Reviewer

JILWSD maintains a diverse and qualified pool of peer reviewers drawn from leading academic institutions worldwide. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise, publication record, and commitment to scholarly rigour.

Eligibility Criteria

• Hold a minimum doctoral degree (Ph.D./Dr.) in a relevant discipline
• Have published ≥ 3 articles in reputable indexed journals within the last five years
• Possess expertise aligned with the scope of the manuscript under review
• Declare no conflict of interest with the authors or content
• Commit to completing reviews within 21 working days

Reviewer Responsibilities

• Evaluate manuscripts objectively and confidentially under the double-blind protocol
• Provide constructive, detailed, and substantive feedback to authors
• Assess originality, methodology, theoretical contribution, clarity, and scope relevance
• Identify potential ethical concerns, plagiarism indicators, or data integrity issues
• Recommend: Accept / Minor Revision / Major Revision / Reject — with clear justification
• Declare any conflict of interest and recuse if necessary

Reviewer Recognition

• Annual Reviewer Acknowledgment List published in the December issue
• Certificate of appreciation issued upon request
• "Outstanding Reviewer" award for distinguished contributions
• APC waiver for one (1) article per year for active reviewers (≥ 3 reviews/year)

How to Join the Reviewer Pool

Qualified scholars may apply at https://jilwsd.or.id/reviewer-registration, providing their CV, ORCID iD, Scopus Author ID, and five areas of expertise.