Focus and Scope
ACTS: Applied Community Transformation and Sustainability Journal focuses on interdisciplinary and applied contributions that drive meaningful transformation toward sustainable communities. The journal welcomes academic papers, applied research, and best practices related to the following areas:
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Sustainable Community Empowerment
Models and strategies of social, economic, educational, and health empowerment aimed at building resilient and self-reliant communities. -
Innovation for Sustainable Society
Implementation of social innovations, appropriate technologies, and environmentally responsible products that address community challenges sustainably. -
Sustainability Practices & Transitions
Practices and initiatives focused on environmental conservation, renewable energy, climate adaptation, sustainable agriculture, and responsible natural resource management. -
Applied Research & Service Learning
Participatory research and service-learning frameworks that integrate sustainability principles into higher education and community engagement. -
Cultural and Local Wisdom for Sustainability
The role of indigenous knowledge, cultural traditions, and local wisdom in shaping sustainable community development practices. -
Partnership & Collaborative Sustainability
Collaborative efforts involving academia, government, industry, and civil society to co-create inclusive, sustainable solutions for community transformation.