This collection contains selected papers from the Economies of the Balkan and Eastern European Countries Conference. The event was held in Florence, Italy on the 20^th–22^nd of May 2022, and was jointly hosted by the University of Florence (Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine), the Meyer Children’s Hospital, and the International Hellenic University (Department of Finance and Accounting).

The purpose of this conference was to discuss the ongoing economic crisis and its effects on European economies and societies, with a particular emphasis on South-Eastern Europe. Border issues affecting the banking and finance sectors in the region were also explored.  

This KnE Social Sciences contains 30 peer-reviewed papers. Topics include the impact of Covid-19 on banking sectors, the financial implications of environmental protectionism and corporate social responsibility, and alternative and non-traditional methods to identify new revenue sources and reduce unemployment.  

This issue will be of interest to academics, students, and professionals researching or working on monetary policy, finance, banking entrepreneurship, employment, health economics, innovation, rural development, tourism, digitalisation.

Conference date: 20^th–22^nd May 2022
Location: Florence, Italy
Organizer: the University of Florence, the Meyer Children’s Hospital, the International Hellenic University
Editors:  Professor Anastasios Karasavvoglou, Associate Professor Persefoni Polychronidou, Professor Niccolò Persiani
Published: 1 February 2023
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected papers from the 5^th International Conference on Education and Social Science Research (ICESRE) held virtually on the 5^th of October 2022, and organised by the Institute of Research and Community Service at the Universitas PGRI Semarang, Indonesia.

The main purpose of this conference was to discuss the latest advances in the various sub-fields of education and social sciences within a globalized world.

This KnE Social Sciences collection contains 74 peer-reviewed articles examining different methods of enhancing and facilitating the development of professional academic cultures. Researchers contributing to this collection evaluate various ways in which cultures of learning can be enhanced, placing particular emphasis on the role of technology in education in a post-pandemic society. Relationships between students, teachers, academic organisations, and political institutions are central to the research shared in this collection, which explores a series of solutions to a safer, more open, and more effective learning environment.

These papers will be of interest to academics, students, and professionals researching or working in the fields of education, language and literature, economics and business, management, psychology, sociology, and law.

Conference date: 5 October 2022
Location: Semarang, Indonesia
Organizer: Institute of Research and Community Service at the Universitas PGRI Semarang
Editors: Mega Novita, Nor Fadila Amin, Yulingga Nanda Hanief, Tri Yuniningsih, Ibnu Fatkhu Royana, Entika Fani Prastikawati, Reza Rachmadtullah, Ali Mujahidin, Sugeng Maryanto
Published: 21 December 2022
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected papers from the International Conference of Psychology 2022 (ICoPsy 2022) held in Malang, Indonesia on the 13th of August 2022, and was hosted by the Faculty of Psychology at the Universitas Negeri Malang.

The main goal of this conference was to uncover and evaluate the impact of COVID-19 on the global psyche, considering both the lingering effects of the pandemic on those it affected and exploring various methods to overcome the challenges it presented.

This KnE Social Sciences collection contains 30 peer-reviewed papers on the psychological, educational and social impacts of the pandemic. Whether discussing the evolution of educational systems, workplace cultures, child development, family relationships, or the role of COVID-19 in the development of digital literacy, the effects of the pandemic remain palpable to researchers across the field.

These papers will be of interest to academics, students, or professionals who research or carry out research and scientific applications related to education, health, society, industry, and organization as well as clinical and developmental aspects.

Conference date: 13 August 2022
Location: Malang, Indonesia
Organizer: Faculty of Psychology at the Universitas Negeri Malang
Editors: Rakhmaditya Dewi Noorrizki, Femmi Nurmalitasari, Ulfa Masfufah, Yaumul Rahmi, Helga Graciani Hidajat
Published: 21 November 2022
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected papers from the Science and Technology Research Symposium (Social Sciences Track). The Symposium was held in Bandung, Indonesia on the 15^th of September 2021, and was hosted by the Institute of Research and Community Service (LPPM Universitas Islam Bandung, Unisba).

