The Journal of the Community Development in Asia (JCDA) is a peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing academic inquiry and practical understanding of community development across Asia. We welcome submissions that provide original insights, robust empirical analysis, and innovative conceptual frameworks in areas related to community transformation and local governance. Our scope spans interdisciplinary themes including but not limited to:

• Rural Community Development Financial Institutions
• Smart Growth and Local Empowerment
• Sustainable Enterprise Development
• Small Business and Social Entrepreneurship
• Ethical Practices in Community Development
• Organizational Change in Development Contexts
• Entrepreneurship in Marginalized Areas
• Consumer Behavior in Societal Change
• Information Systems and Digital Inclusion
• Technology Management for Community Innovation
• Management Information Systems in Rural Settings
• Urban and Rural Transformation Strategies
• City Branding and Local Marketing Approaches
• Public Policy and Grassroots Governance
• Participatory Development and Local Leadership
• Other relevant topics in the field of community development

JCDA serves as a vibrant platform for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to exchange ideas, share experiences, and engage in scholarly discourse. By fostering inclusive and evidence-based approaches, the journal contributes to the evolution of sustainable community development practices across Asia and globally.