Focus and Scope

Focus & Scope

The Jurnal Etika dan Pemilu is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by the Dewan Kehormatan Penyelenggara Pemilu (DKPP) of the Republic of Indonesia. The journal is dedicated to advancing the discourse on election integrity, professional ethics, and the development of modern democratic systems.

We invite high-quality research papers, theoretical studies, and policy analyses that address, but are not limited to, the following core areas:

1. Election Ethics and Integrity

  • Code of Ethics Enforcement: Studies on the role, authority, and impact of ethics councils (such as the DKPP) in ensuring the professional conduct of election organizers.

  • Institutional Integrity: Research on the institutional mechanisms that safeguard the neutrality, independence, and accountability of election management bodies.

  • Legal and Ethical Reasoning: Analysis of landmark decisions, jurisprudence, and ethical standards applied to election-related disputes.

2. Democratic Governance and Electoral Systems

  • Election Management: Innovations and challenges in the administration of elections in both national and autonomous regional contexts.

  • Democratic Civilization: Studies on the intersection of political culture, voter education, and the strengthening of democratic institutions.

  • Governance Transformations: Explorations of administrative reforms, psychomotor governance, and structural changes aimed at preventing institutional paralysis.

3. Political Dynamics and Challenges

  • Conflict of Interest: Analyses of systemic risks, including political corruption, patronage, and the influence of political "feudalism" on electoral outcomes.

  • Political Accountability: Research on the checks and balances required to maintain transparency in a modern democratic state.

  • Policy & Strategy: Evidence-based proposals for policy improvements, legislative reforms, and strategic approaches to improving election quality.

Target Audience

The journal serves as a platform for academics, researchers, election practitioners, legal professionals, and policy analysts who share the vision of building a robust, ethical, and integrity-driven democratic system.