This collection contains selected articles from the 8th International Conference on Sustainability (8^th ICoS) held in Malang, Indonesia on 15^th September 2023. This event was hosted by the University of Merdeka Malang.

The conference, centered on the theme of sustainable economics and aimed to bridge the gap between theoretical frameworks and real-world applications, contributing to the advancement of sustainable economic practices in both public and private spheres.

This collection contains 42 peer-review articles that offer various innovative studies within the field of sustainable economics. This issue particularly focuses on the intersection between public and private policies and practices within a national context, exploring the different ways that industry and society can collaborate to bring sustainable solutions to social and economic problems. This conference explores the benefits of digital banks, e-money, and digital business transformations. It also covers topics such as stable coins in the crypto market for value retention and transactions, the rights of MSMEs through Islamic banking principles, the importance of corporate governance in banking, and strategies to enhance customer satisfaction. Moreover, the conference focuses on financial and organizational performances, fostering knowledge exchange, and enhancing innovation in organizations and higher education, the influence of brands on audience engagement, purchase intentions, and brand loyalty. Other topics include disaster management facilities, promoting and developing sustainable tourism and traditional services, as well as the impact of inflation on poverty, welfare, and social media marketing.

These articles will be of significant interest to academics, students, and professionals who are researching or working within the intersection of sustainability and economics. Whether involved in policymaking, corporate sustainability initiatives, or academic research, this collection serves as a vital resource for advancing knowledge and fostering innovation in the pursuit of sustainable economic development.

Conference date: 15 September 2023
Location: Malang, Indonesia
Organizer: University of Merdeka Malang
Editors: Grahita Chandrarin, Bambang Supriadi, Andini Risfandini and Sari Yuniarti
Published: 15 October 2024
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected articles from the 8th International Conference on Sustainability (8^th ICoS) held in Malang, Indonesia on 15^th September 2023. This event was hosted by the University of Merdeka Malang.

The conference, centered on the theme of sustainable economics and aimed to bridge the gap between theoretical frameworks and real-world applications, contributing to the advancement of sustainable economic practices in both public and private spheres.

This collection contains 70 peer-review articles that offer various innovative studies within the field of sustainable economics. This issue particularly focuses on the intersection between public and private policies and practices within a national context, exploring the different ways that industry and society can collaborate to bring sustainable solutions to social and economic problems. Tackling issues from every level of governance and welfare, scholars within this collection explore alternative approaches to leadership and organisational structures within the private sphere as well as within education systems, improving security within popular eco-tourism destinations, and social-protection programs.

These articles will be of significant interest to academics, students, and professionals who are researching or working within the intersection of sustainability and economics. Whether involved in policymaking, corporate sustainability initiatives, or academic research, this collection serves as a vital resource for advancing knowledge and fostering innovation in the pursuit of sustainable economic development.

Conference date: 15 September 2023
Location: Malang, Indonesia
Organizer: University of Merdeka Malang
Editors: Grahita Chandrarin, Bambang Supriadi, Andini Risfandini and Sari Yuniarti
Published: 10 October 2024
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected papers from the 4th International Conference in Social Science (4th ICONISS) held in Malang, Indonesia on 16th September 2023. This event was hosted by the University of Merdeka Malang.

The conference was convened for academics, students, scholars, and practitioners, focusing on the intricate challenges of sustainability within the realm of deep governance issues, as well as the implementation of smart city concepts. This event brought together a diverse array of perspectives and expertise from various disciplines, aiming to foster constructive dialogue and innovative solutions to the complex problems associated with achieving sustainability goals. This conference was broken down into 3 issues: Urban Innovation, Healthcare, and Governance and Poverty Alleviation.

This KnE Social Sciences collection has 31 peer-reviewed articles that focus on Governance and Poverty Alleviation, exploring the gaps in the local and national politics of Indonesia as a result of failing government programs and natural calamities, and how some digital products and apps can help mitigate those gaps. It also talks about building inclusive and harmonious communities through religious moderation, cultural adaptation in cases of cross-cultural marriages, and gender equality for women especially from indigenous communities with a prominent patriarchal culture. Additionally, some papers highlight the importance of building sustainability strategies to preserve local traditions and the food industry and investing in agriculture to achieve their sustainability goal of Zero Hunger.

These articles will be of interest for academics, students, scholars, and practitioners who are engaged in research or practice within the domains of sustainability, deep governance issues, and smart city development.

