Manuscript Types

Manuscript Types

Jurnal Masyarakat Pariwisata (MP)

Jurnal Masyarakat Pariwisata (MP) publishes scholarly articles that present the implementation, outcomes, and impacts of community service activities, particularly those related to tourism development, community empowerment, and sustainable tourism practices. The journal welcomes manuscripts that demonstrate practical contributions to communities, tourism stakeholders, and local development through evidence-based community engagement.

The journal accepts the following types of manuscripts:

1. Community Service Implementation Articles

These articles report the implementation of community service programs designed to address specific needs, challenges, or opportunities within communities. Manuscripts should describe the background of the activity, objectives, implementation methods, target participants, and outcomes.

Topics may include community assistance, capacity building, tourism awareness, local community engagement, and the application of knowledge to address practical problems.

2. Community Empowerment Articles

These articles focus on initiatives that strengthen community capacity, independence, participation, and well-being. Manuscripts may describe empowerment programs involving local communities, tourism awareness groups, community organizations, micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), and other relevant stakeholders.

Articles should explain the empowerment approach, implementation process, community participation, achievements, and potential for sustaining the benefits of the program.

3. Tourism Product and Destination Development Articles

These articles present community service initiatives aimed at developing tourism products, attractions, destinations, and visitor experiences. Relevant topics include tourism village development, destination management, cultural and heritage tourism, creative tourism products, nature-based tourism, and community-based tourism.

Manuscripts should demonstrate how the activities contribute to improving tourism potential, strengthening local identity, and creating benefits for local communities.

4. Training, Mentoring, and Capacity-Building Articles

These articles report training, mentoring, workshops, and other educational interventions intended to improve the knowledge, skills, and competencies of community members and tourism stakeholders.

Topics may include hospitality services, tourism entrepreneurship, digital marketing, service quality, tourism management, guiding skills, culinary development, and human resource development. Manuscripts should describe the training methods, participant involvement, evaluation procedures, and results.

5. Technology Application and Innovation Articles

These articles describe the application of appropriate technology, digital solutions, or innovative approaches to address community needs and improve tourism-related activities.

Examples include digital promotion, tourism information systems, digital storytelling, online marketing, innovative tourism services, and technology-supported community enterprises. Manuscripts should explain the practical application, benefits, and relevance of the innovation to the target community.

6. Sustainable Tourism and Environmental Community Service Articles

These articles present community service activities that promote environmental responsibility, cultural preservation, and sustainable tourism development.

Topics may include waste management, environmental education, conservation initiatives, sustainable tourism practices, cultural heritage preservation, and community participation in protecting natural and cultural resources.

Manuscripts should explain the activities undertaken, community involvement, observed outcomes, and potential long-term benefits.

7. Community Service Program Evaluation and Impact Articles

These articles evaluate the implementation, effectiveness, outcomes, or impacts of community service programs. Manuscripts may employ qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-method approaches to assess changes in community knowledge, skills, practices, economic opportunities, institutional capacity, or environmental awareness.

Authors should provide a clear description of the evaluation methods, relevant evidence, findings, limitations, and recommendations for future community service initiatives.

General Requirements

All manuscripts submitted to Jurnal Masyarakat Pariwisata (MP) must:

  1. Be relevant to community service, community engagement, empowerment, or the practical development of tourism.

  2. Present a clear problem statement, objectives, implementation approach, and meaningful outcomes.

  3. Describe the role and participation of the target community or partner organizations.

  4. Provide appropriate evidence of implementation and outcomes, supported by relevant data, documentation, or evaluation findings.

  5. Demonstrate practical value, potential for replication, or lessons applicable to similar communities.

  6. Follow the journal's author guidelines, publication ethics policy, and manuscript preparation requirements.

  7. Be original, unpublished, and not simultaneously submitted to another journal.

The journal prioritizes manuscripts that demonstrate genuine community participation, measurable or clearly documented outcomes, practical relevance, and contributions to sustainable tourism and community development.