Author Guidelines

Prospective authors are requested to prepare their manuscripts in accordance with the following guidelines to ensure a smooth submission and review process. Adherence to these formatting and structural rules is mandatory.

Format & Submission

The manuscript must be submitted in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format only. Submissions in LaTeX, PDF, or any other format will not be accepted for processing.

Article Length

Manuscripts should be between 4,000 and 7,000 words, inclusive of all sections from the title to the reference list.

General Text Formatting

All manuscripts must be prepared in clear, academic English. The entire text, from the title to the references, must be formatted in Franklin Gothic Book font at 12-point size. The document must employ single line spacing throughout all sections. Standard page margins of 2.5 centimetres must be set uniformly on all four sides of every page to ensure a consistent, professional layout.

Article Structure

Please prepare your manuscript for submission to HURMAH: Islamic Journal of Human Rights by carefully following the comprehensive guidelines below:

Title: The article title should be concise, descriptive of the research, and should not exceed 17 words—format in Franklin Gothic Book font, 16 pt, Bold.

Author Details: List all contributing authors in the intended publication order. Provide each author's full name, institutional affiliation (written in full, not abbreviated), and a valid email address. Ensure names are formatted exactly as they should appear in print.

Abstract: A structured abstract is required for all submissions, with a maximum length of 200 words. This abstract must be a self-contained, factual summary that can be understood independently of the main article. It should concisely describe the study's purpose, the methods employed, the principal results or findings, and the main conclusions or implications. To ensure clarity, references should be avoided within the abstract; if absolutely essential, they must be cited in full without referring to the reference list. Furthermore, the use of non-standard abbreviations is discouraged, but any essential abbreviations must be defined at their first mention in the abstract text.

Keywords: List 3 to 6 keywords directly below each abstract. Keywords should be relevant to the article's main topic to facilitate digital indexing and discovery.

Main Body: The body of the manuscript must contain the following sections:

  1. Introduction: This section must: (1) present the main research topic; (2) review the most recent and relevant literature (primarily from the last ten years); (3) clearly identify the research gap, inconsistencies, or controversies that the study addresses; (4) state the research problem, objectives, context, and unit of analysis; and (5) outline the structure of the article.
  2. Literature Review: A literature review consists of three concepts. The first paragraph is descriptive, explaining the definition, terms, understanding, and explanation of the concept or theory used. The second paragraph is evaluative, explaining the concept's categorization, aspects, methods, and examples.
  3. Method: Describe in detail the procedures undertaken to ensure reliability and validity. Explain the research design, population, sample, data collection techniques, instruments, and data analysis procedures. For qualitative studies (e.g., case studies, ethnography), also include the researcher's position, subject/informant details, research location and duration, and strategies for ensuring data validity (e.g., triangulation, member checking). Write this section in prose, using subheadings within paragraphs; do not use bullet points or numbering.
  4. Results and Discussion: This section is presented separately with clear subheadings.
    • Results: Present findings concisely yet with sufficient detail. Use tables and figures to support the narrative, ensuring all are numbered (e.g., Table 1, Figure 1) and have descriptive captions. Provide a brief narration below each table/figure to guide interpretation. Report the outcomes of analyses without detailing the computational processes.
    • Discussion: Interpret the findings by: (1) answering the research questions; (2) explaining how findings were derived; (3) linking results to the established knowledge structure and the theoretical framework; and (4) comparing and contrasting findings with those from previous studies published in reputable national (e.g., Sinta-indexed) and international (e.g., Scopus-indexed) journals. Highlight contributions to theory, practice, or policy.
  5. Conclusion: Provide a concise summary that directly answers the research problem and aligns with the stated objectives. If stating multiple conclusions, use numbered paragraphs (not bullets). You may also include the study's implications, limitations, and prospects for future research.
  6. Statements Section: Include the following mandatory declarations:
  • Acknowledgment:Acknowledge any non-financial support (e.g., from communities, advisors, or institutions) and declare all external funding sources. Personal funding need not be stated.
  • Author Contributions: Detail the specific contribution of each author (e.g., conceptualization, methodology, data curation, writing).
  • Disclosure Statement: Declare any potential conflicts of interest.
  • Funding Statement: Clearly state the full name of any funding agency and the grant number, if applicable. If the research received no specific funding, state: "This research received no external funding."
  1. References: Compile the reference list at the end of the document.
  • Style: All in-text citations and the reference list must conform to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA) 7th Edition.
  • Sources: To demonstrate novelty, at least 70% of references should be from reputable journal articles, research reports, or conference proceedings (rather than textbooks). A minimum of 40 references is strongly recommended.
  • Software: The use of reference management tools like Zotero, Mendeley, or EndNote is highly encouraged to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Reference List: List all references alphabetically by the first author's last name. Provide the DOI (Digital Object Identifier) for all sources where available.
  • Example:

Abbitt, J. T. (2011). An Investigation of the Relationship between Self-Efficacy Beliefs about Technology Integration and Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) among Preservice Teachers. Journal of Digital Learning in Teacher Education, 27(4), 134–143. https://doi.org/10.1080/21532974.2011.10784671

Headings, Tables, and Figures

  • Headings: Use a clear, hierarchical system for headings and subheadings as provided in the official article template.
  • Tables & Figures: All tables and figures must be placed within the main text close to where they are first referenced. They must be numbered sequentially (Table 1, Figure 1, etc.), be of high quality and clarity, and include a descriptive title/caption.
  • Figures: Graphs and images must be submitted in their original, editable format (e.g., MS Excel for graphs) and embedded in the Word document in high resolution.
  • Tables: Ensure footnotes (e.g., using superscript symbols *) are used for necessary explanations within tables.

Important Notes

  • Template: Download and use the official MS Word template from the journal's website ("For Authors" section) to ensure correct formatting.
  • Originality: Manuscripts must be the original work of the authors. All submissions will be screened for plagiarism.
  • Review Process: This journal employs a double-blind peer-review process. Please ensure the manuscript file is anonymized, with no author-identifying information in the text or file properties.