Conference date: 16 September 2023
Location: Malang, Indonesia
Organizer: University of Merdeka Malang
Editors: Bonaventura Ngarawula, Sukardi, Supriyadi, Bambang Supriadi
Published: 8 October 2024
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected papers from the 4th International Conference in Social Science (4th ICONISS) held in Malang, Indonesia on 16th September 2023. This event was hosted by the University of Merdeka Malang.

The conference was convened for academics, students, scholars, and practitioners, focusing on the intricate challenges of sustainability within the realm of deep governance issues, as well as the implementation of smart city concepts. This event brought together a diverse array of perspectives and expertise from various disciplines, aiming to foster constructive dialogue and innovative solutions to the complex problems associated with achieving sustainability goals. This conference was broken down into 3 issues: Urban Innovation, Healthcare, and Governance and Poverty Alleviation.

This KnE Social Sciences collection has 17 peer-reviewed articles that focus on Urban Innovation, exploring the multifaceted aspects of sustainability, particularly in relation to deep governance issues and the advancement of smart city initiatives. Each paper contributes a unique perspective, rigorously examining the complex interplay between sustainable practices and governance structures, while also exploring innovative approaches to integrating smart technologies within urban environments. Topics range from developing report creation system, licensing business services through Cloud application system, improving business performance and strategies of SME's. Apart from this it also explores information about community-based health initiative and behavior, empowering and encouraging farmers productivity, consumer perception, tourism, promoting plant growth, stakeholder analysis, and so on.

These articles will be of interest for academics, students, scholars, and practitioners who are engaged in research or practice within the domains of sustainability, deep governance issues, and smart city development.

Conference date: 16 September 2023
Location: Malang, Indonesia
Organizer: University of Merdeka Malang
Editors: Bonaventura Ngarawula, Sukardi, Supriyadi, Bambang Supriadi
Published: 2 October 2024
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected articles presented at the Annual Symposium on Applied Business Economics and Communication (ASABEC) 2023 held in Jakarta, Indonesia on 22 November 2023. The event was hosted by Politeknik Negeri Jakarta.

The conference brought together young researchers working in the Social Sciences to present and discuss their work on applied business, economic, and communication strategies.

This KnE Social Sciences collection features 50 peer-reviewed articles that provide key insights into how to improve existing business models and systems. Scholars of this collection explore strategies for sustainable and edu-tourism, the impact of local government policies on businesses, opportunities for polytechnic learning, and the processes impacting the production of rice and other staple goods. Together, these explorations assess the feasibility and effectiveness of different marketing and management strategies, as well as provide a detailed understanding of the factors that influence the success and productivity of businesses, for the benefit of local communities, employees, and a burgeoning youth population.

These articles will be of interest to researchers, academics, and practitioners working in the fields of accounting, business administration, communication, law, tourism, linguistics, economics, law, and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions).

Conference date: 22 November 2023
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Organizer: Politeknik Negeri Jakarta
Editors: Haolia Rahman, Mera Kartika Delimayanti, Utami Puji Lestari, Pribadi Mumpuni Adhi
Published: 29 August 2024
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected articles from the 6th Social and Humaniora Research Symposium (SoRes), INCOSHA UNIKAL and ICC-RS Conference. This event was hosted by the Universitas Islam Bandung held in Bandung, Indonesia on 5th September 2023. 

The conference brought together experts in the social sciences and humanities to share and discuss theoretical and practical knowledge about innovations in the field. 

This KnE Social Sciences issue contains 64 peer-reviewed articles, providing critical perspectives on law, accounting, management, and economics, particularly regarding Sharia Economic Law and related financial structures. These perspectives, coupled with scholars’ exploration of sustainable management and building organizational resilience, contribute to a holistic understanding of what ethical governance can and should look like.  

These articles will be of interest to scientists, practitioners, academics, or civil society organizations researching or working on the humanities and social sciences. 

Conference date: 5 September 2023
Location: Bandung, Indonesia
Organizer: Universitas Islam Bandung
Editors: Lina Jamilah, Tasya Aspiranti, Intan Nurrachmi, Dadi Ahamadi, Robbi Rahim 
Published: 15 August 2024
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected articles from the 6th Social and Humaniora Research Symposium (SoRes), INCOSHA UNIKAL and 2nd ICC-RS Conference. This event was hosted by the Universitas Islam Bandung held in Bandung, Indonesia on 5th September 2023. 

The conference brought together experts in the social sciences and humanities to share and discuss theoretical and practical knowledge about innovations in the field. 

This KnE Social Sciences issue contains 38 peer-reviewed articles, which provide nuanced insights into Islamic, adolescent, and early childhood education, and the materials and support necessary to make such education successful. Scholars also explore topics such as communication/media and psychological well-being, painting a holistic picture of the factors impacting communities and youth populations today

These articles will be of interest to scientists, practitioners, academics, or civil society organizations researching or working on the humanities and social sciences.

