy interventions aimed at addressing global issues such as poverty alleviation, environmental sustainability, human rights, and health equity.
4. Participatory Research and Action Research: Articles utilizing participatory research methodologies, action research frameworks, and community-based approaches to address pressing social, economic, and environmental issues and promote inclusive development outcomes.
5. Community-University Partnerships: Research highlighting successful collaborations between academic institutions, civil society organizations, and local communities to co-create knowledge, build mutual capacities, and promote sustainable development solutions.

CERGAS welcomes original research articles, review papers, case studies, and perspectives that contribute to advancing theoretical understanding, empirical evidence, and practical insights in the field of community empowerment and global action. The journal adopts a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the quality, relevance, and integrity of published manuscripts.

By providing a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue and knowledge exchange, CERGAS aims to facilitate the dissemination of innovative ideas, evidence-based practices, and transformative solutions that empower communities, foster social inclusion, and contribute to the achievement of sustainable development goals on a global scale.