About the Journal

AWARANING: Journal of Religion, Education and Society is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal published by Loroseng Ada' Research and Academic Center (LRAC). The journal serves as a platform for researchers, academics, educators, practitioners, and policymakers to disseminate original research, theoretical discussions, and critical reviews on the intersections of religion, education, culture, and society. The journal is published three times a year in February, July, and November.

The journal is committed to promoting interdisciplinary scholarship that addresses contemporary issues, emerging challenges, and innovative perspectives within the humanities and social sciences. AWARANING welcomes contributions that deepen understanding of the role of religion and education in shaping social life, cultural transformation, ethical values, community development, and public discourse across local, national, and global contexts.

The name AWARANING is inspired by the Bugis philosophical value of courage, symbolizing intellectual courage, ethical responsibility, and academic integrity in the pursuit of knowledge. This philosophy reflects the journal's commitment to fostering rigorous, critical, and impactful scholarship that contributes to the advancement of science and the betterment of society.

The journal publishes original research articles, review articles, conceptual papers, and case studies in, but is not limited to, the following areas:

  • Religious Studies
  • Islamic Studies
  • Comparative Religion
  • Education and Educational Innovation
  • Sociology
  • Anthropology
  • Cultural Studies
  • Local Wisdom
  • Community Development
  • Social Transformation
  • Ethics and Philosophy
  • Citizenship Studies
  • Gender Studies
  • Peace and Conflict Studies
  • Interreligious Relations
  • Humanities

AWARANING applies a rigorous double-blind peer-review process to ensure the quality, originality, and scholarly contribution of every published manuscript. The journal adheres to the principles of publication ethics and follows internationally recognized standards of scholarly publishing to maintain academic integrity, transparency, and excellence.

Through the dissemination of high-quality scholarly works, AWARANING aspires to become a reputable international journal that promotes academic excellence, interdisciplinary dialogue, cultural diversity, and meaningful contributions to society.