Conference date: 5 September 2023
Location: Bandung, Indonesia
Organizer: Universitas Islam Bandung
Editors: Lina Jamilah, Tasya Aspiranti, Intan Nurrachmi, Dadi Ahamadi, Robbi Rahim 
Published: 8 August 2024
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected articles from the 3rd International Conference on Business, Economics, and Sustainability Science (BESS) 2023 held in Malang, on June 27^th, 2023. This event was hosted by the Department of Development Economics, Faculty of Economics and Business Universitas Negeri Malang.

The conference brought together experts in the fields of economics and business management to discuss pathways towards accelerating economic growth and resilience in the post pandemic era.

The KnE Social Sciences collection contains 50 peer-review articles that explore factors influencing economic growth post-COVID 19, including rising unemployment rates and cost of living, inflation, and income disparity. Articles in this collection focus on promoting economic growth and building resilience in this context, with studies on the potential uses of fintech, entrepreneurial learning, and social media to maximize growth and influence customer purchases. Scholars also highlight the importance of using locally sourced materials, like bamboo, as the backbone for businesses and examine other models for sustainable economic growth.

These articles will be of interest to academics, students or professionals researching or working on economics, business, economics education, and accounting.

Conference date: 27 June 2023
Location: Malang, Indonesia
Organizer: Department of Development Economics, Faculty of Economics and Business Universitas Negeri Malang
Editors: Ahmad Suwanan, Vidya Purnamasari, Lustina Prastiwi, Sheerad Sahid, Moises Seriño, Jumadil Saputra, Imam Mukhlis, Thomas Soseco, Sri Handayani, Tamat Sarmidi, Saliya De Silva
Published: 31 July 2024
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected articles from the 2nd International Conference on Gender, Culture and Society (ICGCS) 2023 held in Padang, on 25 October 2023. This event was hosted by the Pusat Studi Gender, Anak dan Keluarga (PPGAK), The Center of Gender, Children and Family Studies Universitas Andalas.

The conference was held to facilitate discussions and share practical knowledge about gender issues in the development sector, addressing critical insights into gender dynamics and power imbalances.

The KnE Social Sciences collection contains 31 peer-review articles that investigate women’s participation in and experience of different social, political, cultural, and economic realms. These investigations reveal the critical roles women play, from managing conflict to encouraging ecotourism, and the obstacles that hinder their engagement in diverse societal spheres. Scholars of this collection highlight topics such as domestic and sexual violence, spousal loss, and rights’ violations, in addition to women’s empowerment and women in politics. In doing so, they underscore the importance of access to legal aid and welfare protections in order to effectively promote gender parity and gender inclusivity in policy frameworks, and to eliminate gender gaps in various sectors.

These articles will be of interest to academics, students, policymakers or professionals who research or work on gender studies, women’s rights, social welfare, community empowerment, and/or development studies.

Conference date: 25 October 2023
Location: Padang, Indonesia
Organizer: Pusat Studi Gender, Anak dan Keluarga (PPGAK), The Center of Gender, Children and Family Studies Universitas Andala
Editors: Maryam Jamilah, Putiviola Elian Nasir, Jendrius, Universitas Andri Rusta, Yunarti, Annisa Anindya, Indah Sari Rahmaini
Published: 30 July 2024
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected articles from The 3rd Jakarta Economic Sustainability International Conference held in Jakarta, on November 14-15, 2023. This event was hosted by the Faculty of Economics and Business, National Development University (UPN) "Veteran" Jakarta.

The conference was held to bring together leading experts in the field of economic and climate development to discuss financial and non-financial solutions to improving the performance of Indonesia’s government.

This KnE Social Sciences collection contains 30 peer-review articles that offer a nuanced perspective on the relationship between financial governance, digital transformation, and social and environmental development in the Indonesian context. By bridging the gap between the public and private sectors, scholars in this collection aim to support innovative solutions to the nation’s greatest challenges, including the sustainability crisis, work-life balance, poverty reduction, and the integration of digital technologies into every day life.

These papers will be of interest to academics, students or professionals researching or working on Economy and Business.

Conference date: 14-15 November 2023
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Organizer: Faculty of Economics and Business, National Development University (UPN) "Veteran" Jakarta.
Editors: Muafi, Erna Hernawati, Dianwicaksih Arieftiara, Dewi Darmastuti
Published: 4 July 2024
ISSN: 2518-668X