Reviewer Guidelines

Manuscripts submitted to Sakina: Journal of Family Studies undergo an initial screening for thematic relevance and alignment with the journal’s aims. Reviewers are requested to conduct an objective, critical, and constructive assessment based on the criteria outlined below.

Title

The title should be concise, clear, and reflect the article’s main argument or key findings, indicating its relevance to the field of legal studies.

Abstract

The abstract should consist of a single paragraph of 150–250 words that explicitly states the research purpose, methodology, main findings, and scholarly contribution.

Keywords

Keywords should consist of 3–6 words or phrases representing the article’s main concepts and relevance to legal studies.

Introduction

The introduction should ideally consist of 4–7 paragraphs covering the research gap, state of the art, and an explicit statement of the main argument or scholarly contribution.

Methodology

The methodology should be presented in 2–3 paragraphs and clearly explain the research type, data sources, data-collection techniques, and analytical framework.

Results and Discussion

This section should present the core analysis by engaging with relevant theories and previous studies, while clearly explaining the theoretical, practical, and legal implications of the findings.

Conclusion

The conclusion should be presented in 2–3 paragraphs. It should be reflective and argumentative, highlighting the article’s scholarly contribution and recommendations for future research.

Bibliography

At least 50% of the references should consist of scholarly works from reputable publications, including relevant literature published within the last 10 years.

Recommendation

Reviewers should select one of the following recommendations: Accept Submission; Revisions Required; Resubmit for Review; Resubmit Elsewhere; Decline Submission; or See Comments.

Note: These reviewer guidelines also serve as a reference for authors to ensure compliance with the academic standards of Sakina: Journal of Family Studies.