About the Journal

The Journal of Village and Community Studies (JVCS) publishes original research articles, case studies, and analytical reflections on village life, community practices, and local development.
The journal focuses on empirical and practice-based studies examining how communities organize social, economic, cultural, and governance processes, particularly in villages, rural areas, and urban neighborhoods in the Global South.

Topic Coverage:
1. Village and community governance
2. Community-based development practices
3. Participatory planning and local budgeting
4. Local economic initiatives (cooperatives, MSMEs)
5. Community health and education
6. Gender, youth, elderly, and disability inclusion
7. Environmental governance and sustainability
8. Cultural practices, adat, and social capital
9. Local public service delivery
10. Practice-based learning and innovation