Focus and Scope

Kalijaga Journal of Communication focuses on the study of communication in various social, cultural, political, and religious contexts, with an emphasis on media analysis, da'wah, political communication, digital communication, and social interactions within the context of Indonesia and the Islamic community, while also addressing communication and media challenges at both local and global levels.

This journal covers various topics in communication studies, including but not limited to:

Media Communication

• News analysis in mass media

• Media commodification and the political economy of media

• Critical studies on social media and digital communication

Political Communication

• Political rhetoric in campaigns and political advertisements

• Media framing of political figures and policies

• The influence of social media on political participation and public opinion formation

Cultural and Identity Communication

• Intercultural communication studies and social adaptation

• Representation of gender, feminism, and disability issues in media

• The role of popular culture, such as films, music, and fandom in identity formation

Da'wah and Religious Communication

• Islamic da'wah media in digital and social contexts

• Religious moderation in public communication

• Studies on Islamic media as a space for Islamic communication

Business and Branding Communication

• Communication strategies for building public image

• Branding and digital marketing

• The role of social media in marketing

Communication and Technology

• Studies on artificial intelligence (AI) and journalism

• The impact of social media on behavior and social interactions

• Ethical issues in the use of communication technology