Journal of Digital Society

Henderi (Universitas Raharja, Indonesia)

Journal of Digital Society (JDS) is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to providing an interdisciplinary platform for research on digital transformation and its impacts on contemporary society. It publishes high-quality research articles, reviews, and case studies that explore how digital technologies reshape social structures, economic systems, governance models, and cultural practices across local, national, and global contexts. The journal serves as a forum for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to share insights, examine emerging trends, and address the opportunities and challenges of an increasingly digital world.

Topics covered include:

Digital Transformation and Societal Change; Smart Cities, Urban Digitalization, and Sustainable Development; 5G, Communication Networks, and Digital Infrastructure; Digital Governance, E-Government, and Public Sector Innovation; Cyber Culture, Digital Media, and Online Social Behavior; Socio-Economic Impacts of Digital Technologies and Digital Inclusion.

JDS aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration across fields such as sociology, economics, public policy, urban studies, communication science, and technology studies. The journal contributes to advancing knowledge on how digital innovation influences society and supports inclusive, sustainable, and resilient development. Papers published in JDS are grounded in rigorous empirical, theoretical, or policy-oriented research and are expected to clearly articulate their contributions to both scholarship and practice. Authors are encouraged to critically assess the benefits and risks of digitalization, while addressing broader societal implications such as equity, ethics, and well-being. In alignment with global priorities, JDS welcomes research that supports sustainable development and informed policymaking in the digital era, particularly studies that contribute to the achievement of the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Subject Area and Category:

Journal of Digital Society focuses on the study of digital transformation and its societal implications. The journal covers research on Digital Transformation and Societal Change; Smart Cities and Urban Digitalization; Communication Networks and Digital Infrastructure; Digital Governance and Public Sector Innovation; Cyber Culture and Digital Media; and Socio-Economic Impacts of Digital Technologies. It also addresses issues of digital inclusion, sustainability, and resilience, as well as interdisciplinary and real-world applications across communities, industries, governments, and global digital ecosystems.

Starting publishing date: 2025

Frequency: Quarterly (March, June, September, and December)

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