Aim and Scope
IPERCOP is a leading peer-reviewed and open-access journal, published by Institute for Advanced Social, Science, and Sustainable Future (IASSSF), Jakarta, Indonesia. IPERCOP is published twice a year (February and August), and all articles published are available online with open access.
Aim
The aim of IPERCOP is to advance interdisciplinary scholarship and applied research at the intersection of Islamic studies, communication theories, and psychological science. More specifically, the journal seeks to illuminate pathways for improving psychological wellbeing, balanced living, and positive functioning for Muslim individuals and communities worldwide through leveraging Islamic principles and traditions in tandem with insights from contemporary media and behavioral research.
Scope
The scope of topics covered in IPERCOP centers on harnessing Islamic thought, ethics, rituals, communicative practices, and community institutions as resources for nurturing human flourishing holistically construed. Both studies investigating interpretations, applications, and adaptations of foundational Islamic teachings as well as analyses exploring Islamic cultural embodiments and traditions across various contexts are within the journal's purview.
In terms of methodology, IPERCOP publishes empirically-grounded quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods investigations yielding theoretical insights or evidence-based models at this integrative nexus. The interdisciplinarity of IPERCOP also entails exploring Islamic paradigms in dialogue with concepts, findings and technological innovations emerging from fields as diverse as psychology, anthropology, sociology, religious studies, philosophy, communication, media studies, education, public health, and ethics. Through elevating this fusion, the journal seeks to cultivate positive frameworks benefiting both academia and Muslim societies globally.
The scope of IPERCOP encompasses a wide array of topics, including:
- Communication theories and practices within Islamic contexts: Investigating how communication processes unfold within Muslim communities, including language use, interpersonal dynamics, and media consumption patterns, and examining their implications for social cohesion and identity formation.
- Psychological insights informed by Islamic principles: Exploring the intersection of Islamic spirituality, beliefs, and practices with psychological theories and frameworks, and examining how these insights can enhance our understanding of mental health, well-being, and resilience.
- Media representations of Islam and Muslims: Analyzing the portrayal of Islam and Muslims in various forms of media, including news, entertainment, and digital platforms, and exploring the psychological effects of stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination on individual and collective identity.
- Counseling and therapy from an Islamic perspective: Investigating culturally sensitive approaches to counseling and psychotherapy rooted in Islamic principles, and examining how spirituality and faith-based interventions can contribute to mental health promotion and treatment.
- Cross-cultural communication and interfaith dialogue: Examining communication dynamics between Muslims and individuals from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds, and exploring strategies for fostering understanding, empathy, and collaboration across religious divides.
Through interdisciplinary inquiry and dialogue, IPERCOP aims to advance scholarly knowledge, promote cross-cultural understanding, and provide practical insights that can inform both academic research and professional practice. We welcome contributions from scholars, researchers, and practitioners from diverse backgrounds, and encourage innovative approaches that integrate Islamic perspectives with contemporary theories and methodologies in communication and psychology. Join us in exploring the profound insights offered by the Islamic tradition and their implications for understanding human behavior and communication in today's globalized world.
