Focus and Scope

The Journal of Service Above Self: Community Service and Engagement (JASMAS) focuses on the dissemination of scholarly works that examine, develop, and evaluate community service and social engagement initiatives grounded in the principle of service above self. The journal prioritizes contributions that demonstrate meaningful impact, sustainability, and ethical responsibility in addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges at local, national, and global levels.

JASMAS welcomes original research articles, case studies, conceptual papers, and best-practice reports that explore community empowerment, participatory development, social innovation, and inclusive community engagement. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, education for community development, public health outreach, poverty alleviation, environmental sustainability, social entrepreneurship, and digital approaches to community service.

The journal also emphasizes interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral perspectives by encouraging submissions from scholars and practitioners in social sciences, public administration, education, health, environmental studies, communication, and related fields. Contributions that integrate academic knowledge with practical implementation, policy implications, and stakeholder collaboration are highly valued.

By fostering critical discussion and knowledge exchange, JASMAS aims to strengthen the quality, effectiveness, and sustainability of community service practices. The journal seeks to advance theoretical understanding while providing practical insights that support evidence-based decision-making and the continuous improvement of community engagement initiatives worldwide.