Organised to bring scientists, engineers, practitioners, students, researchers and policy makers together, the Symposium facilitated the exchange of ideas and discussion of new developments relating to science and technology innovations impacting social sciences across the region.

This KnE Social Sciences collection contains 27 peer-reviewed papers. Key themes include the use of digital learning tools in high schools; environmentally friendly approaches in office environments with regards to manufacturing, waste management, and energy efficiency; and technological developments undertaken as part of Indonesia’s Industrial Revolution 4.0 initiative.

These papers will be of interest to academics, students or professionals researching or working in the fields of information technology, social sciences and humanities.

Conference date: 15 September 2021
Location: Bandung, Indonesia
Organizer: Institute of Research and Community Service (LPPM Universitas Islam Bandung, Unisba)
Editors: Neni Sri Imaniyati, Lina Jamilah, Dadi ahmadi, Alhamuddin, Robbi Rahim
Published: 8 November 2022
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected papers from the 3rd International Conference on Geography and Education (ICGE). The event was held in Malang, Indonesia on the 29 of July 2021, and was hosted by Department of Geography, Universitas Negeri Malang.

The conference was held to bring together scientists, teachers, and practitioners from the different branches of social sciences with special focus on environmental science, geography and education.

This KnE Social Sciences collection contains 43 peer-reviewed papers covering a host of different topics. The conference topics reflect many of the major issues concerning environmentalists and sustainability researchers today, highlighting the ways in which an interdisciplinary approach can be taken to achieve a more environmentally sustainable future. Engineers, social scientists, and geologists alike can all pull from this body of work to inform their own research and bring them closer to achieving their goals for sustainable development.

These papers will be of interest to academics, students and professionals researching or working on environmental Science, geography, and education.

Conference date: 29 July  2021
Location: Malang, Indonesia
Organizer: Department of Geography, Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia
Editors: Listyo Yudha Irawan, Ravinesh Rohit Prasad, Dr. Ariane Utomo, Ifan Deffinika, Dicky Arinta, Alfi Sahrina, Fatiya Rosyida, Muhammad Lukman Hakim, Oktiyas Muzaky Luthfi, Muhammad Izzudin
Published: 12 October 2022
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected papers from the 3rd International Conference on Law Reform (3rd INCLAR) held virtually on the 22^nd–23^rd of July 2022. This event was hosted by the Faculty of Law, University of Muhammadiyah Malang.

The conference was held to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on Indonesian legal and judicial systems.

This KnE Social Sciences collection contains 59 peer-reviewed articles analysing the latest political and legal reforms introduced in Indonesia to combat the COVID-19 health emergency. In addition, studies examine human rights fulfilment, compliance with international and Indonesian health laws, and handling of economic crises and corruption as a consequence of the pandemic.

These papers will be of interest to academics, students and professionals researching or working in the fields of law, social sciences, Islamic studies, human rights and public health.

Conference date: 22–23 July 2022
Location: Virtual
Organizer: Faculty of Law, University of Muhammadiyah Malang
Chief Editor: Isdian Anggraeny
Published: 4 October 2022
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected papers from the 4th International Conference on Education and Social Science Research (ICESRE) held virtually on the 9^th of October 2021. This annual event was hosted by the Institute of Research and Community Service, Universitas PGRI Semarang, Indonesia.

This conference was held to discuss the latest advances in the various sub-fields of education and social sciences.

This KnE Social Sciences collection contains 103 peer-reviewed articles exploring the innovations, challenges and opportunities associated with the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals in education. Studies include explorations of educational technologies and distance learning, the role of teachers in science education and academic curriculums and policies.

These papers will be of interest to academics, students and professionals researching or working in the fields of educational technology, educational curriculum and policies, psychology and sociology, legal and political education, and economics.

