About the Journal

Varia Hukum: Jurnal Forum Studi Hukum dan Kemasyarakatan is an open-access, double-blind peer-reviewed law journal that explores the relationship between law, society, and governance. The journal provides a platform for critical discussions on how legal norms, institutions, and policies shape and are shaped by societal transformations, particularly in Indonesia and the Global South. It was first published to address the need for critical and contextual legal studies that explore how social dynamics shape and shape legal norms, institutions, and policies, particularly in Indonesia.

Recognizing the evolving legal landscape and the increasing importance of socio-legal approaches in understanding law, Varia Hukum has expanded its mission to promote innovative legal scholarship that bridges law with broader societal concerns. Today, Varia Hukum covers a broad yet focused range of legal discourses, including but not limited to legal reform, governance, human rights, environmental law, digital transformation in law, legal pluralism, and access to justice. By fostering discussions that integrate comparative, empirical, and interdisciplinary perspectives, the journal seeks to contribute to the development of legal scholarship that is responsive to contemporary legal challenges at both national and global levels.

Varia Hukum aims to be a forum for academic dialogue and knowledge exchange between legal scholars, policymakers, and practitioners. While prioritizing studies on Indonesian law, the journal also welcomes comparative legal analyses and discussions on regional and international legal issues that impact Indonesia and the broader Global South. As part of its commitment to academic excellence, Varia Hukum is dedicated to maintaining a rigorous peer-review process, ensuring the publication of high-quality research that meets international scholarly standards.

Varia Hukum: Jurnal Forum Studi Hukum dan Kemasyarakatan is Nationally Accredited Accreditation Rank 5) Minister of Research and Technology/National Research and Innovation Agency of the Republic of Indonesia Decision No. 79/E/KPT/2023, further solidifying its role as a reputable source of legal knowledge.

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Announcements

Announcement: Changes to Publication Schedule

2025-05-13

Varia Hukum: Jurnal Forum Studi Hukum dan Kemasyarakatan

Dear Authors, Reviewers, and Readers,

We would like to inform you of an important update regarding our publication schedule. Starting in 2025, Varia Hukum will adjust its publication frequency from January and July to June and December annually. This change is intended to:

  1. Enhance Quality Control: Allow more time for thorough peer review and editorial processes.

  2. Align with Academic Cycles: Better synchronize with the global academic calendar to maximize contributions and readership.

  3. Improve Consistency: Ensure timely and regular dissemination of high-quality research.

As an open-access, double-blind peer-reviewed journal, Varia Hukum remains committed to fostering critical discussions on the interplay between law, society, and governance, with a focus on Indonesia and the Global South. We appreciate your continued support and contributions to advancing contextual legal scholarship.

Key Dates for 2025:

  • Issue 1 (June): Submission deadline – Mei  31, 2025

  • Issue 2 (December): Submission deadline – September 30, 2025

For further inquiries, please visit our website: https://journal.uinsgd.ac.id/index.php/varia/index

Best regards,
Editorial Team
Varia Hukum: Jurnal Forum Studi Hukum dan Kemasyarakatan

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Current Issue

Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): VARIA HUKUM: Jurnal Forum Studi Hukum dan Kemasyarakatan
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ISSN:  2085-1154 (Print) 2798-7663 (Online)
First Publication: 2019
Full English Language: present
Publisher: Law Studies Program, Faculty of Sharia and Law, UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung, Indonesia
Duration: Approx. 30 days to the first decision
Acceptance Rate: 35% of the total submissions
Frequency: 2 (two) issues per year (January-July)
DOI: 10.15294/vh
Indexing: SINTA 5
Editor in Chief: E. Hasbi Nassaruddin, SH., MH

Published: 2024-12-29

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