Conference date: 9 October 2021
Location: Virtual
Organizer: Institute of Research and Community Service, Universitas PGRI Semarang, Indonesia
Editors: Entika Fani Prastikawati, Agnita Siska Pramasdyahsari, Dian Priambudi, Robbi Rahim
Published: 28 September 2022
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected papers from the International Conference on Art, Design, Education and Cultural Studies (ICADECS) 2021 held in Malang, Indonesia on the 29^th of July 2021. This event was hosted by the Art and Design Department, Faculty of Letters, Universitas Negeri Malang.

The conference was held to bring together researchers and practitioners to discuss the latest innovations in Indonesian art and design approaches.

This KnE Social Sciences collection contains 47 peer-reviewed papers highlighting new forms of traditional and performance art and digital design techniques that have emerged in Indonesia in recent years, visual branding of traditional designs and art forms, and transformations in education and entrepreneurship in the fields of art and design.

These papers will be of interest to academics, students and professionals researching or working in the fields of art, design, education and cultural studies.

Conference date: 29 July 2021
Location: Malang, Indonesia
Organizer: Art and Design Department, Faculty of Letters, Universitas Negeri Malang
Editors: Joni Agung Sudarmanto, Wida Rahayuningtyas, Agnisa Maulani Wisesa, Mitra Istiar Wardhana, Arif Sutrisno, Abdul Rahman Prasetyo, Fariza Wahyu Arizal, Novian Wahyu Firmansyah, Muhammad Nurwiseso Wibisono
Published: 11 August 2022
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected papers from the 2nd Virtual Conference on Social Science in Law, Political Issue and Economic Development held in Sidoarjo, Indonesia on the 15^th of December 2021. This event was hosted by the PT. Kresna Acitya Nusantara Mediatama and Collaboration Relawan Jurnal Indonesia.

The conference brought together researchers and practitioners from the fields of political science, law, economics, education and management to discuss the latest evidence in and perspectives on a broad range of topics, with the key theme being the increased media outreach and technological advancements in the different fields.

This KnE Social Sciences collection contains 48 peer-reviewed papers. Several papers discuss the role of the media – particularly social media – in disseminating government policies, forming public knowledge and encouraging youth participation in strengthening democracy, while others dig into the issues of notary violations, factors affecting the auditing process of Indonesian companies and the need for a law to regulate personal data collection in Indonesian cyberspace. Another key theme is corporate sustainability, company leadership and strategies for enhancing employee performance and engagement. One paper expands upon storytelling as a CSR strategy to evoke human emotions and make a substantial impact.

These papers will be of interest to academics, students and professionals researching or working in the fields of education, law, political science, economics and management.

Conference date: 15 December 2021
Location: Sidoarjo, Indonesia
Organizer: PT. Kresna Acitya Nusantara Mediatama and Collaboration Relawan Jurnal Indonesia
Editors: Dwi Fajar Saputra, Mochammad Tanzil Multazam, Andista Candra Yusro, Robbi Rahim
Published: 1 August 2022
ISSN: 2518-668X

This collection contains selected papers from the 3rd International Conference on Advance & Scientific Innovation (ICASI) held in Medan, Indonesia on the 20^th–21^st of June 2021. This event was hosted by the Forum Kerjasama Pendidikan Tinggi.

The conference was held to bring together researchers and practitioners from the different branches of social sciences with a special focus on education, management and economics.

This KnE Social Sciences collection contains 47 peer-reviewed papers covering a host of different topics. Several papers explore the benefits of financial literacy in the use of digital financial services, while others analyse the impact of influencer content on stock markets during the pandemic. A number of papers examine waste sorting and management processes, environmental hygiene, and inorganic waste utilisation of compost and eco-enzymes. Another key theme is innovations in and evaluations of the various online and blended learning methods and their suitability for students with special needs.

These papers will be of interest to academics, students and professionals researching or working in the fields of education, management and economics.

Conference date: 20–21 June 2021
Location: Medan, Indonesia
Organizer: Forum Kerjasama Pendidikan Tinggi, Universitas Islam Indonesia
Editors: Muhammad Roy Purwanto, Mukhsin Achmad, Ronal Watrianthos, Agus Perdana Windarto, Anjar Wanto, Robbi Rahim 
Published: 5 July 2022
ISSN: 2518-668X